About Opal
Opal is a mesmerising hydrated silica mineral (SiO₂·nH₂O) that forms through the deposition of silica-rich water in rock cavities. What makes Opal truly unique is its play-of-colour—a dazzling display of shifting rainbows caused by the diffraction of light within microscopic silica spheres. This effect, known as opalescence, gives precious Opal its magical appearance.
There are many types of Opal, including Precious Opal, Common Opal, Fire Opal, Boulder Opal, and Ethiopian Opal, each with its own colouration and energetic signature. While most prized Opals are sourced from Australia, significant deposits are also found in Ethiopia, Mexico, Brazil, and the United States.
With a hardness of 5.5 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale, Opal is somewhat delicate and should be handled with care, especially when worn in jewellery.
Chakras – Crown (Primary), Third Eye, Sacral (Fire & Pink Opals), Heart (Green & Pink Opals)
Zodiac – Libra, Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces
Element – Water, Ether
Planet – Moon, Neptune, Venus
Number – 8
Birthstone – October
Typical colours – Iridescent white, milky pink, vibrant orange, black with rainbow flashes, pastel blue, green, or clear
Healing with Opal
♥ Inspiration ♥ Emotional Healing ♥ Creativity ♥ Intuition ♥ Passion ♥ Cosmic Connection ♥ Transformation
Opal is a deeply spiritual and emotional stone, amplifying feelings, enhancing intuition, and awakening one's inner fire. Often called a “mirror stone,” it reflects the inner world of the user—highlighting desires, dreams, emotions, and sometimes even hidden fears, allowing them to be processed and healed.
Opal activates the Crown Chakra and opens the pathways for divine inspiration, dreamwork, and higher guidance. Its presence can deepen meditation and support intuitive or psychic abilities, such as clairvoyance and telepathy.
Emotionally, Opal helps dissolve heavy energies like sadness, emotional trauma, or resentment. It encourages joy, spontaneity, and self-expression, making it a favourite among artists, healers, and empaths.
Energetic & Manifestation Properties
Energetically, Opal is an amplifier—of thoughts, feelings, intentions, and energy. Because of this, it's a powerful manifestation tool, especially when used consciously and with clear intention. It can accelerate spiritual growth, draw soul-aligned experiences, and bring emotional patterns to the surface to be worked through.
Opal is often used in rituals involving love, transformation, self-discovery, and creativity. Its shimmering energy invites light into shadowy places, helping users break old cycles and embrace new possibilities with confidence and grace.
As a water-aligned stone, it flows with emotion and change. It supports adaptability, softens resistance, and helps harmonise the spiritual with the emotional body—making it a valuable ally during major life transitions.
Physical Healing Properties
Physically, Opal is thought to support the nervous system and brain, enhancing mental clarity, balance, and coordination. Its soothing energy can help relieve stress-induced tension, reduce fatigue, and calm the mind during periods of overwhelm.
Many crystal healers associate Opal with the eyes and vision, both physically and metaphorically, helping to strengthen sight and intuitive insight. Some varieties, especially Fire Opal, are also said to stimulate metabolism and boost energy levels.
Due to its high water content and alignment with the element of Water, Opal may also assist in hydration, detoxification, and supporting healthy skin and connective tissue. It's often used in healing sessions to gently shift stuck energy and encourage emotional release, allowing the body and heart to heal in unison.
Historical & Cultural Notes
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The name “Opal” comes from the Sanskrit upala, meaning "precious stone," and the Latin opalus, associated with change and colour.
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Ancient Romans believed Opal brought luck and foresight, while Arabic legend said it fell from the sky in flashes of lightning.
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In the Middle Ages, Opal was believed to hold the virtues of all gemstones whose colours it contained and was considered a talisman of invisibility.
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Today, Australia produces over 90% of the world’s precious opal and regards it as a national gemstone.
Opal is a mystical and emotionally rich stone that supports transformation, inspiration, and inner truth. Whether you're drawn to its luminous flashes or its profound spiritual energy, Opal invites you to embrace your full emotional spectrum and awaken to your soul's most radiant potential.