Opals & Gemstones Blog
When Life Gives you Lemons
It never feels good when things don’t go as planned. In fact, those moments can leave us feeling downright shattered. If you read about our latest creation gone wrong, you...
When Life Gives you Lemons
It never feels good when things don’t go as planned. In fact, those moments can leave us feeling downright shattered. If you read about our latest creation gone wrong, you...
An Interview With An Australian Opal Cutter
Traveling to the Tucson Gem Show this year was a little different than in years past. We opted to bypass some of the bigger venues in exchange for smaller and more intimate...
An Interview With An Australian Opal Cutter
Traveling to the Tucson Gem Show this year was a little different than in years past. We opted to bypass some of the bigger venues in exchange for smaller and more intimate...
Adventures in Tucson: NIXIN Jewelry Attends the...
The jewelry industry offers an ongoing circuit of events to attend. For those who enjoy travel, it’s possible to be on the road continuously. From shows like Couture and JCK...
Adventures in Tucson: NIXIN Jewelry Attends the...
The jewelry industry offers an ongoing circuit of events to attend. For those who enjoy travel, it’s possible to be on the road continuously. From shows like Couture and JCK...
The Tucson Gem Show: What is it, when is it, an...
Each new year, as holiday season gears down for most, many of us in the jewelry industry are gearing up for one of the biggest events of the year. And...
The Tucson Gem Show: What is it, when is it, an...
Each new year, as holiday season gears down for most, many of us in the jewelry industry are gearing up for one of the biggest events of the year. And...
Can You Shower With Opal Jewelry
Shop Opal Necklaces Shop Opal Rings Shop Opal Earrings Opal is widely known around the world for its wide range of color and lively fire. Yet so many questions linger...
Can You Shower With Opal Jewelry
Shop Opal Necklaces Shop Opal Rings Shop Opal Earrings Opal is widely known around the world for its wide range of color and lively fire. Yet so many questions linger...
The Wonders of The Underwater Opal Mines in Slo...
For years, Australia has been the world’s leading Opal producer. The nation is responsible for over 95% of Opal mined and sold on the market. Australia is no less than a titan in...
The Wonders of The Underwater Opal Mines in Slo...
For years, Australia has been the world’s leading Opal producer. The nation is responsible for over 95% of Opal mined and sold on the market. Australia is no less than a titan in...
Australian Opal Mining Fields --- An in-depth l...
Do you own an Opal ring or other item of Opal jewelry? Perhaps someone in your family does? Well, chances are that the Opal it sports hails from Australia. Opals...
Australian Opal Mining Fields --- An in-depth l...
Do you own an Opal ring or other item of Opal jewelry? Perhaps someone in your family does? Well, chances are that the Opal it sports hails from Australia. Opals...
Uses of Opals
It takes millions of years for a single Opal to form — to finesse its way into existence. Each stone is a product of natural forces and perhaps a bit of...
Uses of Opals
It takes millions of years for a single Opal to form — to finesse its way into existence. Each stone is a product of natural forces and perhaps a bit of...
Black Opal Q & A
The most valuable and the rarest of Opals, Black Opals, have garnered allure for centuries and continue to grow in popularity. But what makes them so desirable? What draws...
Black Opal Q & A
The most valuable and the rarest of Opals, Black Opals, have garnered allure for centuries and continue to grow in popularity. But what makes them so desirable? What draws...
Australian Opal Vs Ethiopian Opal
When choosing which type of Opal Jewelry to invest in there are a multitude of factors to consider. Things like the origin of the stone, its colors, durability and of...
Australian Opal Vs Ethiopian Opal
When choosing which type of Opal Jewelry to invest in there are a multitude of factors to consider. Things like the origin of the stone, its colors, durability and of...
Empress Josephine’s “Burning of Troy” Opal
Opals have had a rather interesting stroll through history. Mankind has had a magnetic draw to them, and turbulent relationship with them since they were first uncovered. Diamonds, sapphires, and pearls are relative newcomers when compared...
Empress Josephine’s “Burning of Troy” Opal
Opals have had a rather interesting stroll through history. Mankind has had a magnetic draw to them, and turbulent relationship with them since they were first uncovered. Diamonds, sapphires, and pearls are relative newcomers when compared...
Opal Fossils and the Story of Eric The Dinosaur
Opals are some of the most breathtaking gemstones in existence. Since humanity stumbled upon them, they have captivated our imagination. They were among the first gemstones used for engagement rings, and for professing one's...
Opal Fossils and the Story of Eric The Dinosaur
Opals are some of the most breathtaking gemstones in existence. Since humanity stumbled upon them, they have captivated our imagination. They were among the first gemstones used for engagement rings, and for professing one's...
Opal Dos and Don'ts
Humanity’s passion for Opals has persisted throughout the ages. These magnificent gemstones have been popular for centuries and part of their allure is due to their unparalleled beauty and their rather...
Opal Dos and Don'ts
Humanity’s passion for Opals has persisted throughout the ages. These magnificent gemstones have been popular for centuries and part of their allure is due to their unparalleled beauty and their rather...
Opals Throughout History Part 2
Last week’s article took us on a journey through time — across millennia as we explored the first fledgling steps of Opals, digging into their history, their industry, and their allure....
Opals Throughout History Part 2
Last week’s article took us on a journey through time — across millennia as we explored the first fledgling steps of Opals, digging into their history, their industry, and their allure....
Opals throughout history
The history of Opals is shrouded in both fact and fiction — in science and mysticism. It is part of this magnificent gemstone’s dynamic appeal. Throughout history, different origins have been attributed to...
Opals throughout history
The history of Opals is shrouded in both fact and fiction — in science and mysticism. It is part of this magnificent gemstone’s dynamic appeal. Throughout history, different origins have been attributed to...
Gold --- The Gold Standard
Opal might be our bias when it comes to jewelry — the gemstone that most fascinates us, and the pulse of the NIXIN Brand — but that doesn’t mean we...
Gold --- The Gold Standard
Opal might be our bias when it comes to jewelry — the gemstone that most fascinates us, and the pulse of the NIXIN Brand — but that doesn’t mean we...
Sapphires and their heavenly blue
Here at NIXIN, we strive to delight our customers — offer you one-of-a-kind artistic pieces fueled by our passion and our devotion to colorful gemstones. It’s no secret, Opals are...
Sapphires and their heavenly blue
Here at NIXIN, we strive to delight our customers — offer you one-of-a-kind artistic pieces fueled by our passion and our devotion to colorful gemstones. It’s no secret, Opals are...
Ethical Opals --- Are you buying "conflict-free...
Today, it’s estimated that conflict diamonds represent about 4% of the total diamond market — and some traders even think that the number could reach even higher, to about 15%. Still, it’s...
Ethical Opals --- Are you buying "conflict-free...
Today, it’s estimated that conflict diamonds represent about 4% of the total diamond market — and some traders even think that the number could reach even higher, to about 15%. Still, it’s...
Pearls --- and their mysteries
In this blog piece, we’re going to explore the unique idiosyncrasies and history of the gemstone that’s unlike other gemstones — the pearl. We’ll address the definition of pearls, how they are formed, the...
Pearls --- and their mysteries
In this blog piece, we’re going to explore the unique idiosyncrasies and history of the gemstone that’s unlike other gemstones — the pearl. We’ll address the definition of pearls, how they are formed, the...