Opals are a beautiful form of the mineral silica, which come in a wide variety of colors, from white and gray, to red or black.
February 22, 2006 (Press Release) --
Opal: 'O-p&l - A mineral that is a hydrated amorphous silica, softer and less dense than quartz and typically with a definite and often marked iridescent play of colors
Color: a color within itself (opalescent)
Mined: most notably found in Australia, though opals can be found throughout the world
Moh's Hardness: 5-6
Birthstone: October (modern birthstone), April (mystical birthstone) and October (Ayurvedic birthstone)
Opals are a beautiful form of the mineral silica, which come in a wide variety of colors, from white and gray, to red or black. Their unique ability to play with color by diffracting light at various wavelengths give opals their opalescent color and beauty.
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Color: a color within itself (opalescent)
Mined: most notably found in Australia, though opals can be found throughout the world
Moh's Hardness: 5-6
Birthstone: October (modern birthstone), April (mystical birthstone) and October (Ayurvedic birthstone)
Opals are a beautiful form of the mineral silica, which come in a wide variety of colors, from white and gray, to red or black. Their unique ability to play with color by diffracting light at various wavelengths give opals their opalescent color and beauty.
Source: http://www.yahoo.com
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