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In the world of gemstones, opals are renowned for their captivating beauty and unique play of colours. But did you know that the story of Fremantle Opals is intertwined with a pivotal moment in Australian history—the victory of Australia II in the 1983 America's Cup? This triumph brought glory to Australia and played a crucial role in the development of Fremantle as a vibrant hub for tourism and hospitality in the lead-up to the 1987 America's Cup. Setting Sail for Success: Australia II's America's Cup Victory The America's Cup is one of the most prestigious and sought-after trophies in the...

Opal is one of Australia’s official national symbols representing our cultural life and history. 27 July 1993 marked the day opal was officially proclaimed Australia’s national gemstone. Opals are famous for their brilliant colours. In Aboriginal Dreamtime stories, the opal was created when the colours of the rainbow touched the earth. The opal is also known as the fire of the desert. Australia produces 90-95% of the world’s precious opal from extensive deposits in New South Wales, South Australia and Queensland. Over the years, Australia has been home to many discoveries of valuable opals, including the Fire of Australia, the...

Here at Fremantle Opals, we'll be taking a few days off to rest, recharge and prepare for the new year. Our trading hours over the holiday period are as follows:

We're feeling festive! We'll be open every day through Christmas Eve, so you've got every chance to come down to Freo and find the perfect opal gift. You'll find us at 61 Market Street, right in the heart of Fremantle. Can't make it to Freo? A selection of our unique loose opal, pendants, rings and earrings are available here on our online store.