Andrew Cody was a formidable figure in the gemstone industry. His contributions significantly progressed the Australian opal industry.

"The Path of Enlightenment" necklace contains 180 magnificent opals from Lightning Ridge, Australia, a famous opal producing area. - Courtesy Cody Opal Opal is the product of seasonal rains that ...

Explore the captivating depths of history at Old Timers Mine, an extraordinary destination nestled in the heart of Coober Pedy, South Australia.

Opals are typically sliced and made into jewellery John Dunstan, the vice president of Australia's Opal Mining Association, was one of the first to get to work at Shell Patch. He has already ...

As part of the Global Jewellers Network, members of the Independent Jewelers Organisation (IJO) have completed a tour showcasing Australia’s jewellery industry.

Common sizes for many of the opal cabochons set in jewelry are 6×4, 7×5, and 8×6 mm. The Fire of Australia, a large uncut opal, weighs 998 grams or just under 5,000 carats. South Australia is one of ...

A ring with an 8.80ct black Australian opal, courtesy of Kreis jewellery. GemGenève exhibitions are a must-see each edition and this one was one of the most spectacular. Curated by Gemgenève ...

The New York-based brand Tejen mixes sugar and spice, to create the new Rock Sugar luxury gold jewelry collection.

Fourth generation jeweller Margot McKinney takes us inside her empire as the family firm prepares to celebrate its 140th ...

At first glance, Coober Pedy appears desolate. The sun-baked earth stretches endlessly, punctuated only by the occasional mining structure or the scattered signs of opal activity. However, if you were ...