Beware of Manufactured Opals in Fashion Jewellery

Beware of Manufactured Opals in Fashion Jewellery

Commonly used in cheaper fashion jewellery, these synthetic stones allow designers to create dazzling pieces at a fraction of the cost. If you’re after authenticity and the natural story behind your gem its better to avoid manufactured opals. 

Asstralian Crystal Opal pendant green and gold

Why Buying Only Australian Opal Is the Best Choice

At Mombasa Rose, we’re passionate about these dazzling gemstones that capture the essence of Australia’s unique landscape and heritage. Wearing an Australian Opal is a beautiful way to share your love of our country.

Our New Australian Opal Necklaces

Our New Australian Opal Necklaces

Opals are our new favourite! At Mombasa Rose we have sourced some divine local opals and turned them into statement necklaces.
August 04, 2026 — Mombasa Rose
Our Island pink

Our Island pink

It's a big bite of fresh watermelon on a white sand beach, or a perfect pink conch shell lapped by the mint blue Caribbean sea.
January 09, 2020 — Mombasa Rose
January's Birthstone is a …. Garnet

January's Birthstone is a …. Garnet

Januarys Birthstone is a ….Garnet which may not sound as exciting as a ruby, emerald or sapphire, but there are actually some truly beautiful colours.
January 04, 2019 — Mombasa Rose
Sapphire the September Birthstone

Sapphire the September Birthstone

Sapphire he birthstone for September is a stone of wisdom and of royalty, blue sapphire is also known to have divine connections and the power of prophecy. 
September 07, 2018 — Mombasa Rose