Blue Opal: the mesmerizing color of opal

1. Blue Opal: the mesmerizing color of opal

2. Blue opal is associated with peace. It has relaxing powers which are helpful to calm one’s emotions. • The chemical structure of opal is similar to quartz however the main difference in opal formation is that it is made from silica containing water in its mineral structure. Opals contain small amounts of silica sphere which are arranged in regular patterns. As we all know opal is a colorful gem the formation of color in it is due to the diffraction of white light that is broken down and gives all the colors of the rainbow.

3. The color of the opal is also controlled by its size and spacing. The specialty about this gem stone is that it gives a unique color at different angles. • In blue opal one can see the formation of color from blue to bluish green and it is similar to the color of the Caribbean Sea. However in the dark illusion of blue opal there is a huge difference in the intensity of color and it varies in every sample.

4. Where they mostly found? • Australia is the main producer of opals and the town of Cobber Pedy in South Australia is the main source where opals having dark background color like black, dark gray and blue are found. Along with Cobber Pedy, lightening town in New South Wales is the region where Blue opals are found.

5. Interesting facts about blue opal • Spiritually it is believed that blue opal is a rich source of healing. It is mostly recommended to those people who are in stress. • It is believed that Blue opal purifies all the negative feelings. So it is helpful to overcome anxiety and fear and gives strength to move on.

6. Blue opal is helpful to unleash the inner darkness and to buildup self confidence. • Blue opal is also helpful to cure physical illness for example to heal muscle swelling, to regulate metabolism system, brain and sleeping disorder. It is also believed that after wearing blue opals one can get rid of weight problem as this stone has few miraculous powers which will help to reduce chronic fatigue and get awesome results in terms of weight loss.

7. How to evaluate opal? • As opal is a colorful gem stone hence its value increases and decreases according to its color for example black and blue opal is more precious than other colors. So while buying this precious stone it becomes important to evaluate them properly. There are certain factors that everyone should take care.

8. Gems body tones • Brightness • The Intensity of colors • Different angle projection (whether they appear dull) • Check whether the stone is flat or gives a round dome shape on its top. • Size and shape plays an important role while selecting a gem • And the last one - Its cutting style, what is the shape of the stone

9. Opal jewelry is one of the most delicate gemstone’s hence it demands a little extra care. Do not expose your opal jewelry to extreme temperatures and never use chemicals to wash them. Always use a soft brush and soft cloth to clean your opal jewelry.