Understanding This Piece
About Opal
Opal is famous for its 'play-of-color' — the kaleidoscopic flashes of rainbow that shift as the stone moves. The effect comes from microscopic silica spheres diffracting light. Australian black and boulder opals command the highest prices, while Ethiopian welo and Mexican fire opals offer broader color ranges at lower prices. Opal scores 5.5–6.5 on Mohs (relatively soft) and contains 3–10% water, so avoid prolonged sun exposure and dry heat that can cause cracking. Opal is the October birthstone.
About Fashion Rings
Fashion rings prioritize design innovation, contemporary trends, or distinctive aesthetic signature over traditional engagement-ring categories. The umbrella covers oversized statement pieces, mixed-media designs, sculptural metalwork, and trend-driven shapes. Every fashion ring at ATL Luxury Jewelers is hand-finished in solid precious metal (not plated alloys) so the design holds up to long-term wear regardless of trend cycle.