Synthetic Opal is composed by 80% silica & 20% resin. It is available in 57 colors come from White , Red , Yellow , Green , Blue , Purple Series. Can be cut into thickness & shape as the rough opal is ideal for cutting (e.g. cabochon, doublet, triplet, and can be carved with excellent effect, yield is high). It is widely used in different product markets such as silver and body jewelry, watches, cosmetic , household and other accessories.
Synthetic Opal Chart
(SIX Series of Synthetic Opal with 57 colors)
OPAL COMPARISON
| SYNTHETIC / CRYSTAL OPAL | GALAXY OPAL(no resin) | NATURAL OPAL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elements | 80% SO2H20+20% resin | Si02.nH20 | SiO2nH20 |
| Hardness (Mohs) | 4 - 5 | 5 - 6.5 | 3 - 5.5 |
| Special Gravity | 1.80 - 1.90 | 1.95 - 2.23 | 1.98 - 2.2 |
| Heat Resistance | 130°C | 800°C | 100°C |
| Rough Opal | 14 - 18mm | 10 - 12mm | irregular |
17A
17AB
17B
17D
F-H1
F-H2
13-1
13-2
13-3
15
16A
16B
27A
R1
4
16c
52
53
54
55
51
50
11
T-2
13A
13B
1
F-N1
6A
6B
5A
5B
T-1
L-2
14
L-1
8A
8C
7
10
9A
9B
V-2
V-1