Opal Rondelle Beads
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- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Astral Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 80% silica, 20% polymer
- High durability formulation for daily wear
- Stable and consistent for production jewelry
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
- Nebula Opal™ rondelle beads for jewelry making
- 20% silica, 80% polymer
- Lightweight beads with a smooth, consistent finish
- Comfortable for bracelets, earrings, and daily wear
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Opal Rondelle Beads
$8.80
Available Opal Rondelle Colors
Amethyst
Astral Opal™
Aurora
Astral Opal™
Black Ember
Nebula Opal™
Black Emerald
Astral Opal™
Black Fire
Astral Opal™
Black Rainbow
Nebula Opal™
Blizzard
Astral Opal™
Blue Haze
Nebula Opal™
Bubblegum
Astral Opal™
Cherry Blossom
Astral Opal™
Cheshire
Astral Opal™
Cotton Candy
Astral Opal™
Crimson Fire
Astral Opal™
Crystal Blue
Nebula Opal™
Dragon's Egg
Astral Opal™
Golden Pineapple
Astral Opal™
Hibiscus
Astral Opal™
Jade
Astral Opal™
Key Lime
Astral Opal™
Lava Rock
Astral Opal™
Lilac Galaxy
Nebula Opal™
Moonstone
Astral Opal™
Nectar
Astral Opal™
Nuclear Green
Astral Opal™
Ocean Blue
Nebula Opal™
Orchid
Astral Opal™
Pacific Sapphire
Astral Opal™
Peach Fuzz
Astral Opal™
Pearl Pink
Nebula Opal™
Pearl White
Astral Opal™
Pharaoh's Gold
Astral Opal™
Ruby Red
Astral Opal™
Sleepy Lavender
Astral Opal™
Taffy Yellow
Astral Opal™
Teal Rainbow
Nebula Opal™
Turquoise
Astral Opal™
Twilight
Nebula Opal™
Ultra Violet
Astral Opal™
Unicorn Purple
Astral Opal™
White Rainbow
Nebula Opal™
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Purple
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Pink
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Primary Color
Black
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Black / Blue
Play-of-Color
Blue, Green
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Black
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Black
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Blue
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Primary Color
Blue
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Pink
Play-of-Color
Green, Yellow
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Pink
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Purple
Play-of-Color
Blue, Green, Purple
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Blue
Play-of-Color
Blue, Green, Pink
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Red
Play-of-Color
Green, Orange, Red
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Primary Color
Blue
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Green
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Orange
Play-of-Color
Green, Yellow
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Pink
Play-of-Color
Green, Yellow
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Green
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Green
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Black
Play-of-Color
Blue, Red
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Primary Color
Purple
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Gray
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Orange
Play-of-Color
Green, Yellow
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Green
Play-of-Color
Blue, Green
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Primary Color
Blue
Play-of-Color
Blue, Green
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Purple
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Blue
Play-of-Color
Blue, Green
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Pink
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Primary Color
Pink
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
White
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Gold / Yellow
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Red
Play-of-Color
Orange, Red
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Purple
Play-of-Color
Blue, Green, Purple
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Yellow
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Primary Color
Green
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Blue
Play-of-Color
Blue, Green, Yellow
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Primary Color
Blue
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Purple
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Primary Color
Purple
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Columnar / Pinfire
Material Type
Lab-Grown
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Material
Synthetic Astral Opal™
Composition
80% Silica / 20% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
2mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Primary Color
White
Play-of-Color
Rainbow / Multi-Color
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Bead Shape
Rondelle
Sold by
Individual Bead
Hole Size
3mm Full Drill
Pattern
Marbled / Non-directional Swirl
Material Type
Lab-Crafted™
Hardness
2 (Mohs)
Material
Resin Colloidal Nebula Opal™ (Imitation Opal)
Composition
20% Silica / 80% Polymer
Heat Resistance
Up to 130°C
SIZE GUIDE & APPLICATION
(Pictured: Opal Rondelle Beads 6mm x 4mm and 8mm x 5mm lined up for scale next to inch ruler)
| Size | Visual Impact | Best Use |
|---|---|---|
| 6mm x 4mm | Textured accent | Spacers, framing focal stones, delicate chains |
| 8mm x 5mm | Bold framing | Chunky bracelets, prominent nested designs |
Beads are measured across widest point. Slight tolerance may occur due to polishing.
Choose the Right Opal for Your Project
| Feature |
Nebula Opal™ (Imitation) |
Astral Opal™ (Synthetic) | Natural Opal (Mined) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composition |
80% Polymer 20% Silica |
80% Silica 20% Polymer | Hydrated Silica (Contains Water) |
| Pattern Type |
Non-Directional (Swirl / Marbled) |
Directional (Columnar / Striped) | Random (Pinfire / Flash) |
| Consistency |
High (Organic swirl distribution) |
High (Repeatable Fire) | Variable (Piece-to-piece Variance) |
| Cost & Availability |
Best Value (Reliable Supply) |
Excellent Value (Reliable Supply) |
High Cost (Limited & Inconsistent) |
| Hardness (Mohs) |
2 Softer |
4 More Durable | 5.5 - 6.5 Hard but Brittle |
| Heat Resistance |
Up to 130°C (No Direct Flame) |
Up to 130°C (No Direct Flame) | Sensitive (Thermal Shock Risk) |
| Stability |
High (No dehydration) |
High (No dehydration) | Variable (Crazing risk over time) |
Selection Guide: Choose Nebula Opal™ for unique flow patterns. Choose Astral Opal™ for traditional directional fire. Both offer consistent supply and lower risk for everyday jewelry work compared to natural opal.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do rondelle beads sit flatter than round beads?
Yes. The donut shape creates a lower profile and smoother wrist feel, especially in stretch bracelets.
Are rondelles better for spacers?
Yes. Their flat profile makes them ideal between round beads or gemstone accents. They also have larger hole sizes to hide the knot.
Are the beads uniform in size?
Yes. Beads are precision cut and polished for consistent sizing. Minor tolerance (±0.1mm typical) can occur due to polishing, but they are manufactured for repeatability and batch consistency.
Will the color look exactly like the photos?
Opal appearance changes with lighting and viewing angle. Under point light, flash appears stronger and more directional. Under diffuse light, color appears softer and more even.
Photos and videos show typical presentation, but slight variation in pattern and flash is normal.
Can these be used for permanent jewelry?
Yes. Astral Opal™ & Nebula Opal™ beads are well suited for permanent jewelry applications when properly mounted. Avoid direct torch exposure and extreme heat.
Will the beads fade or lose color over time?
No. Both Astral Opal™ and Nebula Opal™ are color-stable under normal wear conditions. They do not contain water like natural opal and will not dehydrate or craze.
Avoid prolonged exposure to harsh solvents or direct flame.
Can I use ultrasonic cleaners or acetone?
Ultrasonic cleaners and aggressive solvents are not recommended. Clean gently with mild soap and water. Avoid acetone and strong chemical exposure.
Why choose lab-grown over natural opal?
Lab-grown opals provide:
- Consistent sizing and supply
- Stable structure (no dehydration risk)
- Lower cost per comparable visual impact
- Predictable performance in jewelry applications
Natural opal can be beautiful, but is more variable and higher risk for daily wear.