Discover October's Birthstone: Opal and Its Captivating Alternatives

An Introduction to October Birthstone Opal is such a beautiful gemstone that you get attracted to it the very first time you look at it. The term Opal is believed to come from various languages, the Latin 'Opalus' and the Greek' Opallios,' meaning to see a change in color. It is also regarded that Opal was taken from the Sanskrit word 'Upala,' which means precious stone. Its play-of-color effect resembles the playful character of an October baby. The Opal brings transparency to an indefinite condition or feeling. It is usually a healing gemstone that helps you rebound after a devastating despair. Opal symbolizes and presents the wearer with healthiness, prosperity, and abundance. It always encourages you to make the right decisions and move on the track to achieve your goals.