Oman’s Hidden Green Stone is Disrupting the Global Jewelry Scene

Oman Jewelry News: The Omani Gemstone Stealing the Spotlight

Tucked away in the scenic Dhofar region of Oman lies a geological treasure that is slowly making waves in the global luxury jewellery scene. Serpentine—a smooth, greenish stone with a history as deep as the wadis that cut through Salalah’s mountainous landscape—is being rediscovered by a new generation of designers, mineralogists, and gemstone traders.

Oman’s green serpentine gemstones are now being sough by jewelry designers globally
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Long relegated to use in architecture and rustic handicrafts, this radiant green rock has now taken on new prestige. This Oman Jewellery News report reveals how artisans are repurposing locally sourced serpentine into one-of-a-kind, high-end jewellery pieces—blending environmental consciousness with ancient desert mystique.

A New Era for Salalah’s Mineral Wealth

Unlike imported rubies or diamonds, Omani serpentine tells a story rooted in the earth itself. Mined from Dhofar’s hills with minimal industrial disruption, the stone is increasingly prized for its rich hues, from sage green to deep jade, often laced with natural marbling. Its softer nature makes it ideal for carving, lending itself beautifully to statement pendants, cufflinks, and rings.

Eco-conscious jewellery houses in Muscat and Dubai are turning to serpentine as part of a wider shift toward traceable, ethical materials. Buyers, especially in Europe and the Gulf, are drawn to the dual allure of sustainability and exclusivity. No two serpentine pieces are alike—each is a whisper of Oman’s prehistoric volcanic past, shaped by millennia.

Designers and Collectors Take Note

Boutique designers like Aisha Al Kharusi and Nadir Malik are championing serpentine in their latest capsule collections. Malik, who trained in London but sources all his stones from Oman, notes, “Clients are hungry for authenticity. They want pieces that don’t just look beautiful—they want stories, textures, origin.”

Even high-end collectors are joining the movement. At a recent private showing in Doha, an Omani serpentine choker set in rose gold reportedly sold for $42,000—underscoring the stone’s sudden desirability on the luxury circuit.

An Emerging Identity in the Global Market

Oman’s rise in the jewellery space has been quiet but strategic. By leaning into its geological heritage, the Sultanate is carving a niche that sidesteps direct competition with gemstone giants like India or South Africa. Salalah’s serpentine is not just a decorative stone—it is fast becoming a symbol of cultural pride and environmental sophistication.

If this momentum continues, serpentine could soon be Oman’s answer to Burma’s jade or Sri Lanka’s moonstone. Its understated brilliance, natural origin, and untapped marketing potential give it the rare capacity to define a national jewellery identity on the global stage.

Salalah’s secret stone is no longer so secret. As luxury brands search for meaning beyond carats and clarity, Omani serpentine offers a path forward—rooted in place, rich in character, and ready for the spotlight.

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