Shop Opal Gemstone & Natural Opal Cabochons Opal Gemstone is highly believed to be derived from two Latin and ancient Greek words, ‘oplaus’ and ‘opallius’. The meaning of both words is color-changing. Some might also believe that the Opal stone meanings and names have been derived from the Sanskrit word ‘upala’, meaning jewel. There are many names by which the Opal Stone is referred to: ‘pandora’, ‘light of the world’, ‘queen of gems', and 'seductive stone’. There might be some reason why it would receive so many names. It is because it is so versatile and serves the purposes that gave it this name. It symbolizes truth, purity, and hope. It is a gem of amplification and brings the wearer emotional and mental clarity. Opal stones are truly works of art. It's hard to resist such a vibrant stone that displays a wide range of fancy rainbow-coloured patterns. It's hard to believe how it belongs to the silica mineral family, which includes cristobalite and quartz and still looks so heavenly. Opals are a stone that has been popular forever. This October birthstone is never out of style. It sets the trend. Opal stones come in a lot of variety, and every stone is one of a kind. Opals are very easy to identify. Not every gem has a white, pearly appearance and is translucent to opaque. Opals are available in so many colors, and each of them is stunning.