October | Opal & Tourmaline
by Jourdan Block
June 7, 2021
Opal and tourmaline are the two birthstones for October. Both of these gemstones are known for their endless color combinations and are believed ...
Optical Effects of Phenomenal Cabochons
by Jourdan Block
March 17, 2021
Opal, labradorite and moonstone form in microscopic layers of material that are successively stacked upon each other, giving rise to phenomena based on these unique structures.
Dyed-in-the-Wool Opals?
by Jourdan Block
February 23, 2021
Purple opals exist but are not known to display play-of-color like these specimens do.
Ignite Your Passion for Opals
by Jourdan Block
February 23, 2021
Opal evaluation should be done under controlled lighting on a dark background.
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