>Types of Australian Solid OpalAustralian opal is classified into five main types: black opal, light opal, crystal opal, boulder opal and common opal. Black opal is opal with gem colour on a natural dark base. The dark base colour shows up the gem colours more brilliantly than in any other kind of opal. When the [...]
>The standard hardness for Australian opal rings are 5.5 to 6.5 in the Mohs scale, compared to the hardest gem, which rates at 10. Australian opal rings are very fashionable too, but just like any other piece of jewelry; they require proper care and cleaning. Bear in mind to stay away from harsh cleaning materials [...]
>Australian opal ring may interest you. There are six types of Australian opals. The most rare are the solid ones which colors vary from black, brown, blue, and grey- the black opals. Another type of Australian opal is the boulder opal, which come in smooth and uneven surfaces, just like a stone. Opals are also [...]
> Precious opals are gemstones that display a rainbow of colors when we move them around to show them off from different angles. An opal can have a light or dark body color and it can be either translucent or transparent. It’s the October birthstone, but opal is popular with people born all throughout the [...]
> Opal is a very beautiful gemstone, used as a lucky charm in some countries, and is an amorphous form of hydrous silica. It was considered as unlucky because of its fragility and tendency to break and scratch easily. Because of the high percentage of water content, it may be damaged by the heat and [...]
>Caring for opals Opal is a relatively soft, porous stone that’s subject to damage in a number of different ways. Because opals contain water, many of the care tips for opals involve water in one way or another. Experts offer the following advice: If you store your opal jewelry in a safe deposit box, put [...]
>Use a soft dry or damp cloth to clean your opal. In fact, rub the gem periodically using a cloth moistened with olive oil to help preserve it. Do not soak your opal in chemicals or use mechanical cleaners. Avoid heat and dry conditions that could dehydrate and crack your opal. Treat it with care [...]
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