Fire Opal
About Fire Opal
Fire Opal is a vibrant variety of opal displaying brilliant orange, red, and yellow hues that glow like flames. Unlike other opals, Fire Opal is prized for its transparent to translucent body colour rather than play-of-colour, radiating passionate energy that ignites creativity, desire, and personal power.
Crystal Properties
- Mohs Hardness: 5.5-6.5
- Chemical Composition: SiO₂·nH₂O (Hydrated Silicon Dioxide with iron oxide)
- Crystal System: Amorphous (non-crystalline)
- Colour: Orange, red, yellow, sometimes with play-of-colour
- Chakra: Sacral Chakra, Solar Plexus Chakra
- Element: Fire, Water
Metaphysical Properties
Known as a stone of passion and manifestation, Fire Opal ignites your inner flame while enhancing creativity, sexuality, and personal power. It's particularly valued for awakening passion, boosting confidence, and supporting manifestation through inspired action. Many use Fire Opal to overcome shyness, enhance vitality, and pursue their desires with courage and enthusiasm.
How to Use Fire Opal
Wear Fire Opal to boost confidence and passion, meditate with it to ignite creativity and personal power, or place it in your workspace to inspire bold action. Its fiery energy makes it perfect for manifestation work and embracing life with passion. Note: Avoid prolonged water exposure and protect from heat.