It is a very personal choice, especially given the extremely diverse nature of Opals to choose from. As a rule ‘don’t buy the first one you see’, straight away at least, look around and educate yourself.
Then follow your heart and instinct – if they lead you back to your first choice so be it! Our advice is, do not purchase a synthetic stone or a man-made composite – doublet or triplet, these must be disclosed as such by the seller, a good vendor will be pleased and able to offer natural alternatives in your price range.
Go with the Glow not the Flow! bolda – ‘Opal-hearted Collection’ – Follow your heart!