Opal is associated with the planet Venus (Shukra) in Vedic astrology, much like Diamond, and is sometimes used as a substitute for those seeking Venus’s benefits — romance, creativity, beauty, and harmony in relationships — at a more accessible price point. It’s particularly favored by those in creative fields such as art, design, and entertainment, where Venus’s influence on aesthetics and charm is considered significant.

Opal pricing depends heavily on its “play of color” — the shifting flashes of color visible as the stone moves — along with body tone, pattern, and origin. Ethiopian and Australian Opals are the two dominant sources, with Australian Opal generally commanding higher prices for its more stable, vivid color play. Because Opal is a relatively soft and porous stone, it’s also more prone to treatment (such as dyeing or smoke treatment to darken body tone), making certification of natural, untreated Opal especially important for astrological use.

Trishul Gems certifies the natural origin of every Opal, helping ensure you receive a genuine stone suited for astrological purposes.