$7,920Sale Price|20% Off
Australian Black Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
This 14K white gold necklace features an iridescent Australian Black opal weighing 4.13 carats. Surrounded by 8 round cut, prong set diamonds weighing 0.47 carat.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Gold
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sleek and elegant platinum ring featuring a 1.55 carat natural Australian black opal. It has great play of color as bright flashes of green, orange, and yellow dance across the dar...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Flower Earrings 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Earring Diameter: 0.80" x 0.55" Total Weight: 4.8 Grams Australian Black Opal Count: 2 round Australian Black Opal Diameter: ~5 ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptional natural Australian black opal weighing 1.99 carats takes center stage!
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely platinum cocktail ring featuring a 4.51 carat Australian black opal. It is a classic blue-green opal with excellent play of color as bright flashes roll across the surface o...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Platinum Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
Platinum Australian black opal and diamond ring. This is a natural black opal weighing .45cts and measuring about 7.7mm x 5.5mm.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive cocktail ring featuring a fine and gemmy Australian black opal! The opal weighs 5.80 carats and has excellent play-of-color and large prominent bright flashes ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Gem Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The play-of-color of this Australian black opal is one of the finest. Bright gemmy flashes of reds, blues, and greens dance across the stone as light hits it.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive platinum cocktail ring featuring a natural Australian black opal! The opal weighs 4.60 carats and has great play of color as flashes of greens and blues dance ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Hand-fabricated in platinum, this fine Australian black opal ring will make a great addition to any collection.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Halo Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic and gemmy Australian black opal weighing 2.85 carats takes center stage of this platinum pendant.
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
14K White Gold Australian Black Opal Necklace 5.3g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k white gold Australian black opal necklace. Stamped 585 and weighs 5.3 grams gross weight.
Black Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Australian Black Opal Fancy Yellow Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This grand pendant features a rare Australian black opal weighing 15.32 carats with strong play of color and flashes of blue and green.
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum, GIA Certified
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Certified Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring features one natural Black Opal oval cabochon, weighing 6.45 carats, ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
3.67 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A superb true gem quality Australian black opal takes center stage. The gem opal weighs 3.67 carats and has some of the best play-of-color we have seen this year.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
6.50ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Ring - Magnificent!
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply extraordinary 6.50vt Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum ring, approx 20-30 years old.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
4.98ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply Gorgeous 4.98ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum ring, approx 20-30 years old.
4.60 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
At its heart lies a captivating 4.60 CT Australian Black Opal. Its play-of-color dancing with every flicker of light on a black body color, evoking a sense of elegance and wonder.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
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
An Exquisite Australian Black Opal & Diamond 18k Pendant
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply Gorgeous Australian Black Opal & Diamond pendant handcrafted in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold
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...
9.27 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive cocktail ring featuring a natural Australian black opal weighing 9.27 carats. It has excellent color as various shades of blue and green radiate across the sto...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$2,180Sale Price|20% Off
Stylish Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Stylish Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Magnificent 16.75ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply Gorgeous 16.75ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum ring, approx 20-30 years old.
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
7.14 Carat Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Only those stones with a body tone of N1 to N4 are considered BLACK OPAL. Black opals are rare, far more rare than diamonds and no other gemstone can match the brilliance of color, f...
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, 18k Gold
1.61 Carat Australian Black Opal and Diamond Platinum and Gold Vintage Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed 1.61 Carat Australian Black Opal and Diamond Platinum and Gold Ring.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1.11 Carat Fine Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Hand-fabricated in platinum, a fine Australian black opal ring ready to be worn. Ring Size 6.50 Weight: 6.1 grams
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Black Opal Necklace 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping!
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
4.07 Carat Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Only those stones with a body tone of N1 to N4 are considered BLACK OPAL. Black opals are rare, far more rare than diamonds and no other gemstone can match the brilliance of color, f...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold
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
$35,600Sale Price|20% Off
AGL Certified 8.11 Carat Australian Black Opal Vivid Blue Green N2-B4
Located in Chicago, IL
This pear-shape stunning Australian Black Opal displays a vivid Blue-Green Play-of-Color Phenomena in a unique Chaff and Harlequin Jigsaw pattern.
Opal, Black Opal
Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cluster 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Banbury, GB
This stunning ring has a top-quality Australian black opal at the center, which flashes vibrant green blue and orange-red, with hints of purple.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
A Magnificent 11.71ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply stunning 11.71ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum ring, approx 20-30 years old.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1.11 Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1.11 carat Australian black opal is set in 18k white gold with sparkling round brilliant and elegant baguette-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Gold
An Exquisite 2.35ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply Gorgeous 2.35ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum ring, approx 20-30 years old.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
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
14K Yellow Gold Double Halo Diamond 2.65 Carat Oval Australian Black Opal Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Featuring a DeKara Design Classic 14K yellow Gold Princess Diana Style Halo Diamond Australian Black Opal Engagement Ring. The center stone is an amazing elongated oval shaped Austr...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$256Sale Price|20% Off
Pear Natural Australian Black Opal 0.43 ct Loose Gemstone Jewelry Making Design
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Pear Natural Australian Black Opal 0.43 ct Loose Gemstone Jewelry Making Design.
Opal, Black Opal
1.77ct Fine Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Halo Cocktail Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Natural Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring. 1.77ct Total.
Opal, Black Opal, Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 10.00 Carat Australian Black Opal Brooch with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Australian Black Opal at the center weighing approximately 10.00 carats and Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 4.00 carats.
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Drop Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Elegant Australian Black Opal Diamond Drop Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold.
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Australian Black Opal & Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Stylish Australian Black Opal & Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fine Minimalist Australian Black Opal Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Australian Black Opal Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Halo Diamond Tsavorite Australian Black Opal Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Halo Diamond Tsavorite Australian Black Opal Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$10,670Sale Price|20% Off
Australian Black Opal Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Certificated 2.26ct Play of Color Australian Black Opal Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,174Sale Price|20% Off
Australian Black Opal Necklace Trapezoid Shaped Pendant 18k Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Black Opal Necklace Trapezoid Shaped Pendant 18k Yellow Gold.
Opal, Black Opal, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Australian Black Opal 1.188 Carat Ring, 14 Karat Gold Halo Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
14k solid yellow gold with Australian black opal. Stone weight: 1.188 carat opal Cabochon-cut 20 - 1.6mm diamonds pavè setting on halo Bezel set 9x7 Black Australian opal center sto...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
La Eternidad - N1 Australian Black Opal Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
La Eternidad - N1 Australian Black Opal Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold Design name: La Eternidad A rare, breathtaking ocean blue beauty representing deep, everlast...
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
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
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
18K Yellow Gold Crab Brooch with Australian Black Opal and White Diamonds
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Specifications Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Gemstone: Australian Black Opal, approx. 15 mm Diamond Weight: 0.27 carats Diamond Color: White Diamond Clarity: VS
White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Preety 18K Gold Australian Black Opal Diamond Bracelet
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Black Opal Diamond Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 Australian Black Opal Flower Ring with Diamonds in 14K Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Black Opal Flower Ring with Diamonds in 14K Gold.
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring in 14k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 5.12 Carat Australian Black Opal and Marquis Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely Detailed Vintage Black Australian Opal and Diamond Platinum Solitaire Cocktail Vintage Ring.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
The Saturn - Australian Black Opal & Diamond Tsavorite 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
The Saturn - Australian Black Opal & Diamond Tsavorite 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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).