Opal Gemstones
Opal is a semi-precious gemstone and is also called the "Queen of Gems". The stone can be transparent, translucent, or opaque depending on the one advised to you. The Australian opal gemstone is highly popular but is now easily available in other parts of the world too.
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what is Opal gemstone?
Opal is the stone of fire that brings happiness and love into your life. It is the most colorful stone among all the gemstones. Opal means Opallios in Greek language and it means to perceive a change in color. If you love colors and want to take some astrological benefits from them then you must buy opal gemstone.
What are the different types of Opal gemstones?
There are many different types of natural opals. There is black opal gemstone, white opal gemstone, crystal opal gemstone, and jelly opal. There are other kinds - fire opal, hyalite, water opal, hydrophane, and honey opal. Black Opal is the most valued of Opals and comes mainly from Lightning Ridge.
What are the properties of Opal gemstone?
Physical Healing
The Opal Stone is believed to be flushed with health in physical healing. This gem can help to treat infections and lower fevers along with boosting the immune system. If you have any constriction of the chest or respiratory system, Opal can also help to alleviate this pressure and bring a lightness to the breath once more. Those who have been struggling with a long-term illness or chronic condition may find the Opal stone a solid companion in assisting their journey back to the fullest flush of health.
Mental & Emotional Healing
Opal gemstone is also known as a hope stone that brings balance and harmony. A savvy supportive stone, Opal always wants to bring complete balance and harmony to your being. This gem has deep internal energy and encourages you not to shy away from yourself but to have the strength and the courage to look deep inside. Opal is also about amplification, meaning that this gem takes a smidge of a thought or feeling and shines a light on it so you can see clearly. It takes these feelings and amplifies it, sending messages out to the universe, and helping you to sweep out the junk that may have been clouding your vision and your heart.
Where does Opal gemstone come from?
It is estimated that nearly 95% of the world's opal comes from Australia. Other countries that commonly mine opals include Ethiopia, Brazil, and Mexico.
What is the color of opal gemstone?
There are two broad classes of opal: precious and common. Precious opal displays play-of-color (iridescence); common opal does not. Play-of-color is defined as "a pseudo chromatic optical effect resulting in flashes of colored light from certain minerals, as they are turned in white light. The internal structure of precious opal causes it to diffract light, resulting in play-of-color. Depending on the conditions in which it is formed, opal may be transparent, translucent, or opaque, and the background color may be white, black, or nearly any color of the visual spectrum. Black opal loose gemstone is considered the rarest, while white, gray, and green opals are the most common.
Where to buy Opal gemstone?
You can buy Opal gemstone from various sources, such as:
- Jewelry stores
- Online gemstone retailers
- Gem and mineral shows
- Opal beads wholesale dealers
Also, while looking for fire opal gemstones for sale, be sure to purchase from reputable sellers to check the quality and authenticity to ensure that it is genuine gemstone beads. Therefore buy wholesale natural gemstone from reputed sellers.
At National Facets, we strive to produce the best quality opal gemstone. We offer a wide variety of premium-quality Natural Gemstones on the internet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is opal a valuable gem?
A: Opal stone beads is a highly prized gemstone that boasts a wide range of valuation characteristics, making it even more valuable than Diamonds, Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, or Tanzanites. Black, Boulder, Crystal, brown opal gemstone, and White Opals are considered to be the most valuable commercially available gemstones in the world.
Q: Who should wear opal gemstone?
A: There are lots of benefits of wearing opal gemstone. opal stone cabochon is highly recommended to someone, who has Mahadasha or Antardasha of Venus (Shukra) in the horoscope. Indian astrology assigns Opal ratna for Tula (Libra) and Vrishabha (Taurus) rashi. Western astrology recommends opal birthstone for Libra sign. Ethiopian opal gemstone is believed to be an emotional intensifier, enhancing the true nature of those who wear it.
The Opal gemstone is particularly favorable for the Taurus (Vrish) and Libra (Tula) zodiac signs. It bestows beauty, confidence, good health, opulence, and love on the wearer. The planet Venus symbolizes the desire of human beings.
Q: How do I know if my opal is real?
A: To determine if an opal is real, consider the following:
Inspect the surface - Real opals have a smooth and waxy surface with a white body tone.
Look for a play of color - The color play is a unique feature of real opals, which changes as it is viewed from different angles.
Check hardness - Real opals rank between 5.5 and 6.5 on the Mohs scale and are relatively soft.
Consider the price - Genuine opals can be expensive, so a low price may indicate a fake.
Check for doublets or triplets - Fake opals are often made of two or three layers of stone glued together, and can be identified by a black backing.
Beware of synthetic opals - Synthetic or lab-created opals may resemble real opals and are referred to as "gemstone fire opals" or "lab-created opals". To be certain, consult a jeweler.
Q: What is the rarest color of opal?
A: Black opal stone beads are the rarest and highly valued form of opal, and have what is called a black (or dark) body tone. Black opals come in every color of the rainbow. Their dark body tone makes the colors on the face of the opal appear rich and intense.
Q: What is opal good for?
A: Opals have several uses and benefits:
Jewelry - opal bead cabochon is a popular gemstone for making jewelry such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and rings due to their unique color play and beauty.
Investment - High-quality opals can be valuable and can be considered a worthwhile investment.
Healing Properties - In some cultures, opals are believed to have healing properties and are used to improve mood, relieve stress, and promote emotional balance.
Decoration - Opals can also be used to decorate objects such as figurines, vases, and other decorative items.
Scientific Study - Opals are of interest to geologists and mineralogists due to their unique formation and structure, making them valuable specimens for scientific study.
Q: Is opal costlier than diamond?
A: It depends on various factors such as quality, size, and type of opal and diamond. In general, high-quality diamonds can be more expensive than high-quality opals, but a rare and high-quality opal can be more valuable than a diamond.
Q: Does all opal glow in the dark?
A: Most opals have a weak fluorescence under UV light, but some opals, particularly those from Virgin Valley, Nevada, exhibit strong green fluorescence. These opals are known for their spectacular glow.
Q: Which opal is best?
A: Black opals are the most prized. These gems have a black or dark blue opal gemstone background and show their play of color most vividly. Prices for fine to extra fine quality gems usually range from thousands to tens of thousands of dollars per carat.