The Opal Story Video

The National Opal Collection has produced a DVD in several languages to give an insight into this precious gemstone of Australia. Covering five different chapters and running for a total of 8mins, it provides both concise and enlightening information for those who want to know more about this beautiful gem.

The DVD covers the formation of opal, opals' fascinating background, shows the lifestyle and hardships faced by an opal miner, examines how colour is derived in an opal as well as the different opal types.

The DVD is available to be viewed in Japanese, German, Chinese (Mandarin) and English. Select any chapter to begin viewing. (Viewing screen will open in a new window).