Yellow Opal

L'Opale Yellow

An opal is composed of hydrated silica, with traces of uranium, magnesium and calcium, aluminum, iron, arsenic, sodium and of potassium. It also has a high which can be as high as 20%, depending on the varieties.

Opal forms during alternating wet and dry periods. dry periods. Heavy precipitation of various elements seep into the substrate. Then in dry periods, evaporation will lead to the formation of upper layers of chalcedony and quartz.

The etymology of the word opal comes from the Sanskrit upala meaning stone precious. Opal is the only precious stone gem that is splendid without any size to the preliminary.

During the years decades, the origin of the magnificent colors of noble opals could not be explained until 1965, when the scanning electron microscope. In this way scientists were able to demonstrate the structure of opals. Consisting of spheres with Opals come in a variety of sizes These are the common opals. In the noble opals, the spheres are identical and the light then interferes and produces this incredible color look multiples.

It should be noted that that water is of great importance the look and feel of opal. It is to see rough opals on display at the public in containers filled with water.

Opal has a very special hardness of 5.5 to 6 on the Mohs scale. For In comparison, diamond has the hardest 10 on the same scale.

Histories and legends

According to mythology Greek, opal was associated with the tears of Zeus' joy after his victory over the titans. Her tears, as they touched the ground, turned into opals. This legend mainly concerns blue opal. It is an opal common to various shades of blue. It was even thought that the opal gave its wearer the power to clairvoyance and divination.

With the Romans, opal is a stone of hope. Pliny the Elder tells the story of Nonius, senator deposed by Mark Antony (83 - 30 B.C.), because he didn't want to hand over a opal. Marc-Antoine was determined to give it to Cleopatra. Nonius preferred to flee with his only luggage, his precious opal and his stone collection. According to a 18th century, Nonius opal is said to have been found in the ruins of Alexandria.

In ancient times, opal is considered to be a stone precious. In the Middle Ages, blond women wore opal necklaces as a sign of their preserve the color of their hair. Opal was also called "ophtalmios" literally translates as by "eye stone". Indeed, it was thought that it possessed virtues for protecting eyes.

A large number of writers describe this stone by comparing it to to fireworks, volcanoes and galaxies, etc. The Bedouins explained that this stone would fall during storms, trapping lightning.

In India, a legend tells us that the Goddess of the Rainbow was so beautiful that it never ceased to be courted, even harassed. She chooses then turn into opal.

However, opal was considered a stone of misfortune. A myth from a novel by Sir Walter Scott entitled Anne of Geierstein or the Daughter of the Mists, published in 1829, was detrimental to the stone. In fact, the the heroine Lady Hermione died after her opale was given holy water. She was accused witchcraft. In just a few months, the opal undergoes a 50% drop.

But an explanation more reasonable appeared: lapidaries and 19th-century setters found it difficult to without damaging the stone. Breakage associated with this stone gave opal a connotation of evil fate.

The main opal deposits are in Australia, the United States and Japan. United States, Spain, Mexico, etc.

Les properties of yellow opal

Opal stone yellow has many characteristics identical to those of other opals. However, the these properties differ due to its luminous color. Composed essentially of hydrated silica and inclusions of various other metals, yellow opal is extremely hydrated, as it contains around 20% of water.

His color is due to to the significant presence of iron. It does not has no fire or, in other words, no reflection. The transparency of yellow opal varies from translucent to opaque. Its luster can be vitreous to matte, sometimes even pearly. Hardness of opal is the same as for all opals, i.e. from 5.5 to 6 on the Mohs.

Yellow opal makes part of the common opals. It can be found the Greeks, who attributed to it the gift of mediumnity. Legend has it that could read the future in a common opal. Then, for the Romans, yellow opal was indicator of social status. Possession of a opal showed a certain rank and power recognized in society. In the Middle Ages and until the end of the Renaissance in Europe, the yellow opal was a stone of good luck and of good health.

The deposits rough yellow opal

The main deposits are in Mexico.

The benefits yellow opal in lithotherapy

Benefits for the skin psychic level

Yellow opal brings fulfillment and balance to the mind. It repels negative energies and emotional excesses. This balance makes it possible to overcome the obstacles of the past and to move forward in life. It encourages projects and their fulfillment.

The person takes confidence in herself and in others. She opens up to feelings such as compassion and empathy. It is no longer focused on herself and shows a real interest in others.

This stone brings joy and good cheer. mood. It eliminates sadness and restores its a resolutely optimistic and happy carrier. This cheerful and enthusiastic nature is infectious and is transmitted from person to person.

Yellow opal radiates and combats anxiety, anxiety, excessive shyness. It gives self-confidence. The person doubts much less of her. She is less demanding to herself and to those around her. She becomes more relaxed and much less stressed.

Yellow opal is renowned for combating the pride of its carrier. It brings him humility and loyalty by overcoming the misdeeds of an ego oversized. The person remains humble is its area of success. This stone stimulates inner energies and enables its holder to invest in new experiences.

His properties on the plan physique

This yellow stone gives vitality to its wearer. It diffuses an energy that relaxes him. It fights against tension. Pierre of optimism and joy, it gives a beautiful energy.

The wearer wants to to spend this energy on an activity physical activity. This physical activity is excellent for for the body in general.

Also, yellow opal is a water stone. It encourages its wearer to drink the right amount of water recommended in a day, i.e. 1.5 liters in meals. This water intake is excellent for the proper functioning of the plexus chakra sun. Promotes elimination.

This stone provides good fluid circulation body.

Yellow and yellow opal astrological signs associates

Yellow opal is a revitalizing stone, full of energy and benefits. It acts on all the natives of the zodiac. It seems that certain signs are even more receptive to energy. This is the case for following astrological signs:

• Aries symbolizing action, dynamism and ardor. This sign represents boldness, energy and impulsiveness. Wearing a yellow opal enhances optimism and joy. This sign can sometimes seem immature. It can, he tends to get angry if the things don't turn out the way he planned. planned. He may even sulk. He is also a big spender, so he needs to succeed professionally. With a nature of leader, he loves to lead, whether it's a team or members of his entourage. He's a go-getter, he's daring and he doesn't hesitate. challenges. He is very competitor and regularly finishes first. Fortune often favors him. He loves physical or verbal confrontation. There is no lack arguments. Very frank, he can be hurtful, because it lacks diplomacy. He likes to win money, because he likes to spend. In love, he has a true artichoke heart. He bursts into flames and often falls in love. He likes to discover and conquer new prey. He hates routine and his partner will use your imagination to stimulate it;

• Verseau symbol of modernity, of the friendship and freedom. This sign represents the future, science and new technologies. Wearing a yellow opal gives confidence and self-assurance. This sign dream of a fairer world where everyone would be on an equal footing. He wants everyone to have access to knowledge. His wishes are utopian. He is keen to his freedom and he can't do a job of office. He needs to travel and discover new new lands. He often lives in his dreams and is very creative. He has a flair and a intuition. Very keen on novelty, he loves all the gadgets of the new technologies. The Internet is his friend. He has lots of ideas to revolutionize the world in which he evolves, but his projects are often unsuccessful. However, it can happen intolerance, and is recovering rarely in question. In love, he is on his guards and shows little passion. He prefers to maintain a relationship based on friendship. He cares too much freedom, so he'll choose someone who won't stand in his way ;

• Fish: symbol of infinity, religion and the of faith. This sign represents clairvoyance, intuition and mystery. Wearing a yellow opal helps her develop empathy and compassion for others. He is often endowed with artistic gifts, especially in music. He is very sensitive and has a lot of trouble tolerate criticism. He is a incredible extravagance, particularly in his outfits clothing. Sometimes he suffers from of anguish and then takes refuge in his bed. It is not suitable for responsibilities. Idealistic and naive, he is highly suggestible, and can go so far as to addictions. He likes to live by night and can quickly become marginal. A great generosity, he loves to share with his surroundings. He has a great deal of intuition and a incredible flair for making good business. In love, this sign is paradoxical. It dreams of true love and yet loves to multiply conquests. He likes to take part sexual experiences. He can behaving like a libertine while dreaming of the marriage. As the years go by, he calms down and can start a family.

Yellow and yellow opal chakras

Yellow opal helps to balance the solar plexus chakra. This chakra is represented by a lotus with 10 yellow petals. It is located slightly above the navel at the front and at dorsal D11 and D12. It provides the balance of thoughts and emotions. This balanced chakra generates self-confidence and a lot of willpower to achieve its goals. The person is cheerful, zen and spontaneous. She has a great deal of altruism, self-respect and respect the others.

The plexus chakra unbalanced, too open, develops feelings of pride and vanity. Visit is rigid, hard and hateful. She is obsessed with her work, with dieting and food. She's bossy, never satisfied and very critical. The others matter as long as everyone does what she says. wants. She has no compassion, no understanding towards others.

The plexus chakra unbalanced, closed solar system lack of self-confidence, too much shyness. The person finds it difficult to say no and is often exploited. She doesn't know how to and doesn't fit in with the rest of the society. She is nervous, stressed and distrustful. She is terribly afraid of judgment and does everything to remain unnoticed. She has no personality.

Maintenance, opal purification and recharging yellow

Since its launch extraction until his arrival at your home, your yellow opal has undergone influences. It can no longer purify, nor recharge on its own with the elements around it, such as water, water earth or sun. It is essential that be purified and recharged as soon as it is purchased. At Indeed, it may even have lost some of its efficiency. The following operations are to be carried out as a minimum once a month or after a lithotherapy.

Plunge in your opal in a glass of spring water for 3 minutes. hours. Never bring your opal into contact directly with the salt. Dry gently with a soft cloth and remove any remaining impurities. Alternatively, you can also use purify with sage fumigation white or in a Tibetan bowl.

Drop off your opal yellow in the moonlight during full sun moon. Never expose your opal to direct sunlight. sunlight. This may cause cracking. You can also put it in a amethyst geode or on a quartz cluster for 24 hours.

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