Fire Opal

GPTKB entity

Statements (46)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Opal
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:Love
gptkb:Desire
Fire element
gptkbp:color gptkb:Red
gptkb:Yellow
gptkb:orange
gptkbp:composed_of Si O2 (Silica)
gptkbp:cultural_significance Used in healing practices
Associated with the sun
Believed to bring good luck
Symbol of hope in some cultures
Used in ancient Aztec jewelry
gptkbp:difficulty 5.5 to 6.5 on Mohs scale
gptkbp:formed Volcanic rock
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Fire Opal
gptkbp:is_visible_from gptkb:Translucent
gptkb:Transparent
gptkbp:jewels gptkb:October
gptkbp:mining_locations Underground mining
Open-pit mining
gptkbp:notable_locations gptkb:Oregon,_USA
gptkb:Nevada,_USA
Mexican state of Jalisco
Mexican state of Querétaro
gptkbp:optical_phenomena gptkb:Asterism
Color zoning
Play of color
Chatoyancy
gptkbp:origin gptkb:Mexico
gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:symbolism gptkb:Passion
gptkb:Creativity
gptkbp:treatment Can be treated with oils
gptkbp:type_of_care Avoid harsh chemicals
Clean with mild soap
Store separately to avoid scratches
gptkbp:uses gptkb:jewelry
Decorative items
gptkbp:values Varies based on color and clarity
gptkbp:varieties gptkb:Mexican_Fire_Opal
gptkb:White_Opal
gptkb:Black_Opal
gptkb:Boulder_Opal
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Opal
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4