{"title":"Gemstones - Opals","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0-2\" class=\"comp text-passage ordered-list__content-description mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOpals have been the muse of artists, writers, and other creatives since what seems like the beginning of time. The exact origin of opal's name is disputed, but historians are confident that in ancient Rome opal was known as \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eopalus \u003c\/em\u003ewhich translates as the \"precious stone.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0-3\" class=\"comp text-passage ordered-list__content-description mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWas the opal the ancient Romans admired the same as the one we admire today? No one is sure. However, evidence of opal artifacts date as far back as 4000 B.C.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"blue-mexican-opal-with-18k-gold-bar-beaded-bracelet","title":"Petite Sky \u0026 Light Blue Mexican Fire Opal Gemstone Bali Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned with the stunning colors of the Mexican beaches in mind, this Petite Sky \u0026amp; Light Blue Mexican Fire Opal Gemstone Bali Bracelet features a beautiful combination of sky blue and light blue gemstones. The 18k Gold Plated Bali Bar measuring 45 x 5mm adds elegance and versatility, making it a great choice for stacking or wearing alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LB Jewelry Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36906371448985,"sku":"","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/2079\/1193\/files\/image_cd061089-206c-4873-81ca-c13def07c411.jpg?v=1721681832"},{"product_id":"mexican-opal-and-18k-gold-vermeil-bali-tubes-beaded-bracelet","title":"Blue Mexican Fire Opal Gemstone Gold Bali Tube Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eInspired by the beautiful waters of Mexico, this bracelet was designed with vibrant Mexican Fire blue opals and gold vermeil. There are three variations in this collection. One has sky blue, rice-shaped Mexican Opals a single 18k Gold vermeil Bali Tube, another has sky blue Opals with two 18k Gold vermeil Bali tube beads and the third has light blue opals with two 18kgold vermeil Bali tube beads. The tube beads are   40 x 3mm. Handmade 7\" Stretch Bracelet. Pretty and Versatile. Fun to stack or wear by itself. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInteresting Fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: Mexico is the main source of the Mexican fire opal. These very highly-prized Mexican fire opals are excavated in open-cast mines in Queretaro, Mexico. However, the stone can also be found in Guatemala, Honduras, the United States, and Australia, where more precious varieties are known to be found. Germany has been importing most of Mexico’s best fire opals for many decades now.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LB Jewelry Designs","offers":[{"title":"Sky blue opal with two Bali tube beads","offer_id":37340590866585,"sku":"","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light blue opals with two Bali tube beads","offer_id":37340590899353,"sku":"","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/2079\/1193\/files\/EA632CD0-9002-4F4C-A532-3C549957CDF4.jpg?v=1722204927"},{"product_id":"lovely-sky-blue-mexican-opal-beaded-bracelet-with-18k-gold-bali-filigree-center-bead","title":"Mexican Fire Opal Gemstone Gold Filigree Beaded Bracelet","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by the stunning aquamarine hues found in Mexico, this 7\" beaded bracelet showcases the brilliance of Mexican Fire opals and 18k gold vermeil. With a luxurious and eye-catching design, this accessory features a Balinese 18k gold vermeil Filigree center bead for added sparkle. Explore the full collection to discover more exquisite bracelets and necklaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInteresting Fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: Mexico is the main source of the Mexican fire opal. These very highly-prized Mexican fire opals are excavated in open-cast mines in Queretaro, Mexico. However, the stone can also be found in Guatemala, Honduras, the United States, and Australia, where more precious varieties are known to be found. Germany has been importing most of Mexico’s best fire opals for many decades now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LB Jewelry Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36906389667993,"sku":"","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/2079\/1193\/files\/image_84870d7e-59e5-4c44-a48c-9f542d60329b.jpg?v=1721187229"},{"product_id":"gorgeous-sky-blue-mexican-opals-freshwater-baroque-pearls-and-18k-gold-vermeil-beaded-bracelet","title":"Mexican Fire Opal \u0026 Pearl Gemstone Gold Beaded Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exquisite bracelet is handcrafted and influenced by the stunning blue waters of Mexican beaches. 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However, the stone can also be found in Guatemala, Honduras, the United States, and Australia, where more precious varieties are known to be found. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LB Jewelry Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37341036216473,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/2079\/1193\/files\/4CB63108-29E5-43A4-AA52-9156DEF03ABB.png?v=1731900016"},{"product_id":"light-blue-mexican-opals-freshwater-baroque-pearls-and-18k-gold-bali-beaded-bracelet","title":"Blue Mexican Fire Opal \u0026 Pearl Gemstone Gold Bali Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eInspired by the beautiful blue waters of Mexico, this is another piece in our Mexican Fire Opal Collection. This is a sophisticated looking bracelet to wear by itself to brighten up any outfit The center bead is a diamond shaped Bali bead surrounded by two Freshwater pearls and two smaller Bali Beads. 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I buy 99% of my gold vermeil from them because I am guaranteed the quality of each bead or jewelry component.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LB Jewelry Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36906440360089,"sku":"","price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/2079\/1193\/files\/8CA019B2-E8C0-4AD8-B6A3-C1A3561F0032.jpg?v=1721185060"},{"product_id":"lovely-aqua-chalcedony-gemstone-sterling-silver-earrings","title":"Sterling Silver Tear-Shaped Milky Opal Gemstone Dangle Earrings 1.5”","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese earrings are handmade with natural Milky Opal semi-precious gemstones in 925 Sterling Silver. The dangle\/drop is 1.5\". 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