Lightning Ridge Opal Mines
94 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000
About the Business
Welcome to Lightning Ridge Opal Mines, located in the heart of Melbourne on Elizabeth Street. As an establishment, jewelry store, point of interest, and store, we offer an unparalleled opal shopping experience that is sure to captivate and inspire.
Opals are some of the rarest and most valuable gemstones on Earth, and at Lightning Ridge Opal Mines, we are passionate about sharing our knowledge and expertise with our customers. With over 40 years of experience in the opal industry, we pride ourselves on being able to provide you with the finest opal shopping in the world.
When you visit our showroom, you will have the opportunity to become an opal expert. Our in-depth opal lesson covers everything from the different types of opals to how they are cut and polished. We will also delve into the myths and legends that surround this exotic gemstone, allowing you to truly appreciate its beauty and significance.
Lightning Ridge Opal Mines is Melbourne's number one opal experience, and we invite you to come and immerse yourself in the world of opals. Our showroom not only offers a wide selection of stunning opals, but also features a small wildlife display, bringing a taste of the outback to Melbourne's CBD.
Our story began with Nick Le Souëf's first trip to the opal fields at the age of 19, and since then, Lightning Ridge Opal Mines has become one of Australia's most highly regarded opal businesses. As a family-owned and operated establishment, Jonas and Atheka work tirelessly to bring you Australia's most beautiful opals. With decades of experience as opal miners and cutters, most of our opals are hand-cut in-store by Jonas himself.
Our aim is to educate our customers so that they can make an informed choice when purchasing an opal. When you visit our showroom, our knowledgeable staff will provide you with an in-depth opal lesson, covering everything from classification and valuation to cutting and polishing demonstrations. We want you to feel confident and excited about your opal purchase, knowing that you have chosen a truly exceptional gemstone.
So, whether you are a seasoned opal enthusiast or a curious beginner, we invite you to visit Lightning Ridge Opal Mines. Immerse yourself in the world of opals, learn from our experts, and discover the beauty and magic of one of nature's most extraordinary creations.
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Hours open
Monday:
11:00 - 17:00
Tuesday:
11:00 - 17:00
Wednesday:
11:00 - 17:00
Thursday:
11:00 - 17:00
Friday:
11:00 - 17:00
Saturday:
10:30 - 16:30
Sunday:
11:00 - 16:00
Reviews
"As jewellery shops go, this is by a land slide the best I've ever been into. The thing is, its not just a jewellery store, it's drenched in history, family run with heaps of character. Upon arrival to the store you'll be shown the different types of Opals with a very informative introduction to the history and grading. Shout out to Stuart, who really took the time to show me around the store. Loved every second. Also to Kira for being so welcoming. This is as much an attraction as a jewellery store. The pieces are stunning, and from what I was told they have some of the best in the city. I must mention Stumpy the lizard, who I can only assume is the mascot. Thank you both for your time and patience, I will definitely be returning sometime soon."
"Went in last minute for help with some opal related questions. Super friendly staff, great atmosphere and very helpful. Walked out of there super content. They took their time to answer all my questions and i didn't feel pressured to buy anything the whole time I was there. Definitely worth stopping by if in the area."
"The BEST opal shop in Melbourne. It is always such a delight visiting Lightning Ridge Opal Mines as the staff are so friendly and welcoming. Happy to spend as much time with you as you need, easy going and relaxed. No pressure with sales, just good customer service. The Opals are genuine and unique, well made into jewellery and prices are very reasonable. Thank you to all the wonderful staff for a memorable time."
"What an experience! Every staff was so friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. The setup was very educational and fun with hands on activities. This business is not just a normal opal merchandiser but they have rich history and background in the opal industry. Going through their store is like visiting a museum full of wonderful stories. The zoo corner should be very fun for kids and it compliments the main opal story well. Highly recommend even if you just want to drop by and learn about opal. And if you are looking for opal for yourself or as a gift, definitely need to come here."
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