Boulder opal is one of the rarest and most expensive varieties of opal. Though it is lesser in value in comparison of black opal, but it is rare in availability. The on availability factor makes it a coveted opal. Many people are unable to distinguish between Boulder opal and opal doublet. The basic difference between the two is that the layering pattern is found naturally in boulder opal while in case of opal doublet, the layering is actually arranged. Boulder opal comes from Queensland, Australia.
Well, boulder opal is an opal that has a tough backing comprising ironstone. The supporting ironstone and the presence of precious opal in it make it a valuable and expensive item. The boulder opal can be found in two forms. The first form comprises a fine deposit of opal on the topmost surface while the other form consists of a variety in which the opal and ironstone are tangled together.
When it comes to carving, let us tell you that it is done on few types of opal. However, it is a noteworthy fact that boulder opal is regarded as one of the most perfect types of opal for the purpose of carving. The carved boulder opals are loved and coveted all over the world. The carving task is mostly carried out on the Asian continent. Nevertheless, the carved opals are available worldwide. The rich and intricate patterns of carving make the boulder opals look even more alluring than before. The beautifully carved opals are worked into exquisite jewelry forms and are also cherished as unique pieces of decoration.
Opals are beautiful and when they shake hands with the host rock, they look even more enthralling. When opals get created in or surrounded by voids of host rock, the precious and rare boulder opals are formed. This host rock can either be ironstone or sandstone. To retain the beauty of such natural formation, the boulder opals are cut carefully keeping the basic host rock with it.
Spiritual Healing Properties of Boulder Opal
Boulder opals are gifted with certain features that can help you learn and understand spiritualism in a better and easier way. Let’s see how boulder opal helps you augment your spiritual inclination.
Contains energies that support the path of spirituality – Apart from the beautiful play of colors and opalescence, this lovely gift of nature, called boulder opal has some important energy in it. You can feel the affectionate energies of Mother Earth in this precious stone. These stones are also believed to contain revealing and enlightening fire energy. The warmth of Earth energy and the enlightenment of fire energy come together in boulder opal to help you learn and know spirituality with ease and dedication.
Physical Healing Properties of Boulder Opal
Boulder Opal Carvings – Emotional Healing Properties
Boulder Opal Carving – Chakra Healing
Boulder opals provide you different physical and emotional advantages. Many of these advantages are the result of unique energies and powers found in boulder opal; while the other benefits occur when these enchanting stones work on the energy points of our bodies – the chakras! Removing the negativity from various chakras, these stones help you cleanse your aura from deep within. Boulder opals are capable to provide chakra healing too. By working in alignment with the crown chakra and base chakra, it does not only protect you from various physical problems but also assimilate and condense energy so that you can recognize and achieve the objective of your life.
The crown chakra which is located at the top of your head is stimulated using the boulder opals. By providing you the proper energy, the boulder stones instill clear thinking in your mind so that you are able to take the right decisions. Enhancing your decisions power and decision making abilities, the boulder opals make sure that you choose the right path in chaotic situations of life. Also, the boulder opals are believed to attract good fortune in life. Promoting happiness and inner beauty, they make your life beautiful and enjoyable than before.
One alluring feature of boulder stone is that it shows a unique play of colors which include all shades of ethereal colors. The brightness of colors is strongly and positively affected by the host stone, ironstone! This supporting stone augments the beautiful optical occurrences including the opalescence and color-play as well. Most specimens often portray brown shade as there are rich quantities of iron oxide present in them. However, there are few which show other hues like blue, green, purple, violet, red, etc.
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Write Commentswow, very designer gemstone!!
Is it really brings good luck?
Very beneficial healing properties.
Such a beautiful carving is done on bolder opal and it makes it more pretty and lovely. I like the way a bird or a duck-like structure carved on the stone.
The Boulder Opal Carving ring is gorgeous and fits perfectly. Very quick shipping. Definitely worth the price. Customer services are best all my problems are solved by mail at [email protected].
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I have a small handcrafted silver jewelry shop in New Jersey. I had heard a lot about the benefits of Boulder Opal Carving stone and its jewelry. And I purchased a jewelry collection from Gemexi. Thank You for providing the beautiful jewelry design patterns. All are looking so precious.
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These Carved opals are so beautiful. I am feeling so positive after wearing this.
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These Carved opals are so beautiful. I am feeling so positive after wearing this.
Bob, Thankyou for shopping with us. We are glad to know that you have loved the jewelry and had a great experience. We are happy to assist you again.
These Carved opals are so beautiful. I am feeling so positive after wearing this.
Bob, Thankyou for shopping with us. We are glad to know that you have loved the jewelry and had a great experience. We are happy to assist you again.
These Carved opals are so beautiful. I am feeling so positive after wearing this.
Bob, Thankyou for shopping with us. We are glad to know that you have loved the jewelry and had a great experience. We are happy to assist you again.