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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  • Certified & Appraised Luxoro AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H I2 Diamond 4.80 ctw Ring in 14K Yellow Gold (Size 10.0) 4 Grams

    Certified & Appraised Luxoro AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H I2 Diamond 4.80 ctw Ring in 14K Yellow Gold (Size 10.0) 4 Grams

    Certified & Appraised Luxoro AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and Diamond I2 4.80 ctw Ring in 14K Yellow Gold (Size 10.0) 4 Grams
    Price range: $1,079.99 - $1,499.99
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  • Rhapsody AAAA Fire Opal and E-F VS White Diamond 3.15 ctw Ring in 950 Platinum (Size 10.0) 6.75 Grams

    Rhapsody AAAA Fire Opal and E-F VS White Diamond 3.15 ctw Ring in 950 Platinum (Size 10.0) 6.75 Grams

    Rhapsody AAAA Fire Opal and E-F VS White Diamond 3.15 ctw Ring in 950 Platinum (Size 10.0) 6.75 Grams
    Price range: $1,739.99 - $2,174.99
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  • Certified and Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Rnd Free Size) 8.00 ctw

    Certified and Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Rnd Free Size) 8.00 ctw

    Certified and Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Rnd Free Size) 8.00 ctw
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  • Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Boyaca Colombian Emerald, Diamond (G-H, I2) (0.37 cts) Ring (Size 7.0) (5.90 g) 6.50 ctw

    Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Boyaca Colombian Emerald, Diamond (G-H, I2) (0.37 cts) Ring (Size 7.0) (5.90 g) 6.50 ctw

    Luxoro AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Boyaca Colombian Emerald and G-H I2 Diamond 6.50 ctw Ring in 14K Yellow Gold (Size 6.0) 5.90 Grams
    Price range: $1,337.99 - $2,229.99
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  • Certified & Appraised Luxoro 10K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Diamond (G-H, I2) Ring (Size 10.0) (4.10 g) 2.10 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Luxoro 10K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Diamond (G-H, I2) Ring (Size 10.0) (4.10 g) 2.10 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Luxoro AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and I2 Diamond 2.10 ctw Ring in 10K Yellow Gold (Size 10.0) 4.10 Grams
    Price range: $899.99 - $941.99
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  • Certified & Appraised Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H I2 Diamond Pendant without Chain 7.15 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H I2 Diamond Pendant without Chain 7.15 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H I2 Diamond Pendant without Chain 7.15 ctw
    $1,439.99 $10,999.99 Compare at price: $10,999.99 (87% Off)
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  • Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and White Zircon Ring in Platinum Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 4.40 ctw

    Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and White Zircon Ring in Platinum Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 4.40 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and White Zircon Ring in Platinum Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0) 4.40 ctw
    $369.99 $1,249.99 Compare at price: $1,249.99 (70% Off)
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  • Luxoro 10K Yellow Gold AAA Crimson Fire Opal, I2 Natural Yellow and White Diamond Ring (Size 6.0) 4 Grams 4.00 ctw

    Luxoro 10K Yellow Gold AAA Crimson Fire Opal, I2 Natural Yellow and White Diamond Ring (Size 6.0) 4 Grams 4.00 ctw

    Luxoro 10K Yellow Gold AAA Crimson Fire Opal, I2 Natural Yellow and White Diamond Ring (Size 6.0) 4 Grams 4.00 ctw
    $2,059.99 $4,899.99 Compare at price: $4,899.99 (58% Off)
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  • Certified & Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Pear Free Size) 11.00 ctw

    Certified & Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Pear Free Size) 11.00 ctw

    Certified and Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Pear Free Size) 11.00 ctw
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  • Certified & Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Ovl Free Size) 11.00 ctw

    Certified & Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Ovl Free Size) 11.00 ctw

    Certified and Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Ovl Free Size) 11.00 ctw
    $1,339.99 $4,499.99 Compare at price: $4,499.99 (70% Off)
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  • Doorbuster Certified & Appraised Rhapsody 950 Platinum AAAA Emerald Beaded Graduation Necklace (18 Inches) with 2 Inch Extender 36.00 ctw

    Doorbuster Certified & Appraised Rhapsody 950 Platinum AAAA Emerald Beaded Graduation Necklace (18 Inches) with 2 Inch Extender 36.00 ctw

    Certified and Appraised Rhapsody AAAA Zambian Emerald Beaded Graduated Necklace in 950 Platinum 36.00 ctw (18-20 Inches)
    Price range: $1,569.99 - $4,659.99
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  • Premium Blush Apatite and Blue Apatite Bracelet in Vermeil Rose Gold Over Sterling Silver (7.25 In) 15.65 ctw

    Premium Blush Apatite and Blue Apatite Bracelet in Vermeil Rose Gold Over Sterling Silver (7.25 In) 15.65 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Blush Apatite and Jalisco Fire Opal Bracelet in Vermeil Rose Gold Over Sterling Silver (7.25 In) 15.15 ctw
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  • Certified & Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Rnd Free Size) 20.00 ctw

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

    Certified and Appraised AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Rnd Free Size) 20.00 ctw
    $2,269.99 $10,499.99 Compare at price: $10,499.99 (78% Off)
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  • Certified & Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring 5 Grams 10.30 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring 5 Grams 10.30 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Iliana AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond 10.30 ctw Ring in 18K Yellow Gold (Size 10.0) 5 Grams
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  • Certified & Appraised Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H I2 White Diamond Ring 6.10 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H I2 White Diamond Ring 6.10 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H I2 White Diamond Ring (Size 10.0) 6.10 ctw
    Price range: $884.99 - $1,474.99
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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
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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
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  • Certified & Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring 4.50 Grams 10.20 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring 4.50 Grams 10.20 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring (Size 10.0) 4.50 Grams 10.20 ctw
    Price range: $2,096.49 - $2,994.99
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  • Certified & Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal Graduated Single Strand Beaded Necklace 18 Inches 90.00 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal Graduated Single Strand Beaded Necklace 18 Inches 90.00 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal Graduated Single Strand Beaded Necklace 18 Inches 90.00 ctw
    $1,342.99 $5,999.99 Compare at price: $5,999.99 (78% Off)
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  • Luxoro 10K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal Solitaire Ring (Del. in 3-5 Days) 6.85 ctw

    Luxoro 10K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal Solitaire Ring (Del. in 3-5 Days) 6.85 ctw

    Certified and Appraised Luxoro 10K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal Solitaire Ring (Size 10.0) 6.85 ctw
    $1,104.99 $5,029.99 Compare at price: $5,029.99 (78% Off)
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  • One Time Only Luxoro 14K Rose Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Natural Champagne and White Diamond (I3) (0.30 cts) Ring (Size 7.0) (4.20 g) 10.35 ctw

    One Time Only Luxoro 14K Rose Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Natural Champagne and White Diamond (I3) (0.30 cts) Ring (Size 7.0) (4.20 g) 10.35 ctw

    Luxoro 14K Rose Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, I3 Natural Champagne and White Diamond Ring (Size 7.0) 4.50 Grams 10.25 ctw
    Price range: $1,297.49 - $1,989.99
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  • Certified & Appraised ILIANA 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Diamond (G-H, SI) (0.55 cts) Halo Ring (5.60 g) 7.40 ctw

    Certified & Appraised ILIANA 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Diamond (G-H, SI) (0.55 cts) Halo Ring (5.60 g) 7.40 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring (Size 10.0) 5.60 Grams 7.40 ctw
    Price range: $2,762.49 - $4,249.99
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  • Certified & Appraised ILIANA 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Halo Ring 5.85 Grams 9.50 ctw

    Certified & Appraised ILIANA 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Halo Ring 5.85 Grams 9.50 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Halo Ring (Size 11.0) 5.85 Grams 9.50 ctw
    Price range: $2,654.99 - $2,949.99
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  • Doorbuster ILIANA 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring 3.76 Grams 7.75 ctw

    Doorbuster ILIANA 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring 3.76 Grams 7.75 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Iliana AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond 7.75 ctw Ring in 18K Yellow Gold (Size 10.0)
    Price range: $1,494.49 - $2,134.99
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  • Doorbuster Certified & Appraised ILIANA 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring 7.85 Grams 12.85 ctw

    Doorbuster Certified & Appraised ILIANA 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring 7.85 Grams 12.85 ctw

    Certified and Appraised Iliana 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring (Size 6.0) 7.85 Grams 12.85 ctw
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  • Certified LUXORO 14K White Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H I2 Diamond Ring 3.66 Grams 3.90 ctw

    Certified LUXORO 14K White Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H I2 Diamond Ring 3.66 Grams 3.90 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Luxoro 14K White Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H I2 Diamond Ring (Size 7.5) 3.90 ctw
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  • Certified & Appraised ILIANA 18K White Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring 4.30 Grams 9.40 ctw

    Certified & Appraised ILIANA 18K White Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring 4.30 Grams 9.40 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Iliana 18K White Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H SI Diamond Ring (Size 10.0) 4.30 Grams 9.40 ctw
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  • Certified & Appraised ILIANA 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal Ring (2.75 g) 8.35 ctw

    Certified & Appraised ILIANA 18K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal Ring (2.75 g) 8.35 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Iliana AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal 8.35 ctw Solitaire Ring in 18K White Gold (Size 10.00
    Price range: $1,163.49 - $1,359.99
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and White Zircon 1.10 ctw Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and White Zircon 1.10 ctw Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and White Zircon 1.40 ctw Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
    $119.99 $439.99 Compare at price: $439.99 (73% Off)
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  • D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Antique Mirror Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in 18K Vermeil YG Over Sterling Silver 3.70 ctw

    D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Antique Mirror Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in 18K Vermeil YG Over Sterling Silver 3.70 ctw

    D'Joy AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 3.70 ctw Antique Mirror Pendant Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
    Price range: $264.99 - $299.99
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 3.20 ctw Prism Blossom Pendant Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 3.20 ctw Prism Blossom Pendant Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 3.20 ctw Prism Blossom Pendant Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
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  • D'Joy Premium Asscher Cut Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 2.65 ctw Prism Crown Pendant Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches

    D'Joy Premium Asscher Cut Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 2.65 ctw Prism Crown Pendant Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches

    D'Joy Premium Asscher Cut Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 2.65 ctw Prism Crown Pendant Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
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  • Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Luxuriant Lab Grown Diamond G-H SI 7.10 ctw Prism Flame Pendant Necklace in 10K Yellow Gold 20 Inches

    Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Luxuriant Lab Grown Diamond G-H SI 7.10 ctw Prism Flame Pendant Necklace in 10K Yellow Gold 20 Inches

    Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Luxuriant Lab Grown Diamond G-H SI 7.10 ctw Prism Flame Pendant Necklace in 10K Yellow Gold 20 Inches
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  • D'Joy Jalisco Fire Opal, White Zircon Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in 18K Vermeil YG Over Sterling Silver 3.75 ctw

    D'Joy Jalisco Fire Opal, White Zircon Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in 18K Vermeil YG Over Sterling Silver 3.75 ctw

    D'Joy Jalisco Fire Opal and White Zircon 3.25 ctw Forest Radiance Pendant Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
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  • D'Joy African Amethyst, White Zircon Ring (Size 5) and Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in 18K Vermeil YG and Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 1.10 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst, White Zircon Ring (Size 5) and Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in 18K Vermeil YG and Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 1.10 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst and White Zircon 1.10 ctw Ring (Size 5) and Pendant Necklace 20 Inches in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold and Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Del. In 10-12 Days)
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  • D'Joy African Amethyst, White Zircon Ring (Size 5.0) and Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.25 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst, White Zircon Ring (Size 5.0) and Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.25 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst and White Zircon 2.25 ctw Ring (Size 5.0) and Pendant Necklace 20 Inches in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Del. In 10-12 Days)
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  • D'Joy African Amethyst, White Zircon Ring (Size 8.0), Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 1.90 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst, White Zircon Ring (Size 8.0), Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 1.90 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst and White Zircon 1.90 ctw Ring (Size 8.0), and Pendant Necklace 20 Inches in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Del. In 10-12 Days)
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  • D'Joy African Amethyst Ring (Size 5.0), Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.00 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst Ring (Size 5.0), Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.00 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst 2.00 ctw Ring (Size 5.0), and Pendant Necklace 20 Inches in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Del. In 10-12 Days)
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  • D'Joy African Amethyst, White Zircon Band Ring (Size 5.0) and Earrings in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.20 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst, White Zircon Band Ring (Size 5.0) and Earrings in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.20 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst, White Zircon 2.20 ctw Band Ring (Size 5.0) and Earrings in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Del. In 10-12 Days)
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  • D'Joy African Amethyst Ring (Size 6.0) and Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.35 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst Ring (Size 6.0) and Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.35 ctw

    D'Joy 2 Piece Set African Amethyst 2.35 ctw Ring (Size 6.0) and Pendant Necklace 20 Inches in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Del. In 10-12 Days)
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  • D'Joy African Amethyst, White Zircon Ring (Size 6.0) and Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 0.70 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst, White Zircon Ring (Size 6.0) and Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 0.70 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst and White Zircon 0.70 ctw Ring (Size 6.0) and Pendant Necklace 20 Inches in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Del. In 10-12 Days)
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  • D'Joy African Amethyst Ring (Size 5.0) and Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 1.30 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst Ring (Size 5.0) and Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 1.30 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst 1.30 ctw Ring (Size 5.0) and Pendant Necklace 20 Inches in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Del. In 10-12 Days)
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  • D'Joy African Amethyst, White Zircon Ring (Size 5.0), Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.50 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst, White Zircon Ring (Size 5.0), Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.50 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst and White Zircon 2.50 ctw Ring (Size 5.0), and Pendant Necklace 20 Inches in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Del. In 10-12 Days)
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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.