October Babies, Here's Your Opal!
It is rare when there are not one, but TWO birthstones for the month. October is one of those special times of the year; the weather cools down, the spooky season is around the corner and those born in this wonderful month are celebrated! October babies are represented by the fiery opal and the rare pink tourmaline. These two ethereally-colored gems can be set beautifully into jewelry, which makes them the perfect gift option for those who need birthday gift ideas! We have everything opal, from pendants to earrings to rings, that will fit your giftee’s needs and make them feel gorgeous on their special day.
Historians believe that opal was first found in the country of Ethiopia, then very soon made its way around South America and to the North American region. Artifacts with opal remnants have been found in Kenya dating back to 250 BC, and arrowheads made of the multi-colored gem have been found all over the world since! Lots of mythical stories and religious purpose has been put into this unique stone; Arabic legend states that opal fell from the heavens through flashes of lightning, and the ancient Greeks believed that the stone was heaven-sent to give the gift of prophecy and protection against disease! Now that you know a little of the extensive lore behind opal, you’ll feel thrilled to have a little magic in your jewelry box!
Pendants are a favorite for many women, and opal shines even brighter when put into a piece like this! A girl’s best friend is in a halo around a fiery opal stone set in 14k white gold. Round cuts are timeless options for a classic style.
If you want to try something new and fresh, an Ethiopian opal is the perfect option. This gemstone is known for its vibrant color, and it needs to be spotlighted on your neck. Diamonds rest in an accenting array of swirls in order to elevate the effect of the beautiful opal. Both of these options are only a couple of options for your October birthday.
Did you know that there is a record-setting opal gemstone in Australia? Weighing over 7 pounds, the stunning “Olympic Australis”' is 17,000 carats of pure beauty. It has been the largest and most valuable piece of opal found in the world since the 60s, with a price of $2.5 million US dollars!
Although we can’t have 17,000 carats wrapped in gold, we think these shiny rings will suffice! When you think of a celestial-inspired piece, you have to think about opals and diamonds. Our showstopping ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold, it has a floating angel halo made of shining diamonds to accentuate the gorgeously incandescent oval-cut opal. With larger diamonds at the compass points of the ring, it will always guide you. The ring sits perfectly on your sized finger and will be the star anywhere you go!
If something more simple is your taste, a minimalist yet elegant option is our sterling silver piece! A 5mm round opal sits between two petite diamonds to add a little flare. It’s a wonderful option for the busy bees born in October! Plus, this small style is perfect for stacking.
Finally, earrings are a wonderful fit for those who want to rock this pretty gem! One of the most famous sets of opal jewelry worn was actually a gift to the queen of England from Australia. “The Queen’s Opal” was crafted from a piece of opal given to Her Majesty during one of her many visits to the land down under. A necklace-earring set featured the October birthstone and was worn quite often by her! Match royalty with a couple of our sweet options.
Try out some shining diamonds with your birthstone when you wear these halo-adorned earrings! A 5mm opal set sits in 14k white gold, being pronged to perfection next to diamond halos that shimmer and shine on your ears! This stud style is perfect for everyday accessorizing.
If something more elegant sounds more like you or your giftee, 14k yellow gold is the perfect option! Ethiopian opals in a pear-cut shape are surrounded by diamonds on a dangle-type earring. It is a classic option for a person you hold dear.
Now that you have some magnificent options for a gift, we hope that every person born in October is celebrated the way they should be! Happy birthday from Sami’s!
