OPAL

OCTOBER Birthstone | HYDROUS SILICON DIOXIDE*
MOHS HARDNESS 6

COLOR All colors, partially opalescent
STANDARD TREATMENT Lab created, Stabilized

Our stock is Created, Stabilized Opal**

TRADITIONS

• Considered a stone of good fortune and luck, it is also good luck to receive an opal as a gift
• Believed to improve the eyesight of the wearer
• Recommended for for spiritual awareness and easing stress
• Also recommended for encouraging achievement

CARE NOTES

• Sensitive to knocks and pressure (Precious)
• Heat can evaporate water, take care when setting (Precious)


*Hardened silica gel, usually 3-30% water, PRECIOUS opals can dry out, and lose their iridescence

** Chemically and physically identical to natural opal, often stabilized with resin for durability