Blue Opalized Petrified Wood is a type of Petrified Wood that has undergone the process of opalization, in which the original organic material of wood is replaced by silica. Blue Opalized Petrified Wood is considered rare as the opalization process itself is not common and the blue color is particularly rare. The formation of Blue Opal requires specific chemical conditions, making it one of the more sought-after varieties of opal. Blue Opalized Petrified Wood is found only in a few localities around the world, including the United States, Mexico and Indonesia. This limited availability contributes to its value and appeal.

Blue Opalized Petrified Wood forms through a series of geological processes that take millions of years. After a tree dies, it must be quickly buried by sediment, volcanic ash, or other natural materials to prevent decay. This burial is essential for the preservation of the tree's shape and structure, initiating the process of petrification. Over millions of years, mineral-rich water flows through the buried wood, replacing the organic material with minerals, primarily Silica. This gradual process of mineral replacement turns the wood into Petrified Wood. During this process, silica-rich groundwater containing dissolved silica interacts with the wood, causing the silica to crystallize and form opal. Over time, the Opal fills the voids and cavities within the wood, creating the beautiful blue opalized texture.

Blue Opalized Petrified Wood is an enchanting gem of communication, peace and grounding. Petrified Wood is known for its connection to the Earth, offering a stabilizing force that helps us stay rooted in our physical bodies while navigating the spiritual realms. The presence of Blue Opal amplifies this grounding energy, creating a harmonious balance between physical and spiritual states. It creates an energetic bridge between the Root chakra and the Throat chakra, allowing the flow of energy to be both grounded and expressive.

Blue Opalized Petrified Wood is an incredibly healing stone when it comes to emotional well-being. Blue Opal is known for its soothing properties, making it a wonderful stone for emotional balance. The Blue Opal element of this stone encourages emotional healing, helping to clear negative energy and ease emotional stress. It promotes emotional expression in a healthy and constructive way, allowing you to express your feelings without fear of judgment or rejection. 

Blue Opalized Petrified Wood has an incredible ability to enhance manifestation. The combination of grounding energy from the Petrified Wood and the visionary energy from the opal creates a powerful balance between your physical intentions and spiritual desires. This stone can be used to manifest not only material goals but also spiritual aspirations. As you work with Blue Opalized Petrified Wood, it encourages you to trust that your desires are valid and achievable, providing the strength to take actionable steps toward their realization.

Hardness: 6-7

Color: Turquoise, blue, copper, brown

Structure: Triagonal

Care: Avoid prolonged exposure to heat (or extreme heat), direct sunlight and contact with abrasive surfaces or chemicals. Remove before contact sports, weight lifting or activities where it may come into contact with force. As always, it should be stored away from minerals higher on the MOHs scale.

Cleaning:  Warm water, mild soap, and soft cloth.

Feng Shui Placement: Blue Opalized Petrified Wood is incredible to keep in your home to represent the wood element. It can also be placed in any area of the home to represent the wood element and promote peace.