OPAL EDUCATION

lightning ridge black opal B3 When people ask what makes one opal more valuable than another, the answer is usually brightness . Brightness refers to how brilliant and intense the colours appear within the stone. In many cases, brightness is the single most important factor affecting the value of an opal. Understanding how brightness is graded can help you purchase an opal with confidence. What Is Opal Brightness? Opal brightness describes how strong and vivid the play-of-col

A Simple Guide to Buying Australian Opal By Jack the Jeweller Australian opal is one of the most captivating gemstones found anywhere in the world. Its shifting colours, natural patterns, and individuality make it unlike any other stone used in jewellery. Many people find buying opal is both exciting and a little overwhelming because every stone is so different, it can be difficult to know what to look out for or how to judge quality. This guide is designed to help you unders