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Opalite
Opalite is a man-made glass, not a natural stone, usually milky with blue and orange glow. Opalite is chosen for its glow; in contemporary practice it is associated with transitions.
Key facts
| Colour | milky with blue and orange glow |
|---|---|
| What it is | a man-made glass, not a natural stone |
| Hardness (Mohs) | 5.5 |
| Typical sources | man-made |
| Chakra (tradition) | crown and third eye |
| Star signs (tradition) | Cancer and Libra |
Traditions and folklore
Opalite is chosen for its glow; in contemporary practice it is associated with transitions.
Opalite glows blue against a dark background and amber when backlit.
Often paired with rose quartz or moonstone.
Care
Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; avoid soaps, salt and long soaks.
Man-made glass, not a natural stone.
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Opalite: questions answered
What is Opalite?
Opalite is a man-made glass, not a natural stone. It is usually milky with blue and orange glow. Opalite is man-made glass, which we state plainly.
What is Opalite traditionally associated with?
Opalite is chosen for its glow; in contemporary practice it is associated with transitions. These are traditional and spiritual associations, not health claims.
How do I care for Opalite?
Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; avoid soaps, salt and long soaks.
Which star signs is Opalite linked with?
In modern crystal tradition opalite is linked with Cancer and Libra.
Where does Opalite come from?
It is typically sourced from man-made.