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Olive Opal tumbled
Olive Opal tumbled

Olive Opal tumbled

Olive Opal tumbled

A species of Olive Opal

Olive Opal tumbled is a common opal in a range of olive green colored hues finished with a sheen. Olive Opal tumbled is mined in Kenya, although opal in other shades of green is found elsewhere in the world. It is made into tumbled stones, beads for bracelets, and cut into cabochons which can be set into pendants.

General Info About Olive Opal tumbled

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Physical Properties of Olive Opal tumbled

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White
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Chemical Properties of Olive Opal tumbled

Idealised Formula
SiO2 · nH2O
Formula
SiO2 · nH2O
Elements listed
H, O, Si

Optical Properties of Olive Opal tumbled

Refractive Index
1.37-1.52
Pleochroism
None
Optical Character
Isotropic

Characteristics of Olive Opal tumbled

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Healing Properties of Olive Opal tumbled

Olive Opal tumbled is believed to enhance creativity and originality. It encourages honesty and self-expression. It is considered a protective stone that absorbs negative energy and reflects it back to the source. When placed on the Heart chakra, it is said to release emotional blocks and allow for truer, deeper love connections. It can be worn, carried, or placed in the home.

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