The POP-02 is an awesome pink opal gemstone. This large pink opal stone is mined in Peru and cut in Thailand. Though not many people have heard of pink opals, it is a stunning gemstone with a serene and graceful pink color. You could better refer to the color of pink opal as a pastel shade, whitish pink color. By procuing gems directly from the miners in Peru, we are able to ensure your pink opal stone is genuine and has natural color. Many gem and jewelry providers push factory made fakes, or natural pink opals with color treatments applied. It is therefore necessary that you choose the right provider when buying your pink opal gem or jewelry with pink opal gemstones. We have more details on this awesome opal at http://www.opal.directstones.com/opal-gems-loose-gemstones-ds-01.htm