Opal Necklaces

Opals vary in price depending on their rarity and the respective value of their hue. Some opals can cost a few hundred dollars while others cost thousands of dollars. Generally, the darker the opal, the more it costs.

Through the centuries, opal has been credited with affecting many things, from hope, to luck, to sacral health. In modern times, opal is most often known for being the October birthstone. Today, opal can also signify the wearer’s preference for the unique beauty this gemstone offers. 

A white opal is an opal that has a lightly colored body, most often appearing as white or creamy hue. Within the stone are the trademark flecks that change as the lighting does, reflecting many different colors, adding allure to the enigmatic gemstone.

Opals come in a large array of colors, from charcoal to ivory, and every shade in between. Fire opals, often from Mexico, are brilliantly red, while other opals around the world include vivid blues and deep purples. All opals contain multifaceted specks that seem to hold an entire rainbow inside of them.

Yes, opal is one of the most unique birthstones. It's the gem for October, but anyone can wear an opal pendant or other jewelry with this colorful gem. 

The unique appearance of this gem is what has made opal necklaces so popular. An opal showcases a phenomenon that sets it apart from other gemstones. Opals usually have at least two color profiles, creating a special play-of-color effect that seemingly glitters. An opal will typically have an overarching body color like black or white that is punctuated by specks of secondary or even rainbow colors that capture light. The result is a gemstone with glittering spots that dance within softer base colors. To put it simply, there’s no other stone quite like opal.

Opals are soft gemstones when compared to tougher stones like sapphires, but they can still be worn in many jewelry styles. Necklaces are one of the best options for wearing opals and offer some of the best durability for this gem. An opal necklace will not be as durable as a diamond necklace, but it can still bring style for years to come when properly cared for. 

Gemstones are assessed by their color, cut, clarity, and size. Visit our gemstone guide to learn more. 

Our artisan opal necklaces are stylish pieces for any jewelry collection. Choose from opal pendants in white gold or yellow gold. Solitaire opal pendant necklaces are the most affordable style while ornate opal and diamond halo pendants offer additional brilliance. Explore our full selection of opal pendant necklaces to find the perfect fit.

The best way to clean an opal pendant is to polish the chain with a specialized jewelry polishing cloth. If you need to clean the opal, wipe it gently with a soft cloth. You should avoid ultrasonic cleaners, sudden temperature changes, chemical exposure, or cosmetics exposure. Visit our gemstone care and cleaning guide to learn more about caring for opal necklaces. 

Stylish opal necklaces are excellent gifts. They are perfect bridesmaid gifts, birthday presents, graduation gifts, and even anniversary presents. 

Some gemstones receive enhancements to improve their durability and beauty. Visit our gemstone enhancement guide to learn more. 

The price of an opal necklace will depend on the quality of the opal, the metals used and any additional gems in the piece. Our opal necklaces start at a few hundred dollars and go up to over a thousand dollars.

With proper care, you can wear your opal pendant daily. Follow the last on, first off rule to protect your opal necklace. This means putting your opal pendant necklace on as the last thing you do when getting ready, and removing it first before using any lotions or makeup removers. You should also store your opal pendant in a felt-lined jewelry box or its original packaging.