How Do I Take Care of Australian Fire Opals?
Opals are considered among the most precious and unique gemstones on earth. No two opals are exactly alike. The majority of them come from Australia, and they are named and categorized by the color of the body (or main color) of the stone. The website Khulsey notes that fire opals are classified as “translucent to transparent, with yellow, orange, or red body color.” While opals appear strong, they require special care to keep them from cracking or losing the innate iridescence in the stone. Wear the opal (or handle it) often and feel free to touch the stone as you please. The Australian Opals website notes that wearing it allows the stone to “breathe” and that the oils in your skin can help keep the stone lustrous. Clean the stone by rubbing it with a piece of cotton soaked in room temperature water and allowing it to air dry. Check the opal jewelry that you wear frequently at least once a week to see if it needs to be cleaned. Check pieces that you do not wear as often each month. If
