Fire Opal

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 6.0 – 6.5
Specific Gravity 1.97 – 2.22
Refractive Index 1.37 – 1.47
Crystal System Amorphous
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage None
Fracture Conchoidal,Splintery
Color white
Pleochroism Absent

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Fire Opal
Mohs hardness of Fire Opal shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Fire Opal
1 Talc
2 Gypsum
3 Calcite
4 Fluorite
5 Apatite
6 Orthoclase
7 Quartz
8 Topaz
9 Corundum
10 Diamond

Crystal System

Value & Market

Price Tier Moderate ($50-500/ct)

About Fire Opal

ファイアオパールは、メキシコが主要産地の鮮やかな赤・橙・黄色のオパールです。透明から半透明のものが多く、遊色効果を持たないものも多いですが、その燃えるような色彩自体が魅力です。メキシコのケレタロ州産が特に有名で、ファセットカットに仕上げられることもあります。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fire Opal?
ファイアオパールは、メキシコが主要産地の鮮やかな赤・橙・黄色のオパールです。透明から半透明のものが多く、遊色効果を持たないものも多いですが、その燃えるような色彩自体が魅力です。メキシコのケレタロ州産が特に有名で、ファセットカットに仕上げられることもあります。
What is the hardness of Fire Opal?
Fire Opal has a Mohs hardness of 6.0 to 6.5, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Fire Opal?
Fire Opal is primarily White.
How much does Fire Opal cost?
Fire Opal falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Fire Opal?
Fire Opal belongs to the Amorphous crystal system.

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