{"product_id":"australian-dark-opal-polished-carved-33379","title":"Australian Dark Opal Polished Carved Crystal for Anxiety Relief Home Decor Worry Pocket Stress Anxiety Palm Stone Distraction Gift Birthday","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese are full sized and rather large Black Opal Palm stones with truly unique design. Palm stones are the perfect companion for distraction and anxiety or stress relief. They often take weeks or months to tumble and polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Opal, a striking and highly valued variety of opal, is renowned for its dark body tone that enhances its vibrant play-of-color. It has also been called \"Dark Opal\" or \"Black Fire Opal.\" Originating primarily from Australia, especially from fields in Lightning Ridge, New South Wales, Black Opal is primarily mined there, though smaller deposits exist in Mexico and Ethiopia. Its chemical composition is primarily silica (SiO₂·nH₂O), with water content that varies, contributing to its unique iridescence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a look at our complete Palm Stone Collection Click here\u003cbr\u003e\nhttps:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/HealingCave?ref=dashboard-header\u0026amp;section_id=51676639\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a look at all of our categories of stones click here\u003cbr\u003e\nhttps:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/HealingCave?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout history, Black Opal has held significant cultural and spiritual value. In ancient times, it was believed to carry mystical powers, offering protection and enhancing vision. In religious contexts, it was seen as a sacred stone, symbolizing hope and purity. In metaphysical circles, Black Opal is thought to amplify emotional states, promote healing, and strengthen intuition. Its dark background is believed to provide grounding energy, making it popular in meditation and energy work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommercially, Black Opal is mined mainly in Australia for lapidary and jewelry crafts. The Lightning Ridge fields produce the most exceptional specimens, which are cut and polished into stunning gemstones used in rings, pendants, and other jewelry pieces. Its rarity and captivating beauty make Black Opal a treasured gemstone worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones will come in a drawstring pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Healing Cave","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":51852022874244,"sku":"405.9","price":12.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":51852022907012,"sku":"405.9","price":16.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/2990\/6052\/files\/il_fullxfull.7746576650_f17i.jpg?v=1778761862","url":"https:\/\/healingcave.org\/products\/australian-dark-opal-polished-carved-33379","provider":"Healing Cave","version":"1.0","type":"link"}