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10 things you need to know about "Synthetic Opal"
Bello Opal® rondelle (Polymer Impregnated Synthetic Opal) is highly interesting for customized jewelry design. And while rotating; there will be various of magical brilliance with attractive color changes. It is what we call “play of color”.
Other than the popular size of 14mm, you may order smaller sizes such as 6mm and 8mm for your jewelry design.
Different sizes of rondelles are available. | Bello Opal rondelle with stripe pattern (B Cut) |
Bello Opal rondelle in cylinder shape | Bello Opal rondelle in cushion shape |
Bello Opal rondelle with 925 silver logo core | Bello Opal rondelle with 925 silver core |
Properties comparison to natural opal
Category | Polymer Impregnated Synthetic Opal | Natural Opal |
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Elements |
80% Silica & 20% Resin | Silica & Water |
MOHS Hardness |
4 | 3-5.5 |
Specific Gravity |
1.80-1.90 | 1.98-2.20 |
Heat Resistance |
130 degree C. | 100 degree C. |
Color Range |
OP01 to OP78 |
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Degree of transparency |
Relatively low |
Jewelry Plating |
Bello Opal® could work well with jewelry plating |
Chemical Resistance |
Thinner, Methanol, Acetone |
Glass Compatibility |
Bello Opal® is not glass compatible. Please refer to "Galaxy Opal" |
Guarantee on quality |
No Cracking, Crazing or Yellowing |