Collection: Australian Rough Opal, Rubs & Chips

Explore our collection of rough Australian opal, opal rubs, and vials of colourful opal chips, ethically sourced directly from a family-run opal mining operation in Australia.

Every piece is completely unique, with its own colours, patterns, and natural play-of-colour waiting to be revealed.

Rough opal is a favourite with lapidary artists: cut, grind, and polish each stone to uncover the fire hidden beneath the surface. From boulder opal rough with rolling flashes of blue and green to preformed opal rubs and opal chip vials from Lightning Ridge, these raw gemstones are perfect for cutting, collecting, display, or crafting projects.

Vials of opal chips also make a distinctive gift for gemstone lovers, rockhounds, and anyone who loves Australia’s national gemstone. Whether you’re an experienced cutter or choosing your very first piece of rough, each offering is a one-of-a-kind treasure.

All orders are shipped from the UK, so you can buy Australian opal rough, rubs, and chips with confidence.