Opal

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Opal is the modern gift symbol for the 34th Wedding Anniversary and the gemstone gift symbol for the 18th anniversary.

As an anniversary gift, opals symbolize lasting love and friendship. Opal is also a symbol of hope and good fortune in many cultures around the world.

The opal is a symbol of purity, innocence, hope, optimism and faith. It inspires creativity and imagination, making it a perfect gift for your spouse on your anniversary.

Opals are the birthstone of October, and they are also associated with the Greek goddess Aphrodite, who was known as the goddess of love and beauty.

The most common opal is called white opal, which is usually milky or cloudy in appearance due to its inclusion of water or oil. Fire opals are opaque and bright red, orange or yellow in colour. The most valuable type of opal is black opal, which can have dark blue hues with flashes of colour throughout it.

Opals are mined from deposits located in Australia, Mexico and Brazil.