Opal Odyssey

Opal Earrings — The Most Underrated Piece in Your Jewellery Box

Opal earrings are one of the most wearable and versatile pieces of opal jewellery — yet they're often overlooked. Here's why they deserve a place in every collection.

Why I Name My Jewellery After Australian Places

Learn why every Iona Opal Australia piece is named after an Australian place, inspired by decades exploring Australia's landscapes and opal fields.

The Questions Customers Ask Me Most — and What They Actually Reveal About Buying Opal

After many years of selling and making opal jewellery, I've noticed that the questions people ask reveal a lot about what buyers are really worried about. Here I answer the ones I hear most — from ...

An Australian Opal Specialist Answers the Questions We See Asked Online Every Week

Every week I see the same opal questions asked online — and too often the answers are incomplete, misleading, or written by someone who's never actually held a stone. I'm an Australian born and bre...

Opal Rings: A Style Guide for Every Hand Shape

The right opal ring can make any hand look beautiful. Here's how to think about shape, setting, and stone size depending on your hand.

Opal Jewellery Trends for 2026

From freeform cuts to boulder opal's rising profile, here's what's shaping opal jewellery in 2026 — and why solid Australian opal sits right at the centre of it.

How Australian Opal Forms: The 100-Million-Year Story

Australian opal didn't form from heat and pressure like most gemstones. It formed from water. Here's the fascinating 100-million-year story of how it happens.

What Does Your Opal Colour Say About You?

The opal colour you're drawn to says more than you might think. From rare red fire to rolling blue-green, here's what your favourite opal colour reveals about your personality.

Why No Two Opals Are Ever the Same

No two opals are ever identical — and it's not a coincidence. Here's the fascinating geological reason why every solid Australian opal is genuinely one of a kind.

Can You Wear Opal in the Shower? Everything You Need to Know About Opal and Water

Can you wear opal in the shower? The answer depends entirely on which type of opal you have. Here's a clear guide to opal, water, and daily wear.