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Top-quality Angel-skin coloration of Pink Opal and premium-quality cutting.
Even though pink opal is classed in the group of “common” opals (because it does not show an internal play-of-color but is of opaque color), there is nothing common about pink opal. In fact, pink opal is a very rare color variety of opal, only found in the Peruvian desert, and is actually only found in a small area of a few hills near Ica, Peru. Opal is a hydrated amorphous form of silica; its water content may range from 3 to 21% by weight, but is usually between 6 and 10%. Because of its amorphous character, it is classed as a mineraloid, unlike crystalline forms of silica, which are classed as minerals. It is deposited at a relatively low temperature and may occur in the fissures of almost any kind of rock. Opal is softer and more easily chipped than most other popular gemstones. It has a hardness of about 5.5 to 6.0 on the Mohs hardness scale. Pink opal veins range in thickness from half a centimeter to a maximum of 6 cm, most commonly at around 1 to 2 cm of thickness.
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Is Peruvian pink opal rare?
In fact, pink opal is a very rare color variety of opal, only found in the Peruvian desert, and is actually only found in a small area of a few hills near Ica, Peru.
Is pink opal a real opal?
Common opal can be found in many varieties and in many localities in shades of white, blue, pink, yellow, green, brown, grey and even colorless. Pink opal is a variety of common opal from Peru, mainly found in the Andes Mountains and referred to as Peruvian opal or Andean opal.
How should you care for pink opal jewelry?
Opals are relatively soft, rating 5.5 to 6.5 on the Mohs hardness scale, so avoid harsh scrubbing or ultrasonic cleaners. Instead, clean opal jewelry by wiping it with a soft, damp cloth. If necessary, you can use mild, non-detergent soap and water, but make sure to rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
Gemrock products are ethical crystals
Ethical crystals refer to stones that are sourced in a way that respects workers, communities, and the environment.
Here is what we do to guarantee that our Pyrite is ethical:
No illegal mining (therefore no child labor and no mining in protected or ecologically sensitive habitats): We are not buying Pink Opal from illegal mines. Legality of the raw material is guaranteed by payments via bank transfer, after receiving an official invoice from the provider. Illegal miners would insist on cash payments only. By buying from legal mining operations only, we guarantee that no child labor is involved, as legal mining operations are supervised by the government and have to follow anti-child labor laws. Mining in protected areas or ecologically sensitive habitats is not allowed in Peru. By making sure we buy from legal mines, we therefore protect the environment.
No artisan shadow-business gemstone cutting: Crystal providers often promote their products as being sourced from local artisans, indicating that this would benefit local communities. Sadly, the contrary is true: In Peru, 100% of artisan lapidary workshops are shadow businesses. They get paid unreasonably low prices in cash. Artisan lapidary cutters do not work with legal labor contracts, have no health insurance, no retirement funds, no vacations, no maximum weekly labor hours, or any other labor benefits. Therefore, our Angelite gemstones are exclusively produced in-house. We are hiring our gem cutters under legal labor contracts, paying all legally required labor benefits, complying with safety laws, and providing our workers with quality gemstone cutting training and career options. We pay fair salaries that are higher than minimum salaries and get scaled upwards according to the level of training a cutter reaches. Our cutters get paid bonuses to meet quality targets and participate in the profits of the company.
We protect the environment: In Gemrock, we reduced water use in the lapidary process by over 90% by implementing water recycling measures. We recycle our garbage wherever possible. We have calculated the remaining carbon footprint of the products and engage in tree planting projects to neutralize our carbon footprint.
You cannot find the cabochon you are looking for, or you are looking for personalized professional cutting service?
Communicate directly with our cutting factory in Peru. We can help you with:
· Bulk lapidary cutting service
· Calibrated cabochon cutting
· Custom lapidary work and designer cabs from your material or our material
Please note: the following statements do NOT reflect our company’s beliefs. There is no scientific proof for any of the information provided. Whether you believe it or not is entirely up to your own discretion. We are simply sharing information found on the internet in response to frequently asked questions from our clients.
What is pink opal used for?
Pink Opal is revered by many for its gentle, nurturing energy. The stone is often used to ease emotional stress, heartache, and worry. Many turn to Pink Opal to cultivate empathy, inspire hope, and invite a sense of tranquility into their lives.
Meaning & Energy
Pink Opal is a very powerful crystal when it comes in contact with one’s heart. This stone activates and unlocks our heart chakra and imbues one’s aura with calming, tranquil vibrations. It's a perfect stone for someone to carry if they are struggling with any sadness, especially that of a broken heart. Pink Opal will serve your emotional body when it comes to a breakup, loss of a loved one, or even long-distance relationships. This crystal pushes us to look within and strengthen our connection to our inner selves. By strengthening this connection, we become stronger as individuals. This teaches us that we don't have to lean on our loved ones as much and can rely on just ourselves. Pink Opal gives a sense of individuality while showing just how strong you and your heart truly are. By turning inwards and beginning to work on yourself, the emotional strain weighing on one's heart and mind begins to fade away.
This Opal variety has also been referred to as a “stone of spiritual awakening”, due to the powerful vibrations it exhibits. It assists in self-healing of all levels and is here to rejuvenate your emotional body and aura. Pink Opal has been known to clean out one's heart space and push it into acceptance of whatever is weighing down on us. By being able to accept what has happened, only then can you move on and grow from it.
Which hand to wear pink opal?
Wearing Opal on the left hand can help you internalize the energies of Venus, promoting emotional healing, self-love, and introspection. However, for those looking to manifest external changes, such as attracting love or enhancing creative talents, wearing Opal on the right hand may be more appropriate.