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The Big Opal

Tour the first licensed opal mine that was open to the public in Lightning Ridge. The Big Opal is run by local miner Steve, who’s an expert on all things opal – from mining, to cutting, polishing and valuation.
Opal shop
The Big Opal
Sunset
Entry way and seating
Opal shop
Cloud cover
Spiral staircase
Sunset
Dusk
Backyard
His tour will show you a real working mine, plus you can have a go fossicking, and the on-site store is filled with some absolute gems.
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Website

www.facebook.com/TheBigOpal

Address

Three Mile Road, New South Wales, 2834

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