Unearthing the precious opals and colourful characters of Coober Pedy
Since the turn of the 20th century, the opal fields of Coober Pedy have inspired hundreds of travellers looking to change their luck.
The name 'opal' is thought to have originated from the Ancient Greek word opállios, which means 'to see change'.
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Unearthing the precious opals and colourful characters of Coober Pedy
Since the turn of the 20th century, the opal fields of Coober Pedy have inspired hundreds of travellers looking to change their luck. The name 'opal' is thought to have originated from the Ancient Greek word opállios, which means 'to see change'. Read Full Story Here
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