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Opal Necklace Natural Australian Opal
Located in Berlin, DE
Milky way - 14K yellow gold pendant with natural Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements
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2010s French Art Nouveau More Necklaces
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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Untreated Australian Boulder Opal Necklace in Sterling Silver
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
The regally sizeable ‘Cordelia’ boulder opal necklace set in sterling silver has style and
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2010s Australian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Sterling Silver
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
coloured Australian black opal (4.21ct) displays an intense green, indigo and gold colour-play that strikes
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2010s Australian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
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Black Opal, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.03 in W 0.59 in
Opal necklace silver Blue Boulder Natural Australian Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Matte finish silver pendant with natural Boulder "Koroit" Opal
gemstone origin - Australia
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2010s German Artist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Silver
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H 1.57 in W 0.67 in D 0.32 in L 1.18 in
Australian Natural Untreated Boulder Opals Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
Bernard.
The gemstones at the centre of this opal necklace are Australian boulder opals from our own mine
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
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
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H 1.5 in W 1.02 in
Natural Untreated Australian 32.73ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18K Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
in this pendant comes from our own opal mines in Jundah-Opalville, Australia. It is a solid
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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H 1.99 in W 0.79 in
Natural Untreated Australian 16.30ct Boulder Opal Diamonds Necklace 18k Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
16.30ct boulder opal hailing from Winton mines in Queensland, Australia. The attractive blue-green play-of
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.9 in W 0.77 in
Natural Australian 6.73ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
"I Sea You" opal pendant features an exquisite boulder opal (6.73ct) sourced from Winton, Australia
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 1.27 in W 0.34 in
Natural Untreated Australian 22.45ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18k Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
The “Special Vision” opal pendant is quite the eye-catching piece featuring a gracious boulder opal
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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H 1.89 in W 0.56 in
Natural Untreated Australian 6.65ct Boulder Opal Diamonds Necklace 18k Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
versatile boulder opal (6.65ct) sourced from Winton mines in Queensland, Australia, bound to turn heads by
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.85 in W 0.52 in
Natural Untreated Australian 9.50ct Boulder Opal Diamonds Necklace 18k Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
jewellery collection. Designed by Renata Bernard. This exquisite Australian opal pendant is a limited
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 1.01 in W 0.6 in
Natural Untreated Australian 11.16ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18K Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
to perfectly compliment the one-of-a-kind Australian opal gemstone. This piece is bound to be a
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 1.28 in W 0.63 in
Natural Untreated Australian Boulder Opals Necklace Set In 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
'There Are Fairies at The Bottom of My Garden' opal necklace represents the Australian wattle and
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1990s Australian Romantic Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 2.11 in W 2.61 in
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
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H 0.95 in W 0.28 in
Natural Untreated Australian 0.35ct Black Opal Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
The 'Swan' pendant represents the elegance and strength of this rare bird. Lovely black opal
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 0.63 in W 0.37 in
Boulder Opal necklace silver Natural Australian Blue Green Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements - 0.16 x 0.75 x
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Silver
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H 1.2 in W 0.75 in D 0.16 in L 0.75 in
Boulder Opal Silver Necklace Galaxy Iridescent Natural Australian Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Scratched silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal
gemstone origin - Australia
gem size - 0.35 х
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Silver
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H 1.42 in W 0.79 in D 0.35 in L 0.94 in
Natural Australian 26.45 Carat Boulder Opal Diamonds Necklace 18k Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
Graceful and utterly radiant is the wearer of the exquisite ‘Eirene’ boulder opal (26.45ct
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2010s Australian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
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H 0.81 in W 1.94 in
Natural Australian 0.42ct Black Opal Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
“BFF” opal pendant is the ideal gift to celebrate fun and friendship. We have several designs
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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H 0.37 in W 0.92 in
Natural Australian 25.13ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18K Rose Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
The ‘Demetria' boulder opal necklace (25.13ct) is a true marvel of nature demonstrating the sheer
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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H 1.65 in W 0.73 in
Natural Untreated Australian 5.43ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18 Karat Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
Absolutely ethereal and breathtaking is the wearer of the Elysium boulder opal (5.43ct) pendant
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
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H 1.15 in W 0.35 in
Natural Australian 15.27ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
Australian boulder opal from Winton opal mining area of Queensland, Australia. Its distinctive quality is its
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.66 in W 1.36 in
Natural Australian 28.25ct Boulder Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
“Dancing in the Rain” opal pendant presents an impressive 28.25 carat natural Australian opal
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 2.38 in W 1.23 in
Natural Untreated Australian 7.89 Carat Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18k Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
features an intoxicating boulder opal (7.89ct) hailing from Winton opal mines in Queensland, Australia. One
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.66 in W 0.45 in
Natural Australian 21.60ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
those who love surprises.
The gemstone at the centre of this opal ring is an Australian boulder opal
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 0.78 in W 1.86 in
Australian 20.05ct Boulder Opal, Diamond & Platinum Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
VVS diamonds of over 1.5cts in total. Sparkling natural brilliant white diamonds, with an opal of
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2010s Australian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Natural Australian 19.90ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
“Sweet Soul” opal pendant expresses opulence and regal elegance featuring a striking boulder opal
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.55 in W 0.71 in
Australian Natural 11.87ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
opal in this opal pendant comes from Winton, Australia. It is a highly coveted opal type because of the
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.64 in W 1.48 in
Natural Untreated Australian 6.87ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
pendant comes from Winton, Australia. It is a highly coveted opal type because of the electrifyingly vivid
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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H 1.18 in W 0.63 in
Natural Australian 13.03ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
A beautiful representation of the warmth of mother earth's colours, the "Genevieve" opal pendant
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Untreated Australian 4.99ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
Bernard.
The gemstone at the centre of this opal pendant is an Australian boulder opal from Winton opal
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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H 1.29 in W 0.48 in
Natural Australian 9.72ct Boulder Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
opal pendant is an Australian boulder opal from Winton opal mining fields in Queensland, Australia
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 1.7 in W 0.75 in
Natural Untreated Australian 2.65Ct Boulder Opal Diamonds Halo Necklace 18k Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
love. The intense colours of natural boulder opal (2.65ct) are complemented by the inner halo of 42
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.81 in W 0.74 in
Natural Australian 0.51ct Black Opal/Diamond Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
Australian black opal from a Lightning Ridge opal mine in New South Wales, Australia. Its distinctive quality
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold
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H 0.88 in W 0.35 in
Australian Natural 3.60ct Shell Opal Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
The "Tiger Lily" opal pendant, just like the flower it's named after, halts us with its beauty. The
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.03 in W 0.59 in
Estate Natural Fine Australian Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
A trio of natural fine oval-shaped cabochon Australian opals -- two measuring 9mm x 5mm, one
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Australian 20.18ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
A glamorous and attractive design, the "Blanca" boulder opal pendant presents elegant and loving
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 2.02 in W 0.72 in
Natural Untreated Australian 5.19 Carat Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18k Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
boulder opal (5.19ct). The natural gemstone sourced from Winton mines in Queensland, Australia, is
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 1.25 in W 0.53 in
Natural Australian 8.22ct Boulder Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
"Moonlight Serenade" opal pendant carries a multi-coloured Australian opal (8.22ct) suspended above
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 1.36 in W 0.58 in
Natural Australian 3.43 Ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
Mysterious and ravishing is the wearer of the 'Sonata' opal pendant set in graceful 18K gold and is
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold
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H 0.72 in W 0.33 in
Boulder Opal black silver necklace Grey Blue Natural Australian Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Black patina silver necklace with natural Boulder Opal
gemstone origin - Australia
opal weight
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, Silver
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H 2.36 in W 1.14 in D 0.24 in L 1.5 in
Australian Opal Gold Pendant Raw Natural Necklace Purplish Blue
Located in Berlin, DE
14K white gold pendant with natural Boulder Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements - 0.24 х
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2010s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
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H 1.77 in W 0.67 in D 0.24 in L 1.2 in
Opal Silver Pendant Mens jewelry Natural Australian opal
Located in Berlin, DE
Scratched silver pendant with natural Boulder Koroit Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements
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2010s German Artist Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, Silver
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H 1.34 in W 0.79 in D 0.2 in L 0.98 in
Natural 5.75 Ct Electric Green Australian Boulder Opal
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This natural solid oval Australian boulder opal was mined in western Queensland, Australia by a
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Australian Pendant Necklaces
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Opal
Natural 9.38 Ct Ocean-Colored Australian Boulder Opal
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This free-form natural solid Australian boulder opal was mined in western Queensland, Australia by
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Australian Pendant Necklaces
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Opal
Natural 9.30 Ct Rainbow Trapezoid Australian Boulder Opal
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This gem grade natural solid Australian boulder opal was mined in western Queensland, Australia by
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Australian Pendant Necklaces
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Opal
Natural 26.16 Ct Rainbow Heart Australian Boulder Opal
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This large natural solid Australian boulder opal was mined in western Queensland, Australia by a
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Australian Pendant Necklaces
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Opal
Natural Australian 21.60ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18k Gold with Diamonds
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
Renata Bernard to create the Ta Prohm set of a pendant, ring and earrings. The “Ta Prohm” boulder opal
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.93 in
Natural Australian 5.52ct Boulder Opal Necklace in 18k White Gold with Diamonds
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
gemstone at the centre of this opal pendant is an Australian boulder opal from Winton opal mining fields in
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 1.33 in W 0.33 in
Natural Australian 5.81ct Boulder Opal Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
centre of this opal pendant is an Australian boulder opal from Winton opal mining fields in Queensland
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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H 1.21 in W 0.51 in
Natural Australian 16.88ct Boulder Opal and Diamonds Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
Renata Bernard.
The gemstone at the centre of this opal pendant is an Australian boulder opal from opal
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 1.33 in W 1.15 in
Natural Australian 7.52ct Boulder Opal and Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
pendant is an Australian boulder opal from Winton opal mining fields in Queensland, Australia. Its
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, White Gold, 18k Gold
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H 0.83 in W 2.04 in
Natural Australian 15.82ct Boulder Opal Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamond
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
“Strictly Ballroom” opal pendant is a subdued take on an Australian cinema classic. A splendid
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.37 in W 0.54 in
Natural Australian 14.22ct Boulder Opal Necklace in 18K White Gold with Diamonds
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
gem in this pendant comes from opal mines in Winton, Australia.
The pendant is new.
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
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H 1.61 in W 0.7 in
Natural Solid Australian 8.46ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
boulder opal (8.46ct) sourced from Winton mines in Queensland, Australia. Masterfully crafted in our
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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H 0.33 in W 0.32 in
Big Boulder Opal Silver Pendant Australian opal necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
Big silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal weight - 83 carats
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, Silver
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H 2.76 in W 0.71 in D 0.55 in L 1.89 in
Natural Australian 7.08ct Boulder Opal Necklace in 18K White Gold with Diamonds
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
, Australia. It is a highly coveted opal type because of the electrifyingly vivid play of colour
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Opal, White Gold, 18k Gold
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H 1.33 in W 0.37 in
Australian Opal Gold Necklace Neon Purple Cabochon Natural Gemstone Unisex
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold necklace with natural Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements - 0.16 х
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2010s French Artisan Pendant Necklaces
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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.62 in W 0.39 in D 0.16 in L 1.18 in
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Australian Natural Opal Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact australian natural opal necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 10 vintage editions and 94 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a australian natural opal necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A australian natural opal necklace from Renata Bernard, Mother Nature and Alexey Gabilo — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A cabochon version of this piece has appeal, but there are also uncut and oval cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a australian natural opal necklace, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is an Australian Natural Opal Necklace?
Prices for a australian natural opal necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $699 and can go as high as $38,100, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,300.
Finding the Right pendant-necklaces for You
Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.
The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.
Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.
Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.
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