All of Nature’s splendour seems to be reflected in the manifold opulence of fine opals: fire and lightening, all the colours of the rainbow and the soft shine of far seas. Australia is the classical country of region. Almost 95% of all fine opals come from the dry and remote outback deserts, Australia. The Roman…
The name Opal was probably derived from Sanskrit “upala”, meaning “valuable stone”. This was probably the root for the Greek term “Opallios”, or a “stone from several elements”. So, the ancient Romans may already have had an inkling why Opals show such a striking play of colours. Unlike most gems, Australian Opals are infinitely varied…
All of Nature’s splendour seems to be reflected in the manifold opulence of fine opals: fire and lightening, all the colours of the rainbow and the soft shine of far seas. Australia is the classical country of region. Almost 95% of all fine opals come from the dry and remote outback deserts, Australia. Numerous legends…
The Australian South Sea Pearl is the rarest and most highly prized pearls in the world. The pearling process begins in the pristine coastal waters of North Western Australia. Their natural lustre and size are unequalled by any other pearl. There are five virtues of fine pearls that define their value; Lustre, Size, Shape, Complexion…
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There are many factors affecting the value of Opal. The type of Opal, body tone, brilliance, pattern and colour all play significant roles in determining the value. Type of Opal First of all, it is important to identify the type of the Opal. The Black Opal is considered the most valuable Opal; it is the rarest Opal. People…
Internationally renowned jewellery house, specialising in Australian Opals, South Sea Pearls and Pink diamonds. Established in 1992, Cosmopolitan Jewellers has gained an unsurpassed reputation for excellence in design, manufacturing and service. Known as Sydney’s best Pearl and Opal jewellery Sydney store, we are Australia’s largest retailer of designer Black Opal, Boulder Opal and Crystal Opal…
What are the different types of Opals and where are they mined? Opal have been mined for thousands of years but since early last century over 90% of the world’s precious Opal have been mined in Australia. There are three main types of Opals mined here and they come from three distinct areas of the…