The latest news from your favourite opal shop.
November 3rd, 2021
With Christmas fast approaching, we do need to start finalising any Custom Setting orders that may need to be fulfilled. The end of the year becomes the busiest period, particularly when it comes to handmade jewellery items. If you are needing custom pieces made, we…
Read More >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…
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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…
Read More >You tell the jeweller that that ring is the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. You just made a marine with 4 combat tours to Iraq tear up. I can’t wait to put this ring on her finger I know she will love it and sir thank you for making this possible. You guys have been awesome you guys are making dreams come true thanks again.
I do have the pendant and it is gorgeous! Thanks so much for the update anyway. We actually went out and priced some chains, as anything I have is much too delicate. The pendant was a birthday gift……….I guess I know what I’m getting for Christmas!
Thanks again Rhys, for all your help. I really do love my “opal from down under” (forgive me)
“Just wanted to thank you and your staff about the absolute wonderful service, patience and reception when my wife and I visited your store back in Oct 2018. We got such an education on Opals and mining when we came in the first time and returned the next day. Despite our modest purchases, you provided such transparency and knowledge, we absolutely treasure the experience ! Thank you ! Absolutely hope to be back one day to visit again.”
Thank you for the great service..I have received my order as per my request, in time to send it to Ireland as a birthday gift. Again thank you for your service.
Just to let you know that the opal ring you made for my mother for the 60th wedding anniversary was a great success. Many thanks.
Pleased to report I received my opals today & they exceeded my expectations. Many thanks.
The opal just arrived, and it is an amazing stone! jaw dropping! Thank you so much for all of you help!
The stone is incredible – more beautiful than I could have imagined – this is the stone we have been searching for at least 10 years. If you are still in communications with the family of the miner who had this in his private collection please tell them that the stone has found a new home where it will be cherished and loved.
To my surprise and delight, I found my ring waiting for me in my mailbox upon arriving home from work today. Seeing it for the first time literally took my breath away. Yes, there was an audible gasp! Pictures can only do so much. Quite honestly, it’s the most beautiful stone I’ve ever seen. We don’t have anything like this in the states. It fits perfectly and is more than I could have ever hoped for. Saying ‘thank you’ feels like an understatement. Please know it will be treasured for a lifetime.
Ring arrived this morning and looks awesome, thank you. My wife to be is going to love it.
