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Opal
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Opal Information

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Astrology

Origin

Ethiopia

Color

Yellow, White, Red, Brown, Blue

Streak

White

For which Rashi?

Cancer, Libra, Scorpio

Planet

Mercury

Element of Planets

Earth, Air, Water

Energy

-

How to Wear?

Finger

-

Ring Metal

-

Deities

Cupid

Not to wear with

-

Powers

Astral Projection, Psychicism

Birthstone

Planetary

-

Talisman

-

Physical Properties

Tenacity

BrittleWalter Schumann

Solubility

hot salt water

Durability

-

Specific Gravity

1.98-2.25
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal

Cleavage

None

Mohs Hardness

5-6.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

SiO2 · nH2O

Optical Properties

Luster

Vitreous, Pearly

Pleochroism

None

Dispersion

0.01
Rank: 63 (Overall)
0.005 1
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Transparency

Transparent, Translucent, Transparent to translucent

Refractive Index

1.37-1.52
1 3.25
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Optic Character

-

Crystal System

Trigonal

Birefringence

-9999
0 0.296
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Clarity

Transparent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological

Enhances mental clarity and focus

Cardiovascular

-

Respiratory

-

Reproductive

-

Digestive

-

Psychology

Creativity

Healing

Emotional healing

Qualities Associated

Creativity

Opal Details

The healing properties and qualities associated with the gemstones may vary with respect to different zodiac signs. In Asian countries, the art of using crystals for therapeutic uses has been documented centuries ago. In this art of crystal healing, Opal Benefits have been well identified and tested. Some prominent healing properties of this gemstone are Emotional healing. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Opal information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Opal is useful in healing one's physical and mental ailments, is recognized since centuries. Gemologists believe that prominent gem criteria are its radiated energies, the streak and the Talismanic properties. All these factors are highly governed by Physical Properties of Opal such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Opal details and interesting facts are provided here.

  • Origin: Primarily obtained in Ethiopia.
  • Color: Common colors observed are Yellow, White, Red, Brown, Blue.
  • Chemical Formula: SiO2 · nH2O.
  • Powers: Astral Projection and Psychicism.