Opal

Discover Serendipity’s opal jewellery — handcrafted in sterling silver and gold filled by Johanna Rodriguez in her Sydney workshop. Opal is one of the most extraordinary gemstones in nature, celebrated for its play-of-colour — the shifting, rainbow-like display of spectral colours that flash and change as the stone moves in the light.Australia produces over 95% of the world’s precious opal, making it truly one of our national gemstones. The play-of-colour is caused by a microstructure of tiny silica spheres that diffract light across the spectrum. White opal, black opal and crystal opal are the main Australian varieties — black opal from Lightning Ridge is the rarest and most valuable. Opal scores 5.5–6.5 on the Mohs scale and benefits from being kept away from harsh chemicals and extreme dryness.Opal is the October birthstone (sharing the month with tourmaline). Historically associated with hope, luck and creativity, it has been called the Queen of Gems. In crystal healing opal is linked to the crown chakra and all the chakras simultaneously, amplifying emotional expression and imagination. It is a deeply personal stone — said to reflect the energy of its wearer.Our opal jewellery is handmade one piece at a time in sterling silver and gold filled settings. Each opal is selected for the vibrancy of its colour play. Free AU shipping on orders over $99.