A gentle guide for those drawn to Shukra’s grace through an opalescent lens.
First, Breathe. The journey of choosing a gemstone should feel safe, not rushed.
If you’ve been advised to wear an Opal — often for Venus (Shukra) — it’s usually to invite joy, love, peace, or material harmony. But not all Opals are created equal. Let us help you navigate this with honesty, warmth, and clarity.
Why Opal?
Venus governs love, beauty, relationships, and luxury. Opal is said to open the heart, soften the voice, and bring elegance to how one lives and loves. It’s often recommended for those facing turbulence in relationships, indecision in career, or disconnection from joy.
Who Usually Recommends Opals?
– Online astrologers like AstroTalk, GaneshaSpeaks, AstroYogi, FuturePoint, AstroVed, ClickAstro
– Or a family-trusted Acharya who reads your chart with care
What to Be Careful About
– Doublets or triplets (opal glued with glass) being passed off as solid opal
– Plastic or synthetic imitations
– Cracked or heavily filled stones
– Lack of treatment disclosure
What Makes a Good Astrological Opal?
– Origin: Australia (more stable), Ethiopia (more vibrant, but delicate)
– Natural, not resin-filled or synthetic
– Online-verifiable certificate from IGI, IIGJ, GTL, or GJEPC-recognized labs
– Visible play-of-colour with structural integrity
👉 Australian Opals:
Brittle by nature but stable — they do not lose fire or colour when exposed to water. Entry-level Australian opals also begin around ₹2,000 per carat, with lower play of colour — but they are still astrologically suitable due to their natural structure and stability.
What Should You Expect to Spend?
– ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 per carat – commercial-grade Ethiopian and Australian opals
– ₹5,000 to ₹15,000 per carat – good-quality natural opals with fire and certification
– ₹20,000+ per carat – luminous, stable Australian opals
💫 Explore our Sacred Essentials Opal collection — natural, certified, and honestly priced under ₹50,000.
Worried About Budget? It’s Okay.
We also offer natural, certified opals even under ₹10,000. Our only promise: full honesty about treatment, quality, and certification — whether the stone is ₹5,000 or ₹50,000.
How to Wear an Opal
– Metal: Silver or Panchdhatu
– Form: Ring (right ring finger) or pendant
– Must touch the skin
– Day: Friday, during Shukla Paksha
Energisation (Optional, but Beautiful)
If you wish to energise the stone:
– Soak in milk and Ganga jal
– Light a diya or incense
– Chant: “Om Shukraya Namah” 108 times
– Wear with gentle faith — this is a companion, not a cure
Still Not Sure?
That’s okay. Explore our full Opal collection — from simple, entry-level stones to exquisite fire opals. No pressure. No urgency. Just truth, transparency, and space to choose calmly.