Oval Shaped Crystal Opal Doublet
$320.00
OVAL SHAPED LIGHTNING RIDGE CRYSTAL OPAL DOUBLET; Measures 1cm X 0.5cm. Crystal opals
Valued as the second most precious type after black opals, they are transparent to translucent, allowing light to pass through and revealing a beautiful, brilliant play of color. This doublet is a thin layer of Lightning Ridge crystal opal firmly affixed to a layer of ironstone. The backing serves to highlight and enhance the vivid peacock blue-green color of the opal. Doublets are a fantastic and far less expensive alternative to solid Australian Black Opal. Metaphysically, opals are associated with optimism, creativity, and emotional healing. They are believed to spark inspiration, enhance intuition, and promote clarity in meditation
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