Diamonds and Opals are often spoken about in the same light. The simple fact is that both these stones are gorgeous and at the same time intriguing in terms of ornamental value they create for the wearer. Both these stones’ value is judged by the colour that each stone shows.

Let’s now look at a few qualities of each of these stone types.

Diamond:

- Diamonds are clearly more popular going by the historical records and texts available informing of the value and rarity of these stones.

- Diamond is a Hard stone, which is why many people value it high. We have also come across the utility of this stone which is in many industrial applications including manufacturing sound equipment with diamonds in its components, diamonds used in tools for industrial cutting, healthcare equipment, heat sinks to absorb heat etc

- The dazzle factor when its worn as an ornament is probably unparalleled, making the Diamond one of the most attractive and beautiful gemstones when used in jewellery.

- Diamonds need cutting and processing to bring out the shine factor.

- The most commonly available Diamond is the white or transparent Diamond. However there are the more exotic and expensive shades as well like the Pink and Blue Diamonds.

- Diamonds are mined in every continent of the world.

- There are many legends we have known about Diamonds, in some cases it’s known for ill effects as well. Some of these stones are known to hold certain powers according to a few tales from the past.

- It’s well known that Diamonds could get quite expensive to own as the price goes up with the size one chooses.

Opal:

- Although Opal is a soft stone, it has gone through millions of years of formation that gives its streak of wonderous colours.

- No other Gemstone probably contains as many colours as the Opal. This unique quality of the Opal makes it suitable for making stunningly beautiful ornaments. However some people prefer a milky white Opal stone colour for various reasons. In a very colourful Opal, one could find shining spots of multiple colour shades.

- Opals show their colours and glitter even without cutting and processing, making it naturally beautiful.

- Opals are mined in very few locations of the world and a majority of the world’s Opals come from Australia making it a very rare Gemstone indeed.

- Opals have been mentioned in historical scriptures world over. They have been praised for their qualities like generally bringing good health for the wearer and beauty of colours in a stone.

- Opals are pretty much used for just one purpose- i.e, making of stunning jewellery along with precious metals that add more value to its already beautiful looks.

- A sizeable Opal could be affordable depending on the colour and quality of the stone.

Whatever may be the reason for choosing a Gemstone to wear, one could never go wrong with the choice one makes in these gemstones. Each type means its own value to the wearer of the jewellery made of these gemstones.

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