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Mexican Opal Pendants in Sterling Silver
Mexican opal pendants showcase the fiery play-of-color that distinguishes stones from the volcanic highlands of Querétaro, Jalisco, and Magdalena. These opals form in rhyolitic lava flows, producing both transparent fire opals in orange-red hues and milky crystal opals with spectral flashes. Our collection of 28,529 pendants ranges from $16 to $11,402, each set in .925 sterling silver with natural, untreated stones. Free shipping to all US addresses.
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Fire Opals and Crystal Opals From Mexico's Mining Regions
Mexican opals differ from their Australian counterparts in formation and appearance. While Australian opals develop in sedimentary rock, Mexican varieties crystallize within gas cavities of ancient volcanic deposits. This origin creates the transparent to translucent body color that defines Mexican fire opal, rated 5.5 to 6.5 on the Mohs hardness scale. The most prized specimens show both body color saturation and play-of-color in a single stone. Our Mexican opal pendants arrive from mining districts active since the Aztec era. Querétaro produces the classic cherry-red fire opals, while Jalisco yields stones with broader color ranges including honey, orange, and watermelon varieties. Each pendant features .925 sterling silver settings designed to protect the stone while allowing light to enter from multiple angles, which enhances the opal's natural luminosity. SilverRush Style has sourced Mexican opals direct from cutters and miners since 2005. Browse the full collection to find pendants that match your style and budget.Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Mexican fire opal and regular opal?
Mexican fire opal forms in volcanic rhyolite and has a transparent to translucent body with warm orange, red, or yellow coloring. Regular opal from Australia forms in sedimentary rock and has an opaque white or dark body with play-of-color on the surface.
How do you care for Mexican opal jewelry?
Mexican opal rates 5.5 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale, so store it separate from harder gems. Clean with a soft damp cloth and avoid ultrasonic cleaners, harsh chemicals, and prolonged heat exposure.
Where do Mexican opals come from?
Mexican opals are mined in the volcanic highlands of central Mexico, with major deposits in Querétaro, Jalisco, and Magdalena. These regions have produced opals since pre-Columbian times.
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