These have been oiled to show color. 2"-3" Pink Opal is a variety of Common Opals that are more opaque and do not carry that “opal fire”. It is a lovely stone to keep with you as it helps to bring the joy back into your life. Use Pink Opal when you need to get rid of old patterns that are no longer working for you, as well as giving you insight into ways that will help to enhance your emotional, spiritual and intellectual self. You can use this “stone of renewal” to aide in your journey of self-acceptance and love. Pink Opal can keep you calm and centered. Physically, Pink Opal soothes irritated skin; helps with issues relating to the lungs, heart, liver and spleen; is beneficial for those with hypoglycemia and diabetes. Note: Because Opals contain water, do not leave them in sunlight or they will become brittle and break. PROPERTIES FOR STONECRYSTAL NAME: Pink OpalALTERNATE STONE NAME: Andean OpalPRONUNCIATION: pingk - oh-puhlPRIMARY PROPERTIESASTROLOGICAL SIGN: Cancer (June 21 to July 22), Libra (September 23 to October 22), Pisces (February 19 to March 20), Scorpio (October 23 to November 21)PRIMARY CHAKRA: Heart ChakraCOLOR: PinkLOCATION: Africa, Australia, Brazil, PeruRARITY: Fairly CommonMINERAL CLASS: MineraloidsCRYSTAL SYSTEM: Amorphous Crystal SystemHARDNESS: 5.5 to 6 HardnessNUMERICAL VIBRATION: Number 6CHEMICAL COMPOSITION: SiO2 nH2O, Hydrated Silicon DioxideCOMMON CONDITIONSPHYSICAL: Circulatory Problems, Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure, Skin Infections and Irritations, TensionEMOTIONAL: Analytical Abilities, Centering, Compassion, Grounding, Love, Reducing Stress or Tension, Self Confidence and Self Worth, TranquilitySPIRITUAL: Divine Love/Connection/Guidance, Releasing Toxic Patterns, Spiritual Awakening