Flashing pink and greens illuminate this Australian Opal flower with a center of faceted Rhodolite Garnet, all set in 14k gold on a sterling silver backplate. The opal doublet flowers measure 20 millimeters from the tip of one petal to its opposing petal. The beautiful bright pink Rhodolite Garnet is 6mm which has a 14k wire border surrounding the gemstone. There are six 2mm 14k gold balls separating the opals. I am showing it with a solid 14k rolo chain complete with 14k lobster claw clasp, but this pendant is also available without the chain, too.

Opals begin as a mixture of silicon dioxide and water. When fresh water (from rain or streams) runs down over sandstone, it picks up trace amounts of silica from the sandstone. This silica and water solution sometimes finds its way into cracks and crevices. When the majority of the water evaporates, the silica remains. If the conditions are just right, an opal is created. The process, although seemingly simple, takes millions of years and intense pressure to create one opal. Opals are all one of a kind and each has its own beauty. Opal Doublets are made from natural opals that have had a thick backing applied for more strength and durabilityOpals are about 5-6 on the Moh's scale of hardness which is about the same hardness as glass. Care should be taken so they are not scratched. To protect their beauty, they should not be stored in direct sunlight. They should also be removed when showering or swimming because they can be affected by chemicals and perfumes like those in soaps and shampoos and definitely by chlorine. .With normal care, they will last a lifetime!

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