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 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
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (7.25 In) 14.50 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (7.25 In) 14.50 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 16.40 ctw Frozen Symphony Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (8.00 In)
    Price range: $379.99 - $499.99
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 1.85 ctw Ring in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver (Size 7.0)

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 1.85 ctw Ring in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver (Size 7.0)

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 1.85 ctw Ring in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver (Size 7.0)
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 1.85 ctw Ring in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver (Size 9.5)

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 1.85 ctw Ring in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver (Size 9.5)

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 1.85 ctw Ring in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver (Size 9.5)
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  • Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal Solitaire Ring (Size 10.0) (4.15 g) 6.50 ctw

    Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal Solitaire Ring (Size 10.0) (4.15 g) 6.50 ctw

    Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal Solitaire Ring (Size 10.0) 4.15 Grams 5.65 ctw
    Price range: $485.00 - $969.99
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  • Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Boulder Opal Doublet, Boyaca Colombian Emerald, White Diamond (I2) (0.16 cts) Glacier Reflection Ring (Size 6.0) 4.90 ctw

    Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Boulder Opal Doublet, Boyaca Colombian Emerald, White Diamond (I2) (0.16 cts) Glacier Reflection Ring (Size 6.0) 4.90 ctw

    Luxoro AAA Boulder Opal Doublet, Boyaca Colombian Emerald and I2 Diamond 4.90 ctw Glacier Reflection Ring in 14K Yellow Gold (Size 6.0)
    Price range: $1,007.99 - $1,679.99
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  • Certified & Appraised Luxoro 10K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Songea Sapphire and G-H I2 Diamond Ring (Size 10.0) 2.75 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Luxoro 10K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Songea Sapphire and G-H I2 Diamond Ring (Size 10.0) 2.75 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Luxoro 10K Yellow Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Songea Sapphire, Diamond (G-H, I2) (0.25 cts) Ring (Size 5.5) 2.75 ctw
    Price range: $570.00 - $1,139.99
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  • D'Joy Mexican Cherry Fire Opal, Moissanite Sunset Spark Band Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 0.50 ctw

    D'Joy Mexican Cherry Fire Opal, Moissanite Sunset Spark Band Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 0.50 ctw

    D'Joy Mexican Cherry Fire Opal and Moissanite 0.50 ctw Sunset Spark Band Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 5.0)
    $67.99 $319.99 Compare at price: $319.99 (79% Off)
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and White Zircon 5.20 ctw Bracelet in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver (7.50 In)

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and White Zircon 5.20 ctw Bracelet in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver (7.50 In)

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and White Zircon 5.20 ctw Bracelet in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver (7.50 In)
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  • Vinicunca Peruvian Opal 3.24 ctw Ring (Size 9.0) and Pendant in Sterling Silver

    Vinicunca Peruvian Opal 3.24 ctw Ring (Size 9.0) and Pendant in Sterling Silver

    Vinicunca Peruvian Opal 3.24 ctw Ring (Size 9.0) and Pendant in Sterling Silver
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  • Premium Peruvian Pink Opal (Hrt 12 mm) 4.22 ctw

    Premium Peruvian Pink Opal (Hrt 12 mm) 4.22 ctw

    Premium Peruvian Pink Opal (Hrt 12 mm) 4.22 ctw
    $29.99 $119.99 Compare at price: $119.99 (75% Off)
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  • Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal 5.16 ctw Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 18 Inches (26 g)

    Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal 5.16 ctw Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 18 Inches (26 g)

    Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal 5.16 ctw Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 18 Inches (26 g)
    $429.99 $1,139.99 Compare at price: $1,139.99 (62% Off)
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  • D'Joy Shades of Fire Opal 3.85 ctw Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0)

    D'Joy Shades of Fire Opal 3.85 ctw Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0)

    D'Joy Tanzanite Chrysanthemum Flower Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 5.60 ctw (Size 6.0)
    Price range: $142.49 - $229.99
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  • D'Joy Premium Mangoro Aquamarine 0.85 ctw Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 18-20 Inches

    D'Joy Premium Mangoro Aquamarine 0.85 ctw Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 18-20 Inches

    D'Joy Mozambique Garnet 1.10 ctw Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver (18-20 Inches)
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  • TLV D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Pendant Necklace (18 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.80 ctw

    TLV D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Pendant Necklace (18 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.80 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Moissanite 2.50 ctw Aurora Prism Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 18 Inches
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  • EverTrue Ethiopian Welo Opal, White Zircon Ring in Platinum Bond (Size 10.0) 1.85 ctw

    EverTrue Ethiopian Welo Opal, White Zircon Ring in Platinum Bond (Size 10.0) 1.85 ctw

    EverTrue Ethiopian Welo Opal and White Zircon 1.85 ctw Ring in Platinum Bond (Size 5.0)
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0) 4.25 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0) 4.25 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 4.25 ctw Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0)
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  • D'Joy Tanzanite, Multi Gemstone Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 4.40 ctw

    D'Joy Tanzanite, Multi Gemstone Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 4.40 ctw

    D'Joy Tanzanite and Multi Gemstone 4.40 ctw Geometrical Arab Art Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (20 Inches)
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  • Certified & Appraised D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Paraiba Tourmaline and Moissanite Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) (Ships in 5-7 Days) 4.60 ctw

    Certified & Appraised D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Paraiba Tourmaline and Moissanite Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) (Ships in 5-7 Days) 4.60 ctw

    Certified & Appraised D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Paraiba Tourmaline and Moissanite 4.60 ctw Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0)
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  • D'Joy Natural Australian Opal, Moissanite Pendant in 14K YG Over Sterling Silver with ION Plated YG Stainless Steel Necklace (20 Inches) 0.80 ctw

    D'Joy Natural Australian Opal, Moissanite Pendant in 14K YG Over Sterling Silver with ION Plated YG Stainless Steel Necklace (20 Inches) 0.80 ctw

    D'Joy Natural Australian Opal and Moissanite 0.80 ctw Pendant in 14K YG Over Sterling Silver with ION Plated YG Stainless Steel Necklace (20 Inches)
    $49.99 $299.99 Compare at price: $299.99 (83% Off)
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  • D'Joy Princess Cut AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 5.15 ctw

    D'Joy Princess Cut AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 5.15 ctw

    D'Joy Princess Cut AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 5.00 ctw Aurora Flame Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
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  • TLV D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 3.00 ctw

    TLV D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 3.00 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Moissanite 3.00 ctw Aurora Prism Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0)
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  • Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Celestial Swirl Ring in 14K YG and Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 1.00 ctw

    Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Moissanite Celestial Swirl Ring in 14K YG and Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 1.00 ctw

    Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Moissanite 1.00 ctw Celestial Swirl Ring in 14K Yellow Gold and Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 7.0)
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  • D'Joy Assher Cut AAA Canadian Ammolite and Multi Gemstone 5.10 ctw Prism Frame Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches

    D'Joy Assher Cut AAA Canadian Ammolite and Multi Gemstone 5.10 ctw Prism Frame Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches

    D'Joy Asscher Cut AAA Canadian Ammolite and Multi Gemstone 5.10 ctw Prism Frame Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
    $269.99 $1,849.99 Compare at price: $1,849.99 (85% Off)
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  • D'Joy Mozambique Garnet Pendant Necklace (20 Inches)

    D'Joy Mozambique Garnet Pendant Necklace (20 Inches)

    D'Joy Mozambique Garnet 1.20 ctw Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
    Price range: $59.99 - $103.99
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  • Doorbuster Certified & Appraised Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Peridot Beaded Graduation Necklace 18-20 Inches with Extender 140.00 ctw

    Doorbuster Certified & Appraised Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAA Peridot Beaded Graduation Necklace 18-20 Inches with Extender 140.00 ctw

    Certified & Appraised Luxoro 14K Yellow Gold AAAA London Blue Topaz Beaded Necklace 18-20 Inches 80.00 ctw
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  • Mozambique Garnet 3 Stone Ring in Platinum Over Sterling Silver 1.15 ctw

    Mozambique Garnet 3 Stone Ring in Platinum Over Sterling Silver 1.15 ctw

    D'Joy Mozambique Garnet 1.20 ctw 3 Stone Ring in Platinum Over Sterling Silver 1.10 ctw (Size 10.0)
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  • D'Joy Lab Grown Emerald and Moissanite 2.90 ctw Ring in 18K Vermeil Rose Gold Over Sterling Silver

    D'Joy Lab Grown Emerald and Moissanite 2.90 ctw Ring in 18K Vermeil Rose Gold Over Sterling Silver

    D'Joy Lab Grown Emerald and Moissanite 2.90 ctw Ring in 18K Vermeil Rose Gold Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0)
    Price range: $129.99 - $189.99
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  • D'Joy Lab Grown Emerald and Moissanite Ring in 18K Vermeil Rose Gold Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 3.10 ctw

    D'Joy Lab Grown Emerald and Moissanite Ring in 18K Vermeil Rose Gold Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 3.10 ctw

    D'Joy Lab Grown Emerald and Moissanite 3.10 ctw Ring in 18K Vermeil Rose Gold Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0)
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  • D'Joy Ethiopian Welo Opal and Moissanite 2.30 ctw Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver

    D'Joy Ethiopian Welo Opal and Moissanite 2.30 ctw Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver

    D'Joy Ethiopian Welo Opal and Moissanite 2.30 ctw Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0)
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  • AAAA Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet (Oval 11x9 mm) 2.00 ctw

    AAAA Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet (Oval 11x9 mm) 2.00 ctw

    AAAA Australian Black Ridge Opal Triplet (Oval 11x9 mm) 2.00 ctw
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  • D'Joy Orissa Rhodolite Garnet White Zircon Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 1.42 (Size 5.0) 1.46 ctw

    D'Joy Orissa Rhodolite Garnet White Zircon Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 1.42 (Size 5.0) 1.46 ctw

    D'Joy Orissa Rhodolite Garnet and White Zircon 1.45 ctw Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 5.0)
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  • D'Joy Mozambique Garnet Earrings in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 1.80 ctw

    D'Joy Mozambique Garnet Earrings in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 1.80 ctw

    D'Joy Mozambique Garnet 1.80 ctw Earrings in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 5.30 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0) 5.30 ctw

    D'Joy Ethiopian Welo Opal Bloom Ring in 18K Vermeil YG and Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 5.30 ctw (Size 5.0)
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  • D'Joy Elysian Opal (Triplet) and White Zircon 6.75 ctw City Skylines Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 18 Inches

    D'Joy Elysian Opal (Triplet) and White Zircon 6.75 ctw City Skylines Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 18 Inches

    D'Joy Elysian Opal (Triplet) and White Zircon 6.75 ctw City Skylines Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 18 Inches
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  • D'Joy Elysian Opal (Triplet) and White Zircon 8.00 ctw City Skylines Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (7.25 In)

    D'Joy Elysian Opal (Triplet) and White Zircon 8.00 ctw City Skylines Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (7.25 In)

    D'Joy Elysian Opal (Triplet) and White Zircon 8.00 ctw City Skylines Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (7.25 In)
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  • D'Joy Shades of Fire Opal 19.20 ctw Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (6.50-8.0In)

    D'Joy Shades of Fire Opal 19.20 ctw Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver (6.50-8.0In)

    D'Joy Multi Gemstone 41.00 ctw Chrysanthemum Flower Bracelet in Rhodium Over Sterling Silve (6.50-8.0In)
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  • AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Ovl Free Size) 7.50 ctw

    AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Ovl Free Size) 7.50 ctw

    AAAA Ethiopian Welo Opal (Ovl Free Size) 7.50 ctw
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  • AAAA Crimson Fire Opal (Ovl 9x7 mm) 1.00 ctw

    AAAA Crimson Fire Opal (Ovl 9x7 mm) 1.00 ctw

    AAAA Crimson Fire Opal (Ovl 9x7 mm) 1.00 ctw
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  • Luxoro 10K White Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Diamond (G-H, I2) Ring 4.40 ctw

    Luxoro 10K White Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal, Diamond (G-H, I2) Ring 4.40 ctw

    Luxoro 10K White Gold AAA Ethiopian Welo Opal and G-H I2 Diamond Ring (Size 10.0) 4.40 ctw
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  • D'Joy Orissa Rhodolite Garnet and White Zircon Pendant Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches 2.20 ctw

    D'Joy Orissa Rhodolite Garnet and White Zircon Pendant Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches 2.20 ctw

    D'Joy Orissa Rhodolite Garnet and White Zircon 2.20 ctw Pendant Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
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  • D'Joy African Amethyst Ring (Size 5.0) and Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.40 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst Ring (Size 5.0) and Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 2.40 ctw

    D'Joy African Amethyst 2.40 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 Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 1.75 ctw Frostfire Valley Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 1.75 ctw Frostfire Valley Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 1.75 ctw Frostfire Valley Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
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  • D'Joy Mozambique Garnet Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 1.50 ctw

    D'Joy Mozambique Garnet Pendant Necklace (20 Inches) in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 1.50 ctw

    D'Joy Mozambique Garnet 1.50 ctw Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
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  • D'Joy Mozambique Garnet and White Zircon 1.10 ctw Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches

    D'Joy Mozambique Garnet and White Zircon 1.10 ctw Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches

    D'Joy Mozambique Garnet and White Zircon 1.10 ctw Pendant Necklace in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver 20 Inches
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  • EverTrue Ethiopian Welo Opal, Mozambique Garnet Ring in Platinum Bond (Size 10.0) 0.90 ctw

    EverTrue Ethiopian Welo Opal, Mozambique Garnet Ring in Platinum Bond (Size 10.0) 0.90 ctw

    EverTrue Ethiopian Welo Opal and Mozambique Garnet 0.90 ctw Ring in Platinum Bond (Size 8.0)
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  • D'Joy Premium Mexican Cherry Fire Opal Beaded Necklace (18-20 Inches) in 18K Vermeil YG Over Sterling Silver 42.00 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Mexican Cherry Fire Opal Beaded Necklace (18-20 Inches) in 18K Vermeil YG Over Sterling Silver 42.00 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Mexican Cherry Fire Opal 42.00 ctw Beaded Necklace in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 18-20 Inches
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  • D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Ring in 18K Vermeil YG Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0) 2.50 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal, Multi Gemstone Ring in 18K Vermeil YG Over Sterling Silver (Size 6.0) 2.50 ctw

    D'Joy Premium Ethiopian Welo Opal and Multi Gemstone 2.50 ctw Fire & Light Ring in 18K Vermeil Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver (Size 10.0)
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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.