How To Buy Opals [ HIGH-QUALITY – How-To ]

Used to make cheap Ethiopian opals look like Black Opals.

Some opals absorb water and lose color temporarily. If you'd like to narrow this down, let me know: What is your budget range ? Do you have a favorite color (Fire red, ocean blue, etc.)? how to buy opals

To buy a high-quality opal, focus on , body tone , and authenticity . A valuable stone should have a vibrant "play-of-color" visible from all angles without any visible cracks or inclusions. ✨ Brightness: The #1 Factor The "play-of-color" is everything. Scale of 1 to 5. Aim for 4 or 5. Vibrancy matters. A bright stone beats a large, dull one. Red is rarest. It commands the highest prices. Blue/Green is common. These are more affordable. Determine the Body Tone This refers to the background color of the stone. Black Opal: Darkest base. Makes colors pop. Most expensive. Grey/Semi-Black: Mid-range. Great value for the look. Used to make cheap Ethiopian opals look like Black Opals