Features
An opal is composed of hydrated silica, with traces of uranium, magnesium calcium, aluminium, iron, arsenic, zinc and sodium and potassium. It also has a high water content, up to 20 depending on variety.
Opal is formed by an alternation of wet and dry periods. Visit precipitation loaded with various elements infiltrate the substrate. Then in periods evaporation will enable the formation of the upper layers of chalcedony and quartz.
The etymology of the word opal comes from the Sanskrit upala meaning precious stone. Note that opal is the only gem that is splendid without any prior pruning.
For decades, the origins of the magnificent colors of noble opals. no explanation until 1965, when the which gave rise to the electron microscope scanning. In this way, the scientists were able to the structure of opals. Made of spheres of varying dimensions, opals have a milky appearance, these are common opals. In the noble opals, the spheres are identical dimensions and the light interferes and produces this incredible look to the multiple colors.
It should be emphasized that water has a great importance in the look and feel of opal. It is not uncommon to see opals presented to the public in containers filled with water.
Opal has a hardness of 5.5 to 6 on Mohs scale. For comparison, diamond has the highest hardness, i.e. 10 on this same scale.
Stories and legends
According to Greek mythology, opal was associated with Zeus' tears of joy after his victory over the titans. Her tears on contact from the ground were transformed into opals. This legend mainly concerns blue opal. It is an opal common to the various shades of blue. Opal was even thought to provide its wearer with powers of clairvoyance and divination.
For the Romans, opal was a stone source of hope. Pliny the Elder tells us the story of Nonius, a senator deposed by Mark Antony (83 - 30 B.C.), because he did not wanted to give him an opal. Marc-Antoine wanted to offer it to Cleopatra. Nonius has preferred to flee with only his baggage. precious opal and its collection of stones. According to an 18th-century legend, opal from Nonius is said to have been found in the ruins of Alexandria.
In ancient times, opal was considered like a precious stone. In the Middle Ages blond women wore necklaces of opals to preserve the color of their hair. Opal was also known as "ophtalmios" literally translates as "eye stone". Indeed, it was thought that it possessed virtues for protecting eyes.
Numerous writers describe this stone by comparing it to fireworks volcanoes, galaxies, etc. The Bedouins explained that this stone fell during thunderstorms enclosing lightning.
In India, a legend tells that the Goddess the rainbow was so beautiful that it didn't even to be courted, even to the extent of harassed. She then decides to transform herself into opal.
However, opal was considered to be stone of woe. A myth from a novel by Sir Walter Scott entitled Anne of Geierstein or la Fille des brumes, published in 1829, brought damage to the stone. Indeed, heroin Lady Hermione died after her opal received holy water. She was accused of witchcraft. In just a few months, the opal undergoes a 50% drop.
But a more reasonable explanation emerged: 19th-century lapidaries and gem setters had difficulty working with this stone without damage it. Frequent breakages associated with this stone gave opal a special connotation of bad luck.
The deposits
The main opal deposits are at Madagascar, Australia, the United States Spain, Mexico, etc.
Green opal
Green opal is widely used in the the world. To date, there are more than 3,000 deposits of this magnificent stone. However, we Australia remains the leading producer quality opals. In fact, around 95% of all the opals on the market come from this country, 4% come from Mexico and the rest are spread around the world. In Germany produced opals called opals Eibenstock. In Syria, opals have were also discovered, as well as Madagascar, Indonesia and New Zealand, Mexico, Brazil, etc.
Opal forms as a result of accumulations of siliceous fluids. These accumulations are deposited in various rocks, such as tuff. For the record, tuff is a rock formed by the accumulation of projections volcanic eruptions of tiny fragments contain rocks. This rock consolidates under the action of water. These accumulations can to take place in organic matter produced by living beings, plants, animals or micro-organisms). Then the water content of the opal is reduced and the silica forms a solid consistency. Each opal has a different water content, ranging from from 3% to 20% of its composition.
The different colors of opal from its inclusions, such as copper, zinc nickel, silver, cobalt, iron, etc. Green opal is a member of the opals, because it does not have this iridescence and opalescence. However, there are various shades of green. This is formed by a process and contains silicic acid, with solidified iron and nickel. This is the combination that gives it its beautiful hues green.
The benefits of green opal in lithotherapy
Benefits for your health psychic
Powerful stone of protection, green opal brings peace and serenity. It enables free yourself from trauma-related blockages of childhood. It's a beautiful stone resilience. It facilitates the reconstruction of inner self. It gives courage to face life's trials.
This magnificent green stone represents the renewal. It urges its wearer to act for the change. It encourages a fresh start and brings a deep sense of letting go. The person gains confidence in herself and in others. She finally free himself from this mistrust and his lack of confidence. She allows herself to go forward.
Green opal protects its wearer from negative energies and influences. A person under a hold can free themselves through to wearing this incredible stone. She acquires a new strength and can thus leave a harmful partner. This stone symbolizes freedom and new beginnings.
His beautiful green color is the color of the the awakening of nature to its full potential. a new season. This stone dissolves conscious and unconscious roadblocks. It enables fight self-deprecation, to vent suppressed anger or feelings of resentment. A little extra: this stone frees creativity and imagination.
Benefits for your health physics
This green opal exudes vitality. Sound the wearer returns to an activity and resolves to have a a healthy lifestyle. The body regains tone.
Green opal helps the body function properly solar plexus chakra.
This stone is the symbol of renewal. It also promotes quality sleep and a lot of dynamism as soon as you wake up.
Wearing a green opal causes a excellent fluid circulation body.
Green opal and signs associated astrological
Green opal has many virtues, to provide vitality, and to help numerous benefits for all natives of the zodiac. However, it sometimes happens that links are forged with certain signs astrological signs. This is particularly true of astrological charts:
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Aries: symbol of enthusiasm, enthusiasm and impulse. This sign represents dynamism, boldness and energy. Wearing an opal reinforces its desire to forge ahead and to go for it. This sign has great energy and he has no trouble getting people to obey him. He federates naturally. He loves competition and often finishes first. This sign can't stand failures. If he falls, he gets back up immediately. Combative, it can sometimes become violent. Very stubborn, he has few patience. He is very straightforward and can be hurtful. He's not very diplomatic. He sometimes has an immature attitude and can prickle with anger. temper tantrums. However, he has a side warm and friendly. We appreciate his presence, and is often very well surrounded. He is looking for professional success, because he is a big spender. He likes to share with his entourage. In love, he is passionate and quickly caught fire. He is said to have an artichoke heart. It falls very quickly in love, then tires of it just as quickly. He wants dominate his or her partner. He doesn't appreciate routine and the couple will have to be creative and original;
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Taurus: symbol of the fertility, abundance and stability. This sign represents solidity possessiveness and reliability. Wearing a green opal gives it serenity and calm. peace. This sign is persevering, hard-working likes to acquire property. He moves at his own pace and is often very calm. He is very stubborn and it's downright impossible to change his mind. He knows exactly where he goes out of his way to achieve his goals. Tenacious and enduring, he always manages to overcome life's difficulties. He is a great generosity and willingly shares with his surroundings. Very down-to-earth, he has a rational mind and only believes what it sees. His problem is that he doesn't know reconsider one of its decisions, even if it's not a good one. He appreciates routine and comfort. Earning money is indispensable to him. In love, he shows with a lot of sensuality, tenderness and attention to his or her partner. He is all about giving pleasure. He loves cuddles and caresses. He is charming and likes to conquer. But very soon, he wants to start a family;
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Balance: symbol of balance, peace and justice. This sign represents harmony, elegance and contracts. Wearing a green opal to combat negative emotions, such as than anxiety and anguish. This sign is very sociable and likes to evolve in social circles. He has always elegance and class. He has an innate gift for dancing. He needs to be watched and admired. This sign hates conflict and it's an excellent mediator. He dreams of a world and can't stand either lies or betrayals. He is rather vain and likes to be fashionable. However, he's good company and we seek its presence. As it happens beneath its smiling exterior lies a determination to iron and determination. He manages always to remain in an atmosphere of trust and benevolence. He hates vulgarity and dirtiness. In love, he is romantic, sensitive and in search of harmony perfect. He hates loneliness and believes in unique love. Very quickly, this sign a partner to spend his life with. He has a need for recognition. It is for the and will do anything to preserve her couple.
Green opal and the chakras
Green opal helps balance the chakra of the heart. This chakra is located at the level of the sternum. at the front and between the shoulder blades at back. It is the origin of love and joy. The balanced heart chakra engenders acceptance of self and others. It brings peace, compassion and forgiveness. Visit empathy and trust. helpfulness. She likes to take care of others. She's a joy to be around and leaves a lasting impression. her feelings.
The heart chakra unbalanced, too much open, causes two opposing behaviours: or the person is in the highest devotion to the point of forgetting oneself, while hoping to receive recognition, or it is egocentric, narcissistic and is incapable of taking an interest in others. The person is jealous, critical and demanding.
Heart chakra unbalanced, blocked, creates a heart closed to others. The person is always angry, selfish, indifferent and is full of hatred and jealousy. She is and doesn't accept herself as such. she is. Moreover, she is incapable to love and forgive.
Maintenance, recharging and servicing opal purification green
Removed from its natural environment, the green opal can no longer be purified or recharge in contact with earth or water. Manipulated by all kinds of people, she has necessarily come into contact with influences negative. As soon as it arrives at your home, you need to proceed with the purification and refill your green opal. Operations are also to be carried out in maintenance at least once a month or after a lithotherapy session.
Plunge your green opal into a filled glass spring water for 3 hours. Dry your stone delicately with a cloth gentle. For lighter purification, you can you can use the fumigation technique with white sage or in a bowl Tibetan.
Expose your stone to the moon's rays. It do not expose it to direct sunlight. sun. Your stone contains water. overheating, it risks spoiling. Choose a full moon day. Or you can simply place it in a geode or on a quartz cluster for 24 hours. hours.
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