October Birthstone

Celebrate With October Birthstone Jewelry

October has two birthstones: opal and tourmaline. Opal is the traditional October birthstone, loved for its one-of-a-kind play-of-color and flashes of shifting rainbow hues. No two opals look exactly alike, making each one as unique as the person wearing it. Tourmaline comes in an incredible range of hues, including pink, green, blue, and watermelon varieties. Two birthstones, endless color. All you have to do is pick their favorite.

Give them a gift they were born to wear. Choose an October birthstone necklace, earrings, or October birthstone ring that fits their style and your budget. Explore opal birthstone jewelry for its iridescent color, or shop tourmaline birthstone jewelry for a vibrant pop of their favorite hue. Want to make their birthday gift even more personal? Add a Libra or Scorpio zodiac charm, explore our gift ideas, or take the Perfect Gift Quiz to find something they’ll love.

At Shane Co., we go straight to the source to hand-pick gemstones for exceptional color and quality, bringing you the most beautiful stones you won’t find anywhere else. And with a wide selection of styles across a range of price points, finding something special for their October birthday is easy. Every piece is backed by our All-Inclusive Free Lifetime Warranty℠, so we’ll take care of their jewelry for free, for life. You’ll also enjoy free express shipping and free 60-day returns. Shop online, visit us in store, or chat with one of our friendly jewelry experts because a friend wants you to win the birthday gifting game.

FAQs about October Birthstones

  • What is October's birthstone?

    October has two birthstones: opal and tourmaline. Opal is the traditional October birthstone, known for its shifting flashes of rainbow color, while tourmaline comes in a wide range of beautiful colors.

  • Why does October have two birthstones?

    Opal is the traditional October birthstone, while tourmaline was added later as an alternative, giving those born in October two colorful ways to celebrate their birth month.

  • What is the traditional October birthstone?

    Opal is the traditional October birthstone. Known for its unique play-of-color, each opal displays its own combination of colorful flashes and patterns.

  • How do I choose the right birthstone jewelry for a gift?

    Start with their personal style and the jewelry they wear most. A birthstone necklace or earrings can be an easy everyday gift, while rings and bracelets offer even more ways to celebrate their birth month. Need help deciding? Take our Perfect Gift Quiz or chat with an expert.

  • What makes birthstone jewelry meaningful as a gift?

    Birthstone jewelry celebrates something personal to the wearer: their birth month. From colorful gemstones to zodiac charms, it's an easy way to choose a gift with extra meaning.

  • What is an opal?

    Opal is a unique gemstone formed from silica and water. It's known for its remarkable play-of-color, with each stone displaying its own combination of shifting hues and patterns. Learn more about opals here, including how they're formed, the different types, and how to care for them, here.

  • Are opals rare?

    Some varieties, such as black opals, are considered quite rare. Every opal also forms with its own unique combination of colors and patterns, giving each stone one-of-a-kind beauty.

  • Where do opals come from?

    Many of the world's finest opals come from Australia, though opals are also found in Ethiopia, Mexico, and other regions around the world.

  • What is tourmaline?

    Tourmaline is one of October's two birthstones and is known for its incredible range of colors, including pink, green, blue, and watermelon varieties.