Large Opal Jewelry
Vintage 1980s American Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Modern Bangles
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Silver
Vintage 1960s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s French Artisan Fashion Rings
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Gold
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Silver
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Early 2000s Solitaire Rings
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s Indonesian Romantic Dome Rings
Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Colombian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold
20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Modern Fashion Rings
Opal, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Bangles
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Jasper, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century European Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s Contemporary Engagement Rings
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s English Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
20th Century Contemporary Fashion Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
Antique 1880s Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets
Pearl, Opal, Ruby, Diamond, Enamel, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Silver
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Silver
2010s German Artisan Fashion Rings
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s German Artisan Stud Earrings
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Australian Artisan Vanity Items
Opal
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Late 20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s French Aesthetic Movement Engagement Rings
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century American Contemporary More Rings
Opal, White Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Large Opal Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Large Opal Jewelry?
The Legacy of Opal in Jewelry Design
Opals were discovered in 400 BC, and since then five types have been found throughout the world. Before you start shopping for mysteriously beautiful vintage opal rings and other opal jewelry, learn about the different varieties of the gem — and find out which historical figure was reportedly willing to trade his kingdom for a single stone.
Here is a little riddle for you: the month of October has two birthstones, but only one of them encompasses the colors of other birthstones. If you guessed opal, you’re right! (The other gemstone associated with the month of October is tourmaline.)
Opals are such unusual gemstones that there are too many old-wives tales associated with them, like if you’re a blond, wearing an opal necklace will protect your locks from losing color. Opals were also very fashionable in the early 19th century, up until the publication of Sir Walter Scott’s novel Anne of Geierstein in 1829. The title heroine wears an opal and succumbs to an untimely death. However, the British monarchy, and in particular Queen Victoria, did not let this story get in their way, and they frequently gifted opals to friends and family members. October babies should disregard the noise and proudly wear their opals!
There are five types of precious opals: boulder opal, fire opal, crystal/water opal, black opal, and white/light opal. Each variety is distinguished by its color.
So, where does the name come from? The word opal is thought to originate from the Roman opalus or from the Sanskrit úpala (“precious stone”) or from the Greek opallios (“to see a color change”). So while there have been many names for the stones, opals were first discovered in 400 BC in Ethiopia. But the early reference that comes up most often in history books is from the Roman philosopher Pliny the Elder, who wrote about it in 75 AD. In his text he refers to it as opali. The Romans were big fans of opal, Mark Antony was so enamored by it that, as the story goes, he was willing to trade a portion of his kingdom for a single opal.
There's a wide variety of antique and vintage opal jewelry on 1stDibs (and you won't have to trade your kingdom for it).