Every birth month is connected to a different gemstone. Those lucky enough to have an October birthday get to enjoy the mesmerizing opal as their birthstone. Opals are known for the range of shimmering colors that dance across their surface and create a striking optical effect. October’s birthstone is popular in necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings and more.
Opal was admired by many cultures throughout the ancient world, each giving it a unique meaning. In Arabic lore, opals fell from heaven in the form of lightning, while the Greeks believed they could protect against disease and bestow the gift of prophecy. Opal's shifting rainbow of colors has inspired writers to compare it to volcanos, fireworks, galaxies and more.