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Is a Peruvian opal a real opal?

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Is a Peruvian opal a real opal?
Yes, a Peruvian opal is a real opal, but it’s classified as a common opal rather than a precious opal. It’s the precious opal that’s known for it’s flashes of fire and brilliance. A common opal has a milky and pastel appearance. Find vintage and contemporary Peruvian opal jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Handmade 56" Peruvian Pink Opal Necklace, Peridot, Amethyst, Apatite
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
One of a Kind 56" Long Necklace with Gemstone Peruvian Pink Opals, Fine Gemstone Quality Faceted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Opal, Peridot, Apatite, Sterling Silver

42" Long Peruvian Pink Opal, Rose Quartz, Baroque Pearl, and Sterling Necklace
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
One of Kind handmade Natural Gemstone Peruvian Pink Opal Necklace with Peruvian Pink Opal rondelles
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Quartz

53" Long Peruvian Pink Opal Necklace with 14 Karat Gold Details
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Sabrina Balsky Jewelry One of a kind Natural Peruvian Pink Opal Handmade Necklace with Pear shaped
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Peruvian Pink Opal Champagne Diamond 18k White Gold Drop Earrings, In Stock
Located in Woodstock, GA
Peruvian Pink Opal Champagne Diamond 18k White Gold Drop Earrings, In Stock. These earrings
Category

2010s American Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

11.89 Carat Peruvian Pink Opal Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace
Located in Woodstock, GA
11.89 Carat Peruvian Pink Opal Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace, In Stock. This pendant necklace
Category

2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Blue Sapphire, Palladium

Peruvian Pink Opal Flower Oval Green Onyx Cabochon Solid 14K Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Carved Peruvian Pink Opal Flower measuring 30x38 mm. with in the center an Oval Green Onyx cabochon
Category

2010s Thai Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Opal, Yellow Gold

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