There may be no better stone than the opal, in its benevolence and ardor, to represent the Emerald Coast. Our passionate sunsets, rich with pinks, oranges, reds, and purples exist in romantic contrast with the peaceful aquas, emeralds, and blues of the Gulf waters. In October's birthstone, the opal, we too see the summation of these chromatic colors both opposing and complementing one another in perfect harmony.
Many of McCaskill & Company's decorated designers consider the opal to be among the most expressive of precious stones. Rich in detail, ranging across the entire color spectrum, at times translucent and at others deeply toned, opals appear in unimaginable varieties. Even changed drastically by the areas from which they are mined, opals integrate the characteristics of their very geographies. While Australian opals may tend to have bold, ardent colors, Brazilian or Ethopian opals may be alight with a brilliant shimmering play of colors like an infinite kaleidoscope of animated energy.
Derived from the Greek word 'opallos' meaning 'to see change,' opals serve as an accurate symbol of October's shift from summer warmth to cool autumn breezes on the Emerald Coast. And, with designers such as Oscar Heyman, Erica Courtney, Alex Sepkus or Pamela Froman creating spectacular fine opal jewelry, this captivating stone has its place in some of the most beautiful and impressive jewelry on the Emerald Coast.
Join us at McCaskill & Company today to view our collection of opal fine jewelry in Destin FL-- see the playful colors of the of the Emerald Coast captured within this breathtaking October birthstone.
