Synthetic Opal is composed by 80% silica & 20% resin. It is available in 57 colors come from White , Red , Yellow , Green , Blue ,Purple Series. Can be cut into thickness & shape as the rough opal is ideal for cutting (e.g. cabochon, doublet, triplet, and can be carved with excellent effect, yield is high). It is widely used in different product markets such as silver and body jewelry, watches, cosmetic , household and other accessories.Our Factory's Synthetic Opals - --Advantages
1.Long-time Stable, No Cracking, Crazing or Yellowing
2.Without Inclusions, Cracks or Host Rock (Matrix)
3.Affordable Price
4.No Blind Spots without Play-of-Color
5.Intense Play-of-Color
6.No Special Care Required
7.Easy Processing for a Wide Range of Applications
8.Large Objects Producible from a Single Piece
9.Ideal for Carving, Slicing, Cutting and Machine Processing
10.Directional Pattern of Play-of-Color
Our Factory's Synthetic Opals--Properties
1.Hardness (Mohs): 4
2.Porosity: Non-Porous
3.Transparency: Translucent & Opaque
4.Index of Refraction (RI): 1.46 - 1.47 (Translucent), 1.47-1.49 (Opaque)
5.Specific Gravity: 1.88 - 1.92 g/cm3
6.Temperature Resistance: up to 140°C
7.Composition: 82% SiO2 + 18% Resin