Product Description
Oval shaped semi precious gemstone Mexican Fire Opal designer cabochon with fire flash 18 mm by 16 mm by 11.5 mm thick.
Please view the video of the cabochon for the full flashing rainbow effect!
Fire Opal is the name used for opal that is colored, not a name given because of a rainbow phenomenon. In fact, this gemstone material may not have the rainbow flash, but it is a lovely color usually ranging from yellow, to orange, to red.
The color of these gemstone cabochons comes from the presence of iron.
Fire Opal is mined in the Mexican states of Queretaro, Hidalgo, Guerrero, Michoacan, Julisio, Chihuahua and San Luis Potosi.
Today, the Fire Opal is regarded as the national gemstone of Mexico.
Metaphysical Properties: It is said Fire Opal assist one in overcoming shyness and can help make you feel more optimistic, socially outgoing, and confident.