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Opal Care: Everything you NEED to Know

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Opals are a rarity within nature and, due to their formation, should be treated with the utmost care. Precautions must be taken to prevent the various breaks and damage that can occur during daily wear. There are many myths and rumours circulating online about treating opal in different ways. This article will list care...

Guide to (Surprise) Ring Sizing

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One cannot deny that rings play a significant emotional role in gifts, often being present as a symbol of love, appreciation, and commitment. However, for someone who still wishes to keep the element of surprise, determining the correct ring size (especially when buying for someone who may not often wear rings) can be quite...

Real Talk: Is Opal a Good Choice for Jewellery?

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From opal's first glimpse in the Carpathian mines in pre-Roman times, opal jewellery has captured the hearts of gemstone lovers worldwide. Its captivating play of colour and iridescence has made it a subject of fascination among opal enthusiasts, who often admire its unique characteristics and the stories behind its formation. Throughout history, opal has...

Real or Fake? The Truth About Opal Authenticity

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In today’s fast-moving digital world, staying informed about opal trends and industry insights is more important than ever. With more stores selling opals online at significantly reduced prices, many customers are skipping vital steps like verifying authenticity, instead relying on blind trust. But as the number of synthetic opals and treated opals continues to...

How to Keep Your Jewellery Safe During the Winter Months

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When the temperature drops and the layers pile on, it's easy to forget that, like many other things, your jewellery reacts to the winter weather. Cold air, low humidity, and frequent temperature fluctuations can all affect how your rings, necklaces, and opals wear over time. To help you maintain the allure of your beloved...

How to Choose the Perfect Opal Gift for Mothers Day

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Mother's Day is a time to honor the women who have given us so much — love, wisdom, and endless support. We chatted with our team — from mums themselves to those who know a thing or two about picking gifts for theirs — and here’s what came up most often.

Why February? The Origin of Valentines

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Most know Valentine’s Day as a celebration of love, but did you know its origins are steeped in defiance, miracles, and secret devotion? According to legend, Saint Valentine restored sight to a jailer’s blind daughter—yet his story doesn’t end there. Some say he penned a final letter to her, signing it "Your Valentine." Others...

Opal, the birthstone of October

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Opal, the birthstone of October What is a birthstone? Birthstones are gems that are associated with a birth month, each stone has a unique meaning and significance. Since the 5th century a.D., people connected a certain gem to a certain month or astrological alignment and thought that they would receive therapeutic benefits for wearing...