Natural 9.35cts honduran matrix opal black 16x16mm octagan loose gemstone s13850

Matrix opal

Matrix opal is as its name a network of streaks or in between smudge grains of the ferruginous sandstone. Matrix encompasses precious milk-glass silica as a filling of pore spaces in the stone. In the natural state, it generally demonstrates fine colors. Like lightning in a rainbow, Matrix opal is the spectral delight. Soothing to the eye, it instigates love, purity, happiness, innocence and hope. This phenomenal fiery stone is believed to bring luck. According to the Roman historian, Matrix opal is described as a precious stone which holds back the sea-green beauty of the Emerald, a fiery flame of the Garnet and the dazzling purple of the Amethyst. ... Click to Continue »