October Birthstone- Opal

Happy Birthday October babies! Yes, this is your month and what a wonderful one to have with the start of the crisp fall air and Halloween! Even more importantly, your beautiful opal birthstone gets a spotlight. Known for its explosion of shimmering colors, the opal was worn in crowns and necklaces to ward off evil.

Each birthstone is said to have specific powers to guard their wearers. The opal stone is believed to strengthen eyesight and clear your brain to sharpen memory.

The opal can shine in many different colors and each stone offers an array of light like a rainbow. They are individual and unique just like your personality and because of its many vibrant colors, the stone complements your wardrobe.

If you have a significant other who was born in October, opal jewelry is the perfect gift as it is said to be a symbol of faithfulness and confidence.

Here is a list of some celebrities who you might see rockin’ the opal birthstone.

Gwen Stefani – October 2

Rachel McAdams – October 7

Mario Lopez – October 10

Kim Kardashian – October 21

Ryan Reynolds – October 23