Did you know October has two birthstones? It’s true, if you have an October birthday, you get to choose which stone you prefer to wear, either an Opal or a Tourmaline. Both stones come in many variations.
Opal is known as natures Kaleidoscope. It has many variations in color within the stone such as white, black, blue, green, red, orange andpink. Opal is cultivated in Brazil, Australia, Indonesia, Ethiopia and even the USA.
Opal is a delicate gemstone extreme heat or cold exposure could damage the integrity of the stone, so perhaps save this ‘Queen of Gems” for special occasions. Opal is said to encourage independence and enhance psychic intuition when you wear it.
Tourmaline is one of the most versatile gemstones. It comes in many solid colors along with bi-colors and tri-colors in one individual gemstone.
Besides being an October birthstone, Tourmaline is also the chosen gift for the 8th wedding anniversary. Tourmaline is believed to enhance your compassion, composure and reflection when you wear it.
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