Engagement rings symbolize devotion and the adoration one has for their significant other.
Opals come in various hues, including translucent, black, gray, blue, orange, and more.
If you’re a history lover, opals carry even more significance.
This gemstone was a favorite amongst royalty, such as Queen Victoria and Cleopatra.
Jewelry designer Misa Hamamoto explained the appeal of opal engagement rings toBrides.
She said, “you could’t deny the wondrous beauty within an opal.
Each opal is truly one-of-a-kind, which is fitting for the one-of-a-kind bride.”
While white opal rings can cost a few hundred dollars, black opal rings are more expensive.
Aesthetically speaking, opals are incredibly distinct.
So, what’s the catch with opal engagement rings?
For all their beauty and affordability, they are perhaps not the best choice to be your forever ring.
Unfortunately, they can break and scratch easily.
For this reason, they are not recommended for everyday use.
In fact, they are as fragile as glass (viaFrank Darling).
The higher a gemstone is on the scale, the more its resistant to scratching.
In comparison, diamonds are a 10, rubies and sapphires a 9, and emeralds an 8.
Ultimately, this means that opals are soft and delicate.
Moreover, anything above an opal on the Mohs scale can scratch it.
Exposure to oil and lotion could also negatively affect an opal engagement ring.
(One of our clients did this and they learned the hard way)."
double-check to remove your opal engagement ring while exercising, washing dishes, or swimming.
Do not leave your ring in direct sunlight or other heat sources.
Water or liquids are opal’s worst enemy; never soak it.
Toclean your engagement ring, use a washcloth with mild soap.
Let it dry out if you accidentally submerge your opal ring in liquid.
The design choice is also significant.
For example, a bezel setting is more likely to protect your opal stone than others.
