Natural Jalisco Mexican Fire Opal Sterling Silver Necklace (Handmade)

Glowing natural yellow Jalisco Mexican Fire Opal(ct, VS, Jalisco Mexico) hand set in 925 sterling silver on a sterling silver chain. The mine of Jalisco Mexico produces Fire Opals from glowing yellow to deep ember red, reminiscent of the lava flows of their birth.Unique and mysterious, fire opals are appropriately named for their fiery cherries, sunburst yellows and deep tangerines. Unlike many other opals, fire opal may not display play of color, and specimens that do are highly valuable. Mexico is one of today's primary fire opal sources, where this fiery gem has been treasured since the time of the Aztecs, who called it gem of the bird of paradise in their native language.This item can be precious metal wrapped, charges apply.Please ask questions.