• Australian Zebra Rock pendant
  • Australian Zebra Rock pendant
  • Australian Zebra Rock pendant
  • Australian Zebra Rock pendant
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Zebra Rock Pendant – Sterling Silver, 47×22mm, Dark Brown Striped

Zebra Rock Pendant – Sterling Silver, 47×22mm, Dark Brown Striped

$175.00 AUD
$175.00 AUD
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This piece is a slice of 600-million-year-old Western Australia, shaped and polished into a pendant. Zebra Rock is mined in exactly one place on Earth — the East Kimberley near Kununurra — and the banding in this stone runs in a tight, natural striped rhythm of dark brown against lighter brown, a pattern laid down in Precambrian siltstone long before any animal walked the continent. At 47×22mm it wears as a bold statement piece with real geological presence. The sterling silver bail sits cleanly at the top of the stone, keeping the focus on the rock itself — as it should be. The polished surface has the soft satin quality Zebra Rock is known for: not glassy, not rough, just right.

About Zebra Rock

Zebra Rock is a banded sedimentary stone found only in one region of the world — the East Kimberley in far-northern Western Australia, near Lake Argyle and Kununurra. It formed roughly 600 million years ago in the Ranford Formation, and its distinctive look comes from natural rhythmic bands of iron-oxide-rich reddish-brown alternating with paler cream and white argillaceous siltstone. Each piece is a slice of Precambrian Australia. The stone polishes to a soft satin finish and the bands run in directions unique to that piece — no two stones share the same pattern. It's not crystalline like opal; it's the geological record itself, made wearable.

Specifications

  • Stone: Zebra Rock
  • Dimensions: 47×22mm
  • Pattern: Striped (natural banding)
  • Dominant Colour: Dark brown
  • Secondary Colour: Light brown
  • Treatment: Natural — untreated
  • Setting: Sterling silver bail (top loop)
  • Chain: Not included — pendant only; buyer supplies cord or chain
  • Origin: East Kimberley, Western Australia
  • Availability: One-of-a-kind — 1 piece available

Caring for Your Zebra Rock

Zebra Rock is a sedimentary stone and benefits from gentle care. Keep it away from harsh chemicals and abrasive surfaces; wipe clean with a soft cloth.

Provenance

Hand-selected by Joseph Bernecki, sourced direct from the Australian opal fields and set in his Sydney workshop. Meet him any weekend at The Rocks Market, stall under the bridge, Sydney. Read Joseph's story →

Common Questions

Does this pendant come with a chain?
No — the pendant is sold as the stone with its sterling silver bail. You supply your own cord, leather thong, or chain. The bail opening is standard size and will fit most chains sold at jewellery and bead suppliers. If you'd like a chain recommendation, get in touch.
Is Zebra Rock rare?
Yes — it's found in only one region on Earth. The East Kimberley deposits are limited, and finished pieces of good quality with clean banding are not abundant. This particular stone's tight, even striping makes it a strong example of the material.
Is the stone treated or dyed?
No. The banding is entirely natural — the colour comes from iron oxide minerals laid down in the original sediment 600 million years ago. The stone has been cut, shaped, and polished, nothing more.
Certification, shipping, returns?
Every piece is backed by Joseph's personal guarantee, ships fully insured within Australia, and can be returned within 14 days. See Buying an Opal for the full breakdown.
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