The latest news from your favourite opal shop.
April 28th, 2021
Australian Geographic has released a fantastic short documentary on the search for opalised fossils in Lightning Ridge (NSW) - the home of the rare Black Opal. It shows the relationships between opal miners, and palaeontologists in the Lightning Ridge opal fields as they unearth fossils…
Read More >March 25th, 2021
Triplet Opals. These are a partially fabricated gemstone, consisting of a fine sliver of light opal (usually 0.5mm thick), adhered to a dark backing (Vitrolite - a blackened industrial glass), and with a clear synthetic capping. They are created to give the appearance of rare…
Read More >March 16th, 2021
The 2021 Easter School Holidays are fast approaching (starting from Good Friday (we are closed that day) on April 2nd, through to April 18th), and though restrictions have eased considerably since this time last year, we still have customer limits in place to ensure adequate…
Read More >March 12th, 2021
It’s becoming apparent that loved-up couples are wanting more than just a diamond to show off when they say, ‘I do’. In previous articles we have explored what to look for in an engagement ring using opal, and also why there could be a shift,…
Read More >March 8th, 2021
So, you’ve fallen in love with Australian Opal, and want one for your self, but you’re a little confused as to how some opals are worth more? Let’s break down, in simplified terms, how Australian Opal is valued. It comes down to these factors; Rarity…
Read More >February 10th, 2021
We absolutely adore Crystal Opal here at Opals Down Under. The versatility of Crystal Opal, with its translucency and clarity adapting to the skin-tone of the wearer, or adopting the body tone of whatever is placed behind it, is unlike any of the other Opals…
Read More >November 24th, 2020
As of the week beginning November 29, 2020, customers accessing us from the South (Northbound traffic), including traffic from Caloundra and Steve Irwin Way, please note there will be changes. Exit 190 (which is the current exit to gain access to Frizzo Road, Aussie World,…
Read More >June 11th, 2020
Move over diamonds, there’s a generation of lovers that are saying yes to unique, coloured gemstones over the four-carat princess-cut diamonds in engagement rings. A recent study by Allianz Insurance discovered that engagement rings using unconventional (and therefore less expensive) coloured gems, such as Opal,…
Read More >May 14th, 2020
SCRATCH PATCH IS OPEN - PLEASE BOOK AHEAD IN SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. We've had quite a few enquiries as to when our Scratch Patch Gem Fossicking areas will re-open. At this stage, nothing is completely clear, but we envisage that we would be looking at either…
Read More >March 22nd, 2020
With everything going on right now (as of March 22), we are still monitoring Government regulations and restrictions. Currently, we are still open and trading 9am to 5pm, and adhering to health & safety guidelines, as well as handling online enquiries. All online orders are…
Read More >December 9th, 2019
Bruce Highway Upgrade - accessing us.Customers please note, with another stage of the Bruce Highway upgrade taking effect at the end of this week, there'll be a major change in getting to us from the south (Northbound traffic).Northbound motorists accessing Palmview, Glenview, and the Aussie…
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November 25th, 2019
Another year, gone like that. It’s already time to start finalising your online orders with us, to ensure that they will arrive in time for Christmas. We're currently in the process of migrating our current website to the new format, in time for all the…
Read More >Just letting you know that I collected the ring today and I love it!
I can’t thank you enough for your advice, prompt responses and help with getting everything sorted for me (us). It has been a very smooth process and I’m glad I chose you and your company for the ring.
Thanks again foe all your help. Very much appreciated. I will make sure to give you a great review once I have popped the question.
I just received the pendant. Incredible! Thank you so much for all your work in getting this completed for me.
My long awaited jewels have arrived. They are stunning! I can’t stop staring at them from different angles to admire the rolling waves of different colors. The ring opal is so large it practically covers full width of my finger. And the pendant is so lovely, diamonds dress it up so well, love both settings. These are truly major pieces of jewelry – my husband’s B’day gift for me. I still regret that I did not have you guys set my black opal, your jeweler does an amazing job. Thank you all so so much!
Hi Rhys and Co.,
The new website looks great! It looks very sophisticated and navigation is easy.
Cheers,
The customer service at Opals Down Under is awesome, they had the patience to spend several months going back and forth finding the right opal and right settings and went above and beyond being helpful and took pictures of multiple opals from different angles to give a better perspective to put together a beautiful unique one of a kind ring. I now have a fiancée who is in love with her ring. I can’t say enough good things and would recommend Opals Down Under to anyone looking for an Opal.
Got the ring and it’s not even remotely comparable to the pictures in how good it looks in person. I’m extremely impressed and so was the receiver. This was the big ring for me and I couldn’t have asked for better quality.
WE LOVE THE RING!!! Thank you SO much it is gorgeous! Really appreciate all of your efforts and patience with me whilst I made up my mind! Brilliant work!
Outstanding. Took the grandkids here for fossicking and well worth it. They can spend ages looking for various gemstones in 2 gravel pits and a sand pit. 1 pit is covered for all weather. On weekends the jeweller is not working but we were treated to an interesting talk and viewing of the opals by the Assistant Manager. My younger Granddaughter was not tall enough and an observant and helpful worker brought out a step stool for her. I was apologetic about the sunscreen she smeared all over the glass as she leaned on it but it was no problem to them. The grounds are nice I can imagine taking a picnic there. Would have to check if that is ok. Plenty of photo props for the kids and lush areas. Light refreshments are available with a coffee machine and cold drinks plus you can buy a packet of biscuits. You can buy plastic containers in two sizes and whatever gemstones fit in from the fossicking can be taken home. Children can dig out many then select the best ones. They can compare them against the chart provided to learn their names and try to find each one. I would advise parents to get a container for themselves. it is very tempting to get bossy about which rocks the kids should keep there are many beautiful samples. The rocks are tactile and interesting. You can wash them there but we saved it for the next day and got to wash and dry them and relive the fun over again. It is a very tactile experience. Plenty of affordable shop items for those who can’t stretch to an opal. (That was us ha ha). My Grandies were 11 and 5 and both loved it. I saw plenty of dads having a good dig too. Will definitely take them again. Staff were very welcoming and patient. An excellent outing. Next time I will take my parents and grandkids. It’s definitely a great intergenerational experience.
Just wanted to let you all know my opal pendant arrived safely today and I love it! Thank you all so much 🙂 (23/11/20)
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Glenview QLD 4553
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