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October Birthstone
Opal is a beautiful stone that has been prized for centuries for its brilliant fire and color. The beauty of the flame burning from within the lustrous depths of this stone has been firing man's imagination since the times of the ancient Greeks and Romans when they felt that the Opal symbolized hope, purity, and innocence. This fine gemstone is considered the traditional birthstone for October. It is most often cut into rounded non-faceted surfaces which enhance their depth and beauty. Today's supply is most often mined from Australia, the United States, or Mexico. Colors of this gemstone range from a fiery red, a deep rich blue, milky white, or all intertwined in a delicate dance and balance of light. Additionally, a transparent form of Opal - the Fire Opal - is a gemstone that is found in orange, red, or yellow and may be found cut with facets.
Opals range in hardness from 4-7 on the Moh’s scale. To ensure your opal jewelry maintains its beauty and luster, please avoid exposure to cosmetics, sprays, chemicals, and extreme heat. Opal jewelry should not be placed in ultrasonic cleaners and should be protected from harsh knocks.
Also, check out the exciting line of Opalitte - one of the first imitation opals to reproduce the stunning depth and bursts of color found in natural opal.
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