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    do opals lose their colout is worn for years

    I have an opal ring that after many years in water and the pool has suddenly gone white..Is that a true opal??

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    Opals should be protected from chemicals, high heat, and harsh wear. Because opals contain 5 to 10 percent water, some opal has been known to dry out and craze (small hairline cracks) after a short while or even after a lifetime of use in a piece of jewelry. Ideally they should not be stored in dry, air-tight containers like safe-deposit boxes. Opal jewelry should be cleaned with mild soapy water and a soft brush or cloth.


    Source >>>http://www.jtv.com/library/opal-gemopedia.html



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