What to know about… OPAL!

 

OPAL and opal jewelry designed by women!

 
 

October is all about the history, science, and beauty behind opal!

The earliest known opal artifacts, found in a cave in East Africa, are dated to 4,000 BC.

Multiple cultures believed opal was imbued with magical, healing, or protective properties from the Aztecs, to the Ancient Greeks, to Knights on Crusade.

On the topic of science and beauty...

What creates its distinctive, “play-of-color”?

It’s ability to diffract light!

Opal can occur in every color of the rainbow, with black being the most prized.

Together with Hopkins Opal, we’ve outlined things to know via The Skinny on Opal!

Beyond these responsibly sourced stunners from Australia, you’ll be seeing incredible one-of-a-kind pieces from Jolly Bijou, and Thesis Gems!

Interested in sourcing a gemstone or opal jewelry designed by women? DM me!

You can SHOP an array of memorable opal jewelry right HERE!

 

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