October is a colorful month — at least, if you look at October’s birthstone! Opals are October’s birthstone, and they are breathtaking. These iridescent gems have an amazing origin story and are one of the most gorgeous stones to work with.
Opals have been compared to all sorts of things over the years: volcanoes, explosions, fireworks, and outer space. However, they form under conditions much less extraordinary. Opals form when heavy rains come to otherwise drought-stricken deserts, such as Australia’s Outback. The rains carry dissolved silica as they drench the grounds. When the desert returns to its typical dry self, the rain evaporates, leaving the silica to form opals between layers of rock.
There are two kinds of opal: precious and common. Precious opals are different because they benefit from a light refraction known as “play-of-color.” This play-of-color is what caused Romans to believe opals were the most powerful gemstones of all. Ancient Arabic people believed it to contain the lightning of the gods while the Greeks thought it gave people prophetic powers.
It doesn’t take a prophet to predict you’ll fall in love with opals. This Le Vian pendant is a great place to start. The gold, diamonds, and opal all work perfectly together for an elegant look.
This opal ring is a great example of how opals’ colors can be so diverse! With more of a blue and green tone than the above necklace, this ring makes it easy to see how October’s birthstone is so diverse.
We couldn’t leave our Little Luxuries boutique out of the fun! This light green opal butterfly necklace would make such a great birthday gift for the October baby in your life.
Looking for opal earrings? Look no further! These full swing earrings are a playful way to incorporate opals into your outfit.
Finally, for our estate jewelry lovers, this black opal and pearl necklace is to die for! Created in the art nouveau style, this necklace is flowing and dainty. We’re huge fans.
Whether you’re shopping for a birthstone or just love the versatile look of opal, Dickinson Jewelers can help you find the perfect piece. Shop online or in store, and we’ll help you find the opal of your dreams!
Opals have been compared to all sorts of things over the years: volcanoes, explosions, fireworks, and outer space. However, they form under conditions much less extraordinary. Opals form when heavy rains come to otherwise drought-stricken deserts, such as Australia’s Outback. The rains carry dissolved silica as they drench the grounds. When the desert returns to its typical dry self, the rain evaporates, leaving the silica to form opals between layers of rock.
There are two kinds of opal: precious and common. Precious opals are different because they benefit from a light refraction known as “play-of-color.” This play-of-color is what caused Romans to believe opals were the most powerful gemstones of all. Ancient Arabic people believed it to contain the lightning of the gods while the Greeks thought it gave people prophetic powers.
It doesn’t take a prophet to predict you’ll fall in love with opals. This Le Vian pendant is a great place to start. The gold, diamonds, and opal all work perfectly together for an elegant look.
This opal ring is a great example of how opals’ colors can be so diverse! With more of a blue and green tone than the above necklace, this ring makes it easy to see how October’s birthstone is so diverse.
We couldn’t leave our Little Luxuries boutique out of the fun! This light green opal butterfly necklace would make such a great birthday gift for the October baby in your life.
Looking for opal earrings? Look no further! These full swing earrings are a playful way to incorporate opals into your outfit.
Finally, for our estate jewelry lovers, this black opal and pearl necklace is to die for! Created in the art nouveau style, this necklace is flowing and dainty. We’re huge fans.
Whether you’re shopping for a birthstone or just love the versatile look of opal, Dickinson Jewelers can help you find the perfect piece. Shop online or in store, and we’ll help you find the opal of your dreams!