6mm Opal Stud Earrings

Opal Stud Earrings

Our Silver & Semi-Precious Stone Jewellery Collection:

Immerse yourself in the natural and timeless radiance of our collection of semi-precious stone and 925 sterling silver jewellery. Carefully set in elegant settings, these pieces combine the classic refinement of silver with the unique hues of the cut stones. Whether for a special occasion or everyday wear, our semi-precious stone and silver jewellery adds a touch of sophistication and charm to your style whilst capturing the natural beauty of the gemstones. Let yourself be enchanted by this natural and luminous collection, which will add a touch of elegance to your look.

Noble opals:

The word ‘opal’ derives from the Sanskrit ‘upala’, meaning ‘precious stone’. Opals are known for their iridescent, ever-changing colours in the light. They display a full spectrum of colours: red, orange, green, blue and purple, and more. This effect is caused by the diffraction (bending) of light due to the opal’s structure. Precious opals are rare and highly prized. The conditions under which precious opals form are generally associated with specific geological environments, such as ancient dried-up lakes or areas of sedimentary deposits rich in silica. There are various varieties of noble opals: white opal, black opal, matrix opal, hydrophane opal, fire opal, and so on. Australian black opal, particularly that from Lightning Ridge, is considered one of the most valuable in the world, distinguished by its iridescence of vivid colours. Opal always contains a certain percentage of water, ranging from 3 per cent to 30 per cent. Welo opals from Ethiopia, also known as hydrophane opals, are sensitive to dehydration. This leads to a loss of their play of colour as well as the formation of cracks. To slow down this process, hydrophane opals can be stored in damp cotton wool or in a bathroom. Be careful, however, not to soak Welo opals in water, as they may temporarily lose their play of colour and take on a dull appearance before drying out again. Opals are generally delicate stones: they are sensitive to scratches, heat, cosmetics and chemicals.
The main deposits of noble opal are found in Australia, Ethiopia and Mexico.