Ethiopian Opals are one of the newest additions to the opal family, only discovered in 2008 in the Wollo Province of Ethiopia. They are sometimes referred to as Welo Opals or African Opals.
Ethiopian Opals are usually light in colour and the high grade opals display mesmerising, at times, almost neon flashes of fire. As beautiful as these opals are, they are very temperamental and require special care and handling.
Ethiopian Opals are "hydrophane", which makes them thirsty for water. If the opals come in contact with water, they will absorb it like a sponge. If the opals are left in water and allowed to soak it up, they may lose their fire temporarily and turn yellow or brown.
Genuine pearls can last generations when they are taken care of properly. Pearls are more fragile than most gemstones so you must handle them carefully to preserve them in their best condition.
Read out guide on how to keep your favourite pearls lustrous forever.
If you follow our Instagram page, you know that here, at Pearlberry Jewellery, we are obsessed with pearls. They are versatile and timeless and add elegance to any outfit. They can transform mundane to chic and boring to sexy.
Like someone wise once said (don't ask me who): "The Pearl is the Queen of Gems and the Gem of Queens".
Pearls are definitely making their well-deserved come back to fashion and we decided to put together this list so you can make an informed decision while purchasing pearls.
Buying jewellery can be a daunting task. So many times I have bought rings and bracelets just to find that they were too big for me. This is why I have decided to add a simple ring size chart to make your shopping experience easier.
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First of all, I'd like to introduce myself. My name is Nina and I live in Cardiff, UK, together with my other half, Aaron, and our two fur babies: Zeus the Pom and Aphie the Raggie (short for Aphrodite - yes, we thought we'd stick with the Greek gods theme)
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