Europeans have long considered the gem a symbol of hope, purity, and truth. Opal is considered an October birthstone. Some people think it’s unlucky for anyone born in another month to wear an opal.

Take your garnet, amethyst, aquamarine, diamond, emerald, pearl, peridot, opal, sapphire, ruby, turquoise or topaz birthstone ...

Peridot is the August birthstone and is known for its unique lime green color ... Its pure hue can also represent honesty, loyalty and trust. On to October with the opal. A unique mix of many colors, ...

"The Path of Enlightenment" necklace contains 180 magnificent opals from Lightning Ridge, Australia, a famous opal producing area. - Courtesy Cody Opal Opal is the product of seasonal rains that ...