Opal jewelry featuring Peruvian opal brings the cool blues and soft pinks of the Andes to your collection. These opaque to translucent stones form in the copper-rich regions of Peru, giving them distinctive pastel tones not found in Australian varieties. With a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6.5, Peruvian opal wears well in protected settings. Our sterling silver designs let the stone's natural color variations speak for themselves. Browse rings, pendants, earrings, and bracelets featuring genuine Peruvian opal, all set in .925 silver with free shipping across the United States.
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Peruvian opal lacks the rainbow play-of-color seen in Australian precious opal. Instead, it displays solid pastel blue or pink coloring with an opaque to translucent appearance. The color comes from trace minerals in Peru's copper-rich deposits.
With a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6.5, Peruvian opal is softer than quartz but holds up in earrings, pendants, and rings with protective bezel settings. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners and harsh chemicals.
Wipe with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid soaking in water for extended periods, as opal can absorb moisture and change appearance over time. Store pieces separately to prevent scratching from harder gems.