Peter Christianos, Author at Opals Information

Traditionally, what have Opal Jewellery designs been like and how it is changing?

June 21, 2020November 16, 2012 by Peter Christianos

Opal has always inspired the world’s Master Jewellers – Louis Comfort Tiffany, Rene Lalique, Verdura and Cartier to name a few, have all set numerous Opals in astonishing designs.

What is the popularity of free form Opals among consumers?

July 12, 2020November 16, 2012 by Peter Christianos

Given a broad selection from which to choose, notwithstanding budget constraints, most customers prefer free shapes, particularly as they lend themselves to truly ‘one of … Read more

Where else is Opal sourced from and how does it compare to Australian Opal?

July 12, 2020November 16, 2012 by Peter Christianos

Precious Opals are beautiful wherever they are found. Indonesia, Ethiopia, USA, Mexico & Brazil produce around one quarter of annual output in commercial quality stones.

How do you choose an Opal?

June 21, 2020November 16, 2012 by Peter Christianos

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.

Are Black Opals found at Lightning Ridge in New South Wales?

June 21, 2020November 16, 2012 by Peter Christianos

Black Opal is an exceptionally rare and finite Gemstone, the world’s finest Black Opals are found at Lightning Ridge. Contrary to popular misconception even the vast … Read more

Are the colours and patterns seen in opal known as Opalescence?

June 21, 2020November 16, 2012 by Peter Christianos

‘Play of colour’ is the correct term for the iridescent effect and rainbow colours seen in Opal. In contrast Opalescence is correctly applied to the milky … Read more

Opal Quiz

July 13, 2020November 16, 2012 by Peter Christianos

The colours and patterns seen in opal are known as Opalescence. – FALSE
‘Play of colour’ is the correct term for the iridescent effect and rainbow colours seen in Opal. Opalescence is correctly applied to the milky effect seen in common opal or potch, moonstone or opal-glass. It is due to the scattering of light by small particles within the stone.