Embrace the vibrant shades of the desert with our Turquoise Astral Opal™ Cabochons. These captivating lab-created Astral Opal™ cabochons closely mirror the prized turquoise gemstone. Each stone features a striking turquoise base that shimmers with brilliant flashes of blue, green, and yellow fire. Their classic round shape and smooth, flat back make them perfect for setting and inlay. A classic and beautiful choice for your collection of jewelry making supplies, these synthetic Astral Opal™ cabochons will bring a touch of natural, earthy beauty and vibrant color to your designs. Product Specifications Material Lab-Grown Astral Opal™ (80% Silica, 20% Polymer) Color Play Primary: Turquoise | Fire: Blue, Green & Yellow Shape Round Cabochon Back Flat Back Sizes 2mm, 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 7mm, 8mm Quantity Sold by the Individual Cabochon Hardness 4 on the Mohs scale Heat Resistance Up to 250°F / 120°C Sizing & Thickness 2mm Cabochon: 1.0mm Thick 3mm Cabochon: 1.5mm Thick 4mm Cabochon: 1.8mm Thick 5mm Cabochon: 2.0mm Thick 6mm Cabochon: 2.2mm Thick 7mm Cabochon: 2.4mm Thick 8mm Cabochon: 2.6mm Thick Why Choose Our Astral Opal™ Cabochons? Earthy Fire & Color: Meticulously grown to display a classic turquoise base with vibrant, colorful flashes. Perfectly Calibrated: Each round cabochon is cut to precise millimeter dimensions with a flat back, ensuring a perfect fit for bezels, settings, and inlay channels. Unmatched Stability: Guaranteed not to crack, craze, or yellow over time, offering superior durability over natural Astral Opal™. Easy to Set & Polish: The smooth, domed top polishes to a high shine, and the flat back provides maximum surface area for adhesives, making them ideal for jewelry of all kinds. Creative Applications Jewelry Setting: Ideal for creating bohemian, Southwestern, or nature-themed jewelry. Set them in bezels for iconic rings, earthy pendants, and classic stud earrings. Nail Art & Adornment: Add a pop of vibrant turquoise to create stunning, high-end nail art designs. Surface Inlay: Use to create an earthy, vibrant accent in woodworking, custom boxes, or musical instruments, often paired with silver or dark woods. Wire Wrapping: The classic round shape is perfect for creating intricate wire-wrapped designs that evoke a natural, bohemian style. Please Note: Our lab-created Astral Opal™s can withstand heat up to approximately 250°F. For best results and to maintain the integrity of your cabochons, please avoid exposing them to high heat. Due to their unique composition, every cabochon is unique and color may vary.
