The Diamond Store Blog

Opal rings are not usually on the radar of most people looking to buy some interesting but different jewellery. It is less common than other precious stones such as diamonds or rubies but it is just as attractive to look at.

Opal rings are typically made from white gold or yellow gold and are available in a range of different shapes, styles and sizes. Black opals tend to be the rarest and most expensive but colours can range from red to blue to yellow. They are typically found in Russia, America and parts of Africa but they are more commonly found in Australia. The most popular and most common colour for an opal is a milky white opal. They are a very distinct and individual looking gemstone which could explain their rise in popularity especially as it is the birthstone for those who are born in October.

Opal doublets and triplets are composite stones that are made by positioning a thin layer of opal on top of a chunk of glass or less expensive gemstone which is typically found on cheaper piece of opal jewellery. When examining the opal, look for indicators which could show that it has been stacked. You should also check to see if the top of the stone matches the base of the stone.

Celebrities around the world are notorious for their love of extravagant jewellery. Most notably, stars such as Elizabeth Taylor and Jackie O had exquisite taste in jewellery and splashed out on a number of pieces such as necklaces, earrings and an expensive emerald bracelet.

Previously the most precious and best quality emeralds came from Egypt, Austria, and Afghanistan. However, nowadays, Columbia is amongst the top countries to find expensive emeralds as well as Zambia, Brazil, Zimbabwe, Madagascar, Pakistan, India, Afghanistan, and Russia.

There is an enormous market for expensive emerald bracelet away from the rich and famous. The reason why emeralds are now so expensive is because of their rarity but is also because of their cut, colour and carat.

It is not uncommon to see emeralds being teamed up with diamonds on bracelets, most especially tennis bracelets which explains why they are so highly priced. However, it is possibly to find an affordable alternative to an expensive emerald bracelet. Buying a bracelet which contains smaller but just as stunning emeralds can reduce the price significantly and it is always worth shopping around and doing some research before you purchase your expensive emerald bracelet.

You will look as glamorous as Jackie O in no time at all!