• fire agate - opal simulants

    Fire Agate – Natural, Cabochon, Orange

    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.

    Article: Opal Simulants: How to Spot Imitation Opal

    Credit: Jessa and Mark Anderson

    GemstoneQuartz, Chalcedony, Agate, Fire Agate
    Natural or man madeNatural
    Gem StateCabochon
    ColorOrange
    TransparencyOpaque
    Photo phenomenaIridescence