Product Description
Freeform nugget shaped semi precious gemstone Mexican Fire Opal with fire flash designer cabochon 11.5 mm long by about 9 mm thick. This one has no matrix!
Please view the video of the cabochon for the full flashing rainbow effect!
Fire Opal is the name used for opal that is colored. It is not a name given because of a rainbow phenomenon.
The gemstone cabochon may or 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. It can help make you feel more optimistic, socially outgoing, and confident.
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