Australian Opals Cut and Shaped by Hand | Iona Opal Collections
 

Shopping for an opal ring online often means making a decision based on a few photos. Those images may not show how the stone’s colour shifts, and many listings do not say whether the opal is solid, where it was mined or who set it. Without a way to ask questions, buyers can feel unsure about committing to a piece, even one they like the look of.

IonaPal Silver Rings come with the openness that makes choosing easier. Iona Opal Australia, a family workshop in Townsville, uses only solid Australian opal, with no doublets, triplets, synthetics or imported stones. Opals are sourced from trusted miners and suppliers in Lightning Ridge, Coober Pedy, Mintabie and Queensland, and Iona, an IGS-accredited Opal Specialist and Professional Member of the International Gem Society, works with each one personally before setting it in sterling silver. You can contact her directly about a stone’s origin or features, and additional photographs or videos are available to help you understand its appearance. Every opal purchase includes a certificate of authenticity, all orders are insured, and the 30-day returns policy is laid out in the store policies. You can shop online or visit the Townsville workshop by appointment. Browse the rings and ask any questions you have along the way.