Opal

An Introduction to Opal

Opal ranks high among the world’s most attractive and prestigious gemstones, belonging with other luxurious gemstones like Diamonds, Emeralds and Rubies. Opal is closely related to its crystalline cousins, Quartz and Agate, and similarly can take on a variety of colors, ranging from white, blue, red, black, to even colorless.

The name ‘Opal’ originated from the Sanskrit word ‘Upala’, meaning ‘precious stone’- however it later on transitioned into the Roman term ‘Opallios’. It is believed that Opal is one the oldest known gemstones in the world, with the Opal artifacts dating as far back as 6000 years and evidence of Opal mining going back at least 10,000 years.

Most common locations containing Opal is near the earth’s surface, where ancient geothermal hot springs once existed. This stone identifies as a solid gem mineraloid (not exactly a mineral, but contains mineral properties). This mineraloid forms within cavities in decaying vegetation, wood, and bones.

Opal represents hope and purity. It amplifies energies and also brings high vibes and a sense of balance. It can inspire your creative spirit, bring about abundance, and boost good fortune, whether it’s relating to money or other positive experiences and life luxuries. If you need a gemstone that can help you understand your self-worth and reach your full potential, Opal is the gem for you!

MENTAL

• Brings balance and harmony

• Enhances self-worth allowing you to see your full potential

PHYSICAL

• Helps treat infections and reduces fevers

• Enhances eyesight

• Rejuvenates skin cells for renewed youth

EMOTIONAL

• Helps with releasing old wounds and patterns that are holding you down

• Can stabilize and center emotions before using it to intensify them

SPIRITUAL

• Enhances connection to the Universe and psychic abilities

• Clears all of the chakras

Fire Opal

MENTAL

• Helps enhance personal power

• Enhances confidence in yourself and your creations

• Helps with change and progress

PHYSICAL

• Supports kidneys, adrenals, and intestines

• Associated with the lower back and abdomen

EMOTIONAL

• Creative passion and motivation

• Fearlessness in sharing your creations with the world

• Support through emotional turmoil, helps to release the past, and helps with grief

SPIRITUAL

• Reenergizes and amplifies your energy

• Protection against danger

CHAKRA

• Sacral, Root

Pink Opal

MENTAL

• Boosts passion and balances with peace of mind

• Supports creative thinking and inspired action

• Helps you envision your full potential

PHYSICAL

• Boosts your physical confidence and attracts romance

• Reduces anxiety and low self esteem

EMOTIONAL

• Stimulates originality and creativity

• Supports productivity and success in new ventures

• Encourages you to embrace and utilize your feminine energy

SPIRITUAL

• Amplifies your emotions to make them more perceivable by yourself and others

• Helps you embrace your self worth and individual value

CHAKRA

• Heart

Green Opal

MENTAL

• Calms racing thoughts and allows for cool thinking

• Enhances confidence in yourself

• Encourages harmonious relationships

PHYSICAL

• Provides energy and aids recovery from illness and exhaustion

• Strengthens stamina and revitalized physical body

EMOTIONAL

• Balances emotions with its soothing water energies

• Lightens mood and encourages carefree spirit

SPIRITUAL

• Metaphysically cleansing and rejuvenating stone

• Attracts prosperity and abundance

CHAKRA

• Heart, Third Eye

Yellow Opal

MENTAL

• Enhances self-worth and self-confidence

• Encourages harmonious relationships

• Inspires creativity and artistic expression

PHYSICAL

• Amplifies energies and brings high vibes

• Strengthens stamina and revitalized physical body

EMOTIONAL

• Dissolves any blockages that hinder your happiness

• Encourages strength of character and authenticity

SPIRITUAL

• Attracts prosperity and abundance

• Encourages personal growth and reaching your full potential

CHAKRA

• Solar Plexus