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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
Shop for Peruvian Pink Opal Jewelry on 1stDibs
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

Stambolian Peruvian Pink Opal 18K Yellow Gold and White Enamel Cocktail Ring
By Stambolian
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stambolian Peruvian Pink Opal 18K Yellow Gold and White Enamel Cocktail Ring From the Stambolian
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, White Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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 Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
2 mm silver beads. The necklace is fastened with a sterling silver clasp with a natural pink opal
Category

2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver

Oval Peruvian Pink Opal Cabochon with Ruby Accents Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Susana Lang
Located in London, GB
Handmade in 9 karat rose gold, this ring has an oval shaped Peruvian pink Opal cabochon, six Rubies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Rose Gold

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