7.39 Carat Andamooka Opal and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful and finely detailed Andamooka Opal and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring. Centering a
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Black Australian Opal Parrot Carving - Created by Gerg Moser
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
Andamooka Opal. In 1954, when Queen Elizabeth II visited Australia on her first authorized state trip, the
Opal
Noblesse Oblige Studio 14mm Boulder Opal Beaded Necklace, 19 Inches
Located in Chesterland, OH
come from Andamooka, South Australia, sometimes called “painted lady.” Boulder opal matrix may be brown
Opal, Sterling Silver
14CT Yellow Gold Australian Opal And Diamond Pendant
Located in Sydney, NSW
Australian Opal from the Andamooka region. It is renowned for its play of colours which displays a
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Andamooka Opal Bead Pendant and Necklace with 14 Karat Gold Clasp
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
This is a beautiful 18" strand of Australian Andamooka opal beads, which range is size from 3.3mm
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 9 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Modernist Freeform Brooch Pin
Located in Sydney, NSW
A vintage 9k yellow gold abstract Andamooka crystal opal brooch - a freeform Andamooka crystal opal
Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Opal & Diamond One-of-a-Kind 18k Gold Collar Pendant Necklace
By Lizunova Fine Jewels
Located in Sydney, NSW
This gorgeous, one-of-a-kind Australian crystal opal necklace is handmade in 18k yellow gold and
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14ct White Gold Andamooka Opal and Diamond Ring 3.04ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A captivating ladies’ ring crafted in 14ct white gold, featuring a natural Andamooka opal with
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
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H 2.45 in W 0.75 in D 0.24 in
Huge 31 Carat Australian Andamooka Opal Pendant in Platinum with Pink Diamonds
Located in Tustin, CA
Breathtakingly beautiful, rare large natural Australian Andamooka opal weighs a whooping 31.21
Pink Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Andamooka Opal & Diamond Enhancer Pendant Circa 1990s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Opal and diamond enhancer pendant, yellow gold bezel settings secured by a large curved enhancer
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Large Impressive Opal Puma Carving Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large matrix opal from Andamooka, Australia carved depicting a puma, with a substantial amount of
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 35.94 Carat White Australian Opal
Located in Antwerp, BE
This white Australian opal from Andamooka is truly unique due to its exceptional size—35.94 carats
Opal
Amáli Carved Andamooka Opal Skull Necklace
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Thunderous blue storm clouds swirl across the surface of this carved Andamooka Opal, revealing
18k Gold
Yellow Gold 8.29 Carat Andamooka Crystal Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Sydney, AU
Andamooka crystal opal and diamond ring in 18ct Yellow and White Gold. The 8.29 carat solid
Opal, 18k Gold
Siberian Jade & Akoya Pearl Necklace, Gold-Plated Jade Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
We’re delighted to present this elegant necklace handcrafted from genuine Siberian jade—a stone revered in Russian culture not just for its beauty, but as a symbol of protection and ...
Jade, Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum 6.00cttw Double Row Marquise Cut Diamond Band
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your sense of timeless elegance with the Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Double Row Marquise Cut Diamond Eternity Band. This exquisite piece, designed to adorn your finger with u...
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Angel Skin Coral Beaded Necklace with 10K Gold Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
Clothing — and especially jewelry — has the quiet power to shape our mood. An antique coral necklace paired with crisp white trousers feels like a gentle promise to yourself: today i...
Coral, 10k Gold
$10,800
Size: FR 36 - IT 40 - UK 8
Alexander McQueen red silk chiffon empire evening dress with train, fw 2008
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen red crinkled silk chiffon empire evening dress with long train, structured bust and draped skirt. Fall-Winter 2008
CHRISTIAN DIOR taupe FOX FUR Winter Coat Sz. F38 / M
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
Christian Dior coat in off-white, brown, and taupe fox fur with wide collar. Two side pockets. Opens with two hooks on the front. Lined in black silk. Has been worn and is in excelle...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and classic early 1980s YVES SAINT LAURENT ivory / off-white and gold seashell print one piece halter swimsuit / bodysuit! Features a flattering ruched waist that hides any...
Hamilton 14 Karat Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Diamond Dress Watch from 1940s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Bracelet Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm X Width ...
$9,900Sale Price|34% Off
Size: Size not marked. Medium fit.
Supreme Opulent Russian Sable Fur Stroller Length Coat
Located in Tustin, CA
Shown as the ultimate symbol of status and elegance, Russian Sable is considered to be the most coveted fur in the world. This Russian sable fur coat from Michael's Furs of Los Angel...
Vivienne Westwood taupe lace and knitted adjustable bra, ss 1996
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood taupe rib-knit bra with lace trim and drawstring bow fastening Spring-Summer 1996
2.51 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.51 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.57 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known for exhibiting flas...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1970's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Velvet Russian Collection Jacket w/Silk Ties
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Yves Saint Laurent Russian collection black velvet jacket with Pierrot collar and black silk cord neck ties. In excellent condition - size tag 40.
Chanel Silk Charmeuse Ribbon Trim Cocktail Dress Circa 1990s
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Silk charmeuse ribbon trim cocktail dress c 1990s Size 34 The elegant Chanel black silk evening dress is designed with slit detail on both shoulders accented with black ribb...
Dalben Magnificent Australian Opal Rose Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 10,35 carat bezel-set oval shape magnificent Coober Pedy Australian crystal opal . This wonderful Australian Opal have a kal...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Important Certified Natural Jade Diamond Drop Pendant, Imperial Green Color
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! In addition to being a status symbol, wearing jade traditionally has been known to grant the user good luck, health, prosperity and longevity. BEST O...
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$12,825
Size: approx. IT40 - FR36 - UK8 - US4
Dolce & Gabbana Blue Floral Embellished Black Lace Evening Dress, FW 1999
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Dolce & Gabbana ▪ Creative Director: Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 1999 ▪ Fabric: Black Lace ▪ Details: Blue floral embroidery and embellishm...
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).