{"product_id":"1-78-carat-natural-opal-01-09-177","title":"1.78 Carat Natural Opal (Ratti 2.0) - 01\/09-177","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA single, natural opal weighing 1.78 carats (about 2.0 ratti), lab certified.\u003c\/strong\u003e Opal is prized for its play of colour, the flashes of rainbow light that move across the stone as you turn it. In Vedic astrology, opal is associated with Venus (Shukra) and is traditionally worn as an alternative to diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStone details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGemstone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural opal (Upal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.78 carats (≈ 2.0 ratti)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone ID:\u003c\/strong\u003e 01\/09-177\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lab tested; certificate included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 (unique stone)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDispatch:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 days; ships across India and internationally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy people wear opal\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn traditional Vedic belief, Venus governs love, beauty, art, comfort and prosperity, and opal is worn to strengthen a weak or afflicted Venus in the birth chart. Many people choose it for harmony in relationships, creativity and an appreciation of the finer things in life. Opal is also the birthstone for October. These are traditional beliefs, not guarantees; please consult your astrologer about whether opal suits your chart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to wear and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpal is traditionally set in silver, white gold or platinum and worn on the ring finger or little finger, put on for the first time on a Friday morning after reciting the Shukra mantra “Om Shum Shukraya Namah” 108 times. Opal is softer than most gemstones and can contain natural water, so keep it away from heat, sudden temperature changes, harsh chemicals and hard knocks. Clean it gently with a soft, damp cloth and store it separately from harder stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do carats convert to ratti?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 ratti ≈ 0.91 carat, so 1.78 carats is about 2.0 ratti.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I order from outside India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Prices are in INR and international cards are accepted; your bank converts the amount at checkout. We ship internationally, including to the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I get it set in a ring?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/opal-rings\"\u003eopal rings\u003c\/a\u003e or see more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/opal\"\u003eloose opals\u003c\/a\u003e. For a custom setting, WhatsApp us at +91 91080 64594.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"G for Gemstones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51019819811136,"sku":null,"price":3499.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/6238\/9312\/files\/177-1.jpg?v=1756702469","url":"https:\/\/www.gforgemstones.in\/products\/1-78-carat-natural-opal-01-09-177","provider":"G for Gemstones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}