Multi-colour gemstones show several colours in one stone or one design, from banded agate to watermelon tourmaline and opal with play-of-colour. They suit anyone who cannot settle on just one shade.
How to choose a multi-colour gemstone
- Decide on the effect: zones, bands and flashes each create a different mood.
- Look at the balance: colours spread evenly usually look more pleasing than one tiny patch.
- Keep the setting simple: plain metal lets busy colour take centre stage.
- Check how it was formed: natural colour zoning is different from stones that are dyed or assembled.
- View every angle: multi-colour stones can look different from each side, so study all the photos.
See multi-colour sapphire, bi-colour gemstones and opal for more ways to wear several colours.