In the world of jewelry, opal inhabits a space reserved for few gems. It is classified as a “mineraloid” because it lacks crystal in its mineral makeup. It doesn’t sparkle or glitter, like most ...

Opals are some of the most unique gemstones on Earth. They range from milky white to fiery red and deep blue-green, and all have a kaleidoscope of shimmering colors within, called play-of-color. Here ...

Think of Wwake, and you think of opals. They’re usually rendered in teeny-tiny, constellation-like earrings, rings, and chain necklaces; when Wing Yau launched the line five years ago, she set the ...

Opals have a curious history. The gemstone, which is softer and can chip more easily than other precious baubles, is suddenly back in the spotlight. Much like the recent comeback of old mine cut ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Opals might not be quite as favored with today’s queens, princesses, and duchesses as they were with ...

Villagers in Ethiopia uncover rare black opal nearly 10,000 ft high, reshaping the global gem market with vibrant stones.

Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. What if the bad luck stone turns out to be good? It all started out so ...