Opals have been used throughout history, prized as one of the most unusual and stunning gemstones. Philospher Pliny the Elder wrote about the beauty of of Opals all the way back in 77 AD - naming it one of the most highly prized and valuable of all gemstones in the Empire!
Opals have been used in the crowns of kings - the Crown Jewels of France and Hungary include an extensive selection of Opals. The Crown of the Holy Roman Empire contained an Opal stone. Napoleon presented his Empress with a magnificent Opal with brilliant red flashes - "The Burning of Troy".
Queen Victoria was a lover of Opals and wore them throughout her reign, making Opals the highest in fashion in the British Empire for long after her reign ended!
It wasn't long before famous designers such as Tiffany, Lilque and Cartier began using Opals in their designs - and they have been extremely popular ever since!
So next time you think about slipping on an Opal delight, think of the regal style and famous history contained within the brilliant colours of this amazing gemstone.
Come back next week to learn something new about nature's most varied precious gemstone...
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