Why Are Opals Bad Luck?
“Don’t wear an opal if it isn’t your birthstone. It’s bad luck.” I have heard this from many clients throughout my 29 years in the jewelry industry, and I used to wonder why people said that. Let’s unpack where that came from!
Historical
Opals have been revered throughout history by scholars and enthusiasts since it was first discovered.
The Romans gave it the name opalus which means precious stone. Arabic legend said it came from lightening, while ancient Greeks thought it gave the wearer the gift of prophecy and protection. Pliny the Elder even praised opals in his first century AD encyclopedic work.
Cancel Culture of 1829
In 1829, Sir Walter Scott wrote a very popular novel called Anne of Geierstein, where one of the characters was so beautiful and independent that the villagers knew she had to be a witch. When the opal she always wore was dropped from her neck, she disappeared forever.
In the days where being a strong woman was considered witchcraft, people avoided opal out of fear, but today, we know that is ridiculous! It’s the modern equivalent of being scared of black cats.
With the exception of Sir Walter Scott’s take on the gemstone, opal has always been considered a gemstone with positive vibes!
What Next?
I would love to help you with your opal jewelry! Angela Cisneros Jewelry Concierge brings back the joy and confidence of jewelry shopping so that you can celebrate with ease! My by-appointment approach means:
One-on-one appointments (personal attention and no crowds!)
Discretion and privacy (surprises remain surprises!)
Expert help from a Graduate Gemologist with 29 years of experience (yep, that’s me!)
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