Crystal
Opal
Also known as: Precious Opal
Chakras: All Chakras
Zodiac: Libra, Cancer
Planets: Moon
Elements: Water
Summary
Opal is a hydrated, non crystalline form of silica that holds water within it, and its play of color comes from tiny ordered silica spheres that diffract light. In crystal tradition it is the Holy Fire Stone of all the chakras, an intense emotional amplifier often used to deepen empathy and burn away the impure aspects of the self.
Keywords
Holy Fire Stone, emotional amplifier, empathy, connection to emotion, releasing negativity, self awareness
Spiritual meaning
In crystal tradition: Known in crystal tradition as the Holy Fire Stone, associated with consuming the impure aspects of the self and with all the chakras.
Emotional meaning
An intense emotional amplifier, often used to deepen empathy and connection to emotion and to release negative feelings by bringing awareness to their effects.
Fun facts
The name opal is traced to the Sanskrit upala, meaning jewel, through the Greek opallios. Australia has been cited as producing 95 to 97% of the world's precious opal.
Care and cleansing
Opal is soft (5.5 to 6), scratches easily and contains water, so keep it away from heat, long sun exposure and sudden temperature changes. Wipe with a soft damp cloth; no soaking, salt or ultrasonic cleaners. Cleanse with smoke, sound or moonlight.