Andean opal is a lovely bluegreen translucent opal found in the Andes mountains near San Patricio, Peru. Copper may be the essential trace element that causes its soft distinctive color. It has been used by...
Ito is the originator of the world's finest naturally lab created fine opal produced in conjunction with only two companies in the world, one of which is the Gilson Opal company. "Ito" Opals are considered as...
Origins of Opal.. About 95% of the world's opal comes from Australia. In particular, the town of Coober Pedy in South Australia is a major source. Common, water, jelly, and fire opal are found mostly in...
Originally stemming from the Sanskrit word “upalas” (meaning stone, jewel), then the Greek word “opallios” (meaning to see a change of color), the term we are familiar with today, “Opal”, has its roots in the...
Alllrighty then ^_^Opals come in a multitude of "species" (yes thats what the types are refered to) from several continents.All opals are soft. Above onyx and marble, but way below diamond and sapphires and...
Like most gemstones, Opals can be set in rings, necklaces, earrings, bracelets and brooches. There are many different types of opals to choose from, some more rare and beautiful then others, so when your out...
Origins of Opal.. About 95% of the world's opal comes from Australia. In particular, the town of Coober Pedy in South Australia is a major source. Common, water, jelly, and fire opal are found mostly in...
Opal - October's Birthstone The birthstone of October is the opal, a stone that has been linked to purity, hope and innocence. This gem has also been linked to healing forces, friendship and emotion, so it has...
It may be surprising to learn that Opals come in many colors ranging from clear, white, grey, red, yellow, green, blue, brown and on through to black. However, white and blue-green are the most common colored...
Opals are slightly porous compared to other precious gemstones. They are composed of 1-2% water. Because of this, they should not come in contact with any liquid except water.Water itself should not hurt the...