Harlequin Opal

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 5,5 – 6,5
Specific Gravity 1,98 – 2,5
Refractive Index 1,37 – 1,52
Crystal System Amorphous
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 Harlequin Opal
Mohs hardness of Harlequin Opal shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Harlequin 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 Budget (< $50/ct)

About Harlequin Opal

O opala arlequim é considerado o tipo mais raro e valioso de opala preciosa, caracterizado por um jogo de cores em padrão de xadrez ou mosaico regular de cores vivas e distintas. As "manchas" de cor são tipicamente quadradas ou retangulares, cobrindo uniformemente toda a superfície da pedra. Este padrão geométrico regular é excepcionalmente raro na natureza. A Austrália é a principal fonte, e os exemplares de qualidade arlequim genuíno atingem preços extraordinariamente elevados no mercado de gemas.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harlequin Opal?
O opala arlequim é considerado o tipo mais raro e valioso de opala preciosa, caracterizado por um jogo de cores em padrão de xadrez ou mosaico regular de cores vivas e distintas. As "manchas" de cor são tipicamente quadradas ou retangulares, cobrindo uniformemente toda a superfície da pedra. Este pa
What is the hardness of Harlequin Opal?
Harlequin Opal has a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6.5, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Harlequin Opal?
Harlequin Opal is primarily White.
How much does Harlequin Opal cost?
Harlequin Opal falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Harlequin Opal?
Harlequin Opal belongs to the Amorphous crystal system.

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