Opal · North America
Oregon Opal
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Specimen
- Found in
- Oregon (USA - Virgin Valley and other locations)
- Key ingredient
- Hydrous Silica
- Species
- Opal
- Chakra
- Crown
About this stone
A precious Opal found in volcanic deposits of Oregon. Oregon Opal balances emotions, enhances intuition, and connects to Earth's ancient wisdom. Its energy is gentle, stabilizing, and deeply healing for those processing grief or change.
Geology · Formation
How it forms: Formed in rhyolitic volcanic ash.
Oregon Opal is a unique volcanic variety found in the high desert rhyolite beds. It forms in the cavities of volcanic ash and rhyolite where silica-saturated water deposited in volcanic geyser basins or ash deposits crystallizes. The Result: A transparent-to-translucent opal ranging from clear to orange-red 'Fire' hues.