Unearth fiery brilliance with our Ruby Red Astral Opal™ Rough Slab. Inspired by the deep glow of precious rubies, this premium lab-created rough features a rich red base illuminated by glowing red and orange fire. A bold and luxurious choice for your collection of lapidary and jewelry making supplies, this synthetic opal rough brings gem-like intensity to cutting, carving, or inlay projects. Product Specifications Material Ruby Red Astral Opal™ (Synthetic Polymer Impregnated) Color Play Primary: Red | Fire: Deep Red & Orange 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™? Gem-Like Fire & Color: Rich red body tone with glowing red and orange fire, reminiscent of natural ruby’s intensity. 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 fiery pattern. Creative Applications Lapidary Cutting: Shape into cabochons, freeforms, or custom cuts for bold rings, pendants, and earrings. Inlay Work: Add striking red and orange fire to wood, resin, or metal projects. Wire Wrapping: Create dramatic, fiery jewelry with a luxurious gemstone-inspired glow. Craft & Design: Perfect for decorative accents in knives, pens, instruments, or gem-inspired 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.
