Capture the enchanting glow of the northern lights with our Aurora Astral Opal™ Beads. Crafted from our premium lab-created synthetic opal, these radiant beads feature a vibrant pink base illuminated by shimmering flashes of rainbow fire. A luminous and expressive choice for your collection of jewelry making supplies, they bring a dreamy, otherworldly beauty to designs ranging from charm bracelets to statement pendants. Product Specifications Material Astral Opal™ (Lab-Grown Synthetic Opal, 80% Silica, 20% Polymer) Color Play Primary: Vibrant Pink | Fire: Rainbow Bead Sizes 3mm, 4mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm Hole Size 1mm Center Fully Drilled Quantity Sold by the Individual Bead Hardness 4 on the Mohs scale Heat Resistance Up to 250°F / 120°C Why Choose Our Opal Beads? Enchanting Fire & Color: Carefully grown to display a vibrant pink base with magical, multicolor flashes. Unmatched Stability: Astral Opal™ is stabilized to resist cracking, crazing, and yellowing, offering superior durability over natural opal. Perfectly Drilled: Precision-drilled through the center for effortless stringing, wire wrapping, and secure settings. Consistent Quality: A year-long layered growth process ensures each bead is unique while maintaining consistent brilliance. Creative Applications Jewelry Making: Create fantasy-inspired bracelets, necklaces, and earrings that glow with color and light. Wire Wrapping: Ideal for intricate wire-wrapped pendants and detailed decorative settings. Decorative Crafts: Add radiant color to suncatchers, dream catchers, and artistic décor. Fashion Embellishments: Introduce a vibrant pop of color to keychains, clothing accents, and accessories. Please Note: Astral Opal™ can withstand heat up to approximately 250°F. For best results and to preserve the integrity of your beads, avoid prolonged exposure to high heat. Due to the layered growth process, each bead is unique and color patterns may vary.