Opal Earrings shops Brazil Paraiba Rare AAA VVS-vs Neon Blue Natural 8x6/9x7 Earth Mined Untreated Genuine Gems Studs/Dangles Solid Premium 925ss

Please Note: Storing, cleaning and care instructions are sent with these natural opal items. Please follow best care notes for these all natural earth mined gemstones. They are beautiful and will last if care is taken.

Exquisite and appealing Paraíba Opal are exceedingly Rare blue AAA color VVS-vs clarity natural gemstones, from Brazil's famed Paraíba state. Displaying delicate bluish greens similar to a Caribbean Sea, Paraíba Opal is visually appealing. Colors of neon blue, green, or purple may show depending on the light source and viewing angle and the individual gemstone.. Natural earth mined untreated unheated 8x6 pair or 9x7 pairs. Gemstones are approximately 1.55 in 8x6 and 2.20 in 9x7 style total carat weight in the pairs. Last photo is 8x6 on dime and 9x7 next to it.

Solid premium 925 all USA made Sterling silver- hallmarked

Rarity
Gem-quality Opals from Brazil first appeared in the London market in the early 70s. Along with green and attractive blues are a rare Opal color, commanding higher prices.

Only discovered in 2012, Paraíba Opal is from São José da Batalha in Brazil's Paraíba state. Exceedingly rare, total production was less than 30 kilograms of raw crystals. Interestingly, the miners' were looking for Paraíba Tourmaline deposits in the area, and until gemological tests relieved its true character, thought they had discovered a new Paraíba Tourmaline source. Rare Paraíba Opal is very limited.

With over 90 percent of gemstones treated, Paraíba Opal is one of the few gemstones that are not enhanced.

Mineral: Hydrated Silica
Chemistry: SiO2•nH2O
Color: All AAA colors Clarity: VVS-vs
Refractive index: 1.37-1.47
Birefringence: None
Specific gravity: 2.15 (+0.08, -0.90)
Mohs Hardness: 5 to 6.5

Opal is October's Birthstone
Ancient Greeks and Romans believed Opal was a Symbol of Hope, Purity and would keep the wearer free from Disease.
Opals should be treated with care due to their fragile nature.
Beautiful Caribbean Blue Multi Color Opal colors vary depending on the light source and viewing angle
No 2 stones will be alike!
0.75 Average Carat Weight Per Stone
Earth Mined Gemstone untreated and unheated
Color will vary from monitor to monitor.

Caring For Your Opal
Wear it often; opals benefit greatly from skin contact, as the natural oils in your flesh keep the opal moist and lustrous. Contrary to popular belief.

Do not wash dishes, clothes or other items with it on. An opal contains water, and the harsh detergents in dish or laundry soaps can dry out the stone and render it dull.

***Do not wear it in any type of hot tub, Jacuzzi, swimming pool, sauna, steam room, bath tub or shower. Prolonged submersion in water can heavily damage or destroy your shops opal.

Do not garden with it on. Prolonged contact with the soil can abrade the surface of your stone.

Do not clean your opal jewelry with any kind of ultrasonic device. Use plain water and a good, non-abrasive hand or facial soap.