Boulder Opal specimen from Opalton Queensland. Courtesy: Constable and Co, Winton, and the Outback Regional Gallery, Winton.

Outback Regional Gallery presents the Queen of Gems Jewellery and Design Awards.

The “Queen Of Gems” Boulder Opal Jewellery Design Awards, hosted by Queensland Boulder Opal Association, are held in celebration of the opal gemstone of Queensland. The Design Awards focus foremost on the originality to which the Boulder Opal is presented, followed by the craftsmanship of the manufacture, and finally the wearability, and the creative use of opals.

Opening Event: Saturday 8 July, 6 – 9pm.