



The country has supplied 95% of the world’s Opals since the first Opal discovery in 1850. Originating from the Greek word “ opallios” meaning “to see a change on color,” the Opal’s traditional country of origin is Australia. Some believe that an Opal can promote freedom and independence, as well as stimulate creativity and cosmic consciousness. It is also considered an emotional stone that can reflect the mood of its wearer. The people of the Middle Ages claimed that an Opal possessed the powers of each gemstone that was mimicked in its sheen.ĭespite more recent superstitions positing Opals as bad luck for anyone not born in October, Opals have been associated with good luck for thousands of years. Arabic legends tell tales of Opals that shot down from stormy skies in bolts of lightning. The origins of the Opal gemstone include just about as many colorful legends as the gemstone itself.Īustralian aborigines believed that the creator came to earth on a rainbow, leaving these colorful gemstones where his feet touched the ground. Speaking of nature, did you know there’s a legend that October’s birthstone came to earth over a rainbow? Libras are famously attracted to all things beautiful (be it jewelry, paintings, music, books, and more), and Scorpions will find the Opal gemstone to resonate with their intensely passionate nature. Whether Libra or Scorpio, your October-born loved one will revel in their Opal gemstone jewelry gift. This Water sign, ruled by Pluto and Mars, is considered to be truthful, brave, and passionate. Those celebrating birthdays between October 23 rd and 31 st are Scorpion-born. October-born Libras (those born between October 1 st and October 22 nd) are said to be ruled by planet Venus making this Air sign fair-minded, peaceful, intellectual, and social.Ĭonversely, where Libras are known for their peacefulness, Scorpions are known for their stubbornness. Opal is believed to regulate the energies of planet Venus a planet symbolic of sympathy. What better way to celebrate an October birthday than with a gemstone jewelry design that captures their very essence? Allow us to introduce you to October’s birthstone: The Opal.įor the entire month of October, Rogers & Brooke Jewelers is offering 10% off Opal jewelry – some exclusions may apply, see store for details. The particular gemstone attached to a month’s birthstone provides the jewelry’s wearer with something that encapsulates their soul. There’s something about gemstone jewelry that, when given in celebration of a loved one’s birthday, enhances a gift’s sentimental meaning.
