10.60 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large, fine, and impressive black opal weighing 10.60 carats takes center stage. It has fantastic play-of-color as a plethora of color flashes dance across the stone, which include...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$4,694Sale Price|20% Off
Extremely Rare Two Side Black Opal Seagull Wing Necklace & Diamond 18K Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Extremely Rare Two Side Australian Black Opal Seagull Wing Necklace & Diamond 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Halo Diamond Platinum 4.39 Carat Australian Black Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stones- 1 Oval Shaped Australian Black Opal 4.39 Carats. 24 Round Diamonds F-G Color SI1 Clarity 0.52 Carats.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Breathtaking 9.0 Ct. Australian Black Opal Diamond Sapphire Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Centre is set with an approx 9.0 Carat Australian Black Opal - totally natural untreated- intense Royal blue colour getting flashes of colours as you move it under the light, it mea...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, Platinum
Beautiful Natural Boulder Opal Ring with Diamonds in 14K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Every piece of opal is unique in its own ways and patterns. We only use high-quality Natural Opals (NO synthetics or imitations) for our jewelry. ------------------------------------...
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Phoenix Veil - Certificated Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Guild Gemstone Certification Exquisite Australian Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Leboeuf Greg Norman 18K Yellow Gold Nib Limited Edition Fountain Pen
Located in Houston, TX
The pen is fitted with an 18K medium gold nib and is crowned with an Australian opal cabochon finial. The pen is currently without ink and has not been tested for writing performance.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Minimalist Geometric Pentagon Doublet Opal Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Geometric Pentagon Australian Doublet Opal Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold.
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Knight Sword - Boulder Opal & Princess Cut Diamond Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Knight Sword - Australian Boulder Opal & Princess Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold.
Opal, Diamond, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Natural White Australian Coober Pedy Opal Cabochon 19x6.9mm Loose Gemstone
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural White Australian Coober Pedy Opal Cabochon 19x6.9mm Loose Gemstone Natural Australian Coober Pedy White Opal Cabochon. 1.99 Carat natural solid opal from Coober Pedy Aust...
Opal
3.51 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A captivating pendant showcasing a vibrant black opal, weighing 3.51 carats, surrounded by 1.01 carats of round-cut white diamonds. The opal's play of color is mesmerizing, set in lu...
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Platinum
La Estrella - Halo Trillion Diamond Boulder Opal Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
La Estrella - Halo Trillion Diamond Australian Boulder Opal Engagement Wedding Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Aria Jewelry 25in Australian Yellow Opal Necklace with Turquoise
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Discover the beauty of this unique necklace featuring highly polished Australian Yellow Opal pebbles, perfectly complemented by Southwestern-inspired accents.
Coral, Opal, Turquoise Matrix, Silver
Great The One - 14K Gold Boulder Opal, Baguette Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Every piece of opal is unique in its own ways and patterns. We only use high-quality Natural Opals (NO synthetics or imitations) for our jewelry. ------------------------------------...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 2.25ct Antique Black Opal and Diamond Cluster Cocktail 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Beautiful Art Deco Black Australian Opal and Diamond Cluster Flower shaped Ring in 18K Gold Highly prized and sought after by kings, emperors, maharajas and sultans, the majestic ...
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, 18k Gold
1.37 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exquisite Australian black opal weighing 1.37 carats takes center stage in this lovely ring band.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro c1960's Australian Oval Opal 9K Yellow Gold Pendant on Matching Chain
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of Australian provenance, the pendant is crafted in 9K yellow gold, in gorgeous foliate motif, measuring 26mm (including bail) x 14mm bezel set with Australian doublet opal of ov...
Opal, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
Dalben Blue Green Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k yellow gold satin finishing ring with a 7,4 carat bezel-set oval shape magnificent Queensland mine Australian boulder opal . The Australian Boulder Opal have deep...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dalben Fish Shape Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Earrings
By Oreste Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold matte finishing stud earrings with two fish shape Australian Boulder opals weight 2,15 carats . opal fish dimension: 14,3x9,9 mm 13,1x8,4 mm You can als...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Dalben Big Oval Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 14,78 carat bezel-set oval light blue Australian Boulder Opal. The opal has pastel light blue-green colors with some pink waves.
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Beautiful 14K Gold Australian Black Opal Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
Located in Suwanee, GA
14K Gold Australian Black Opal Diamond Halo Stud Earrings. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping!
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
1.17ct FINE Australian Black Opal & Baguette Diamond Five Stone Platinum Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Natural Australian Black Opal And Diamond Platinum Five Stone Ring. 1.17ct Total.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Dalben Yellow Gold Ring and Australian Coober Pedy Opal
By Oreste Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18 kt yellow gold ring with a magnificent oval cabochon solid Australian Crystal Opal weight 9,94 carats from Coober Pedy mines area .
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dalben Design Australian Boulder Opal and Rose Gold Necklace
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a Kind 18k rose gold matte finishing necklace with a bezel-set pink-green Australian Boulder Opals total weight 21,4 carat. pendant dimension : max width 18,3...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Beautiful Minimalist Australian Black Opal Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Australian Black Opal Necklace 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping!
Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Dalben Blue Pink Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Earrings
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing earrings with four bezel-set light blue pink Australian solid boulder opals weight 14,5 carats .
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Dalben Blue Green Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Earrings
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing earrings with four bezel-set blue green Australian solid boulder opals weight 8,33 carats .
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$652Sale Price|20% Off
Royal Crown Design Solid Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Royal Crown Design Australian Solid Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Elegant Australian Solid Opal Diamond Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Elegant Australian Solid Opal Diamond Pink Sapphire Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Boulder Opal 22 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
Australian Boulder Opal and solid 22k hand forged yellow gold solitaire cocktail ring with a split shank design.
Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Minimalist Australian Solid Opal & Pearl Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Australian Solid Opal & Pearl Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold.
Opal, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.78 Carat Australian Black Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A very fine gem, this black crystal opal from Australia weighs an impressive 7.78 carats.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Fine Natural 5.45ct Australian Black Opal And Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Natural Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace. 5.45 Carat total.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Crystal Opal Emerald Diamond Ribbon Brooch Clip Pin
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful custom made platinum brooch. Featuring a 22c Crystal Opal in an emerald and diamond frame. The photo does not do the opal justice. It has incredible vibrant play of colo...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Platinum
$1,504Sale Price|20% Off
Solid Opal Split Shank Engagement Ring with Pave Setting 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Solid Opal Split Shank Engagement Ring with Pave Setting 18K Yellow Gold.
Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Australian Solid Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Solid Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold.
Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Sterling Silver Boulder Opal Ring, 5 Carat Natural Australian Stone
Located in Berlin, DE
Scratched sterling silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.35 x 0.47 in / 9 x 12 mm stone weight - 5 carats ring weight - 7 grams ring si...
Opal, Silver
Australian Black Opal & Diamond 18k Gold Collar Necklace & Earring Set
Located in Great Neck, NY
Bespoke Australian Black Opal, South Sea Pearl & Emerald Jewelry Suite This exceptional one-of-a-kind high jewelry suite comprises a bespoke articulated necklace and matching st...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea P...
Platinum Australian Black Boulder Opal and Diamond Pin Pendant Flowers
Located in Big Bend, WI
Incredible platinum pin/pendant featuring a large Australian black boulder opal. The opal has blue-green play of color with brown ironstone.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Boulder Opal Silver Necklace Galaxy Natural Australian Gemstone gift christmas
Located in Berlin, DE
Scratched silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia gem size - 0.35 х 0.79 х 0.94 in / 9 х 20 х 24 mm gem weight - 33.5 carats pendant length - 1.42 in / ...
Opal, Silver
The One - Boulder Opal, Baguette Cut Diamond, Tsavorite Engagement Ring 14K Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Every piece of opal is unique in its own ways and patterns. We only use high-quality Natural Opals (NO synthetics or imitations) for our jewelry. ---------------------------------...
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boulder Opal Pendant Colorful Blue Natural Australian Gemstone Unisex gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia gem size is 0.16 x 0,51 x 0,94 in / 4 x 13 x 24 mm stone weight - 14 carats pendant length - 1,22 in / 34 mm pen...
Opal, Silver
Steven Battelle 4.3 Carats Australian Boulder Opal 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An variegated green and blue 7 x 21 mm irregular shaped boulder opal from the Quilpie fields in Queensland, Australia is set in an double row "large/small" twist wire 18K bezel in th...
Opal, 18k Gold
6.5 Carat Australian White Opal and Diamond Platinum Vintage Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed 6.5 Carat Australian White Opal and Diamond Platinum Vintage Cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
15.44ctw Rich Purple Blue Australian Boulder Opal Ring Platinum R6723
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Rich Purple Blue Australian Boulder Opal Ring Platinum ♥ The face of the ring measures 18.9mm in width (East West direction), 25.5mm in length (North South direction), and sits 8mm...
Opal, Platinum
14K White Gold 2.10 carat Australian Black Opal Ring size 6.75
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K white gold ring with a genuine earth mined Australian black opal. The opal weighs 2.10 carats and is an elongated oval cabochon measuring about 9.3mm x 6.3mm.
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Steven Battelle 10.9 Carats Australian Boulder Opal 18K Gołd Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A deep blue 13 x 25 mm triangular cabochon of Australian Quilpie boulder opal is mounted in an artisan crafted "double line texture" 18K gold setting with similar textured bail abov...
Opal, 18k Gold
Massive 56 Carat Australian Black Opal: Rare Lightning Ridge Gemstone Treasure
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
An extraordinary 56-carat Australian Black Opal, sourced from the renowned Lightning Ridge.
Opal, Black Opal
Australian Boulder Opal Pendant Alaskan Gold Nugget Emerald Paperclip Chain
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
Entitled "Himalayan Spring", this extraordinary pendant showcases a museum-quality Australian boulder opal—a rare specimen alive with electric blues, luminous greens, and dancing rib...
Opal, Emerald, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold
Boulder Opal Scratched Silver Ring Cosmic Dust Australian Gemstone Jewelry
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Scratched silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.16 x 0.35 x 0.75 in / 4 х 9 х 19 mm opal weight - 3.09 carats ring size - 7.5 US ring ...
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Steven Battelle 2.7 Carats Australian Boulder Opal 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A fiery, green flashing irregular cut 6 x 16 mm Australian boulder opal from the opal fields near Quilpie, Queensland is set into an artisan crafted matte-finish 18K gold bezel surro...
Opal, 18k Gold
7.77ct Rare Australian Belemnite Pipe Opal Fossil Pendant Necklace 18K WhiteGold
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 7.77ct Rare Australian Belemnite Pipe Opal Fossil with Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold Collector's Gem Fossilized V1152 ♥ Belemnites are extinct squid-like creatures that ...
Opal
Australian Lightning Ridge Oval Opal and Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
Elevate your jewelry collection with these exquisite dangle earrings featuring 2.10 carat total weight in luminous blue oval opals complemented by 0.53 carat total weight in natural ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond 7.14 Carat Oval Australian Black Opal Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A breathtaking Art Deco Inspired Australian Black Opal Emerald Cut and Round Diamond Necklace Handmade in Platinum.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Platinum Baguette Diamond GIA Certified 11.01 Carat Australian Black Opal Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stones- GIA Certified Oval Australian Black Opal, 115 Baguette Diamonds G-H-I Color VS1-VS2-SI1 Clarity 3.17 Carats.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Pretty Simple Oval Australian Black Opal Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Simple Oval Australian Black Opal Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold.
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Opal, Diamond Pendant, Lightning Ridge, Australia, Vivid Red Flash
Located in Northampton, MA
Black opals from the Lightning Ridge mines in Australia are the rarest and most valuable opals on earth.
Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold
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).