Lightning Ridge White Opal Pendant 925 Silver 18k Gold Plated Australian Solid Opal October Birthstone Gift

Lightning Ridge White Opal Pendant

An 18k gold-plated sterling silver pendant holding a solid Australian White Opal from Lightning Ridge, shaped from its natural matrix and glowing with rare colour play.

Key Details:

- Metal Details: Certified 925 sterling silver with hammer-textured bezel and 18k gold plating, 3 microns thick

- Stone Details: Solid Australian White Opal from Lightning Ridge with thick gem opal layer, natural colour flashes, and hand-shaped organic form

- Construction: Bezel-set pendant designed to hold the opal securely while highlighting its natural shape, matrix history, and luminous surface

- Chain, Band, Closure, or Earring Fitting: Traditional bail fits chains up to approximately 7 mm, with an adjustable black cotton necklace included

- Finish: 18k gold-plated sterling silver with hammer texture for warmth, depth, and handmade character

- Handmade: Individually crafted by hand, with the opal selected for colour, form, natural beauty, and visual presence

Design and Wear:

Lightning Ridge White Opal Pendant is a one-of-a-kind gold-plated silver piece shaped around Australian opal fire, natural earth texture, and refined handmade metalwork. The solid White Opal was hand-shaped from its ironstone matrix, revealing a thick layer of gem opal with flashes of colour that shift as the stone catches the light.

The hammer-textured sterling silver bezel adds a rugged handmade surface, while the 18k gold plating brings warmth and contrast around the pale opal body. The traditional bail is generous enough for chains up to approximately 7 mm, making the pendant versatile for chokers, cords, snake chains, or stronger statement chains.

This pendant can be worn as an October birthstone necklace, Heart Chakra talisman, Crown Chakra support piece, Australian opal collector’s pendant, spiritual gift, or meaningful piece for someone drawn to colour, creativity, and handmade gold-plated silver.

Stone Insights:

Solid Australian White Opal:

Australian White Opal is a hydrated silica mineraloid known for its pale body tone and shifting play of colour. This Lightning Ridge specimen carries a solid gem opal layer, meaning it is not a doublet or triplet. Its flashes may move through green, blue, orange, gold, or other tones depending on the light.

Spiritually, White Opal is connected with emotional clarity, creativity, inspiration, love, and spiritual insight. It resonates with the Heart Chakra and Crown Chakra, supporting emotional openness, imagination, inner light, and a clearer connection to spiritual awareness. Opal is also the traditional October birthstone, making this pendant a meaningful choice for Libra, Scorpio, and anyone drawn to luminous Australian gemstones.

Combined Energy:

This pendant carries the focused energy of solid White Opal and warm gold-plated silver. The Opal brings joy, emotional expression, and creative spark, while the gold-plated hammered setting adds warmth, strength, and heirloom character. The result is a radiant talisman for inspiration, renewal, and gentle inner brightness.

Origin and Authenticity:

Made with certified 925 sterling silver and a solid natural Australian White Opal from Lightning Ridge. The stone is hand-shaped from its natural matrix and is not a doublet or triplet. Natural opals may show small variations, matrix marks, surface details, colour flashes, or formation character that make each pendant unique.

Sizing and Fit Notes:

The traditional bail fits chains up to approximately 7 mm wide. Comes with an adjustable black cotton necklace and can also be paired with chokers, snake chains, gold-toned chains, silver chains, leather cords, or custom necklace options depending on the desired look.

Care and Maintenance:

Gold-plated jewelry should be treated with care to preserve the gold layer. Wipe gently with a soft dry cloth after wear. Store separately in a dry pouch or lined box to prevent scratches. Avoid water, perfume, oils, lotions, chlorine, household cleaners, swimming, bathing, and intense physical activity while wearing the piece.

Do not use polishing cloths, chemical dips, ultrasonic cleaners, or abrasive materials on gold-plated surfaces, as they can wear down the plating. Opal should be protected from hard knocks, prolonged water exposure, strong heat, direct sunlight for long periods, rough storage, and harsh chemicals.

Packaging and Gifting:

Gift-ready packaging is included. Each order is packed securely with care. A small gift and discount code may be included with your order.

Customer Support:

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Custom Orders:

Custom pieces generally start at AUD $250. Similar opal pendants can be created with available stones, with final pricing depending on opal size, quality, and design complexity.

Available finish options include oxidized silver, high-shine silver, or 18k gold plating on request. Final pricing depends on finish, stone choice, and design changes.

Store Policy:

Please note that any items purchased during a sale are not eligible for refunds. If returned intact, sale items will be issued as store credit only.

Uncollected or Failed Deliveries:

All orders are shipped with tracked express service. Once dispatched, buyers are responsible for monitoring tracking and responding to carrier notifications, including customs duties, taxes, or identity verification.

If a parcel is marked “delivery attempted,” “held,” “unclaimed,” returned to sender, or destroyed due to non-collection, I cannot take responsibility. In line with Etsy policy, buyers are responsible for providing accurate addresses and completing required delivery steps.

Image Note:

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