Opal Jewelry

Most gemstones stay the same color regardless of how you hold them. Opal does not. The spectral display shifts with every change in viewing angle because the silica sphere structure inside the stone diffracts light differently depending on the direction it enters. That is what makes opal rings genuinely difficult to photograph accurately and genuinely easy to understand the moment someone holds one. Shop LC offers opal rings in black opal, white opal, Ethiopian opal, boulder opal, and fire opal with origin detail on every product page.

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  • D'Joy Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 3.90 ctw Ring in 18K Vermeil YG and Rhodium Over Sterling Silver

    D'Joy Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 3.90 ctw Ring in 18K Vermeil YG and Rhodium Over Sterling Silver

    D'Joy Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 3.90 ctw Moonflower Ring in 18K Vermeil YG and Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0)
    Price range: $189.99 - $259.99
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  • D'Joy Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 3.85 ctw Pendant Necklace 20 Inches in 18K Vermeil YG and Rhodium Over Sterling Silver

    D'Joy Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 3.85 ctw Pendant Necklace 20 Inches in 18K Vermeil YG and Rhodium Over Sterling Silver

    D'Joy Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Moonflower Pendant Necklace in 18K Vermeil YG and Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 3.85 ctw (20 Inches)
    Price range: $169.99 - $239.99
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Mosaic Art Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in 18K Vermeil RG Over Sterling Silver 3.75 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Mosaic Art Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in 18K Vermeil RG Over Sterling Silver 3.75 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone 3.75 ctw Aurora Opal Pendant Necklace in 18K Vermeil Rose Gold Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
    $269.99 $1,999.99 Compare at price: $1,999.99 (87% Off)
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  • Certified and Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Rnd Free Size) 14.00 ctw

    Certified and Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Rnd Free Size) 14.00 ctw

    Certified and Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Round) 14.00 ctw
    $1,629.99 $12,799.99 Compare at price: $12,799.99 (87% Off)
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  • Certified and Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Rnd Free Size) 14.00 ctw

    Certified and Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Rnd Free Size) 14.00 ctw

    Certified and Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Round) 14.00 ctw
    $1,779.99 $7,999.99 Compare at price: $7,999.99 (78% Off)
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  • Certified & Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Opal 20.00 ctw (Round Free

    Certified & Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Opal 20.00 ctw (Round Free

    Certified and Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Rnd Free Size) 20.00 ctw
    $2,089.99 $8,999.99 Compare at price: $8,999.99 (77% Off)
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  • Certified & Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Pear Free Size) 20.00 ctw

    Certified & Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Pear Free Size) 20.00 ctw

    Certified and Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Pear Free Size) 20.00 ctw
    $2,429.99 $8,999.99 Compare at price: $8,999.99 (73% Off)
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (6.50 In) 14.00 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (6.50 In) 14.00 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 14.00 ctw Heart Symphony Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (6.50 In)
    Price range: $499.99 - $549.99
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  • Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 13.90 ctw Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (6.50 In)

    Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 13.90 ctw Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (6.50 In)

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 14.80 ctw Rainbow Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (7.25 In)
    Price range: $299.99 - $469.99
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Kagem Zambian Emerald Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (7.25 In) 13.35 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Kagem Zambian Emerald Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (7.25 In) 13.35 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Kagem Zambian Emerald 13.35 ctw Vine Leaf Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (7.25 In)
    Price range: $299.99 - $529.99
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 21.00 ctw Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (6.50 In)

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 21.00 ctw Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (6.50 In)

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 21.00 ctw Eternal Garden Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (6.50 In)
    $539.99 $3,199.99 Compare at price: $3,199.99 (83% Off)
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  • Certified & Appraised Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Diamond (G-H, I2) Ring (Size 5.0) 3.60 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Diamond (G-H, I2) Ring (Size 5.0) 3.60 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Luxoro AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and Diamond G-H I2 3.60 ctw Ring in 14K Yellow Gold (Size 10.0)
    $1,029.99 $3,539.99 Compare at price: $3,539.99 (71% Off)
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  • Doorbuster Certified & Appraised 10K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Luxuriant Diamond (G-H, SI) Ring (Size 10.0) 2.50 ctw

    Doorbuster Certified & Appraised 10K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Luxuriant Diamond (G-H, SI) Ring (Size 10.0) 2.50 ctw

    Certified & Appraised AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and Luxuriant Diamond G-H SI 2.50 ctw Ring in 10K Yellow Gold (Size 10.0)
    Price range: $1,229.99 - $1,329.99
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  • Certified & Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI White Diamond Ring 5.30 Grams 14.10 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI White Diamond Ring 5.30 Grams 14.10 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI White Diamond Ring (Size 10.0) 5.30 Grams 14.10 ctw
    Price range: $3,799.99 - $3,959.99
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  • Amazonite 50.00 ctw Oval Pendant Without Chain in Silvertone

    Amazonite 50.00 ctw Oval Pendant Without Chain in Silvertone

    Amazonite 50.00 ctw Oval Pendant Without Chain in Silvertone
    $9.99 $49.99 Compare at price: $49.99 (80% Off)
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 4.30 ctw Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 4.30 ctw Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 4.30 ctw Mystic Lace Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0)
    Price range: $239.99 - $259.99
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  • Arrowhead Aquamarine Soutwest and Jade 30.00 ctw Pendant Without Chain in Stainless Steel (Center Stone Varies)

    Arrowhead Aquamarine Soutwest and Jade 30.00 ctw Pendant Without Chain in Stainless Steel (Center Stone Varies)

    Arrowhead Aquamarine Soutwest and Jade 30.00 ctw Pendant Without Chain in Stainless Steel (Center Stone Varies)
    Price range: $9.99 - $14.99
    $14.99 $59.99 Compare at price: $59.99 (75% Off)
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  • Aquamarine 40.35 ctw Beaded Chips Bracelet in Sterling Silver (7.-8.5In)

    Aquamarine 40.35 ctw Beaded Chips Bracelet in Sterling Silver (7.-8.5In)

    Red Garnet 60.90 ctw Beaded Chips Bracelet in Sterling Silver (7-8In)
    Price range: $8.49 - $9.99
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Moissanite 4.25 ctw Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Moissanite 4.25 ctw Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Moissanite 4.25 ctw Royal Sunburst Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0)
    $279.99 $2,499.99 Compare at price: $2,499.99 (89% Off)
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  • D'Joy Asscher Cut Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 4.00 ctw

    D'Joy Asscher Cut Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 4.00 ctw

    D'Joy Asscher Cut Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 4.00 ctw Royal Defence Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0)
    $329.99 $2,099.99 Compare at price: $2,099.99 (84% Off)
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  • D''Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Ring in 18K Vermeil YG Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 3.35 ctw

    D''Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Ring in 18K Vermeil YG Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 3.35 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite and Paraiba Tourmaline 2.25 ctw Blue Light Halo Ring in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0)
    $379.99 $1,599.99 Compare at price: $1,599.99 (76% Off)
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  • D''Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet, Moissanite Imperial Starburst Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) (Ships in 8-10 Days) 1.60 ctw

    D''Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet, Moissanite Imperial Starburst Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) (Ships in 8-10 Days) 1.60 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet and Moissanite 1.60 ctw Imperial Starburst Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0)
    $179.99 $1,399.99 Compare at price: $1,399.99 (87% Off)
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  • Certified and Appraised D''Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet, Moissanite Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0) 2.58 ctw

    Certified and Appraised D''Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet, Moissanite Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0) 2.58 ctw

    Certified and Appraised D'Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet and Moissanite 2.58 ctw Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0)
    Price range: $179.99 - $239.99
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  • D''Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet, Multi Gemstone Celestial Splendor Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) (Ships in 10-12 Days) 1.40 ctw

    D''Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet, Multi Gemstone Celestial Splendor Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) (Ships in 10-12 Days) 1.40 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet and Multi Gemstone 1.40 ctw Celestial Splendor Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0)
    $199.99 $1,299.99 Compare at price: $1,299.99 (85% Off)
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  • D''Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet, Multi Gemstone Imperial Stardust Ring in 18K Vermeil YG Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) (Ships in 10-12 Days) 2.00 ctw

    D''Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet, Multi Gemstone Imperial Stardust Ring in 18K Vermeil YG Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) (Ships in 10-12 Days) 2.00 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet and Multi Gemstone 2.00 ctw Imperial Stardust Ring in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0)
    Price range: $199.99 - $249.99
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  • AAAA Australian White Opal (Ovl Free Size) 4.00 ctw

    AAAA Australian White Opal (Ovl Free Size) 4.00 ctw

    Certified and Appraised AAAA Andamooka White Opal (Ovl Free Size) 4.00 ctw
    $829.99 $9,999.99 Compare at price: $9,999.99 (92% Off)
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  • White Opal Oval Free Cabochon Cut 4A 2.00 ctw

    White Opal Oval Free Cabochon Cut 4A 2.00 ctw

    AAAA Australian Opal (Oval) 2.00 ctw
    $299.99 $2,499.99 Compare at price: $2,499.99 (88% Off)
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  • Doorbuster Premium American Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Tennis Necklace 18 Inches in Platinum Over Sterling Silver 18.50 Grams 42.40 ctw

    Doorbuster Premium American Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Tennis Necklace 18 Inches in Platinum Over Sterling Silver 18.50 Grams 42.40 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal Tennis Necklace in Platinum Over Sterling Silver, Tennis Necklace 41.00 ctw (18 Inches)
    Price range: $599.99 - $1,029.99
    $1,029.99 $1,649.99 Compare at price: $1,649.99 (38% Off)
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  • D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 3.70 ctw

    D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 3.70 ctw

    D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 3.70 ctw Geometric Radiance Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (20 Inches)
    $157.99 $1,849.99 Compare at price: $1,849.99 (91% Off)
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  • D'Joy Asscher Cut Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 3.90 ctw Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (20 Inches)

    D'Joy Asscher Cut Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 3.90 ctw Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (20 Inches)

    D'Joy Asscher Cut Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 3.90 ctw Royal Defence Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (20 Inches)
    $299.99 $1,899.99 Compare at price: $1,899.99 (84% Off)
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  • D''Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0) 3.20 ctw

    D''Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0) 3.20 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 3.60 ctw Blue Radiance Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0)
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  • TLV D''Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0) 5.30 ctw

    TLV D''Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0) 5.30 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 5.30 ctw Ethereal Prism Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0)
    Price range: $339.99 - $349.99
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  • AAA Australian Black Ridge Opal and Luxuriant Lab Grown Diamond G-H SI 4.00 ctw Ring in 10K White Gold (Size 6.0) 4.10 Grams

    AAA Australian Black Ridge Opal and Luxuriant Lab Grown Diamond G-H SI 4.00 ctw Ring in 10K White Gold (Size 6.0) 4.10 Grams

    AAA Australian Black Ridge Opal (Triplet) and Luxuriant Lab Grown Diamond G-H SI 4.00 ctw Ring in 10K White Gold (Size 5.0) 4.10 Grams
    $1,739.99 $13,499.00 Compare at price: $13,499.00 (87% Off)
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  • Certified and Appraised AAAA Natural Australian Black Ridge Opal (Rnd Free Size) 1.00 ctw

    Certified and Appraised AAAA Natural Australian Black Ridge Opal (Rnd Free Size) 1.00 ctw

    Certified and Appraised AAAA Natural Australian Black Ridge Opal (Rnd Free Size) 1.00 ctw
    $2,179.99 $19,576.99 Compare at price: $19,576.99 (89% Off)
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  • D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Dream Glow Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) (Ships in 8-10 Days) 3.60 ctw

    D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Dream Glow Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) (Ships in 8-10 Days) 3.60 ctw

    D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and Moissanite 3.80 ctw Dream Glow Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 5.0)
    $239.99 $1,849.99 Compare at price: $1,849.99 (87% Off)
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 4.00 ctw Pendant in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver with Stainless Steel Necklace 20 Inches

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 4.00 ctw Pendant in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver with Stainless Steel Necklace 20 Inches

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 4.00 ctw Mystic Lace Pendant in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver with Stainless Steel Necklace 20 Inches
    Price range: $229.99 - $239.99
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 5.10 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 5.10 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Moissanite 5.10 ctw Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
    $389.99 $2,499.99 Compare at price: $2,499.99 (84% Off)
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  • D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 2.10 ctw

    D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 2.10 ctw

    D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and Moissanite 2.10 ctw Glacial Fire Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0)
    $199.99 $1,449.99 Compare at price: $1,449.99 (86% Off)
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 6.81 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 6.81 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Moissanite 6.80 ctw Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0)
    $529.99 $3,799.99 Compare at price: $3,799.99 (86% Off)
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  • Certified and Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring 4.20 Grams 10.15 ctw

    Certified and Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring 4.20 Grams 10.15 ctw

    Certified and Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring (Size 10.0) 4.20 Grams 10.15 ctw
    Price range: $2,483.99 - $2,759.99
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  • D''Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet, Moissanite Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 3.60 ctw

    D''Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet, Moissanite Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 3.60 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet and Moissanite 3.60 ctw Midnight Empress Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
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  • D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Architect Muse Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 6.40 ctw

    D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Architect Muse Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 6.40 ctw

    D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 6.40 ctw Architect Muse Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
    $322.99 $2,799.99 Compare at price: $2,799.99 (88% Off)
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  • Ethiopian Welo Opal and Chrome Diopside Bracelet in 18K Vermeil YG Over Sterling Silver (8.0 In) 13.44 ctw

    Ethiopian Welo Opal and Chrome Diopside Bracelet in 18K Vermeil YG Over Sterling Silver (8.0 In) 13.44 ctw

    Ethiopian Welo Opal and Chrome Diopside 13.44 ctw Bracelet in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver (8.0 In)
    $429.99 $959.99 Compare at price: $959.99 (55% Off)
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Earrings in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.60 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Earrings in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.60 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Moissanite 2.60 ctw Earrings in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver
    $189.99 $1,549.99 Compare at price: $1,549.99 (88% Off)
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  • D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Earrings in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Ships in 7-10 Days) 3.75 ctw

    D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Earrings in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Ships in 7-10 Days) 3.75 ctw

    D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and Moissanite 3.75 ctw Geometric Radiance Earrings in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver
    $179.99 $1,799.99 Compare at price: $1,799.99 (90% Off)
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  • Certified & Appraised D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Paraiba Tourmaline and Moissanite Earrings in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Ships in 5-7 Days) 2.20 ctw

    Certified & Appraised D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Paraiba Tourmaline and Moissanite Earrings in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Ships in 5-7 Days) 2.20 ctw

    Certified & Appraised D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Paraiba Tourmaline and Moissanite 2.20 ctw Earrings in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver
    $458.99 $2,899.99 Compare at price: $2,899.99 (84% Off)
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  • D''Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet, Multi Gemstone Celestial Splendor Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Ships in 10-12 Days) 1.60 ctw

    D''Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet, Multi Gemstone Celestial Splendor Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Ships in 10-12 Days) 1.60 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet and Multi Gemstone 1.60 ctw Celestial Splendor Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
    $179.99 $1,249.99 Compare at price: $1,249.99 (86% Off)
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  • Luxoro 14K White Gold Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Boyaca Colombian Emerald Ring (Size 4.0) 4 Grams 1.30 ctw

    Luxoro 14K White Gold Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Boyaca Colombian Emerald Ring (Size 4.0) 4 Grams 1.30 ctw

    Luxoro Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Boyaca Colombian Emerald 1.30 ctw Ring in 14K White Gold (Size 4.0) 4 Grams
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What Makes Opal Different

Inside every opal is a structure of silica spheres. Those spheres diffract light and produce the spectral colors visible from the surface. The size of the spheres determines which colors appear. Red and orange from the larger ones. Blue and violet from the smaller. The arrangement at the point of formation is what makes the pattern in any given opal unrepeatable.

Mohs hardness ranges from 5.5 to 6.5. That puts opal below sapphire, ruby, and most other stones typically set in rings. The care requirements are different as a result. The visual category opal occupies is entirely its own.

Black Opal from Lightning Ridge

Lightning Ridge is a small mining town in New South Wales, Australia. The opals it produces have a dark body tone, typically dark grey to jet black, and that background makes the color display more readable than in light-toned stones. A red color pattern on a dark body tone is the highest-value combination in commercial opal. Black opal refers to the body tone, not the stone's actual color.

The accessible deposits near the surface at Lightning Ridge have been largely worked out over decades of mining.

White Opal and Boulder Opal

Coober Pedy in South Australia produces most of the white opal in commercial circulation. The mines run underground because working on the surface in the outback heat is impractical. White opal has a pale body tone, and the play of color reads against that light background. The effect is quieter than black opal, but the color range that can appear is identical.

Boulder opal from Queensland forms in veins within the ironstone host rock. Both materials are cut together. The dark ironstone functions as a natural backing that makes the color more visible, similar to what the dark body tone does in black opal.

Ethiopian Opal

The Welo province of Ethiopia began producing for the commercial market around 2008. The stones from Welo changed the accessible end of the opal category because the color intensity in high-quality pieces could match Australian material at considerably lower prices. Ethiopian opals trend toward a transparent to translucent body rather than the more opaque Australian varieties.

Welo opals are hydrophane. They can temporarily absorb water and appear to change in color. The display returns when the stone dries. It is not damage. Shop LC specifies Ethiopian origin on every relevant product page.

Fire Opal

Fire opal comes from the Mexican states of Queretaro, Hidalgo, and Guerrero. The body color runs from yellow through orange to deep red, and that color is the primary feature. Play of color may or may not be present. Mexican fire opal without any color display is still considered fine opal because the body color itself drives the category.

Fire opal in yellow gold is a natural combination because the warmth of the metal and the stone work in the same direction rather than against each other. Shop LC carries Mexican fire opal in ring, pendant, and earring settings.

Settings and Care for Opal Rings

Prong settings are designed for harder stones. Opal at Mohs 5.5 to 6.5 chips at exposed edges and prong settings leave those edges exposed. A bezel wraps metal around the stone's perimeter and takes impact before the opal does. Sterling silver, white gold, and yellow gold all work depending on which opal variety is being set.

Take opal rings off before washing hands, swimming, or any physical work. Store them separately from harder stones. Mild soap and warm water for handling and cleaning. Dry immediately after.

Shop LC opal rings in black opal, white opal, Ethiopian opal, and fire opal. Origin details and buyer reviews on every listing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the play of color in opal?

Silica spheres inside the stone diffract light into spectral colors. The size of the spheres determines which colors appear, and the arrangement determines the pattern. No two opals produce the same display.

What is the difference between black opal and white opal?

Body tone. Black opal has a dark grey to jet background that makes the color display vivid and easy to read. White opal has a pale background, and the play of color is more subtle. Lightning Ridge black opal commands the highest prices in the commercial category.

Are Ethiopian opals genuine?

Yes. Welo province stones are genuine opals with strong color display and transparent to translucent body tones. They are hydrophane and can temporarily absorb water without permanent damage.

Is opal durable enough for a ring?

The ring can be worn daily but its advised to remove the ring before physical activity, gardening, gym work, anything with impact or abrasion, keeps the stone in good condition considerably longer.

What is fire opal?

A Mexican opal with a body color from yellow to deep red-orange. Play of color may or may not be present. Queretaro is the primary producing region. The body color is the main feature rather than the spectral display.

How do I clean an opal ring?

Clean it with mild soap and warm water and dry immediately after. Avoid using ultrasonic cleaners.

How do I choose between opal types at Shop LC?

Black opal for the most intense color display. Ethiopian opal for strong color at accessible prices. White opal for something more subtle. Fire opal for warm, consistent body color rather than the shifting spectral effect.