Blue Moon Crushed Opal

Embrace the dark side of the moon with our Blue Moon Crushed Astral Opal™. This spectacular lab-created opal captures the vast mystery of the night sky, as if a moon and a comet have collided in a kaleidoscope explosion. It features a dark gray and blue base that casts a gentle glow over a brilliant rainbow fire, with flashes of red, yellow, and green. A tranquil yet mesmerizing choice for your collection of ring making supplies and jewelry making supplies, this synthetic opal will bring a touch of cosmic wonder to your designs. Product Specifications Material Astral Opal™ (Lab-Grown Synthetic Opal, 80% Silica, 20% Polymer) Color Play Primary: Dark Gray | Fire: Rainbow Grain Sizes Fine (0.3mm - 0.5mm), Medium (1mm - 2mm), Large (2mm - 3mm) Hardness 4 on the Mohs scale Heat Resistance Up to 250°F / 120°C Why Choose Our Crushed Astral Opal™? Cosmic Fire & Color: Meticulously grown to display a beautiful mix of smoky grays and blues with brilliant, celestial flashes of rainbow fire. Unmatched Stability: Guaranteed not to crack, craze, or yellow over time, offering superior durability over natural opal. Easy to Work With: Softer composition is perfect for inlay, turning, and cabbing without splintering. Coverage: One gram is enough for 3-5 standard ring inlays or to fill a 1.5" x 1.5" (4cm x 4cm) area at a depth of approx. 1mm. Creative Applications Jewelry & Ring Inlay: Ideal for creating celestial, spiritual, or night sky-themed custom jewelry. Custom Woodworking: Fills knots and voids with the look of a glowing moonbeam in the dark sky. Resin Art & Casting: The perfect choice for creating galaxy-themed art pieces, serene dice, and cosmic pendants. Pen Turning: Craft custom pen blanks that evoke the mystery and beauty of a moonlit night. Pro-Tip: The opal's true vibrancy is revealed when "wet" or mixed with a binder (like resin or CA glue). For the most dramatic fire, use a dark base, such as black paint or dyed epoxy, to enhance the contrast against the rainbow flashes.