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Convertible Necklace Faced Opal Malaquite Natural Pearls Tourmaline 18 k Gold
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Convertible Necklace Faced Opal Malaquite Natural Pearls Tourmaline 18 k Gold gr You can ware this
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2010s Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Malachite, Opal, Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

5.47ct Black Opal & 18K Gold Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
solid Gold Chain: included, 18K solid Gold THE GRYFFIN OPAL DIFFERENCE By investing in solid
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Pendant Necklaces

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Black Opal, Opal, 18k Gold

18k Rose Gold Peruvian Opal Necklace
Located in Greenville, SC
An 18k rose gold pendant featuring one oval cabochon Peruvian Opal, weighing 16.64 carats on a
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18k Rose Gold Peruvian Opal Necklace
18k Rose Gold Peruvian Opal Necklace
H 0.64 in W 1.1 in D 0.3 in L 18.75 in
Opal Necklace, 18K Yellow Gold Pendant, 9.7gr
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ethiopian opal pendant necklace. The pendant setting is stamped 18k and weighs 8.8 grams gross
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Opal Necklace 18k gold with silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Gold with silver necklace set with opal - 43 cm Detailed description The necklace is 43 cm long
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2010s Dutch Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Black Opal, 18k Gold, Silver

Black Opal Necklace 18k gold with silver
Black Opal Necklace 18k gold with silver
No Reserve
H 0.6 in W 5.91 in L 16.93 in
Opal Diamond 18 K Pendant Clip
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
18 k yellow gold hallmarked 750 6,84 ct opal 0,90 ct diamonds weight 9,6 gram size 40 x 20 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary German Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

18k Gold Short Necklace with Opal Beads Australian Boulder Opal Pendant
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
A lovely and intriguing necklace with a mesmerising natural Australian black opal pendant strung on
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2010s Dutch Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Australian 10.70ct Light Opal & 18K Gold Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
choker is included with solid 18K gold and Platinum cables. SPECIFICATIONS Opal Type: Light Opal Opal
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

5.82ct Black Boulder Opal, Diamond & 18K Gold Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
pendant setting. 18K solid gold and high jewellery grade diamonds add to the collectors status of this
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Fire Opal and Diamonds Necklace
Located in Athens, GR
them with all 3 colors of gold. Set in 18 karats yellow gold to be carrying and soft around the opals
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2010s Greek Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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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
Australian 61.79 Crat Boulder Opal & 18k Gold Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
Solid Gold Chain: Solid 18K Gold chain, Kangaroo leather rope THE GRYFFIN OPAL DIFFERENCE By investing
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2010s Australian Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold

Australian 2.20ct Black Opal, Diamond & 18K Gold Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
set in solid 18K yellow gold, it makes the opal pop with all its colourful glory. The cable chain is
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Australian 5.28ct Dark Opal, Diamond & 18K Gold Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
piece. Set in 18K solid gold, it is an investment that will last a lifetime. SPECIFICATIONS Opal Type
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Australian 0.94ct Boulder Opal, Diamond & 18K Gold Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
opal that would make any of the outback opal hunters envious, set in 18K solid gold and with the
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Opal 18K Gold Italian Mesh Chain Surrealist Pendant Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
. Suspended from the necklace is a beautiful triangular flat opal, nestled within an 18K yellow gold bezel
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2010s Italian Modern Drop Necklaces

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Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

18k Gold Short Pink Boulder Opal and Diamond Necklace
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
A feminine, elegant and understated 18k gold short necklace with a soft pink Australian boulder
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2010s Dutch Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold

16.7 Ct Opal Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold Chain
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Opal Charm Necklace in 18K Gold studded with oval cut opal. Accessorize your look with this elegant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian 2.43ct Black Opal, Diamond, 18K Gold & Platinum Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
holds a freeform shaped black opal surrounded in 18K yellow gold and high jewellery grade brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum

Australian 2.60ct Boulder Opal, Diamond, 18K Gold & Platinum Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
-green Boulder Opal with flicks of orange and gold and hints of purple this stone is truly a gem
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum

Australian 21.86ct Boulder Opal, Diamond, Platinum & 18K Gold Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
platinum and 18K gold, this pendant is a one-of-a-kind beauty that deserves to be worn regularly
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Late 20th Century Australian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum

1.95 Carat Australian Crystal Opal & 18k Rose Gold Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
A very pretty necklace with an equally beautiful crystal opal. This necklace is solid 18k rose gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1.95 Carat Australian Crystal Opal & 18k Rose Gold Necklace
1.95 Carat Australian Crystal Opal & 18k Rose Gold Necklace
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W 0.44 in D 0.17 in L 0.86 in
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

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Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Necklace with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Boulder Opal 3.20 carats approx. Diamonds 0.10 carat approx. 18
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2010s Thai Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian 23.00ct Boulder Opal, Diamond, 18K Gold & Platinum Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
, this is a very large, gem-grade opal featuring deep vivid blues and greens, set in 18K gold and
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum

5.09ctw Australian Natural Black Opal Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful pendant features a natural 5.09ctw natural black opal set in 18 karat white gold on
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Australian 4.21ct Black Opal Diamonds Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
, 13.41mm in wide, 3.03mm in thickness. Metal: 18K Yellow Gold This opal pendant arrives in a gun-metal
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2010s Australian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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

Australian Boulder Opal, Pink Diamond, 18K Gold & Platinum Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
: 0.635ct D IF - F VVS Metals: 18K Solid Gold, Platinum
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Pendant Necklaces

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Pink Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum

Necklace set with opal 18k yellow gold - 53 cm long
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a center piece set with fire opal – 53 cm long Detailed description
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2010s Dutch Modern Choker Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace set with opal 18k yellow gold - 53 cm long
Necklace set with opal 18k yellow gold - 53 cm long
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H 2.05 in W 1.58 in L 20.87 in
Syna Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Necklace with Diamond
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Boulder opal 1 carat approx. Diamond 0.05 carat approx. 18 inch
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2010s American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian 5.65ct Black Opal, Diamond & 18k White Gold Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
bail ball encrusted with 25 brilliant white diamonds, all set in our signature solid 18K white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Gold

Australian 5.65ct Black Opal, Diamond & 18k White Gold Necklace
Australian 5.65ct Black Opal, Diamond & 18k White Gold Necklace
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W 0.96 in D 0.34 in L 0.86 in
Duo Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A beautiful antique inspired 18k gold pendant necklace, featuring a pear and an oval shaped yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Opal Cluster Necklace with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Opal 2 carats approx. Diamonds 0.50 carat approx. 18 inch length
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2010s American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Natural Untreated Boulder Opals Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
necklace is new. PARTICULARS: Size & Stone Measurements: Opals weight: 0.77ct Metal: 18K yellow gold
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Untreated Australian 32.73ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18K Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
Opal length: 50.44mm Opal width: 20.05mm Opal thickness: 9.10mm Metal: 18K yellow gold This opal
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Australian 22.27ct Boulder Opal Diamonds Pendant Necklace 18K Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
The ‘Venus’ boulder opal necklace (22.7ct) masterfully set in 18K white gold is truly a remarkable
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 3.55ct Australian Opal Pear Cabochon 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Australian Cooper Pedy White Opal 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace. 3.55 Carat
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Untreated Australian 16.30ct Boulder Opal Diamonds Necklace 18k Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
, the epitome of everlasting love. Perfectly handcrafted in our gorgeous 18K yellow gold is sure to
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Australian 6.73ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
picture. Enquire if you would like to purchase an 18K solid gold chain. This opal pendant arrives in a
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Untreated Australian 22.45ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18k Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
picture. Enquire if you would like to purchase an 18K solid gold chain. This opal pendant arrives in a
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Black Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 0.91 ct. black opal ova with 0.52 ct. good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Gold

Natural Untreated Australian 6.65ct Boulder Opal Diamonds Necklace 18k Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
the picture. Enquire if you would like to purchase an 18K solid gold chain. This opal pendant arrives
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Untreated Australian 9.50ct Boulder Opal Diamonds Necklace 18k Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
length: 16.26mm Opal width: 11.89mm Opal thickness: 4.78mm Pendant metal: 18K white gold Chain: The
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Untreated Australian 2.07ct Black Opal Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
black opal (2.07ct) hailing from Lightning Ridge, Australia. Set in our elegant 18K white gold, this
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Untreated Australian 0.35ct Black Opal Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
(0.35ct) from Lightning Ridge mines, cradled graceful in 18K yellow gold with a lustrous diamond. Mimi
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Australian 0.42ct Black Opal Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
. Enquire if you would like to purchase an 18K solid gold chain. This opal pendant arrives in a gun-metal
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

18k Yellow Gold Pink Opal beaded Statement necklace 15.5 - 6.5mm 19"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
graduate from 15.5 - 6.5mm hand knotted with pink silk and set with 18k gold clasp with length options
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian 6.10ct Black Boulder Opal, Diamond, 18K Gold & Platinum Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
Metails: 18K Solid Gold, Platinum THE GRYFFIN OPAL DIFFERENCE By investing in solid Australian opal
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum

18k Yellow Gold Pink Round Opal beaded Statement Opera Necklace 37"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
size hand knotted with pink silk and set with 18k gold clasp. The necklace is opera length and can be
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Untreated Australian 11.16ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18K Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
Simple yet alluring, the ‘Amdis’ boulder opal pendant (11.16ct) is a minimal 18K white gold
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Untreated Australian Boulder Opals Necklace Set In 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
length: 53.55mm Opal width: 66.21mm Opal thickness: 3.46mm Necklace metal: 18K yellow gold This opal
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1990s Australian Romantic Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Australian 26.45 Carat Boulder Opal Diamonds Necklace 18k Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
: 19.17mm Opal width: 43.83mm Opal thickness: 5.63mm Pendant metal: 18K yellow, white gold, sterling
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2010s Australian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

20 Carat Australian Coober Pedy Opal & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Natural Australian Coober Pedy Opal & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. Large 20
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...

18ct Gold Opal Necklace
Located in London, GB
18ct Gold Opal Pendant with Matching 18ct Gold Chain . Rare Vintage Design with timeless appeal
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Gold

18ct Gold Opal Necklace
18ct Gold Opal Necklace
W 0.04 in L 16.01 in
Natural Opal Bezel, Diamond Accent Necklace in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
By Renate Exclusive
Located in Astoria, NY
necklace with 18K Solid Yellow Gold. Adjustable chain. Amazingly beautiful! Necklace: 18K Solid Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Australian 25.13ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18K Rose Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
like to purchase an 18K solid gold chain. This opal necklace arrives in a gun-metal aluminum box
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Australian 19.90ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
: 19.90ct Opal length: 39.16mm Opal width: 17.96mm Opal thickness: 5.20mm Pendant metal: 18K yellow gold
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Vintage Style Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
catch both eyes and hearts. The 18k gold and diamond claw setting protects and keep the precious opal
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carved Emerald and Opal Beads 18K Gold Multi-Strand Necklace
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
Diamonds all set in 25.40 grams of solid 18K White Gold. The chain consists a total of 43.30 carats Emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

3ct Fine Australian White Opal Oval Cabochon 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Australian Cooper Pedy White Opal 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace. 3.00 Carat
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Athena Doublet Opal Gold 18k Necklace
By Nina Wynn
Located in Denver, CO
Details Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Stone carat: 1.25 Diamond carat: 0.06 Length: Stone size: 7mm About
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Opal Gold Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 18k opal gold necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 241 vintage editions and 512 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect 18k opal gold necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a 18k opal gold necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Renata Bernard, Syna Jewels and Giulia Colussi are consistently popular. See these pages for a cabochon iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a 18k opal gold necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 205 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 18k Opal Gold Necklace?

The price for a 18k opal gold necklace starts at $212 and tops out at $285,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $6,001.

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 18k Opal Gold Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, 18-karat gold can be good for earrings. Because it is an alloy, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant than pure 24-karat gold. You can find 18-karat gold in rich warm yellow, cooler white with warm undertones and light pink rose. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of gold earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between 14K and 18K white gold stud earrings comes down to the content of the precious metal alloy. Stud earrings made of 14-karat white gold are 58.3% gold and 41.7% base metal, while 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. As a result, 14-karat white gold tends to be stronger and more resistant to scratching, and 18-karat gold will have a more noticeable warm-glowing yellow tinge. On 1stDibs, shop a range of white gold stud earrings.