Opal Faceted Pendant Natural Opal 925 shops Sterling Silver Genuine Gemstone

Real Opal pendant worked in 925 silver

Tested silver with at least 92.5% silver content - nickel and cadmium free (according to EU regulation)

Size without loop: 10,6 mm x 8,7 mm

Full Opal - No doublets. The stones are open at the back

Photographed in lamplight without flash

Own production - handmade

The opal comes from Ethiopia

You will receive the pendant pictured. The colors appear differently depending on the light source.

EDELOPAL has no crystal structure, it occurs in nodules or as a vein filling. It consists of hydrated silica gel and usually contains 4-9% water, but can also reach up to 20%. All opals are sensitive to acids. The stone has a colorful, shimmering, fascinating play of colors, the so-called "opalizing". The name comes from the Latin "opalus" for "precious stone". The first opal rocks were found in Australia in 1849. Even today, it is one of the most expensive and popular gemstones in good quality. Opal is traditionally given away on the 14th wedding anniversary (ivory wedding).

Opal shops from Australia is well known, however a new opal deposit has been discovered in Ethiopia with very high quality opals.

However, the treatment of Australian and Ethiopian opals is different:

AUSTRALIAN OPALS are "non-hydrophane" opals, meaning they are not harmed by water, on the contrary they can lose their color intensity if exposed to too dry air or too much sun. If that happens, place the austral. in water for a few hours.

ETHIOPIAN OPALS are hydrophane opals and can absorb water, which damages the color intensity. But this is not so bad, because the opal loses the water again. It is best to put the opal in the oven or dehydrator at approx. 40-45° or simply in the sun for a few hours.

All opals should always be removed before washing hands or showering.

You are welcome to print out the description for private purposes, e.g. B. as an accompaniment to a gift. Commercial use is not permitted.

The photos are shown in accordance with reality without additional color processing. Depending on the monitor, display or end device, however, the colors may appear different.

I have been in the gemstone trade for 25 years and have in-depth specialist knowledge. We only offer natural stones. For stones that have been treated, you will find an addition in the article text. This information is given to the best of our knowledge and belief.