Why are opals so cool and amazing? Beautiful and multi-colored, Opals represent rare natural beauty…
Opals are formed from algae, which at the end of its life cycle becomes diatomaceous earth that falls into the cracks of rocks, or collects in layers at the bottom of oceans, lakes, or bays. Opals are considered a form of silica, which accounts for its shiny, reflective qualities resembling flecks of colored glass. Like its terrestrial cousin, amber, opal is a mineraloid without crystalline structure.
Considered mystical by some people, opals have been part of jewelry for thousands of years, and the name may come from the Greek word opállios (ὀπάλλιος), or the Sanskrit word upala (उपल), and it takes thousands of years for opals to form. Opals vary widely in color based on the origin, and you can find them in iridescent shades of white, pink, orange, and blue-green, among others.
Here at Good Fortune Jewelry, we have a collection of pre-owned contemporary, antique, and vintage opal jewelry that reflects beauty, value, and thoughtfulness. Please stop by and take a peek at this ancient stone set in beautiful jewelry pieces. We look forward to seeing you.
in 14K Yellow Gold
in 14K Yellow Gold
in 14K Yellow Gold
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Sources: US Geological Survey; Gemological Institute of America; Wiktionary.com.
Photo credit: Max Beebe, Omega Images, Keene, NH.