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Pink opal 3A is associated with love, romance and harmony. It is often regarded as a stone of love, said to help open the heart, strengthen emotional bonds and bring harmony to them. Its colour is predominantly soft pink, though more intense, richer tones are not uncommon either. It can sometimes contain white or other coloured hues. It is traditionally linked with the Greek goddess of love and beauty Aphrodite, or the Roman goddess of love and beauty Venus. Both symbolise sensuality, passion and love. It is said to have beneficial effects on healing emotional wounds. According to astrology, it also supports self-love.
People also seek it out for its reportedly calming effects. It is said to reduce stress, tension and anxiety. It reportedly helps clear the mind of negative thoughts. In alternative medicine, it is widely used for balancing energy. It is said to have supportive effects on creativity and the ability to express oneself. It reportedly makes it easier to listen to your inner voice. It is also often associated with gentleness, sensitivity and kindness.
There are two types of pink opal, including pink opal 3A. They differ not only in colour but also in their characteristic properties and different reported effects. These include:
Pink opal is associated with love and emotional healing. It is said to help open the heart and attract love into your life. It reportedly strengthens romantic relationships, supports self-love and harmony within family relationships. According to astrology, it also promotes peace and harmony. It is said to balance emotions, reduce stress and tension, and support inner calm and balance. Its energy is said to bring a soothing and relaxing feeling. People also seek it out because it reportedly supports sensitivity and intuition. It is said to strengthen the ability to perceive and understand other people. It is also often associated with the ability to transform and renew. It reportedly helps overcome pain and traumatic events. It is said to open the way for growth and personal transformation.
Pink opal is suitable for these zodiac signs:
Cancer (22 June to 22 July), Virgo (23 August to 22 September), Scorpio (24 October to 22 November) and Pisces (21 February to 20 March)
Chakras associated with pink opal:
2nd chakra – sacral chakra Svadhisthana: said to influence sexuality and fertility
4th chakra – heart chakra Anahata: said to influence the heart and emotions
7th chakra – crown chakra Sahasrara: said to influence the ability to calm the mind
Cancer (22 June to 22 July), Libra (23 September to 23 October) and Pisces (21 February to 20 March)
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The most significant locality for pink opal, especially pink opal 3A, is Australia. Right behind it come Mexico, Peru and the USA.
In nature, pink opal is found in the form of druses, round or oval shapes called nodules, which are ideal for making jewellery, as well as in the form of pore fillings or as part of rock. In any case, natural pink opal is said to have very strong effects. On the Mohs scale, its hardness is 5.5 to 6.5.
The history of pink opal goes back thousands of years, to the days of ancient Greece and Rome, when it was highly prized, as it was associated with love and hope. Jewellery was made from it. In the 19th century it was discovered in South Australia. This locality attracted many people who began searching for the stone in an attempt to get rich quickly.
Pink opal 3A is often called the "royal opal"? This nickname is associated with its beauty and rarity. It is reminiscent of the splendour of flower petals. It is regarded not only as a symbol of hope, but also of new beginnings.
Pink opal 3A is very popular for its gentle colour and dazzling lustre. It is therefore often used to make necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings, which are meant to evoke tenderness and femininity. It looks very beautiful combined with diamonds and pearls, which enhance the overall delicate impression. Jewellery made from pink opal 3A is very charming. It is also used to make pendants, watches, cufflinks, figurines, vases, paintings, pipes, home decorations and works of art.
4th chakra – heart chakra Anahata: said to influence the heart, associated with compassion and love
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