White African Opal 8x10mm Nugget - 15-16 Inch microfacets-2025-BF it lightens because of further

it lightens because of further weathering and becomes Malachite

as well as brown to reddish brown or red in color

bluish green

Its needle to like inclusions of hematite are iridescent red

Turquoise is known for it's strength and protection attributes - dating back to ancient Egyptian amulets

White African Opal 8x10mm Nugget - 15-16 Inch microfacets-2025-BF it lightens because of furtherWhite African Opal is a white to cream to light tan stone with veining of black or gray. Like all Opals, it is a form of hydrated amorphous silica, however it does not exhibit the play of color seen in precious Opal. Common Opals such as White African Opal are believed to provide gentle, nurturing emotional support.