About Us

Alex & Isaac, Byron bay opal store in the early days

The Andreou family heritage in the opal industry began in the early 60s with the late patriarch Sotiris ‘Tony’ Andreou and matriarch Suzanne Andreou. Their passion for opals has been passed down through generations, now carried on by Isaac and Alex Andreou. Tony and Suzanne started the Andreou Heritage Family Collection, always saving prized pieces to pass on.

The family has run retail shops, been involved in wholesaling, mining, cutting, and polishing, and has a rich history in every facet of the industry. They’ve operated numerous retail stores across Australia and have a strong presence in overseas exports at gem shows and through private arrangements. Notably, they have showcased their treasures at the London Gem and Mineral Show.

Their latest venture, Art of Opal, is a new luxury brand that highlights their innovative spirit in the opal industry. They create custom jewelry and offer wholesale bundles and parcels of stones for dealers and resellers. Always at the forefront of innovation, they’re continually bringing new and exciting additions to their website, with many of these ideas featured in upcoming episodes of Outback Opal Hunters on Discovery Channel.