Directional Flash Opal
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Directional Flash

"Directional flash" is a term used for opals that do not display color in all directions. Instead, they display flashes of color when viewed from different directions or when the light source is moved. These stones also might have "dead angles" where they display little or no fire.

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Directional Flash Opal

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