October’s official gem is pure magic. Each opal carries a galaxy of colour—flashes of green, blue, pink and fiery red that shift with every movement.

Staff Favourite: 

This eighteen carat yellow gold Victorian opal and diamond ring is a lovely example of timeless quality. This staff pick is available to purchase on the website and in-store. 

Meaning & Lore

Long associated with creativity, intuition and emotional balance, opal is said to inspire imagination and bring a little wonder to everyday life.

Care Tips

• Gentle clean: A soft cloth and lukewarm soapy water.

• Mind the moisture: Store in a padded box away from extreme heat to prevent drying or cracking.

• Last on, first off: Put jewellery on after perfume and remove before swimming or cleaning.

Gift Ideas

• Under £300 – This vintage opal cross pendant

• Under £1,000 – This statement 18ct gold fire opal ring, or bespoke pieces crafted in our Leeds workshop.

From the Bench

Ignite Your October: The Allure of Fire Opals 🔥

Few gemstones capture attention like the fire opal. With its vivid orange-to-red glow, this rare variety of opal brings the warmth of autumn leaves and sunsets to your jewellery box.

What Makes Fire Opals Special

Unlike classic opals with shimmering “play-of-colour,” fire opals are prized for their pure, translucent body colour—fiery oranges, deep tangerines, and flashes of scarlet. Their inner light seems to flicker, making each stone feel alive.

💎 Ask in-store for birthstone pieces – we’re open Tue–Sat 9–5 and happy to show you the latest opal arrivals.