Classic Fire Opal Rings

Fire opal rings with lovely orange-red opal gemstones are rapidly growing into a fashion symbol these days. The glowing fire opal gems in their ever vivacious shades of hot oranges, yellows & reds make the opal rings more fascinating. Actually their sun like fiery & warm glow entices jewel designers & buyers all over the world. This radiant & precious stone was said to be born in fire burning inside the ancient volcanoes of Mexico (but due to sciene we now know that is is not the case). The fire opal has the same chemical composition of silicic acid with relatively high water content as that of other opal varieties & is named strictly after its vibrant color. The fire like color itself is possible due to the fine traces of iron oxide present in it. With a high water content & lower hardness of 6-6.5 on Mohs scale, fire opal constitutes one of the most sensitive gemstones & requires protection from heat & direct exposure to strong light for long time.

Fire opals are the precious opal types which were previously used in jewelry items as symbols of the most fervent love by the natives of ancient Persian kingdom, Central America & India as well. The Aztecs & Mayas called it as “quetzalitzlipyollitli” means the 'stone of the bird of paradise' & used it a lot in mosaics & ritualistic purposes. Though fire opals represent the flourishing business of the opals uniquely but not all of them have same value. There are common fire opals which based on their quality are either faceted or cut en cabochons to bring out the best play of colors in this orange gem. Most of the valuable fire opals are usually cut in traditional oval shape. However these precious gems can also be cut into several other interesting shapes so that their attractive size will give both jewelry designers & buyers unlimited options for work & purchase.

Even those who are unaware of its supernatural effects can get a feel of tenderness & prosperity on wearing a fire opal ring. It is an attractive gem with very good therapeutic value. It is considered to help resolve blockages in mind & give productive ideas. Gemstone experts are of the opinion that fire opals increase stamina, confidence, physical energy & courage of the wearer. Such is their influence that they make wearers give up old & outdated thinking process & adapt the newer ones. The hot & fiery orange-red opal really shows a positive change in their mentality & provides them a pure sense of peace, warmth & harmony. After all, it is the birthstone for zodiac sign of Aries.


The fire opal rings with or without play of colors are highly admired for their mystical properties... Keep an eye on JG Jewellers website for fire opal rings - they don't always have them but when they do - they are brilliant.

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