How to Choose an Australian Black Opal Ring

When shopping for an Australian black opal ring the main thing you should look for is a grayish stone that is flecked with black. Opals with a grayish body are the ones that will flash every color of the rainbow. If the body is brownish it may not refract a full spectrum of colors however it will flash a great deal of red, which is considered to be a valuable character trait of the gem stone.

The play of color in the stone is very important when you are buying an austrailian opal ring. The more red fire that that the stone displays the more valuable it is. The best quality black opals that flash this red lightening come from a mine called Lightning Ridge.

Black opals are also among the softest gemstones. When examining opal rings make sure you choose one with a sturdy claw like setting that embeds the stone. If the black opal is trophied on prongs it leaves it vulnerable to damage.

Choosing an Australian black opal ring that nestles the stone as close as possible to your skin is also a good idea. This is because black opals become too brittle and break if they become too dry. The humidity of human skin actually keeps the moister and therefore more durable and resilient.

An Australian black opal ring best suits a person born under the Zodiac sign of Scorpio. If it flashes a lot of red fire it might be suitable for someone born under the sign of Aries as well.

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