What is a fire opal
Are you looking for a new spark in your jewelry? Maybe you are tired of the dull and boring gemstones that everyone uses? Fire opals are a jewelry option that are confident and spirited.
Have you heard that opals are fragile? It’s not entirely true.
Have you heard that opals are bad luck? That’s completely not true.
Opals are stronger than you think, are a sign of hope and good fortune and fire opals are said to protect the wearer. We believe opals should reflect your strength and grace.
Did you know that fire opals are not a common phrase in Australia? Opals with lots of pops of color, sparkle and glitter are opals with FLASH, not fire. The bracelet in the bottom right is an Australian opal triplet. Fire opals are not very popular in Australia.
Opals that are bright red, orange, maybe even yellow or brown are FIRE opals, like the rings pictured below. These opals typically come from Mexico. Small amounts come from Guatemala, Nevada and Oregon (which is where we source are fire opals). With such a unique stone you can transition from lifeless to powerful.
Get the facts.
It was a bad rumor started be DeBeers to sell more diamonds that opals are bad luck. The propaganda worked and diamond sells increased. Don’t be fooled by these bad rumors. Don’t be stuck with boring gemstones like onyx or the very popular turquoise. Fire opals are said to bring life and self confidence as well as heal low back pain.
Here are eight facts about fire opals:
Most commonly found in Mexico.
Germany imports most of Mexico’s fire opals.
Australian opals with lots of color have flash, not fire.
Fire opals are red, orange, or yellow colors.
Iron is what gives fire opals this color.
Formed when water seeps into silica-rich lava from volcanoes.
Fire opals are as strong (or fragile) as window glass.
Said to protect the wearer, and bring courage, stamina and energy.
Ready to shop for an opal that will bring you courage and lift your spirits? Shop here.
