How can I spot a real black opal?

To see if your black opal is real, check the potch on the back. Double-sided opals are rare, so if there is a lack of potch and color all the way through, this could indicate a fake. Shop a collection of expertly vetted opals from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How much is black fire opal worth?

Black fire opal can vary in worth, from $10 per carat to $10,000 per carat. Black opals are generally considered extremely valuable because of their vibrant spectrum of colors and are one of the most enchanting stones in the world. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage black fire opal jewelry.

Black Opal Stone

Opal And Two Diamond Ring

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4 Carat Opal

Australian Opal Engagement Rings

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Shona Art

Ridge Ring

Stone Signed Sculpture

Spectacular Australian Boulder Opal Diamond 18K White Gold Drop Earrings

$8,500 / set

Spectacular Australian Boulder Opal Diamond 18K White Gold Drop Earrings

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Black opals are among the most sought-after varieties of opal jewelry, prized for their dark body tone that intensifies the gemstone’s play of color.

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1990s Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, White Gold

18K Gold Doublet Opal Mosaic Hoop Earrings With Baguette Diamonds

$4,920

18K Gold Doublet Opal Mosaic Hoop Earrings With Baguette Diamonds

By Artisan NYC

Located in New York, NY

Product Specifications Gross Weight: 10.544g Metal: 18KT Rose Gold Center Stone: Natural Black Opal (Mosaic) Center Stone Weight: 3.30ct Center Stone Shape: Marquise / Freeform Accen...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mat'l Style Sterling and Stone Pendant Necklace

$650

Mat'l Style Sterling and Stone Pendant Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Elaborate Mat'l Style Sterling and Stone Pendant Necklace set in sterling silver. Large articulated pendant set with a large Mexican opal, red coral, amythest and turquoise. Handmade...

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Coral, Opal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Vintage Longines Opal Mosaic Dial 34mm Diamond Bezel 18K White Gold Watch

$16,880

Vintage Longines Opal Mosaic Dial 34mm Diamond Bezel 18K White Gold Watch

By Longines

Located in Miami, FL

About The Stones: Black opal, from Lightning Ridge in New South Wales, Australia, is widely regarded as the world's most valuable and visually spectacular gemstone on a per-carat bas...

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Vintage 1970s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Renaissance Revival Jelly Opal & 18K Gold Cross with Blue Enamel - Circa 1880's

$25,000

Renaissance Revival Jelly Opal & 18K Gold Cross with Blue Enamel - Circa 1880's

Located in Chatham, CA

Antique Renaissance Revival gem set 18K yellow gold Latin cross pendant with 16 rare semi black jelly opals (each cabochon cut stone approximately 3 to 4 mm. in diameter x 2 to 2.5 m...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Enamel

1.89 Carat Round Diamond Three-Stone Classic Drop 18 Karat White Gold Earrings

$3,726

1.89 Carat Round Diamond Three-Stone Classic Drop 18 Karat White Gold Earrings

Located in London, GB

A beautiful Pair of graduated round brilliant cut three-stone diamond drop earrings in, featuring a total of 1.89 carat diamond colour H/I clarity SI / I, each stone is set in a clas...

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2010s British Modern Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...

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Black Opal Stone For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate black opal stone for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect black opal stone may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic black opal stone over the years, but those made by Alexey Gabilo, Baume and Romae Jewelry are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at a black opal stone featuring Opal from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and round cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a black opal stone, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Black Opal Stone?

Prices for a black opal stone can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $650 and can go as high as $20,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,575.

Questions About Black Opal Stone

How can I spot a real black opal?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To see if your black opal is real, check the potch on the back. Double-sided opals are rare, so if there is a lack of potch and color all the way through, this could indicate a fake. Shop a collection of expertly vetted opals from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How much is black fire opal worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
Black fire opal can vary in worth, from $10 per carat to $10,000 per carat. Black opals are generally considered extremely valuable because of their vibrant spectrum of colors and are one of the most enchanting stones in the world. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage black fire opal jewelry.