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White opal parcels from Coober Pedy, South Australia offer a practical and beautiful way to purchase multiple natural Australian white opals in a single lot. Each parcel brings together a curated group of loose white opals selected for their play of color and consistent quality, making them ideal for jewelers, collectors, and opal enthusiasts looking to create matching sets or expand their collections. Coober Pedy is the most celebrated source of white opal in the world, producing stones with a luminous milky base and soft pastel color play in shades of blue, green, red, orange, and pink. You can explore individual white opal stones in the White Opal collection, or learn more about how Coober Pedy became the global center of white opal production through Geoscience Australia’s opal resources guide.
Our white opal parcels are available in both calibrated and freeform options to suit a wide range of jewelry making projects. Calibrated parcels include stones cut to standard sizes in shapes like ovals and teardrops, making them ready to fit directly into commercial ring mounts, earring settings, and pendant bezels with no additional cutting required. Freeform parcels offer a more organic selection of shapes that lend themselves to custom metalwork and one of a kind designs. All parcels contain 100% natural, untreated solid white opal from Australian mines, with each stone displaying genuine play of color unique to Coober Pedy material. Buyers seeking pre-sized stones for production jewelry can also browse the full Calibrated Opal range for additional size options. The International Gem Society’s guide to opal provides a helpful overview of what makes natural opal unique among gemstones.
White Opal Parcel FAQs
What is a white opal parcel?
A white opal parcel is a group of loose natural white opals sold together as a set. Parcels typically contain anywhere from two to twelve stones, grouped by shape, size, or color theme. They are popular with jewelers who want matching stones for sets, and with collectors who prefer to buy multiple opals at once. You can view all white opal options in the All White Opals collection.
Where do these white opals come from?
The white opals in our parcels are sourced from Coober Pedy in South Australia, which is widely known as the opal capital of the world. Coober Pedy produces the majority of the world’s white opal, and its stones are recognized for their creamy base color and vivid play of color. Each parcel contains 100% natural, untreated solid Australian opal.
What is the difference between a calibrated and a freeform white opal parcel?
Calibrated parcels contain stones that have been cut to exact standard measurements, such as 7x5mm or 10x8mm ovals and teardrops. These fit directly into commercially available jewelry settings without any custom work. Freeform parcels contain stones in natural organic shapes with no fixed dimensions, which allows for more creative or custom metalwork but requires settings to be made to fit.
What shapes are available in white opal parcels?
White opal parcels include a range of shapes depending on the parcel. Ovals are the most common and suit a wide variety of jewelry settings. Teardrops work well in pendants and drop earrings. Freeform shapes are available for those who prefer a more natural and unique look. Some parcels contain a mix of shapes, while others are grouped by a single shape for consistency.
Are white opal parcels suitable for jewelry making?
Yes, they are a popular choice for both professional jewelers and hobbyist makers. Calibrated parcels in particular are well suited to production jewelry because the stones fit standard mounts immediately. Freeform parcels work well for bespoke pieces. If you are making rings, you can explore ready to wear options in the Opal Rings collection for inspiration on how white opals look when set.
How do I care for white opals from a parcel?
White opals are natural solid stones, which means they are stable and not affected by water, humidity, or normal temperature changes. You can clean them with warm water and mild soap. Avoid exposing them to harsh chemicals such as bleach or ammonia. The main thing to be careful of is physical impact, as opals can crack or chip if knocked hard. Store them separately from harder gemstones to avoid surface scratches. To learn more about what affects opal quality, visit What Makes an Opal Valuable.
Can a white opal parcel be used as a gift?
White opal parcels make a thoughtful gift for jewelers, gemstone collectors, and anyone who appreciates Australian natural gemstones. Opal is the October birthstone, so a parcel is a meaningful choice for someone born in that month. Each parcel ships with documentation confirming the opals are natural and Australian sourced.