Ethiopian Opal Pear Shape Single Stone Earrings - Surgical Stainless Steel - Aurora Borealis

Aurora / Aurora Borealis *Please note: You will receive either one gold or one silver earring. Kindly inform us of your preference ("gold" or "silver") via message. If no selection is made, the gold earring will be sent. This jewelry is inspired by the tears of Iris, the Greek goddess of the rainbow, said to appear after a storm. A stone that holds flickering flames, dreams, miracles, and a drowsy charm. This piece is crafted as a simple, single-stone earring using Ethiopian precious opals. We meticulously select high-quality opals for our creations, chosen for their exquisite play-of-color, reminiscent of a sunset sky, the dancing aurora borealis, rainbows, and diamond dust. These luxurious, large single-stone opal earrings are perfect to wear as a protective charm every day. Their milky white to transparent base color makes them easy to coordinate with any outfit. Surgical Stainless Steel Hoop Earrings Stone approx. 6mm ■ About Opals Keywords: Hope, Serenity, Patience, Happiness, Good Fortune, October Birthstone [Bonus Column: The Beauty of Opals and the Dreams of Humanity] Opal is a treasure trove of legends. It is a cryptocrystalline gemstone formed from silicon and water, yet it holds a fame second only to diamond, ruby, sapphire, and emerald. This is due to its unique characteristic: composed of aggregations of particles less than 0.1 microns in size, the variations in particle size create a prism of light that produces a spectrum of colors. Optically, it is a gemstone that encapsulates all colors within a single stone. Opal has been cherished since ancient times, including during the Roman Empire, by European nobility and royalty. Its name originates from the ancient Sanskrit word 'upala,' meaning 'gem.' It has been called the "gem of the rainbow," and Shakespeare referred to it as the "queen of gems." There is a tale of Mark Antony attempting to purchase an opal ring owned by Senator Nonius to gift to Cleopatra, but upon refusal, Nonius was exiled. The ancient Roman naturalist Pliny the Elder, in his "Natural History," eloquently praised it, stating, "This stone possesses the soft fire of garnet, the brilliant purple of amethyst, and the sea-green of emerald, all harmoniously united to emit a dazzling radiance. Its brilliance rivals the colors of a painter's palette, or the flames of burning sulfur or oil." Furthermore, an opal adorning the crown of the Holy Roman Emperor was given the unique name "Opalus" by Albertus Magnus and was believed to protect the honor of royalty. Queen Victoria of England always wore opals, favoring them as talismans of happiness and as gifts for loved ones, thus solidifying its reputation as a stone that brings happiness and good fortune. [About Surgical Stainless Steel] This is a special type of stainless steel primarily used in medical instruments. Designated as "316L" under JIS standards, it is known for its high resistance to causing metal allergies compared to other stainless steels. It is also popular for its durability, being rust-resistant, corrosion- and heat-resistant, resistant to discoloration, and highly strong (scratch-resistant, break-resistant).