OPAL

Raw opal stone

Opal is a captivating gemstone that is renowned for its distinctive color and iridescence play. The Latin word "opalus," which means precious stone, is the origin of the word "opal." Opals have a unique color play because they are made of silica spheres arranged in a particular pattern.

COLORS

Opals can be found in a variety of colors, including white, black, and every color in between. The most valuable opals are those with a bright play of color and a uniform pattern. Opals are often classified based on their body color. White opals have a light body color and a bright play of color, black opals have a dark body color and a bright play of color, and fire opals have a reddish-orange body color with little to no play of color.

ORIGIN

Australia is home to the most well-known opal mines and produces 95% of the world's precious opals. Opals are also produced in Brazil, Mexico, and Ethiopia, among other nations.

CHARACTERISTICS

Opals have a lower density than other gemstones, making them typically lighter in weight, which is one of their distinguishing features. Additionally, this makes them more delicate and fragile. Opals are typically used in pendants, earrings, and brooches rather than rings or bracelets, which are more susceptible to wear and tear because of their fragility.

SPIRITUAL BELIEF

Opals are regarded as a symbol of truth, hope, purity, and unique meaning. Opals were regarded as having the ability to grant invisibility and shield wearers from disease during the Middle Ages. They were also regarded as a lucky charm and were thought to confer prophecy-like powers on the wearer.

It is also believed to have unique meaning and believed to be a symbol of hope, purity, and truth.