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The Folklore of Opal

The Folklore of Opal

American Gem Society Blog

The folklore around opal gemstones has changed over centuries. It has long been associated with hope, happiness, innocence, and luck. According to Arabic legend, opals fell from the sky in bolts of lightning. Greek mythology stated that opals originated from Zeus’ joyful tears after winning the battle against the Titans. Meanwhile, Australian aborigines believed that … Continue reading The Folklore of Opal

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