Opal and Opalite Gemstone Beads

Opal Gemstone Beads from Rings & Things: Opal beads have the same basic chemical composition as quartz, but usually contain 6 - 10% water. Because of this, opal jewelry components should be protected from heat and strong light. Loss of water can cause opals to crack and/or lose iridescence. Opal beads can be oiled to prevent dehydration. Make sure to keep your opal beads away from detergents, ultrasonic cleaners, metal polish, acids and strong solvents.
Precious opal contains flashes of light; common opal does not, but both are hydrated amorphous Silicon Dioxide.
African green opal beads (aka Australian green opal and petrified green opal) come in several pretty shades of brown and green. They sometimes display black or brown dendrites (fern-like inclusions).
Making October birthstone jewelry or gifts for men? Wood opal's neutral, earthy colors make it an excellent option for guys.
Manmade Opalite... see below.

Fire Opal Gemstone Faceted Rondelle Beads, 4.5-6.5mm, Graduated - Special Purchase

Item #: 21-007-287-87 Approx. Size: 4.5-6.5mm, Graduated Qty Available: 1 Sold By: strands

$151.00

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Ethiopian Opal Gemstone Faceted Heishi Beads, 4-6.5mm, Graduated - Special Purchase

Item #: 21-007-057-86 Approx. Size: 4-6.5mm, Graduated Qty Available: 2 Sold By: strands

$394.00

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African Opal Gemstone Beads, 8mm Round with Large Hole

Item #: 21-001-735-02 Approx. Size: 8mm Qty Available: 0 Sold By: strands

Quantity	Price
1 – 9	$10.75
10 +	$7.10

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Matte African Opal Gemstone Beads, 8mm Round with Large Hole

Item #: 21-001-617-02 Approx. Size: 8mm Qty Available: 0 Sold By: strands

Quantity	Price
1 – 9	$10.75
10 +	$7.10

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African Green Opal Gemstone Beads, Approximately 6mm Round

Item #: 21-886-225 Approx. Size: 6mm Qty Available: 10 Sold By: strands

Quantity	Price
1 – 9	$10.50
10 +	$7.00

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Wood Opalite 6mm Faceted Round Gemstone Beads

Item #: 21-896-932 Approx. Size: 6mm Qty Available: 0 Sold By: strands

Quantity	Price
1 – 9	$12.00
10 +	$8.00

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Wood Opalite 6mm Round Gemstone Beads

Item #: 21-886-932 Approx. Size: 6mm Qty Available: 15 Sold By: strands

Quantity	Price
1 – 9	$9.00
10 +	$6.00

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Wood Opalite 8mm Round Gemstone Beads

Item #: 21-888-932 Approx. Size: 8mm Qty Available: 18 Sold By: strands

Quantity	Price
1 – 9	$11.25
10 +	$7.50

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Wood Opalite 8mm Puffed Coin Gemstone Beads

Item #: 21-000-932-56 Approx. Size: 8mm Qty Available: 10 Sold By: strands

Quantity	Price
1 – 9	$14.25
10 +	$9.50

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Matte Wood Opalite Gemstone Beads, 8x5mm Rondelle with Large Hole

Item #: 21-001-941-07 Approx. Size: 8x5mm Qty Available: 3 Sold By: strands

Quantity	Price
1 – 9	$9.00
10 +	$7.20

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African Opal Gemstone Beads, 8x10mm Nugget with Large Hole

Item #: 21-001-735-16 Approx. Size: 8x10mm Qty Available: 16 Sold By: strands

Quantity	Price
1 – 9	$7.65
10 +	$5.10

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Manmade Opalite Glass Beads, Faceted Nugget, Long Drilled, 10x20mm

Item #: 21-000-167-38 Approx. Size: 10x20mm Qty Available: 1 Sold By: strands

Quantity	Price
1 – 9	$23.50
10 +	$18.00

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Manmade Opalite Glass Beads, Faceted Nugget, Long Drilled, 20x30mm

Item #: 21-000-167-40 Approx. Size: 20x30mm Qty Available: 16 Sold By: strands

Quantity	Price
1 – 9	$30.00
10 +	$20.40

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Manmade Opalite Glass Beads, 18x25mm Faceted Puffed Rectangle - (Limited Availability)

Item #: 21-000-167-17 Approx. Size: 18x25x9mm Qty Available: 1 Sold By: strands

Quantity	Price
1 – 9	$11.50
10 +	$6.53

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Opalite Beads (Opalized "Quartz") from Rings & Things:
Opalite beads are also known as moonstone quartz, opalized quartz, and sea opal. With a little research we discovered that these "gemstone" beads (along with many gemstones circulating in the market) are actually glass masquerading as natural stones. These beads are distinguishable from natural semiprecious stones by occasional, accidental bubble inclusions and a lower resistance to scratches and breakage. Nevertheless, manmade opalite is beautiful, and it is cut, faceted, and polished just like any other gemstone. Opalite beads have a cloudy center and few visible inclusions. They project a blue sheen when worn against most colors, but take on a yellowish tinge when placed next to white.

Pink opalite beads display a cloudy pink color with shimmering qualities. (Although it was very pretty, we no longer stock Pink Opalite, because too often, the pink hue was simply a plastic-y coating on the outside of the bead, and the coating could peel off.)

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Jewelry Findings & Components

Birthstone Jewelry Components

Tourmaline Gemstone Beads

Opal and Opalite Gemstone Beads

Fire Opal Gemstone Faceted Rondelle Beads, 4.5-6.5mm, Graduated - Special Purchase

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Ethiopian Opal Gemstone Faceted Heishi Beads, 4-6.5mm, Graduated - Special Purchase

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African Opal Gemstone Beads, 8mm Round with Large Hole

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Matte African Opal Gemstone Beads, 8mm Round with Large Hole

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African Green Opal Gemstone Beads, Approximately 6mm Round

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Wood Opalite 6mm Faceted Round Gemstone Beads

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Wood Opalite 6mm Round Gemstone Beads

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Wood Opalite 8mm Round Gemstone Beads

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Wood Opalite 8mm Puffed Coin Gemstone Beads

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Matte Wood Opalite Gemstone Beads, 8x5mm Rondelle with Large Hole

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African Opal Gemstone Beads, 8x10mm Nugget with Large Hole

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Manmade Opalite Glass Beads, Faceted Nugget, Long Drilled, 10x20mm

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Manmade Opalite Glass Beads, Faceted Nugget, Long Drilled, 20x30mm

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Manmade Opalite Glass Beads, 18x25mm Faceted Puffed Rectangle - (Limited Availability)

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