October Birthstones

October Birthstones: Opal or Tourmaline

Choose a traditional birthstone or a modern alternative.

October’s birthstones are Opal and Tourmaline, both celebrated for their dazzling colours and rich symbolism. Opal is prized for its mystical play-of-color, while Tourmaline offers a rainbow spectrum of hues, most famously pink. Together, they make October one of the most vibrant birthstone months.

October’s birthstones reflect diversity and creativity. Opal dazzles with its shifting rainbow fire, while Tourmaline offers endless colour choices and emotional symbolism. Together, they embody October’s spirit of vibrancy and individuality.

Opal

Colour: Known for its shifting rainbow hues (play-of-colour), ranging from fiery reds and oranges to greens and blues. Common body colours include white, black, and crystal-clear.
Symbolism: Associated with creativity, emotional expression, and mystery. Ancient Romans admired opals for containing “the finest possible colours” of all gems.
Energy & Beliefs: Believed to inspire imagination, amplify emotions, and bring inspiration. Some traditions saw it as a protective stone, even called the “eye stone” in the Middle Ages.
Accessibility: High-quality opals (especially black opals from Lightning Ridge, Australia) can be rare and valuable. More common white opals are affordable and widely available.
Versatility: Its dramatic play-of-colour makes opal a standout in statement jewellery, from rings to pendants.

Tourmaline

Colour: Found in nearly every colour of the spectrum. Pink tourmaline is the most popular October variety, but green, blue, and multicoloured stones are also common.
Symbolism: Tourmaline symbolises compassion, healing, and balance. Its wide colour range reflects versatility and adaptability.
Energy & Beliefs: Thought to promote emotional healing, reduce stress, and encourage self-confidence. Different colours are linked to different energies (e.g., pink for love, green for vitality).
Accessibility: Generally more accessible, with a wide range of prices depending on colour and clarity. Pink tourmaline is especially popular in jewellery.
Versatility: Its colour diversity allows it to suit nearly any style, from delicate pink tourmaline engagement rings to bold green tourmaline necklaces and our go-to for protection - black tourmaline bracelets.

Not in sync with your traditional birthstone?

Then try exploring alternative birthstones or stones associated with astrological signs, angels, or even the day or hour of your birth.

Verdelite Green Tourmaline 50mm Specimen

Verdelite is a nurturing stone, providing a sense of security and balance. It supports harmony, development, balance, lifelong learning and can aid in attracting prosperity and abundance. DESCRIPTION Natural Dark Green Tourmaline raw...

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Verdelite Dark Green Tourmaline 46mm Specimen

Verdelite is a nurturing stone, providing a sense of security and balance. It supports harmony, development, balance, lifelong learning and can aid in attracting prosperity and abundance. Natural Dark Green Tourmaline raw specimen Dimensions: 46mm x...

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Dravite (Brown) Tourmaline A Grade Tumbled 10mm

The stone of protection DESCRIPTION Dark Brown Tourmaline A+ tumbled stone Amazing high quality Dravite from Australia Price per specimen PROPERTIES & ATTRIBUTES ⟡ Grounding ⟡ Protection ⟡ Vitality ⟡ Aura Protection ⟡ Root, Heart and Earth Star...

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Black Tourmaline Specimen 90gr

Black Tourmaline Specimen | 90gr The protection stone Natural Black Tourmaline A grade raw specimen Price per piece PROPERTIES & ATTRIBUTES ♥ Grounding ♥ Protection ♥ Vitality Black Tourmaline is prized for its grounding...

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Black Tourmaline Specimen 114gr

Black Tourmaline 114gr Specimen The protection stone Natural Black Tourmaline A grade raw specimen Price per piece PROPERTIES & ATTRIBUTES ♥ Grounding ♥ Protection ♥ Vitality Black Tourmaline is prized for its grounding...

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Black Tourmaline Specimen 725gr

Black Tourmaline 725gr Specimen The protection stone Natural Black Tourmaline A grade raw specimen Price per piece PROPERTIES & ATTRIBUTES ♥ Grounding ♥ Protection ♥ Vitality Black Tourmaline is prized for its grounding...

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Tourmaline in Quartz Specimen 49gr

Black Tourmaline in Quartz Specimen | 49gr The protection stone Natural specimen with Black Tourmaline in Quartz Size: approx 64 x 37 x 18mm, weight 49gr Price per piece PROPERTIES & ATTRIBUTES ♥ Grounding ♥ Protection ♥...

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Pink Tourmaline in Lepidolite Freeform 28mm

Pegmatite 28mm Freeform - Pink Tourmaline, Lepidolite, Smoky Quartz A stone of transformation and transition. Pink Tourmaline, Lepidolite, Smoky Quartz polished freeform A strong healing, calming and uplifting stone Price per individual stone Image is...

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Black Tourmaline 30mm A Grade Specimen

Black Tourmaline 30mm A Grade Specimen Black Tourmaline is prized for its grounding effects and neutralizing negative forces - protecting from both people and electrical/magnetic fields. The stone of strength and courage, Black Tourmaline is also the...

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Black Tourmaline Raw A Grade 37mm

Black Tourmaline Raw | A Grade | 37mm The protection stone Natural Black Tourmaline Crystal Price per piece PROPERTIES & ATTRIBUTES ♥ Grounding ♥ Protection ♥ Vitality Black Tourmaline is prized for its grounding effects and...

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Dravite (Brown) Tourmaline Specimen 192gr

Dravite (Brown) Tourmaline 192gr Specimen Dravite is a stong grounding stone and its protective energies help to increase stamina and life force, clear the aura, and align the etheric body. DESCRIPTION Clean well-crystallized Dravite Tourmaline...

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Black Tourmaline Raw Specimen 279gr

Black Tourmaline 279gr A Grade Specimen The protection stone Natural Black Tourmaline A grade raw specimen Price per piece PROPERTIES & ATTRIBUTES ♥ Grounding ♥ Protection ♥ Vitality Black Tourmaline is prized for its...

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Black Tourmaline Raw Specimen 257gr

Black Tourmaline 257gr Raw Chunk | A Grade The protection stone A Grade Black Tourmaline Raw specimen Price per piece PROPERTIES & ATTRIBUTES ♥ Grounding ♥ Protection ♥ Vitality Black Tourmaline is prized for its grounding...

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Black Tourmaline Raw Specimen 161gr

Black Tourmaline 161gr A Grade Specimen The protection stone Natural Black Tourmaline Raw specimen Price per piece PROPERTIES & ATTRIBUTES ♥ Grounding ♥ Protection ♥ Vitality Black Tourmaline is prized for its grounding...

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Black Tourmaline Palm Stone 40mm

Black Tourmaline 40mm Palm Stone The stone of protection, Black Tourmaline is prized for its grounding effects and neutralizing negative forces - protecting from both people and electrical/magnetic fields. DESCRIPTION Polished Black Tourmaline palm...

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Black Tourmaline 28mm A Grade Raw Specimen

Black Tourmaline 28mm A Grade Raw Specimen The protection stone Natural Black Tourmaline Crystal A Grade Tourmaline Origin: Brazil Approx 28mm W x 20mm D x 25mm H Price per piece PROPERTIES & ATTRIBUTES ♥ Grounding ♥ Protection...

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