Raw Mexican Fire Opal

Description

Our raw Mexican opal fire specimen is a thing of beauty. It has lovely burnt sienna hues that fit perfectly in traditional Southwestern décor. Make this piece yours today!

Size: Approx. 1.5″, 13.75g

With this raw Mexican fire opal piece, we have a fun décor idea—crystal grids. You may have heard of them before, but outside of the realm of décor. We encourage you get creative with your gemstones. Crystal grids are a great way to do that and raw pieces are great for the centerpiece. You can make impressive displays filled with color and wonder. Try it out and let us know what you think!

Let’s Discuss Opal & Opalescence

Ethiopian opal is a type of opal gemstone that is found in Ethiopia. It is known for its vibrant play-of-color, which is caused by the diffraction of light as it passes through the microscopic silica spheres that make up the stone. The chemical composition of Ethiopian opal is primarily composed of hydrated silica, with small amounts of water and trace elements such as iron and aluminum. These elements are what give Ethiopian opal its unique color and appearance. Overall, Ethiopian opal is a beautiful and sought-after gemstone due to its striking play-of-color and unique chemical composition.

Opals exhibit opalescence due to the unique structure of silica spheres within the gemstone. When light enters the opal, it diffracts and creates the play of colors known as opalescence. However, some opals, such as pink opal, may not display this phenomenon due to factors such as the size and arrangement of the silica spheres or the presence of impurities within the stone. These variations in structure can affect how light interacts with the opal, resulting in a lack of opalescence in some specimens.

Pink opal, also known as Andean opal or Peruvian opal, is a type of opal that does not exhibit the play-of-color or opalescence commonly associated with traditional opals. While pink opal lacks the characteristic iridescence of opal, it is still considered a true opal due to its chemical composition. Pink opal is composed of hydrated silica, similar to other opals, but its coloration is attributed to the presence of trace amounts of organic compounds and minerals. Despite the absence of opalescence, pink opal is valued for its soft pink hues and is recognized as a genuine variety of opal within the gemstone industry.

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This raw Mexican fire opal is a WYSIWYG.

For those who are unfamiliar with WYSIWYG, it means: What You See Is What You Get. Pieces identified as WYSIWYGs are not a random pull of stones that are similar to the one(s) pictured. Instead, you receive the actual piece that is pictured.

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Please Note:

1. Sizes and weights are approximate. Dimension sizes can vary based on the way the rock is formed. We hand measure our pieces on the longest side. Please see the pictures in the listing.
2. The colors may vary due to monitor and lighting differences.
3. Please use your own judgment when allowing children to handle.
4. Not suggested for use in animal habitats or fish tanks.