Opal is associated with creativity, inspiration, emotional amplification and protection in witchcraft.
What Opal symbolizes
Opal symbolizes hope, purity, and transformation. It is also seen as a stone of amplification, reflecting the wearer’s inner emotions and enhancing their intentions.
How witches use Opal
- Enhancing creativity and artistic abilities
- Amplifying emotions in love spells
3 more opal uses, best practices and step-by-step rituals are in the Wicca app.
Appearance & origins
Opal is a mesmerizing crystal that exhibits a play-of-color, with iridescent flashes of red, green, blue, and other colors depending on the type. Precious Opal is known for its vibrant color play, while Common Opal lacks this feature but often comes in soothing pastel shades. Fire Opal is typically orange to red, and Boulder Opal contains veins of opal within a host rock. Its texture is smooth, with a glassy to waxy luster.
Opal is primarily mined in Australia, which produces the majority of the world’s supply. Other sources include Ethiopia, Mexico, Brazil, and the United States.
Associated deities
- Aphrodite (Greek Goddess of Love)
- Persephone (Greek Goddess of the Underworld and Rebirth)
- Ix Chel (Mayan Goddess of Fertility and Creativity)
Folklore & history
In ancient Roman mythology, Opal was considered the ‘Queen of Gems’ and was believed to contain the beauty of all other gemstones. In Arabic legends, Opals were said to have fallen from the heavens in a flash of lightning.
Opals were prized by ancient Greeks, who believed they granted the gift of prophecy and protected against misfortune. In the Middle Ages, Opals were thought to bring good luck and were worn as talismans for protection.
Safety
Warnings: Opal is generally safe to handle but should not be used in crystal elixirs made with direct water infusion, as it may degrade or crack in water.
Care: Store Opal away from prolonged exposure to sunlight or heat, as it may cause dehydration and cracking. Keep it in a padded box or soft cloth to prevent scratches.
