With its bright iridescence, a well-cut fire agate can resemble high-quality opal. "Fire agate flickr eyes," photo by Jessa and Mark Anderson. Licensed under CC By 2.0.
Opaque Orange Iridescent Agate Cabochon
With its bright iridescence, a well-cut fire agate can resemble high-quality opal. "Fire agate flickr eyes," photo by Jessa and Mark Anderson. Licensed under CC By 2.0.
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Credit: Jessa and Mark Anderson
| Gemstone | Quartz, Chalcedony, Agate, Fire Agate |
| Natural or man made | Natural |
| Gem State | Cabochon |
| Color | Orange |
| Transparency | Opaque |
| Photo phenomena | Iridescence |