Recent stories
A practical Christmas guide to opal jewellery, matching pendants, rings and earrings to the person, the budget and the postal deadlines.
Opal holds water and scratches more easily than most gems. Here's how to clean, store and wear opal jewellery without causing cloudiness, crazing or chips.
Where to see opals in person in London — Hatton Garden dealers, antique markets and UK gem fairs — plus what drives the price and how to buy safely.
Popular posts
Australian opals offer stability and deep colour at a premium; Ethiopian opals deliver neon brightness for less....
Read more
Most read posts
Hot stuff
Opal Buying Checklist: 12 Questions to Ask Before You Pay
Twelve practical questions to run through before buying any opal, covering origin, assembled stones, treatments, stability, paperwork and returns.
Read more
