Noblesse Oblige Studio 14mm Boulder Opal Beaded Necklace, 19 Inches
Located in Chesterland, OH
The necklace is 19 inches (48 cm) long, and the smooth round beads are 14mm in size. Boulder opals
Opal, Sterling Silver
18k Gold Short Necklace with Opal Beads Australian Boulder Opal Pendant
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
dark opal beads. The iridescent stripe across the boulder opal shows plenty "play of color", the highly
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold
$6,500
W 1 in D 0.25 in L 18 in
Boulder Opal Diamond Yellow Gold One-of-a-Kind Necklace, Just Jules 2025
By Julie Romanenko
Located in Dallas, TX
Celebrate the raw elegance of nature with this stunning Boulder Opal and Diamond Necklace from
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
One of a Kind Boulder Opal Bead Necklace
By Pampillonia
Located in Richardson, TX
This unique design opal necklace showcases 35 boulder opals. Hand-crafted in 14K white gold
Opal, White Gold
Australian Boulder Opal Round Beaded Stretch Bracelet
By Rocat Designs
Located in Tucson, AZ
beads (approximately 13-14mm). Handcrafted in the USA by Rocat Designs. The Boulder opal beads are
Opal
Unavailable
H 16 in W 0.75 in D 0.5 in Dm 0.75 in L 1.5 in
Boulder Opal, Sapphire and Tsavorite Pendant on a Beaded Boulder Opal Necklace.
By Kary Adam
Located in Seattle, WA
Australian Boulder Opal surrounded by Blue & Yellow Sapphires and Tsavorite Garnet. A Gold Plated T-Bar
Opal, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Silver
An Australian Boulder Opal Pendant & Necklace
By Kary Adam
Located in Seattle, WA
An Australian Boulder Opal Pendant & Opal Beaded Necklace With a Silver Clasp. This Australian
Opal, Silver
Boulder Opal Silver Horse Head Necklace
By Helen Ringus
Located in TRYON, NC
One of a kind necklace with a carved boulder opal horse head set in a silver bezel .The beads are
Opal, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
H 0.5 in W 0.5 in L 18.5 in
18k Yellow Gold Boulder Opal strand with an 18k Yellow Gold Lapis Clasp
By Llyn strong
Located in Greenville, SC
A knotted strand of Australian Boulder Opal 382 total carat weight with 18k yellow gold "Modullyn
Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Yellow Gold
A.Jeschel Solar Quartz and Australian Opals necklace
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
striking round beads of boulder opal, creating a captivating contrast. Completing this 19-inch masterpiece
Opal, Peridot, Quartz, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
W 2 in L 19 in
An Australian Boulder Opal Necklace & Pendant set with Tourmaline, Tanzanite
By Kary Adam
Located in Seattle, WA
Boulder Opal necklace that features a large central Australian Boulder Opal pendant that is surrounded by
Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Silver
A.Jeschel A super Dramatic and Bold Tibetan pendant long necklace.
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
attention. This dramatic piece boasts large brown turquoise plates, carved ox bone beads, Boulder opal, red
Turquoise, Opal, Sterling Silver
Boulder Opal Necklace Black Opal Beaded 22 Karat Gold 18 Karat Gold
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
Boulder opal necklace on black opal beads & 18k gold beads. The boulder opals are wrapped in 22k
Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Black Opal Beads Boulder Opal Pendant 22 Karat Gold 18 Karat Gold
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
. This boulder opal graces a strand of black opal beads that have a blue purple tone which enhances the
Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Black Opal Beaded Necklace with Boulder Opal in 22k Gold & 18k Gold
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
Black opal & boulder opal necklace with 18k gold spacers. The color in the boulder opal has
Lapis Lazuli, Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Matrix Boulder Opal Necklace Andalusite Beaded 22 Karat Gold 18 Karat Gold
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
Matrix opals from Australia are like abstract paintings and the matrix boulder opal in this
Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Exquisite Opal Beads and Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Sensational Natural Boulder Nugget Opal Beads Statement Necklace inter-spaced with sterling silver
Opal, Sterling Silver
Australian Yowah Boulder Opal in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
By Renate Exclusive
Located in Naples, NY
Very unique premium Australian Yowah Boulder Opal earrings! Australian Boulder Opal is found in
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boulder Opal Pendant & Sterling Silver Chain 43 Carat Natural Opal Organic Oval
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Natural boulder opal pendant and sterling silver beaded chain! This organic Australian opal pendant
Opal, Sterling Silver
Australian Boulder Opal 13mm Round Beaded Stretch Bracelet
Located in Tucson, AZ
Dazzling natural Australian Boulder opal 13mm stretch bracelet made with natural boulder opal beads
Opal
Gold Vermeil Boulder Opal Necklace
Located in Devon, GB
with its eleven twinkling Australian boulder opals. It is comfortable and can be easily worn as a well
Opal, Vermeil, Gold
A.Jeschel Long rope, Baroque Pearls, Kyanite, Boulder opal
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
intertwines denim blue Kyanite and the warm, earthy tones of Australian Boulder Opal. These captivating
Labradorite, Freshwater Pearl, Opal, Pearl, Kyanite, Sterling Silver
Turquoise and 18 Karat Gold Necklace with Australian Boulder Opal Clasp
By Susan Lister Locke
Located in Nantucket, MA
bead inlaid with an Australian Boulder Opal.
Opal, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold
Tanzanite & Multicolor Opal Knuckle Ring With Pave Diamonds In 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Rough cut tanzanite oval opal pave diamond knuckle ring, this is a collector's piece. Ring Size: 6.75 18kt: 2.96gms Diamond: 1.42ct Slv: 3.9gms Opal: 1.65ct Tanzanite: 9.50ct
Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$37,500
H 1.97 in W 1.02 in Dm 8 in
AUSTRIAN Art Deco 1925 Curvex Wristwatch in Platinum With 7.75 Ctw in Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco curvex wristwatch in platinum with gemstones. This is an absolutely gorgeous wristwatch, created in Austria during the art deco period, back in the late 1920's. The case...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
18k Gold Deco Style Pendant with Opal and Diamonds
By Amy Glaswand
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco is the influence for the design of this modern pendant. This piece features a opal center rosecut stone with a black onyx backing to create a rich blue/green color. Fabrica...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Dalben Australian Opal Yellow Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18k yellow gold satin finishing ring with a 3,4 carat bezel-set lovely Australian Lightning Ridge Opal . The stone colors looks like a Sardinia bay sea ...
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Graduated Ethiopian Opal Necklace, 436.00 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Thirty-three monumental Ethiopian opal beads totaling approximately 436.00 carats comprise this mesmerizing necklace. The graduated gems are not only impressive in size, but each exh...
Emerald, Onyx, Opal
Steven Battelle 60.0 Carats Blue-Green Indicolite Tourmaline 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A fabulous 18 x 25 mm pear shaped cabochon Brazilian indicolite tourmaline is set within a one of kind Steven Battelle design. Indicolite blue tourmaline is the rarest and most soug...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
$1,808 / item
Heart garnet Eternity Ring in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with heart natural garnets. Heart garnet eternity ring band. Valentines gift jewelry. Full circle of hearts. January birthstone ring. Heart Garnet gold ring. Love ring....
Garnet, 14k Gold
Precious Picture Opal 22K Gold Handmade One of a Kind Ring, Talkative, 2022
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Editions Ring hand-fabricated in Japan by jewelry designer Shinobu Marotta (Talkative Atelier) showcasing an exceptional, rare 3.78 carat precious picture opal from the...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,390Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Watch Australian Opal White Diamond Blue Sapphire Gold Ring, Just Jules
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Ring by jewelry designer Julie Romanenko (Just Jules) showcasing a magnificent violet-hued natural round Australian opal cabochon with primary red and green fire, bezel...
Opal, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, G...
One of a Kind Ethiopian Opal Ring by Gurhan
By Gurhan
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
The one-of-a-kind Center Stone ring by Gurhan is a magnificent showcase of craftsmanship and rare beauty. This stunning piece features a large, 30x17mm rectangular cabochon Ethiopian...
Opal, 24k Gold
Louis Comfort Tiffany Black Opal and Plique a Jour Brooch
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in Riverdale, NY
Tiffany Arts and Crafts Era Black Opal and Plique a Jour Brooch circa 1910's by Louis Comfort Tiffany with Julia Munson in 18k gold. Large peacock Black Opal round measuring .75" x 5...
Opal, 18k Gold
Natural 110 Ct Ethiopian Opal Bead Single Strand Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Natural Opal single strand Bead Necklace with 14 Karat lobster gold Clasp. These are Ethiopian Beads 20 to 21 inch long 1 layers of Natural opal Beads These are Smooth beads , hav...
Opal, Yellow Gold
Ethiopian Opal Bead Necklace, 680.00 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Thirty-four solid opal beads totaling approximately 680.00 carats line the length of this eye-catching necklace. The graduated gems are an impressive size and perfectly matched, with...
Emerald, Onyx, Opal
Noblesse Oblige Studio Multicolored Tourmaline Beaded Necklace, 18"
Located in Chesterland, OH
The length of the necklace is 18 inches ( 45.7 cm). The rare huge size of the smooth round beads is 19-20 mm. Beads are multicolored: black, green, purple, brown, pink, etc. Crystal...
Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
18 Karat Gold Signet Ring with Diamonds and Boulder Opal
By Amy Glaswand
Located in New York, NY
Modern and sleek Signet Ring which can be worn alone or stacked our other pave signet rings. The influence of Art Deco can be seen in this angular shape. This center stone is a slice...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 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).
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
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