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Opal Jewelry
Our opal jewelry and opalite jewelry collection brings together two of the most beloved opalescent stones in demi-fine gold filled, 14k solid gold, and sterling silver designs. Explore rings, studs, earrings, and necklaces crafted with genuine opal known for its dazzling play-of-color, alongside opalite jewelry with a soft, opalescent glow. Discover October’s birthstone and find timeless pieces that celebrate beauty, meaning, and individuality.
Note: Natural opal is a rare gemstone formed over millions of years, prized for its unique flashes of color, while opalite is a man-made glass loved for its smooth, ethereal appearance. Our opal jewelry collection brings both together so you can choose the style that speaks to you. Learn more about the differences between opalite vs opal in our detailed guide
Opal Jewelry: October's Birthstone, Alive With Color
No two opals are alike, and that is the point. Natural opal forms over millions of years as water leaves silica behind in layers, and those layers bend light into play-of-color: flashes of blue, green, orange and gold that move every time you do. It is one of the few stones that looks alive on the hand, and the reason it has been October's birthstone, a symbol of creativity and inspiration, for as long as birthstones have had a list.
Our natural opal sits in one piece, the solid 14k gold bezel necklace, cast to order in yellow or white gold, so each stone is chosen for the person wearing it. The rest of the collection uses opalite, which carries a steadier blue-white glow and a lower price, set in 14k gold filled or sterling silver for daily wear. Prefer that consistent glow across the board? Our opalite jewelry collection is where it lives, and our opal vs opalite guide shows the difference side by side.
Natural Opal or Opalite: Which Stone Is in Each Piece
Both are in this collection, and the product page says which. Here is how to tell them apart and treat each one.
Natural opal
- What it is
- A mined gemstone, 3 to 4mm here, with shifting play-of-color that is different in every stone.
- Where it is used
- The solid 14k gold bezel necklace only, made to order in yellow or white gold.
- How it wears
- Softer than most gems. Take it off for swimming, lotions and housework, and store it on its own.
- Why choose it
- The real October birthstone, and a piece to hand down.
Opalite
- What it is
- A man-made opalescent glass with an even blue glow that turns warm against gold.
- Where it is used
- Every gold filled and sterling silver piece: necklaces, studs, charms, drops and the ring.
- How it wears
- Waterproof and sweat-proof in its gold filled settings, so showers and gym days are fine.
- Why choose it
- The opal look for a set you wear all week, at a price that lets you buy the matching studs.
Both stones sit in nickel-free settings, and the gold filled pieces carry the same 14k color as our gold filled jewelry, so the women's opal jewelry here blends into a stack you already own.
Opal Jewelry for Women: Build a Matching Set
The pieces here share one stone and one 14k color, so they are designed to be bought one at a time and worn together.
Start with the studs
Small opalite studs, the piece most people buy first, because they go in and stay in. If you already wear gold studs or huggies, the huggie with the opal charm swaps in without changing the look of the ear.
Add a necklace
A bezel pendant on a 16 or 18 inch chain sits at the collarbone over a plain paperclip chain. The tag and tiny hearts versions do the same job with more personality; see the rest of our heart jewelry for the matching bracelet.
Finish with a ring or a drop
The opalite ring joins a stack of thin gold filled rings as the one with a stone, and the threader or drop earrings are the pair for an evening when studs feel too quiet.
Frequently asked questions
Both, and each product page says which. The solid 14k gold bezel necklace is set with natural opal, a mined stone with play-of-color. Every gold filled and sterling silver piece is set with opalite, a man-made opalescent glass that gives the same milky blue glow at a fraction of the price. Nothing here is sold as opal that
is not labeled.
Natural opal is a gemstone with flashes of color that shift as it moves and vary from stone to stone. Opalite is glass made to glow blue-white, so every piece looks the same and it is harder and cheaper. Our guide to opal vs opalite, linked above, shows both under the same light.
Opal is the birthstone for October and the stone for a 14th wedding anniversary. It has long stood for creativity, inspiration and hope, and because no two stones
match, it is usually given to mark something personal: a birthday, an
anniversary, a first apartment, a new job.
The opalite pieces, yes. In 14k gold filled or sterling settings they are waterproof and sweat-proof, so showers, hand washing and workouts are fine; rinse after the pool or the sea. The natural opal necklace is softer and holds a little water, so take it off before swimming and before lotions or perfume.
Warm water, a drop of mild soap and a soft cloth, then pat dry. That works for both stones. Skip ultrasonic cleaners, steam and chemical dips; they can craze natural opal and dull the finish on gold filled settings. A soft polishing cloth brings back
shine on the sterling pieces.
Yes. Most opalite pieces come in 14k gold filled or 925 recycled sterling silver, and the natural opal necklace comes in 14k yellow or white gold. The Metal filter at
the top of the page sorts the collection by either, and the opalite glow reads
cooler against silver and warmer against gold.
Up to 10 to 14 business days before it ships, because it is cast to order in solid 14k gold and the stone is set by hand. The opalite pieces are made in small batches and ship faster. If you need a piece by a date, ask us first and we will tell
you what is realistic.
LE-SEREY: /SEY-RAY/ (N.) MEANING, “THE FREE”
Le Serey is a laid-back luxe collection of handcrafted, ethically made jewelry for the everyday girl. Made to order in small batches, our pieces are all about effortless stacking, mixing, and layering—so you can style your vibe, your way, every single day.
Meet the Designer
Rooted in Texas and shaped by the world, Rebekah Allen brings over sixteen years of experience to the art of jewelry design. Her work—often in collaboration with social enterprises across India, China, and Cambodia—blends timeless craftsmanship with a modern, minimalist aesthetic. Rebekah’s background in anti-trafficking advocacy revealed the harsh realities behind fast fashion, prompting her to build a brand centered on dignity and sustainability—honoring every hand involved, from mine to maker.