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Opal Information



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

Fracture
Conchoidal

Cleavage
None

Mohs Hardness
5-6.5

Chemical Composition
SiO2 · nH2O

Optical Properties

Luster
Vitreous, Pearly

Pleochroism
None

Dispersion
0.01 63

Transparency
Transparent, Translucent, Transparent to translucent

Refractive Index
1.37-1.52

Optic Character
-

Crystal System
Trigonal

Birefringence
-9999

Clarity
Transparent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus

Cardiovascular
-

Respiratory
-

Reproductive
-

Digestive
-

Psychology
Creativity

Healing
Emotional healing

Qualities Associated
Creativity

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Semi Precious Gemstones

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.

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