SIGNIFICANCE OF OPALS

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 An Opal

Traditionally, Opals symbolize hope, purity and truth. Opals are used to celebrate a 14th wedding anniversary. 
In ancient times opals were stones of fidelity and assurance, and was often worn as an amulet to bring about loyalty.
Ancient Greeks believed opals protected  their owners against sickness, and gave them the gift of prophesy.
A black fire opal

Opals rekindle optimism creativity and enthusiasm and allows for the release of inhibitions inspiring love and passion. Opals enhance cosmic consciousness.
They are believed to promote Intuition, vision and insight. Also believed to to help one connect to ones inner creativity.
Opals symbolism and lore for centuries included associations with good luck and royalty.
  An Opal ring

They are stones of positive transformation, believed to help one find strength to look inwards a d confront any negative emotions that can be lingering when worn.
Opals have been associated with with love and passion as well as desire and erotism. It represents amplication, higher hope and divine purity. Said to boost feelings of balance and peace.

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