Mexican Precious Stones

The same unique geology and powerful natural forces that give this coastline its beauty are responsible for other wonders.

Mexican precious stones.

Mexico gemstones minerals. One of the best known mexican gems is fire opal which is known for its bright body color rather than play of color. May 9 2013 explore retire san miguel mexico s board mexico s gem stones and minerals followed by 6413 people on pinterest. Fire opal is often a vivid yellow orange or red color and is translucent to transparent so it is often faceted.

Mexican jewelry has a rich tradition dating back literally thousands of years. Opal is extremely rare and much of the opal that is found today in popular jewelry is man made to allow wider. The intense color has earned this gem the nickname fire opal unlike precious opal the mexican opal does not usually exhibit a play of color but it makes up for this with its remarkable body color. It is the few varieties of opal that can successfully be faceted as some specimens can exhibit considerable transparency.

See more ideas about minerals minerals and gemstones rocks and gems. Read our guide to mexican gemstones to learn the symbolism and history behind each so you can find a gemstone that matches your spirit and style. The following is a list of mexico gems and minerals listed in our database. Opal is a gemstone found in mexico but is primarily found in australia.

Agate chalcedony differs from other chalcedony in that it often has distinct banding. Amber from the chiapas caves and the legendary mexican fire opal. About mexican gemstones browse our mexican gems including both cabochons and faceted stones. Mexican opals are known for their vivid yellow orange or orange red colors.

In fact some slices of agate may appear to have banding. Click the pictures to get full data click the x to remove the gem from the list.