It's Opal Season

October is opal season, and Australia's Lightning Ridge is known for opals with plenty of color and character.

From dark and moody to bright crystal-clear bodies, these opals have plenty of personality before the color even starts to play. Look closer, and you may find flashes of electric blue, green, purple, fiery orange, or even red and yellow.

Depending on its body tone and transparency, an opal can look surprisingly different against black or white. Dark backing can deepen its appearance and make flashes of color stand out, while white backing can create a lighter, softer look. The same stone can tell a different color story depending on what’s behind it.

No two opals display their color in quite the same way, and that’s part of the fun. Explore the fun of colors found across our Lightning Ridge Opal collection and find a favorite for your next design.

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