Opal is the birthstone for those who are born in the month of October. The name Opal is said to originate from the Sanskrit, meaning “precious stone,” and later the Greek “Opallios,” meaning “to see a change of colour.” However, Opal has always been associated with love and passion as it is a seductive stone that intensifies emotional states and releases inhibitions.

This stone is said to help stimulate creativity and helps with accessing one’s true self. Opal is said to be a karmic stone as it encourages putting out positive emotions. This stone ultimately offers overall protection, emotional stabilizing, loyalty and faithfulness.

This stone makes for a great gift and offers further protection for anyone born in the month of October.