Opal has a rich history spanning thousands of years, 10,000 years specifically according to archeologists.

The first known opal relics were discovered in a cave in Kenya. 

The ancient Greeks thought opals gave their owners/wearers the gift of prophecy and guarded them against disease. Europeans, on the other hand, believed opals were a symbol of hope, purity, and truth.

Opal is the birthstone of October borns. The name opal is derived from the Sanskrit word उपल or upala, which means "jewel."

Benefits of wearing opal gemstone

Opal is the astrological gemstone of Venus or the Shukra planet. Venus symbolizes the many desires of human beings. It is worn for it's many benefits, including: 

• Opal is ruled by Venus, and Venus controls relationships and luxury in astrology. So, the gem brings concord & satisfaction in relationships along with helping in achieving a more fulfilling life full of charm, art, grace, culture and luxury.

• It helps to treat medical disorders like stomach and eye

• It enhances creativity, passion, and strength. So, people involved in artistic fields like music, painting, dancing, and theatre, etc., receive multiple benefits of Opal stone.

• The precious gem provides stability in a troubled marriage.

• It improves the functioning of the kidneys.

• It brings good fortune. 

• The stone improves the social relations of a person.

• It protects the wearer from going to dangerous places.

• The gem benefits the endocrine system & maintains hormonal balance. 

• The beautiful stone removes confusion & fickle-mindedness while helping the wearer open up & see things differently. 

• Medically another one of its benefits is healing the spine, curing blood-related issues, and helping with Parkinson's. 

Who should wear opal?

Can everyone wear opal? Being a semi-precious gemstone with a plethora of benefits, it is only normal for everyone to have an inclination towards wearing opal.

According to gemologists, natural opal stones should be worn by people born with Taurus & Libra signs. These astrological gemstones are also highly recommended to people with Mahadasha or Antardasha of Venus (Shukra) in the horoscope. Additionally, the gem is very beneficial for people suffering from infertility, sexual disorders, Libido, and impotency.

How to extract maximum benefits from opal?

• Choose a natural opal stone over others.

• Consult an astrologer before you decide to wear the stone.

• Consult a gemologist before you make the purchase. 

• If you're looking online, make sure you look for certified gemstones online.

• Make the purchase from a reliable brand like Brahma Gems. 

Astrological Procedure of wearing Opal

Keep in mind the important things about wearing the Opal gemstone:

• It should be worn on a Friday morning of Shukla Paksha.
• It should be worn on the middle or ring finger of the right hand.
• It should be worn with gold.
• Before wearing, it should be immersed in a bowl having 1 spoon of Curd, Honey, Gangajal, Tulsi leaves, and Ghee for 10 minutes. This activates, energizes, and cleanses the stone. 
• Before wearing, take the ring out of the activating & cleansing mixture and wash it with pure Gangajal. 
• Wear it right after your daily prayers but recite the mantra ‘Om Shum Shukraya Namah’ 108 times before. 

There's another beautiful gemstone related to opal, the fire opal gemstone. It is a color variant of the opal. It is a single refractive stone related to the element of fire and is found in bright colors like yellow, red, orange, and orange-yellow, etc.

Closing in

Opal is revered worldwide for its many benefits. It is also worn as a substitute for diamond. A multitude of celebrities, educationalists, economists, authors, and more rely on the beautiful astrological gemstones for a better life. The natural gemstone has proven its capabilities. 

So, if you want to purchase it, whether you buy gemstones online or offline, make sure you choose a trusted brand like Brahma Gems.