Some pieces are born from instinct. When Nadia Neuman first held the crystal opal that would become Celestine, she knew it called for something different, something that would honour its rarity and exceptional quality, while also holding movement, softness and strength all at once.
At the heart of Celestine lies a rare double-sided crystal opal from Andamooka, South Australia, an opal field known for producing stones with extraordinary clarity and luminous fire. Unlike the more common opaque varieties, crystal opals possess a translucent quality that allows light to pass through, revealing shifting colours that feel almost otherworldly. It’s this hypnotic play of colour that makes opals so beloved, and so mysterious.
To honour the stone’s ever-changing nature, the opal is set within a rotating, diamond-framed bezel that invites movement and interaction. This was a deliberate choice, a design that reflects the idea that beauty, like emotion, is never static. The piece gently spins, catching the light from every angle and drawing the eye in, almost like a meditative ritual.
A long gold tassel, adorned with bezel-set opals in soft gradient tones, cascades beneath the central piece. These smaller stones were selected to echo and enhance the colours of the hero opal, adding rhythm and balance to the overall form. The final effect is both structured and fluid, refined yet softly expressive, like a breath of air turned into gold and colour.
Celestine is a tribute to the duality of opals: their ancient origins and modern mystique, their fragility and strength, their soft glow and bold fire. It’s also a nod to the Australian landscape, where opals are mined from earth that’s been forming for millions of years, silent witnesses to time, pressure, and transformation.
For Nadia, the design was deeply intuitive. “I wanted to create something that felt celestial - otherworldly, but grounded in intention. Opals speak to emotion. They shimmer differently for everyone. That mystery is part of their power.”
Awarded the 2025 Open Prestige Jewellery Award at the Australian Opal Awards, Celestine is more than an accolade, it’s a reminder that jewellery can tell stories not just through form, but through feeling.
Celestine is currently on display in our Sydney boutique, where its quiet brilliance continues to capture the hearts of everyone who sees it.
A Curated Collection of Opals
In honour of our award-winning opal creation, Celestine, we’ve curated a selection of opal pendants that celebrate the same beauty, craftsmanship, and individuality. Each one captures the unique magic of Australia’s national gemstone.
