Semi-precious stones (5)

I believe the answer is:

opals

(Other definitions for opals that I've seen before include "Precious stones" , "Translucent gemstones" , "Milky white and coloured gems" , "Milky sparkling gemstones" , "Milky gemstones with delicate colours" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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