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This is the expensive little critter that I mentioned in the sidebar. No markings. I don't know if the opal is real or synthetic, but it does generate a lot of fire.
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Another view of the bug.
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A view of the underbelly (Sorry, it's kind of blurry).
I don't know anything about this piece, other than I like it, and it's not for sale.
Best,
Bugzita