Opal reflects nearly every color of the rainbow. In the ancient history of the Aborigines of Australia it is said that the creator came to Earth on a rainbow to bring the message of peace to humanity. When his foot touched the ground the stones became alive and sparkled with all the colors of the rainbow. The name opal probably comes from the Sanskrit upala, meaning valuable stone, it was known to the Greeks as opallios, and to the Romans as opalus.

Long believed to be a stone of healing, opal is also said to remove depression and help the wearer find true love. The Romans thought is represented hope and purity, while the Greeks believed it to symbolize foresight and prophesy. Prized throughout history, opal can be found in the crown jewels of France Napoleon gave Josephine an opal called “The Burning of Troy”.

Pink Tourmaline is also a birthstone for October.

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