Collection: White opal

White opal is a precious variety of opal, prized for its subtle beauty and play of color.

🔹 General characteristics

• Color: White opal has a clear base ranging from milky white to pale cream. It can display iridescent (play-of-color) reflections in a range of hues such as blue, green, pink, orange, or red.

• Gloss: Vitreous to waxy.

• Transparency: From translucent to opaque.

• Hardness: 5.5 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale — it is relatively soft and brittle.

🌍 Geological origin

• It is mainly composed of hydrated silica, with a water content of up to 20%.

• It forms in cracks in sedimentary rocks, often in arid regions.

🌐 Main deposits

• Australia (especially Coober Pedy): the world's leading producer of white opals.

• Ethiopia , Mexico , Brazil , United States : other notable sources.

💎 Value and Use

• Less expensive than black opal or fire opal, it is nevertheless prized in jewelry.

• Its soft, cloudy appearance makes it a popular stone for understated, elegant jewelry.

🧘♀️ Symbolism and virtues (lithotherapy)

• Emotions: It would promote inner peace, intuition and emotional balance.

• Spirituality: Some consider it a stone of protection against negative energies.

• Creativity: It would stimulate imagination and inspiration.

🧼 Maintenance

• Avoid thermal shock, chemicals and prolonged exposure to the sun.

• Clean it gently with a soft cloth and warm water.