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Handcraft Australian Opal 14 Karat Yellow Gold Fire Opal Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
by artisans assembled with Australian opals,diamonds,emeralds and fire opal. Necklace Total Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Deakin & Francis 18 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Topaz and Fire Opal Necklace
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
fire opal necklace is sure to turn heads. Comprised of 8 oval blue topaz gemstones and 7 brilliant cut
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Early 2000s British Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Swan Design Mexican Fire Opal Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Swan Design Mexican Fire Opal Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Flamingo Design Mexican Fire Opal Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Flamingo Design Mexican Fire Opal Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A.Jeschel Show-stopping pale green onyx and Fire Opal necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
. The pendant is suspended from equally interesting faceted Mexican fire beads. The fittings are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Opal, Fire Opal, Sterling Silver

Opal in Yellow Gold 22 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
Mexican Fire Opal & Burmese Ruby bead necklace. or a Canary yellow Sapphire bead necklace. Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Ruby, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Fire §Opal Gold Round Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Roun necklace with fire australian opal drop very shining gold 22 gr, 18k . Made all by hand
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2010s Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Fire Opal and Diamonds Necklace
Located in Athens, GR
Fire opal. A gem that is more unique than any other with the widest pallet of colors. Both Peruvian
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2010s Greek Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Fire Opal and Diamonds Necklace
Dimos 18k Gold Fire Opal and Diamonds Necklace
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H 1.575 in W 0.787 in D 0.197 in L 19.685 in
Fire Opal Gold Chain Necklace Choker J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fire Opal Gold Chain Necklace Choker Metal 14 k gold Length: Adjustable 16" or 18" Designer: J
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fire Opal Gold Chain Necklace Choker J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fire Opal Gold Chain Necklace Choker Metal 14 k gold Length: Adjustable 16" or 18" Designer: J
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fire Opal Gold Chain Necklace Choker J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fire Opal Gold Chain Necklace Choker Metal 14 k gold Length: Adjustable 16" or 18" Designer: J
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Fire Opal 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
5 rough fire opals weighing 18 carats in total. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

16.26 Carat Fire Opal 18 Karat Gold Diamond Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, this exquisite necklace is hand set with 16.26 carats Fire Opal and 3.22
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Square Fire Opal Gold Chain Necklace Choker J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Square Fire Opal Gold Chain Necklace Choker Metal 14 k gold Length: Adjustable 16" or 18" Designer
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Square Fire Opal Gold Chain Necklace Choker J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Square Fire Opal Gold Chain Necklace Choker Metal 14 k gold Length: Adjustable 16" or 18" Designer
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Fire Opal & 3.32 CTW Diamond Necklace in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
A One of a Kind Art Deco period Fire Opal and diamond pendant necklace in platinum. Centered by an
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20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum

Estate 19.95 Carat Mexican Fire Opal Fox Pendant Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
rose gold with a free form Mexican fire opal weighing an impressive 19.95 carats. Truly one-of-a-kind
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1990s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold...

Jelly Opal + Fire Opal Rose-Cut Multicolored Diamond Gold Necklace, Kothari 2023
By Kothari
Located in Dallas, TX
fire opal oval cabochons meticulously arranged in an ombre color pattern, each individual gemstone with
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Fire Opal, Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18...

Two Tone Semi Black Opal & Fire Opal Tsavorite Diamond Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Two-Tone Australian Semi-Black Opal & Fire Opal Tsavorite Diamond Necklace Pendant 18K Yellow Gold
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Fire Opal, Black Opal, Tsavorite, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18kt gold pendant necklace featuring three tear-drop-shaped fire opals
Located in Braintree, GB
18kt gold pendant necklace featuring three tear-drop-shaped fire opals. Made in England. Maker
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21st Century and Contemporary British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold

Gem Chain Necklace Choker Fire Opal 14k Gold J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gem Chain Necklace Choker Fire Opal 14k Gold J Dauphin Metal 14 k gold Length: Adjustable 16" or 18
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gem Chain Necklace Choker Fire Opal 14k Gold J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gem Chain Necklace Choker Fire Opal 14k Gold J Dauphin Metal 14 k gold Length: Adjustable 16" or 18
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.67 ct Mexican Fire Opal Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
2.67 ct Mexican Fire Opal Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

RUCHI Fire Opal with Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Opal- 4.20 Cts Diamond- 0.36 Cts All Diamonds are G-H/SI
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Fire Opal & Tsavorite
Located in Suwanee, GA
Stunning 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Mexican Fire Opal and Tsavorite. Free Domestic
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Tsavorite, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Minimalist Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Ethiopian 4.55ct Fire Opal Diamond Necklace Estate Platinum Pear Cut
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed natural Ethiopian fire opal & diamond pendant & necklace crafted in 850 & 900
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum

Fire Opal Convertible Choker and Bracelet
Located in New Orleans, LA
The vibrance of Mexican fire opals is balanced by glistening diamonds in this Edwardian necklace
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20th Century Unknown Edwardian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Sparkling Ethiopian Fire Opal Charm Necklace with Larimar in 14K Solid Gold
Located in GOES, NL
bohemian look with this endless sparkling opal necklace! Enriched with; • Ethiopian Fire Opals (5mm -7.8mm
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2010s Ethiopian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Fire Opal, 14k Gold

Pear Shaped Pendant Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Pear-shaped pendant Mexican fire opal diamond necklace 18K yellow gold. Free Domestic USPS First
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heart Shaped Mexican Matrix Fire Opal Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Heart Shaped Mexican Matrix Fire Opal Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An elegant pendant featuring 7 lovely fire opals from Mexico. They weigh a total of 9.57 carats and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

26.57 Carat Fire Opal Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 Karat gold, this beautiful pendant features 26.57 carats fire opal & .54 carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand Carved Bichon Dog Fire Opal Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Hand Carved Bichon Dog Mexican Fire Opal Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fire Opal, Sapphire and Diamond Mythology Collection Apollo Necklace by Madstone
Located in El Dorado Hills, CA
Specs: 18k yellow gold pendant with 41.60 carat Fire Opal, 39 carats Faceted Oregon Sunstone, 7.7
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2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Carnelian, Fire Opal, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Unique Fire Opal, Onyx, Chalcedony & Solid 14k Gold Tassel Necklace
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Centerpiece set with multiple multi colored Fire Opals. The Fire Opals flash magnificent color. The round Fire
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Fire Opal, Opal, Onyx, Chalcedony, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Stunning Little Skirt Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Stunning Little Skirt Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Beautiful Flame Two Side Mexican Fire Opal, Diamond Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Beautiful Flame Two Side Mexican Fire Opal, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, Necklace 18K Yellow
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Pattern Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Agate Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Unique Pattern Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Agate Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Halo Diamond Blue Sheen Moonstone Fire Opal Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Halo Diamond Blue Sheen Moonstone Fire Opal Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fire Opal Oval in Prong 14 Karat Gold Chain Necklace Choker J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fire Opal Gold Chain Necklace Choker Metal 14 k gold Length: Adjustable 16" or 18" Designer: J
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rossella Ugolini Tiger Rubies Eyes 18K Yellow Gold Fire Opal Pendant Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
intricate markings are all homage to the majestic creature. Suspended from an oval-cut fire opal, the
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2010s Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Fire Opal, Ruby, Opal, Brown Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Enamel, Yello...

10.88 Carat Fire Opal Tahiti Pearl-Drop White Jade Disc Gold Bronze Necklace
By Wagner Preziosen
Located in Berlin, DE
a radiant 10.88 carat mexican fire opal navette (27,2 x 12,7 x 8 mm / 1.07 x 0.5 x 0.32 inches) and
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2010s German Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Pearl, Jade, White Gold, 18k Gold, Bronze, Gold

Oval Shaped Fire Opal Chain Necklace With Pave Diamonds In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:45.421g, Diamond:3.22ct, Opal:16.26ct, Size: 458 MM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Two Tone of Mexican Fire Opal Halo Diamond Necklace Pendant 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Two Tone of Mexican Fire Opal Halo Diamond Necklace Pendant 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Two-Tone Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Unique Two-Tone Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elongated Teardrop Fire Opal Pendant in 14K White gold
Located in New York, NY
This vibrant Teardrop Fire Opal and diamond pendant is set in 14 karat white gold. This stone is
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hand Carved Cat Mexican Egg Fire Opal, Diamond Tail Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Hand Carved Kitty Cat Mexican Egg Fire Opal, Diamond Tail Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace Antiques Jade Tourmaline Fire Opal Amethyst 18 Karat Gold
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Degradè long necklace total length 31 cm, amethyst, fire opal, tourmaline, vesuvianite, little leaf
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Opal, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

Best Wishes - Fire Opal Halo Diamond & Mother of Pearl Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Best Wishes - Mexican Fire Opal Halo Diamond & Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Extremely Rare Two Side Fire Opal Halo Diamond Sapphire Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Extremely Rare Two-Side Mexican Fire Opal, Halo Diamond, Pink Sapphire Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Fire Opal and Pink Tourmaline on Yellow Gold Necklace and Earrings Set
Located in București, B
: 14k solid yellow gold Length of chain: 45+5 cm Size of earrings: 1.5 cm Main Stone Type: Blue Fire
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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Tourmaline, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hirsh Burlington Fire Opal and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A stunning pear shape fire opal is set beneath a diamond top in the iconic Hirsh Burlington setting
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2010s British Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

15.52 Carat Fire Opal 7.01 Carat Zircon 18 Carat Gold Necklace by Georg Spreng
By Georg Spreng
Located in Berlin, DE
provided the gemstones. The sparkling luscious orange of the 15.52 carat fire opal drop is complemented
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2010s European Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Zircon, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold

21st Century Fire Opal Diamonds Star 18 Karat Gold Necklace Alhambra Spain Sufi
By Vicente Gracia Art Jewellery
Located in Valencia, ES
4.95 Carat Fire Opal 5.25 Carat Diamonds of different colors Star, Ruthenium 18 Karat Gold Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Brown Diamond, Black Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Dia...

40.8 Carat Fire Opal Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 Karat gold, this beautiful pendant features 40.8 carats of fire opal & 1.16 carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fire Opal White Diamond Fossilized Coral One of a Kind Drop Necklace, Kothari
By Kothari
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Necklace hand-fabricated by Kothari Designs showcasing an absolutely astonishing 2.5
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2010s American Artist Drop Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Fire Opal, Opal, Diamond, Coral, Mixed Me...

Fire Opal Birthstone Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Opal pendant in 18K Gold. It has a oval cut gemstone that completes your look with a decent touch
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Modernist Pendant of Mexican Fire Opals
Located in New York, NY
network of silver wires encasing 11 cabochon Mexican fire opals of great color. The necklace has been very
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Vintage 1970s American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver

Modernist Pendant of Mexican Fire Opals
Modernist Pendant of Mexican Fire Opals
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H 3.5 in Dm 2 in L 32 in
54.64 Carat Mexican Fire Opal Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 Karat gold, this beautiful pendant features 54.64 carats of fire opal & 1.4 carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Fire Opal Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of fire opal necklaces available on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 25 vintage editions and 47 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. The designs in our inventory of fire opal necklaces bearing Contemporary or Modern hallmarks are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Meghna Jewels, Rossella Ugolini and AnaKatarina are consistently popular. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Opal versions from the 62 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for mixed cut fire opal necklaces and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and brilliant cut alternatives. Most of our fire opal necklaces for sale are for women, but there are 18 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Fire Opal Necklaces?

Prices for fire opal necklaces start at $425 and top out at $168,488 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $4,810.

Finding the Right necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

Questions About Fire Opal Necklaces
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    One carat of fire opal can be worth as little as $50 or as much as $10,000. The value depends on the quality and origin. For instance, Mexican and Australian fire opals are generally more expensive than fire opals from other countries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Black fire opal can vary in worth, from $10 per carat to $10,000 per carat. Black opals are generally considered extremely valuable because of their vibrant spectrum of colors and are one of the most enchanting stones in the world. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage black fire opal jewelry.