Petrified Wood Opal - History & Properties

Formation

Wood opal is a petrified, fossilized wood, where wood structures, under certain conditions have been penetrated by silicate materials, such as opal. Usually, the color of wood opal is a variety of brown shades, although it can be found in grey or green color.

Healing Properties - Metaphysical

Wood opal, as petrified wood of other varieties, is believed to be a highly beneficial and protective stone.
It is recommended for grounding and stabilizing emotions, helping in feeling safer and more secure and balancing the opposing predispositions of either hurrying or moving too slow, so that one can move in a steady and stress-relieving way.

Healing Properties - Physical

Wood opal is considered to be beneficial for the bones, skin and hair, while it stabilizes body's natural defenses.

Chakras

Wood opal is associated with the Crown chakra.

Astrological Sign

Wood opal is associated with the Capricorn sign.