All About Opal

 

Not your granny’s stone anymore! Opal is a stunning, typically translucent stone that comes in a variety of stunning colors. Covering most colors of the rainbow, and each with their own amazing benefits, there is an Opal for everyone. This powerful balancing stone promotes healing and positivity to its wearer.

At one time thought to be bad luck, this “Queen of Gems” has proven to be anything but. Opal’s are formed in silica rich waters as these waters run through the crevices of the earth. Through this process, the silica packs together into a sphere shape. It does not have a crystalline structure like some other stones and instead it appears smooth. Opal’s are mineraloids. Mining of these magnificent stones dates back to 400 BC in Europe's Carpathian Mountains. Today it is commonly mined in Australia, Mexico, Brazil, among others. Opal is considered a precious gem and comes with a price tag to match. 

Color/Type	Associated Chakra	Primary Benefit
Fire Opal- Reddish Orange	Sacral	Overcome shyness Promotes positivity in relationships
Yellow Opal	Solar Plexus	Removes emotional blockages  Promotes healthy sexuality
Green Opal	Heart	Grounding Brings good energy to relationships
Blue Opal	Throat	Opens lines of communication  Empowers your truth to reveal itself
Pink Opal	Heart	Release negative energies  Promotes self love
Purple/ Violet Opal	Third Eye	Encourages deeper connection to one's own intuition and wisdom
Black Opal	Root	Has a grounded presence  Brings feelings of stability and peace
White Opal (Common Opal)	Crown	Absorbs negativity  Promotes a calm mind
Ethiopian Opal	Sacral	Has a joyful energy  Enhances our true self

Real V Fake

Hold under the light, real opal has layers of colors and patterns but if you place the stone on its side, it should appear solid. It shouldn’t look perfect. It does not have a crystalline structure which means it should appear smooth inside. Opals often appear iridescent and can be found in many colors. Opal’s are pretty hardy stones and shouldn’t scratch easily. Another factor is the price. Opal’s are considered precious gems and tend to be more expensive. If your opal bracelet was affordable, I would question its authenticity. 

Benefits

Physical

Opals are said to have powerful physical benefits. Some claim Opals boost the immune system and remove pressure and tightness from the respiratory system. It is also said to have a positive impact on the stomach, eye, and kidney functions lending itself well to those with a chronic condition. Women who struggle with intense PMS symptoms are said to feel relief from the intensity of their symptoms when in contact with this stone. 

Emotional

Opal reflects the mood of its person. It brings about positivity in your love life and promotes good fortune in all aspects of your life. It intensifies passion and strength and promotes stability in relationships. It is said to embody happiness and positivity. It is also a very balancing and grounding stone that can make day to day living much more enjoyable. If you struggle with introspection, Opal can help you overcome that. Allowing you to take a deeper dive into your emotional needs where old hurts and pains may be lingering. Opal is a stone of hope.

Metaphysical

The chart at the beginning of this post can help you determine which opal is a match for you. Opals energy have high vibrations and are incredible tools for clearing out blocked chakras and stuck energy. Opals are a stone of light which lends itself well to connecting to higher energy planes and opening the door to elevated spiritual enlightenment. 

How to Use

Wear it- Opal jewelry is a perfect option. Not only is it stunning, but keeping it close to the skin allows the powerful energy of the stone to reach its full capabilities. 

Use during yoga or meditation- with its high vibrational energy, it is perfect for enhancing your meditative journey. Keep it close to your mat or meditation space.

Use in conjunction with Black Tourmaline or Hematite to amplify its grounding abilities. Other excellent companion stones include Carnelian, Agate, Moonstone, and Quartz. If you have questions about which specific pairing is right for you, please reach out.  

How To Care For Opal

• Run under fresh water for a few seconds
• Smudge
• Rub between your palms
• Place in the moonlight

I hope you find as much beauty in Opal as I do. To me, it is worth the cost just to be close to this powerful and healing stone. With its high demand we don’t maintain a lot of stock on the website. Feel free to check if your piece is there. Otherwise follow on Instagram and join our Live shows to find your perfect Opal stone. 

Xoxo,

V