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Opal
3.50 ct black opal, emerald and diamond ring. Set in 18k yellow gold.
  • Celebrating Birthstones , Opal

October Birthstone: What You Need to Know About Opal

October 03, 2017
Opal is the October birthstone – and its play-of-color is so mesmerizing that it borders on magical. From coveted black …
Black opal, sapphire and diamond ring set in 18k yellow gold with black rhodium
  • Featured , Opal

October Birthstone: Where Does Opal Come From?

October 01, 2016
Opal’s kaleidoscopic hues have delighted us for centuries. Loved for its spellbinding play-of-color, this October birthstone seems to be a …
Red 18K gold and 24.60tcw diamond earrings
  • Diamond Cut , Diamond Shapes , Featured , Opal , Ruby

April Birthstone: Diamond Jewelry Gift Ideas for an Aries

April 12, 2016
April Birthstone: Diamond Jewelry Gift Ideas for an Aries Diamond is the April birthstone, and we have some stunning gift ideas …
  • Famous Jewelry , Gemstones , Opal

Famous Birthstone: October’s Sun-god Opal

October 01, 2015
There are three main types of opal: white, black and fire. Some precious opals emit spectral colors from every angle, …
  • Amethyst , Emerald , Garnet , Gemstones , More on Diamonds , Opal , Ruby , Turquoise

Gemstones: Natural Treasures to Celebrate Earth Day

April 22, 2015
Happy Earth Day!  How grateful we are to the Earth for the basic elements that sustain our lives and the …
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