Blue Moon Astral Opal™ Rough

Embrace the dark side of the moon with our Blue Moon Astral Opal™ Rough Slab. Inspired by the rich depth of the moon, this premium lab-created rough features a dark gray base illuminated by brilliant rainbow fire. A mystical yet versatile choice for your collection of lapidary and jewelry making supplies, this synthetic opal rough delivers enchanting, multicolored flashes perfect for cutting, carving, or inlay projects. Product Specifications Material Blue Moon Astral Opal™ (Synthetic Polymer Impregnated) Color Play Primary: Dark Gray | Fire: Rainbow Form Rough Slab / Stone Dimensions & Weight See individual images for approximate dimensions and weight Hardness 4 on the Mohs scale Heat Resistance Up to 250°F / 120°C Composition 80% Silica / 20% Polymer Why Choose Astral Opal™? Celestial Fire & Color: Meticulously grown to display shimmering rainbow flashes against a soft gray body tone, reminiscent of moonlight through clouds. Unmatched Stability: Guaranteed not to crack, craze, or yellow over time, offering superior durability compared to natural opal. Consistent Quality: The year-long layering process ensures each piece has a unique yet consistently vibrant lunar-inspired pattern. Creative Applications Lapidary Cutting: Shape into cabochons, free-forms, or custom cuts for rings, pendants, and earrings. Inlay Work: Add moonlit rainbow accents to wood, resin, or metal projects. Wire Wrapping: The gray base with brilliant fire makes for mystical, celestial-inspired wire-wrapped jewelry. Craft & Design: Ideal for decorative accents in knives, pens, instruments, or cosmic-themed art projects. Please Note: Our lab-created opals can withstand heat up to approximately 250°F; avoid exposing them to high heat. Color and pattern may vary slightly from piece to piece. To display the opal's finished color, photos are taken after using a liquid medium. The piece you receive will be a rough cut and may not appear polished or glossy. We do our best to capture the true colors of each piece, but opal’s appearance can shift depending on lighting conditions.