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Fire Opal Pendants in Sterling Silver
Fire opal pendants bring the warm orange-to-red spectrum of Mexican opal into .925 sterling silver settings. Unlike common opal varieties, fire opal forms in ancient volcanic regions and carries a transparent to translucent body color ranging from yellow to deep cherry red. Our collection of 28,529 fire opal pendants starts at $16 and extends to $11,402 for larger collector pieces. Each pendant ships free within the US and features natural, untreated stones set in solid sterling silver.
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Mexican Fire Opal Necklaces With Natural Color Play
Fire opal originates primarily from the volcanic highlands of Mexico, where silica-rich waters deposited these gems in gas cavities within rhyolite rock millions of years ago. The stone rates 5.5 to 6.5 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it softer than quartz but suitable for pendant wear where impact risk stays low. Mexican fire opal gets its characteristic warmth from trace iron content, producing body colors that span pale yellow through intense orange to deep red. The fire opals in this collection range from cabochon cuts that emphasize color saturation to faceted stones that add light refraction to the natural hue. Some specimens display play-of-color alongside their orange body tone, though fire opal is valued primarily for its base color rather than spectral flash. Sterling silver provides a neutral frame that lets the opal's warm tones stand forward without competing metal color. SilverRush Style has supplied natural stone jewelry since 2005. Browse the full range of fire opal pendants and find a piece that fits your preference and price point.Where does fire opal come from?
Most fire opal forms in Mexico's volcanic regions, particularly Querétaro and Jalisco states. Smaller deposits exist in Brazil, Honduras, and parts of the western United States.
Is fire opal the same as regular opal?
Fire opal belongs to the opal mineral family but differs in appearance. Common precious opal shows play-of-color against a white or dark body. Fire opal displays a warm yellow-to-red body color and may or may not show color play.
How should I care for fire opal jewelry?
Fire opal contains water within its structure and rates 5.5-6.5 on the Mohs scale. Store pendants separately from harder gems, avoid ultrasonic cleaners, and keep stones away from heat sources or prolonged direct sunlight.
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