Black Opal

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Among all colorful gemstones, black opal is very special. It looks dark but shines with many rainbow-like colors this shine is called the fire effect. People also call it black fire opal. The deep dark color comes from tiny amounts of carbon and iron oxide inside the stone. This darkness makes the bright colors look even more beautiful, like tiny sparks in the night sky.

People who love gems, design jewelry or collect rare stones all over the world love black opal because it looks so special and never goes out of style.

Black Opal Gemstone Meaning & Astrology

Black opal has a special meaning for emotions and the spirit. It is the birthstone for people born in October and is also given as a gift on the fourteenth wedding anniversary. In astrology, black opal is linked to two planets: Venus (for love and beauty) and Mars (for strength and courage).

• Zodiac Sign: Best for people with the zodiac sign Libra.
• Chakras: Helps balance the Root Chakra (which gives stability and strength) and the Crown Chakra (which helps connect with higher thoughts or spirit).
• Metal: Usually worn in silver for best results, but can also be set in gold, platinum or panchdhatu.

People say black fire opal can help attract love, money and emotional peace, making it a gem that is both pretty and meaningful.

Where Black Opals Are Found

Best black opals come mainly from Lightning Ridge in Australia, which is famous for high-quality opals. Some also come from White Cliff (Australia’s oldest opal area) and from Ethiopia, where you can find beautiful stones at lower prices.

Australian black opals, especially from Lightning Ridge, are loved everywhere for their very bright colors and great quality.

What Makes Black Opal Stone Valuable

• Origin: Australian black opals usually cost more.
• Color: The stone should have a dark base color like black, deep grey or dark blue, with bright rainbow-like flashes.
• Shine (Luster): A stone with more shine and smooth polish looks better.
• Fire Effect: The moving rainbow patterns make each stone unique.
• Shape & Cut: Many are cut into oval or teardrop shapes called cabochons to show off the fire.
• Clarity: Stones without cracks or spots are worth more.

Black Opal Price

black opal stone price changes based on its quality, weight, shape, brightness of colors and where it came from.

In India, Price for black opal starts from around INR 1,000 per carat and can go up to INR 15,000 per carat or even more for very fine stones.

Benefits of Black Opal Gemstone

• Love & Relationships: Because it is linked to Venus, black opal is said to make romantic bonds stronger, build trust and bring more passion to love and married life.
• Emotional Balance: It is believed to help control feelings, reduce stress and lift your mood. Some people also use it for problems related to hormones.
• Protection & Courage: Many believe black opal protects from different fears like being afraid of darkness, heights or the unknown. It can help you feel more brave and confident.
• Physical Healing: Traditionally, it is said to help reduce pain, calm the nerves and bring overall peace to the body.
• Wealth & Success: Some people think black opal makes your intuition stronger. This helps see problems or good chances early which is useful for people in creative work, service jobs or information-related work.

How to Wear Black Opal Stone

Black fire opals look amazing in all kinds of jewelry like bold rings, elegant pendants or small earrings. The dark base with colorful fire looks good with Western dresses and traditional Indian clothes. You can wear them on special days or even every day.

Buy Natural & Certified Black Opals

At MyRatna (located in Udaipur, Rajasthan and shipping worldwide), you can find:

• Only 100% natural, untreated black opals.
• Certified gemstones with proper gem certificates.
• Many different shapes and sizes to fit astrology needs or jewelry designs.

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