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.

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Adjustable Desk Lamp SF 28 by Tecnolumen

$1,440 / item

Adjustable Desk Lamp SF 28 by Tecnolumen

By Tecnolumen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Table lamp made of chromed and black lacquered metal, polished aluminum, opal glass.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Josep Aregall Costura Floor Lamp, Steel & PVC, Mid-Century Modern

$2,933 / item

Josep Aregall Costura Floor Lamp, Steel & PVC, Mid-Century Modern

By Josep Aregall Fuste

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Steel structure finished in textured black. Matte opal white diffuser providing ambient light Type: Floor lamp Environment: Indoor Structure: Steel Diffuser: PVC coated paper Vo...

Category

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Pair of Poul Henningsen Pendants PH 2/1 for Louis Poulsen

$2,100 / item

Pair of Poul Henningsen Pendants PH 2/1 for Louis Poulsen

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in Vienna, AT

Fitted with one E27 socket, white opal glass shades, black fabric cords. Produced by Louis Poulsen.

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Symbiosis Vase by Camila Apaez

$500 / item

Symbiosis Vase by Camila Apaez

Located in Geneve, CH

Symbiosis vase by Camila Apaez One of a kind Materials: Stoneware Dimensions: 26 x 9 x 24 cm Options: White bone, chocolate, buttermilk, charcoal black, glossy, spotted gray, pale op...

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

6' Wide Tempo Chandelier with Handblown Glass Globes

$10,500 / item

6' Wide Tempo Chandelier with Handblown Glass Globes

By Atelier de Troupe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

W 72in (183cm) x D 7in (18cm) x H 40in (102cm) Satin brass or matte black. White opal handblown glass. 50W equivalent warm G9 LED bulbs included.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Limestone Neave Coffee Table by Nish Studio

$9,823 / item

Limestone Neave Coffee Table by Nish Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Also available in olivia emperador marble, lunar storm marble opal white mable, black pearl marble. Weight: 80 kg.

Category

2010s South African Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Limestone

8' Tall Tempo Chandelier in Brass with Handblown Glass Globes

$11,550 / item

8' Tall Tempo Chandelier in Brass with Handblown Glass Globes

By Atelier de Troupe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

All pieces are individually tailored with all elements to a perfect equilibrium. Satin brass or matte black. White opal handblown glass. 50W equivalent warm G8 LED bulbs included ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Table Lamp Metal Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara Scala Table Lamp (Low)

$3,600 / item

Table Lamp Metal Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara Scala Table Lamp (Low)

By Stephane Parmentier

Located in New York, NY

Scala Table Lamp (Low) -- Stephane Parmentier x Giobagnara Available only in burnished sandblasted bronze, brown or black. Features opal glass lampshade. Embracing sleek designs a...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Bronze

White Capri Easy Lounge Chair with Seat Cushion by Cools Collection

$2,139 / item

White Capri Easy Lounge Chair with Seat Cushion by Cools Collection

Located in Geneve, CH

Available in white or black finishes. Different color options available for the cushions (beige, yellow, opal, black).

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

White Capri Chair with Seat Cushion by Cools Collection

$1,318 / item

White Capri Chair with Seat Cushion by Cools Collection

Located in Geneve, CH

Available in white or black finishes. Cushions available in different colors (beige, yellow, opal, black).

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

White Capri Easy Lounge Chair with Back and Seat Cushions by Cools Collection

$2,444 / item

White Capri Easy Lounge Chair with Back and Seat Cushions by Cools Collection

Located in Geneve, CH

Available in white or black finishes. Different color options available for the cushions (beige, yellow, opal, black).

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

White Capri Easy Lounge Chair with Cushions and Ottoman by Cools Collection

$3,141 / item

White Capri Easy Lounge Chair with Cushions and Ottoman by Cools Collection

Located in Geneve, CH

Available in white or black finishes. Different color options available for the cushions (beige, yellow, opal, black).

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Triarc Pendant Light White by Bert Frank

$5,963 / item

Triarc Pendant Light White by Bert Frank

Located in Geneve, CH

Triarc pendant light white by Bert Frank Dimensions: 25 x 62 cm Materials: Brass, acrylic Available with opal or black diffusers. Three intersecting brass discs hang from a single ...

Category

2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Unique Torso Stoneware Vase by Camila Apaez

$261 / item

Unique Torso Stoneware Vase by Camila Apaez

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique Torso Stoneware vase by Camila Apaez Unique Materials: Stoneware Dimensions: 7 x 8 x 25 cm Options: White bone, Chocolate, Buttermilk, Charcoal Black, Glossy, Spotted Gray, P...

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Unique Stoneware Vase Femme II by Camila Apaez

$182 / item

Unique Stoneware Vase Femme II by Camila Apaez

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique Materials: Stoneware Dimensions: 8 x 8 x 22 cm Also available in white bone, chocolate, buttermilk, charcoal black, glossy, spotted grey, pale opal, nube, glossy.

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Garrafa No. I Vase by Camila Apaez

$204 / item

Garrafa No. I Vase by Camila Apaez

Located in Geneve, CH

I vase by Camila Apaez One of a kind Materials: stoneware Dimensions: 17 x 8 x 18 cm Options: White Bone, Chocolate, Buttermilk, Charcoal Black, Glossy, Spotted Gray, Pale Opal, Nube...

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Garrafa No. II Vase by Camila Apaez

$181 / item

Garrafa No. II Vase by Camila Apaez

Located in Geneve, CH

Glaze: Buttermilk Other options: White bone, chocolate, charcoal black, glossy, spotted gray, pale opal, nube, glossy.

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Platinum Black Opal Ring

$4,950

Platinum Black Opal Ring

Located in Sarasota, FL

Indulge in the luxurious beauty of our Platinum Black Opal Ring. This exquisite piece features a mesmerizing black opal, radiating with captivating hues, set in a sleek platinum band.

Category

2010s Australian Fashion Rings

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

A pair of Edwardian black opal and diamond drop earrings

$53,900

A pair of Edwardian black opal and diamond drop earrings

Located in London, GB

A beautiful pair of Edwardian black opal and diamond drop earrings. These earrings are set with two pear-shaped cabochon opals, which display a wonderful play-of-colour.

Category

20th Century British Edwardian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum

Platinum Blue Opal & Diamond Ring

$4,490

Platinum Blue Opal & Diamond Ring

Located in Sarasota, FL

Platinum ring featuring one 3.39 carat blue-green black opal and 0.87 carats of white diamonds. Ring size 6.75.

Category

Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

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Black Opal For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact black opal you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. 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 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. Finding an appealing black opal — no matter the origin — is easy, but Renata Bernard, Joke Quick and Alexey Gabilo each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any black opal from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of an opal version from the 2044 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A cabochon version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and round cut versions for sale. Most of our black opal for sale are for women, but there are 915 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Black Opal?

The price for a black opal starts at $0 and tops out at $4,375,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,020.

Questions About Black Opal

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.