Celebrate individuality and vibrant colour with Otis Jaxon’s October Birthstone Jewellery, featuring two radiant gemstones—Opal and Tourmaline. October is a rare month with dual birthstones, offering the shimmering iridescence of opal and the vivid, energetic hues of tourmaline.
Known for symbolising creativity, protection, and emotional balance, both stones bring powerful meaning and visual intrigue. Each piece is handcrafted in 925 sterling silver or 18kt gold vermeil, blending minimalist design with the natural beauty of these striking gems.
Opals are often associated with hope, purity and good luck, and are also believed to represent creativity, imagination, and inspiration, making them a meaningful gift for October birthdays. Available in an array of different colourways, our opal collection features drop and stud earrings, elegant pendants and striking bangles.
Tourmaline is said to have a wide range of metaphysical and healing properties, including protection, emotional balance and grounding. Choose from tourmaline stud earrings that glow with a soft pink aura, or tourmaline necklaces in rich shades of pink and gold — perfect for October birthdays, meaningful gifts, or adding something special to your own collection.
Our personal favorites are our Rose Gold Fire Opal Drop Earrings, and our Pink Tourmaline Sterling Silver October Birthstone Jewellery Set, ideal gifting jewellery for special occasions.
What Is the Birthstone for October?
The birthstones for October are opal and tourmaline. These two captivating gems represent creativity, healing, and emotional balance. Opal has long been admired for its magical play of colour, symbolising imagination and transformation. Tourmaline, with its vibrant range of hues, is associated with protection and grounding energy.
What Colour Is the October Birthstone?
Opals are known for their mesmerising iridescence, with flashes of colour that can include blue, green, pink, and even fiery red—making every stone completely unique. Tourmalines, on the other hand, come in a rainbow of shades, from striking pinks and greens to deep blues and earthy tones. The variety of colours available makes October’s birthstones especially versatile and personal.
When Is Opal or Tourmaline the Birthstone?
Opal and tourmaline are both official birthstones for the month of October. Anyone born in October can choose between the dreamlike opal or the colourful tourmaline as a symbol of their birth month. These gems are also meaningful choices for 14th and 8th wedding anniversaries, offering beautiful symbolism for love, creativity, and personal expression.