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Opals are very delicate. You have to be very careful when wearing them that you don't bang them against hard surfaces or they can chip or break. They also need to be hydrated and will dry out and get dull if not worn often. Never clean them with regular jewelry cleaning solutions use only watered down toothpaste and a soft toothbrush.
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Where can black opals be found in NSW?
Three different types of Opal are found in Australia:Fire Opals are mined in South Australia near Coober Pedy.Black Opals are mined in New South Wales near Lightning Ridge.Boulder Opals are mined in the western Queensland.
How do you clean jewelry?
You can buy liquid jewelry cleaner for gold and silver. All if does is clean, not polish. For silver you can buy any cleaner specified for use on silver. Do not use the liquid cleaner on pearls or opals. You can buy a liquid cleaner specified for pearls only, and as for opals, they are porous and need water to keep them longer. You can also use your toothpaste and an old toothbrush to put a shine on your rings. or: use a mr. clean magic eraser it actually does work but only for fake jewelry
When was the first opal found and used?
It is unlikely that anyone in the world will know since opals have been used for many, many, many years as jewelry and such. I don't know where the oldest opal has been found but some simple research should clear up some misconceptions. DIMC
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Who made opals?
Nobody MADE opals. They're mined out of the ground.
What are food uses of opals?
Opals cannot be used as foods. They are hard, precious stones.
Do opals actually make you invisible?
Neither opals or any other gemstone will make you invisible.
Are opals black?
Some opals are known as black opals, this is when they have a mainly black colour. In general a black opal is very dark blue and has flecks of other colours within
Are opals natively Australian?
No. When opals were first found in Australia, they were not thought to be opals because they were a milky white in appearance. Opals found elsewhere in the world were mostly black.
Why are opals amorphous?
Opals are amorphous because they lack a crystalline structure. Their formation involves the precipitation of silica spheres in a disordered arrangement, which gives opals their unique play-of-color appearance. This lack of a crystal lattice is what differentiates them from most other gemstones.
Can you melt an opal?
No, opals are a type of mineraloid composed of silica spheres. Opals are sensitive to heat and can crack or lose their play-of-color if exposed to high temperatures. It is not recommended to try melting opals.
Where can black opals be found in NSW?
Three different types of Opal are found in Australia:Fire Opals are mined in South Australia near Coober Pedy.Black Opals are mined in New South Wales near Lightning Ridge.Boulder Opals are mined in the western Queensland.
Are green opals magnetic?
No, green opals are not magnetic. Opals, including green opals, are primarily composed of silica and water, which do not exhibit magnetic properties. If a green opal is attracted to a magnet, it may contain traces of iron or other magnetic minerals, but the opal itself is not inherently magnetic.
Do opals shrink?
No they do not shrink.
Does Coober Pedy mine white or black opals?
Yes. Coober Pedy is still a major producer of opals.
Should you wear opals if it is not your birthstone?
Yes, you can wear opals even if they are not your birthstone. Opals are known for their unique beauty and can complement various outfits and personal styles. Additionally, many believe that opals hold specific meanings and benefits, such as enhancing creativity and emotional expression. Ultimately, wearing opals should reflect your personal taste and preferences rather than just their association with birth months.
