Opal: An IntroductionPopularly known as the October Birthstone or 14th and 18th

Anniversary Stone, opal, without a doubt, is one of the greatest grandeurs of nature. What sets it apart from others is the fact

that it can vary in the colour of rainbow that makes it extremely famous among people having a flare for jewellery. Reflection as well as refraction of particular wavelength of light is the prime

factor that adds to its quality. The transaction of a variety of wavelengths of light further adds to its inimitable visual appeal.

All these attributes make opal one of the most sought after gemstones all over the world. It is, indisputably, one of the most

preferred and beautiful gemstones that has created a unique market for itself. The word Opal is derived from different

languages: in Sanskrit it means precious stone upala whereas in Latin and Greek it means to see colour change.

It was in the 4000 BC. in Ethiopia that the initial samples of Opal relics were discovered. Famous archaeologist, Louis Leakey, later on found these

artefacts in a cave that is situated in Kenya. According to what legends have to say, this particular gemstone

is affirmed to have phenomenal qualities that can change the fortune of the wearer and help in

achieving several goals of life. This gemstone has proved to be a blessing for all those who wish to

achieve something in life. Also, it helps the wearer get rid of several ailments such as filters white and red

corpuscles, reproductive organs, depression and brain disorders.

It is made from waters having silica and can be easily found in rock of any sorts. It is the mixture of silicon dioxide and water that is responsible for the creation of this semi precious gemstone. As water runs down the grounds, it picks silica with it in the form of sandstone. This water rich in silica gets into cracks as well as voids attributable to decomposing natural salts as well as fossils. When water evaporates, it leaves behind silica. This particular cycle continues for a long leading to the formation of Silica over period of time. However, after the process of evaporation is completed, the gemstone still comprise of 13 percent water.

Although the gemstone is available in a range of colours, the rarest is the colourless; the state in which it is found. One can see the spectrum of blues and violets in smaller spheres while orange and red in larger spheres. Amethyst Stone such as opal is bestowed with various miraculous qualities and protects the wearer from seduction.