Do you know the properties of Opaline stone?

Opaline is a man-made crystal, so its properties are quite different from the properties of most naturally occurring crystals and are related to issues such as beauty, well-being, self-esteem, mental clarity, happiness, new beginnings and energy upliftment.

Although it is a man-made crystal, it is possible to benefit from the energies of opaline in a simple way, especially if you need more energy. Like any object, opaline can be charged with personal power and serve as a kind of receptacle for the energies of its user.

In Brazil, opaline is known as moonstone, but moonstone is actually a crystal with a very different appearance and therapeutic and energetic properties. This article will serve as a manual for you to understand how this beautiful crystal works.

In it, we present its properties, energies, its relationships to the chakras, the zodiac signs and ways to apply opaline in your spiritual, physical and emotional practices. Check it out.

Characteristics of Opaline Stone

Because it is artificially produced, it is important to understand the characteristics of the opaline stone before using it. In this section, we present its origin, indicating its meanings, colors, varieties and information about its application and correspondences with the signs, chakras, planets and elements. Check it out.

Origin and history

Opal came about as an attempt to produce opal, whose name is also the origin of the name opaline. Since opal is a rarer and consequently more expensive crystal, people tried to create a stone in the laboratory that would resemble opal and be cheaper.

And, as expected, many people sold opals as if they were opals to get more money. and according to records, the first opals started to be produced in the late first half of the 20th century.

Interestingly, despite imitating opal, opaline is known in countries like Brazil as moonstone, as it resembles a giant form of a rarer type of moonstone, the rainbow moonstone.

Meaning

Opaline is a stone that means outer beauty. It is an extremely beautiful crystal that draws people's attention easily due to its colors and its unmistakable iridescent effect very similar to that of a real opal.

It can also be used to work on emotions and symbolizes calmness, centering and helps with issues such as self-esteem and self-love. Because it is an eye catching crystal, it is also used to attract love and be more noticed in professional environments.

Colors and varieties

Opalines are usually produced in blue color, being slightly translucent and opalescent. Although blue is the most popular color, it is possible to find opalines on the market in pink, white, yellow, greenish and even transparent or completely solid color.

Being basically a type of glass, the color of opaline also varies according to the background of the side it is on. If it is in a dark place, it will show a bluish color, whereas if the background is light, it will show shades of white with a touch of pinkish and orange.

Sometimes they have air bubbles on their surface, and it is precisely because of these variations in appearance that they are so attractive.

Hardness and chemical composition

Opalines are crystals that have hardness between 5 and 5.6 on the Mohs scale, a scale used in mineralogy to determine the degree of hardness of minerals. It is a relatively hard crystal, being in a position between apatite and feldspar.

However, remember that they should not be exposed to high temperatures as they burn and melt like plastic.

Its chemical composition is silicon dioxide, a component of sand and glass, which are arranged in small spheres to produce the opalescent effect of the crystal. Some oxides are also used to give it colors.

Applications and uses

Opaline, even though it is an artificial crystal, can be used for spiritual, physical and emotional purposes. In general, it is applied and used to create and awaken inner strength, so that its user learns to discover who they really are, by working on their deepest feelings sublimated by issues throughout life.

In addition, it brings more motivation, beauty and self-esteem and therefore, they are commonly found in jewelry and costume jewelry because of their intense beauty. Opalines are also excellent for transition periods in life, so if you are going through a period of change, the time to get attached to this crystal is now.

Signs and chakras

The signs that best benefit from the energies of opaline are the water signs (Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces) and Libra, since Librians are considered the mis vain of the zodiac and have a natural inclination for the arts and all that is beautiful.

The chakras influenced by opaline are the heart chakra (located very close to the heart), the third eye (located between the eyebrows, in the forehead region) and the crown chakra, the only chakra located outside the body, very close to the corona region in the head.

Elements and planets

Opaline is strongly influenced by the Water element, since it is a crystal related to emotions and life cycles, and its ruling planets are two: Venus and the Moon.

The lunar energies in opaline are easily perceived with its properties related to the inner journey and the subconscious. Venus rules the properties of this crystal which are related to beauty and self-esteem.

Benefits of Opaline Stone

If you have been interested in opaline, you are probably wondering about the benefits of this crystal.

As we will show you below, there are three main areas of action of this crystal: the spiritual, emotional and physical body. Therefore, we have separated its benefits according to these main categories so you can understand them better. Check it out.

Effects on the spiritual body

The effects of opaline on the spiritual body are linked to the inner strength it promotes. Opaline also has the power to connect its users with the energy of prosperity, bringing luck, abundance and success through a current of positive energies that can be reinforced with positive affirmations from its users.

In addition, opaline brings mental clarity which, when used properly, calms the spirit and allows communication with higher beings and access to planes of reality that are beyond physical reality.

Finally, opaline helps to build bridges with your spirituality, so that you will receive clear mis messages from your mentors and awakening your psychic abilities.

Effects on the emotional body

The effects of opaline on the emotional body are linked to happiness. Its use allows its user to be intimately connected with himself, so that he will better understand his own emotions and see the world with the happiness of a child.

Opaline is believed to be able to mirror in its iridescent spectrum the mood of the person carrying it, so always be aware of the colors you see on the surface of your opaline so that you can act in the appropriate areas to improve your emotional body and mood.

Opaline also awakens a sense of freedom and independence, as well as facilitating communication and visibility for shy people. Finally, opaline is also excellent for releasing the oppressed feelings, hurts and anger eating away at your being.

Effects on the physical body

The main effect of opaline on the physical body is the improvement of memory. Its colors that resemble the rainbow seem to activate the mind so that you will become more aware of what is happening around you. In addition, the main benefits of opaline for your physique is linked to mental health.

It decreases anxiety, bringing the being of well-being and security necessary for a healthy life. In addition, it assists self-esteem and helps develop your physical beauty by externalizing it.

It can also be used by people who suffer from insomnia or nightmares as it is ruled by the moon. Another widely reported benefit of this crystal is its heartwarming effect.

How to use the Opaline stone

Now that you already know the benefits of opaline in the physical, emotional and spiritual bodies, you must be wondering how to use it, right? Therefore, this is the most practical step of the article, in which we will present precious tips for you to benefit from this crystal.

We present not only for whom it is indicated, but also crystals used together and their use in accessories, meditation and decoration of environments. Check it out.

For whom is the Opaline stone indicated?

Opaline is suitable for all those who need to improve their external beauty, have mental clarity and, above all, wish to deal better with emotions. In addition, you can benefit from opalines when you want to get in touch with spiritual followers or simply develop your spirituality.

Likewise, opaline should be used by people who are looking for self-knowledge or an energetic support to develop self-esteem, a sense of self-worth and thus understand their role in life. If you are shy, opaline is also highly recommended for you to learn how to deal with shyness.

Top stones and crystals to use together

Certain crystals can work very well when they are in combination. In the case of opaline, especially considering that it is artificially produced by man, it is an excellent idea to combine them with other stones and crystals to enhance their effects, as it does not have much energy on its own.

Some examples of stones and crystals that will help charge the energy of your opal and increase your energy are: moonstone (but should be avoided if you have mood swings), selenite, clear quartz, celestite, rose quartz, citrine, amethyst, ametrine (natural combination of citrine and amethyst), smoky quartz and jasper.

How to use Opaline stone for meditation

Opaline can be used for meditation from direct or indirect contact. According to the first technique, it is essential that it is in contact with your body, preferably left directly on your skin.

In meditations to connect with your spiritual mentors, leave one or more opalines in the region of your third eye and coronal chakra while you rest lying down.

The second technique is through indirect contact. To use it, leave it around your body, in a delimited area and preferably not too far from it. If you prefer, you can leave several opaline crystals forming geometric figures such as the circle, square or triangle.

Leaving an opaline at each meeting point of the walls of the room you are in is also another option.

How to use the Opalina stone as decoration of environments

Since opaline is an increasingly popular and easily accessible crystal, it is commonly found in various shapes that can adorn your home. Animal images, decorative objects like clocks and geometric shapes like pyramids, obelisks or opaline spheres are increasingly popular.

To best benefit from the energy of this crystal, leave it in environments that you feel need more beauty or that are, in a way, connected to its meaning and properties.

For example, you can leave an opaline in front of the mirror to boost your self-esteem, leave it in your bedroom to improve your sleep and so on.

How to use the Opaline stone as a personal accessory

Opaline is an extremely beautiful crystal and therefore the best way to benefit from its energies is to show it to the world. You can choose more simple and charming pendants like those hanging from macramé nets or even invest in cabochons or other more complex shapes like opaline pentagrams.

Bracelets are also highly indicated as they will reveal the beauty of opaline on your body.

Just remember one important thing when using them: if you want to receive energies, your bracelet should be on the wrist of the hand opposite to that with which you write (ie, if you are left-handed, you must use the bracelet on the right arm). If you want to send energies, the bracelet is on the wrist of the hand with which you write.

How to care for Opaline stone

Once you understand the properties and benefits of opaline and decide what and how to use it, it is important that you remember that, like any crystal, opaline needs to go through a cleaning and energizing process. Therefore, we teach you how to clean and energize it below. In addition, we indicate the average price and how to buy your opaline. Check it out.

Opal Stone Cleansing and Energizing

Then, speak the following words: "with the power of the element of water, I cleanse you of any and all energy. So be it".

After cleaning it, you must energize your stone by leaving it in a vase with plants or on your windowsill so that it receives the energy of the sun and moon for a minimum of three hours. Now, your opaline can be used to attract what you want.

Price and where to buy Opalina stone

The price of opaline varies according to size, color and shape. However, the good news is that they are usually very cheap, ranging from R$:5 to R$20 (in the case of more elaborate and larger crystals, the price may be higher). Opalines are increasingly popular and, therefore, are easy to find.

To buy yours, go to an esoteric shop in your city, or, if you prefer, visit an online store. You can also find opals at craft fairs, stores specializing in crystals, stones and minerals or in itinerant craftsmen who sell them in necklaces with the macramé technique, for example.

Choose the opaline that most catches your eye and, if possible, try to touch it to feel its energy. If it is not possible to touch it or if you buy it online, use your intuition.

How to know if Opalina is real?

The answer to this question may be disappointing, but unfortunately there are no real opalines. On the internet you will find information about real opalines extracted from volcanic regions in Brazil and Africa, but these crystals are not opalines but opals.

Therefore, if you want a crystal that resembles opal and is natural, choose an opal. However, its price is much higher.

Opaline is known as the "stone of strength"!

Opaline is known as the stone of inner strength, since it is aligned with the feelings and energy capable of causing changes in people's lives. Therefore, it is used when you want to awaken this strength and use it as a driving force to forge new paths, another property of this beautiful crystal.

By using it, you will notice that a journey towards self-knowledge will begin. In this process, you will be invited to better understand what is going on in your head and especially what is happening in your heart, which will allow you to be aware of your purpose in this existence.

Since opaline also provides excellent beginnings, this crystal is suitable for all those who wish to trigger a process of change benefits to thus align with the universe and be able to fulfill their mission. So, wear it and show it to the world, because then you will be ready to live your life with more beauty, purpose and balance.