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Australian Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver Custom Bezel 20” Chain
Australian Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver Custom Bezel 20” Chain

Australian Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver Custom Bezel 20” Chain

Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA

This item is offered on consignment on behalf of a client; all serious and reasonable offers are presented for consideration, and we work diligently to achieve a mutually agreeable o...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver

Dalben Blue Pink Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Earrings
Dalben Blue Pink Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Earrings

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 . Bezel stone dimensions : max width 13...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Dalben Blue Green Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Earrings
Dalben Blue Green Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Earrings

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 . Bezel stone dimensions : max width 9 mm he...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 3 Carat Boulder Opal and Diamond Gold Openable Bale Enhancer Pendant
Vintage 3 Carat Boulder Opal and Diamond Gold Openable Bale Enhancer Pendant

Vintage 3 Carat Boulder Opal and Diamond Gold Openable Bale Enhancer Pendant

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Solitaire Boulder Opal and Diamond Gold Openable Bale Vintage Drop Enhancer Pendant.

Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Boulder Opal & Diamond Ring 9.9g
14K Yellow Gold Boulder Opal & Diamond Ring 9.9g

14K Yellow Gold Boulder Opal & Diamond Ring 9.9g

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Stamped 14k and weighs 9.9 grams. The Australian boulder opal has blue, green and a little red color play of color.

Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Boulder Opal ring silver large 8.5 US size gold ring natural gemstone
Vintage Boulder Opal ring silver large 8.5 US size gold ring natural gemstone

Vintage Boulder Opal ring silver large 8.5 US size gold ring natural gemstone

Located in Berlin, DE

Vintage 18K yellow gold plated and matte finish silver ring with natural Australian Boulder Opal opal origin - Lightning Ridge, Australia boulder opal measures - 0.16 x 0.35 x 0.63...

Category

2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold

19 Carat Australian Black Boulder Opal Gold Vintage Pendant Necklace
19 Carat Australian Black Boulder Opal Gold Vintage Pendant Necklace

19 Carat Australian Black Boulder Opal Gold Vintage Pendant Necklace

Located in Montreal, QC

19 Carat Australian Black Boulder Opal Gold Vintage Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry Simply Beautiful!

Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Pink Sapphire Pink Tourmaline Drop Earrings
18 Karat Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Pink Sapphire Pink Tourmaline Drop Earrings

18 Karat Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Pink Sapphire Pink Tourmaline Drop Earrings

By Joon Han

Located in New York, NY

Australian boulder opals encircled by sparkling, faceted pink sapphires with a luminous cabochon pink tourmaline on top, handcrafted in 18 karat yellow gold.

Category

2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, ...

Boulder Opal, Amethyst Pear and Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
Boulder Opal, Amethyst Pear and Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold

Boulder Opal, Amethyst Pear and Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold

By Sarosi By Timeless Gems

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These eye-catching dangle earrings feature a pair of gorgeous boulder opals combined with pear-shaped amethyst set with diamond accents in 18k yellow gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boulder Opal Diamond Ring. 18k Gold Genuine Opal Diamond Set Ring.
Boulder Opal Diamond Ring. 18k Gold Genuine Opal Diamond Set Ring.

Boulder Opal Diamond Ring. 18k Gold Genuine Opal Diamond Set Ring.

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Stunning Australian Boulder Opal Cabochon Bezel set. Accented with Diamonds.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Steven Battelle 23.3 Carats Koroit Boulder Opal Oxidized Sterling 18K Gold Ring
Steven Battelle 23.3 Carats Koroit Boulder Opal Oxidized Sterling 18K Gold Ring

Steven Battelle 23.3 Carats Koroit Boulder Opal Oxidized Sterling 18K Gold Ring

By Steven Battelle

Located in Soquel, CA

This ring is currently sized 8, and is somewhat difficult to resize. Koroit boulder opal is only found in one region of Queensland, Australia.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

Boulder Opal Earrings Sapphire Turquoise Infused with Brass 22k 18k Gold SS
Boulder Opal Earrings Sapphire Turquoise Infused with Brass 22k 18k Gold SS

Boulder Opal Earrings Sapphire Turquoise Infused with Brass 22k 18k Gold SS

By Jennifer Kalled

Located in Wolfeboro, NH

These audacious boulder opals dangle earrings blur the line between raw earth and refined luxury.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, Turquoise, 22k Gold, Brass, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Keshi Pearl Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings
18 Karat Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Keshi Pearl Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings

18 Karat Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Keshi Pearl Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings

By Joon Han

Located in New York, NY

Gorgeous one-of-a-kind drop dangle earrings of boulder opals, light grey keshi pearls and diamonds, handcrafted in 18 karat yellow gold.

Category

2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...

Golden Hill Turquoise & Australian Boulder Opal 18 Karat Gold Dangle Earrings
Golden Hill Turquoise & Australian Boulder Opal 18 Karat Gold Dangle Earrings

Golden Hill Turquoise & Australian Boulder Opal 18 Karat Gold Dangle Earrings

By Vicki Orr Designs

Located in Naples, FL

Golden Hill Turquoise from Kazakhstan and Australian Boulder Opal 18k yellow gold dangle earrings. Dangle earrings are 2.88 inches in length.

Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Opal, Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...

Dalben Big Oval Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring
Dalben Big Oval Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring

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.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Jasper Boulder Opal Necklace Aquamarine Pearl 22k 18k Gold Sterling Silver
Jasper Boulder Opal Necklace Aquamarine Pearl 22k 18k Gold Sterling Silver

Jasper Boulder Opal Necklace Aquamarine Pearl 22k 18k Gold Sterling Silver

By Jennifer Kalled

Located in Wolfeboro, NH

I strung the jasper and boulder opal necklace on strings of aquamarine, and natural topaz beads, completing the marriage.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, Pearl, Jasper, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver

18 Karat Yellow Gold Keshi Pearl Boulder Opal Spinel Drop Dangle Earrings
18 Karat Yellow Gold Keshi Pearl Boulder Opal Spinel Drop Dangle Earrings

18 Karat Yellow Gold Keshi Pearl Boulder Opal Spinel Drop Dangle Earrings

By Joon Han

Located in New York, NY

Dangle earrings of keshi pearls, boulder opals and multicolored spinels, handcrafted in 18 karat yellow gold.

Category

2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Opal, Pearl, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Necklace with Diamonds
Syna Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Necklace with Diamonds

Syna Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Necklace with Diamonds

By Syna Jewels

Located in Fort Lee, NJ

Created in 18 karat yellow gold Boulder Opal 3.20 carats approx. Diamonds 0.10 carat approx. 18 inch, adjustable at 16-17 inch Lobster clasp Limited edition This 18 karat yellow gol...

Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 11.3 Carats Boulder Opal 18K Gold Ring
Steven Battelle 11.3 Carats Boulder Opal 18K Gold Ring

Steven Battelle 11.3 Carats Boulder Opal 18K Gold Ring

By Steven Battelle

Located in Soquel, CA

A bright, electric blue, variegated 12 x 27 mm oval boulder opal is set vertically in an exquisitely handmade "hearts and jawan" ornamented setting in this beautiful ring design.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold and Aquamarine Drop Earring with Boulder Opal and Diamonds
18 Karat Gold and Aquamarine Drop Earring with Boulder Opal and Diamonds

18 Karat Gold and Aquamarine Drop Earring with Boulder Opal and Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

Materials: 18 karat gold, 1.1mm diamonds (.30ct), Boulder Opal, Aquamarine 47mm x 9mm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

15.67 Carat Boulder Opal and Diamond Retro Style Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold
15.67 Carat Boulder Opal and Diamond Retro Style Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold

15.67 Carat Boulder Opal and Diamond Retro Style Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold

By Sarosi By Timeless Gems

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This one-of-a-kind pendant features a striking 15.67 carat boulder opal in an original Retro style design. The boulder opal has gorgeous turquoise blue body color and subtle play-of-...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Large Australian Boulder Opal Red Green Blue Gemstone Ivy Silver Ring
Large Australian Boulder Opal Red Green Blue Gemstone Ivy Silver Ring

Large Australian Boulder Opal Red Green Blue Gemstone Ivy Silver Ring

By Alexey Gabilo

Located in Berlin, DE

Natural boulder Opal ring in blackened and gold plated silver Opal origin - Australia Opal measurements - 0.7 х 0.98 in / 17 х 25 mm stone weight - 21 carats ring size - 8.5 US - 58 ...

Category

2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Silver

18k Gold Short Necklace with Opal Beads Australian Boulder Opal Pendant
18k Gold Short Necklace with Opal Beads Australian Boulder Opal Pendant

18k Gold Short Necklace with Opal Beads Australian Boulder Opal Pendant

By Angelina Fine Jewelry

Located in Amsterdam, NH

A lovely and intriguing necklace with a mesmerising natural Australian black opal pendant strung on dark opal beads. The iridescent stripe across the boulder opal shows plenty "play ...

Category

2010s Dutch Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Boulder Opal Silver Ring  5 carat anniversary opal wedding gift vintage style
Boulder Opal Silver Ring  5 carat anniversary opal wedding gift vintage style

Boulder Opal Silver Ring 5 carat anniversary opal wedding gift vintage style

Located in Berlin, DE

Scratched sterling silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.35 х 0.51 in / 9 х 13 mm opal weight - 5.3 carats ring weight - 8.5 grams ring ...

Category

2010s German Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Opal, Silver

Natural 13.54 Ct carved Boulder Opal butterfly wings mined by Sue Cooper
Natural 13.54 Ct carved Boulder Opal butterfly wings mined by Sue Cooper

Natural 13.54 Ct carved Boulder Opal butterfly wings mined by Sue Cooper

Located in BELCONNEN, ACT

This beautiful 13.54 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2024.

Category

2010s Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Natural 20.08 Ct Carved Boulder Opal Butterfly Wings mined by Sue Cooper
Natural 20.08 Ct Carved Boulder Opal Butterfly Wings mined by Sue Cooper

Natural 20.08 Ct Carved Boulder Opal Butterfly Wings mined by Sue Cooper

Located in BELCONNEN, ACT

This beautiful 20.08 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2024.

Category

2010s Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Steven Battelle 4 Carats Boulder Opal Sterling 18k Gold Ring
Steven Battelle 4 Carats Boulder Opal Sterling 18k Gold Ring

Steven Battelle 4 Carats Boulder Opal Sterling 18k Gold Ring

By Steven Battelle

Located in Soquel, CA

A beautiful irregular shaped 9 x 19 mm cabochon of Quipee mine Australian boulder opal displays sheens of brilliant blue again contrasting gold while set in a "large/small jawan" dou...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

Aquamarine, Green Tourmaline and Boulder Opal French Clip Earrings in 18k Gold
Aquamarine, Green Tourmaline and Boulder Opal French Clip Earrings in 18k Gold

Aquamarine, Green Tourmaline and Boulder Opal French Clip Earrings in 18k Gold

By Sarosi By Timeless Gems

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These beautiful earrings showcase a rich yet tranquil color combination by bringing bright blue aquamarines and vibrant teal green tourmalines together with soothing lavender blue bo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brutalist 14k Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Cocktail Ring, 1960s Vintage
Brutalist 14k Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Cocktail Ring, 1960s Vintage

Brutalist 14k Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Cocktail Ring, 1960s Vintage

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

The intriguing boulder opal displays the natural matrix with a streak of kaleidoscopic flashes of color running down the center of the gemstone.

Category

Vintage 1960s Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Peter Suchy 8.16 Carat Boulder Opal Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Peter Suchy 8.16 Carat Boulder Opal Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace

Peter Suchy 8.16 Carat Boulder Opal Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace

By Peter Suchy

Located in Stamford, CT

Natural Australian boulder opal necklace with a halo of rubies and diamonds.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Boulder Opal Ring silver Green Blue Australian Gemstone unisex vintage
Large Boulder Opal Ring silver Green Blue Australian Gemstone unisex vintage

Large Boulder Opal Ring silver Green Blue Australian Gemstone unisex vintage

Located in Berlin, DE

Large matte finish silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal weight - 10.6 carats ring weight - 8.05 grams ring size - 8 1/4 US opal measurements - 0.2 х 0....

Category

2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Silver

1.8cts Boulder Opal Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds Accents: Solid 14k White Gold
1.8cts Boulder Opal Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds Accents: Solid 14k White Gold

1.8cts Boulder Opal Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds Accents: Solid 14k White Gold

Located in Columbus, OH

A stunning 14K solid white gold ring featuring an uneven-shaped natural Boulder Opal as the centerpiece, accented with sparkling natural diamonds.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Boulder Opal 18K Gold Silver Pendant Natural Multi-Colour Australian Gemstone
Boulder Opal 18K Gold Silver Pendant Natural Multi-Colour Australian Gemstone

Boulder Opal 18K Gold Silver Pendant Natural Multi-Colour Australian Gemstone

Located in Berlin, DE

18K yellow gold plated and matte finish silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia pendant weight - 5.75 grams pendant height - 1.42 in / 36 mm gem size - 0.2 ...

Category

2010s German Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, 18k Gold

Australian Boulder Opal 22 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Australian Boulder Opal 22 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

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.

Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Boulder Opal ring Avatar Unisex natural opal ring Genuine opal jewelry
Blue Boulder Opal ring Avatar Unisex natural opal ring Genuine opal jewelry

Blue Boulder Opal ring Avatar Unisex natural opal ring Genuine opal jewelry

Located in Berlin, DE

Amazing silver ring with natural blue and green Boulder Opal Opal origin - Queensland, Australia weight of the opal - 7.10 carat weight of the ring - 12.47 grams opal - 0.24 х 0.47 x...

Category

2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Silver

Peter Suchy 4.90 Carat Boulder Opal Garnet Sapphire White Gold Pendant Necklace
Peter Suchy 4.90 Carat Boulder Opal Garnet Sapphire White Gold Pendant Necklace

Peter Suchy 4.90 Carat Boulder Opal Garnet Sapphire White Gold Pendant Necklace

By Peter Suchy

Located in Stamford, CT

One of a kind boulder Opal, Sapphire and Tsavorite pendant necklace.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Australian Boulder Opal Pendant in Sterling Silver with 18k Gold Accents
Australian Boulder Opal Pendant in Sterling Silver with 18k Gold Accents

Australian Boulder Opal Pendant in Sterling Silver with 18k Gold Accents

Located in Berlin, BE

A striking pendant featuring a natural Boulder Opal from Queensland, Australia. Set in solid 925 sterling silver with refined 18k yellow gold accents.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Pastel Blue Pink Green Solid 13ct Australian Boulder Opal Pendant in 14k Gold
Pastel Blue Pink Green Solid 13ct Australian Boulder Opal Pendant in 14k Gold

Pastel Blue Pink Green Solid 13ct Australian Boulder Opal Pendant in 14k Gold

Located in SYDNEY, AU

Set in 14ct gold, this wonderful freeform Australian solid boulder opal displays a dreamy rainbow colours that flow beautifully on the pastel blue background.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Boulder Opal Cuff Bracelet Alaskan Gold Nugget Diamond Sapphire Tsavorite Garnet
Boulder Opal Cuff Bracelet Alaskan Gold Nugget Diamond Sapphire Tsavorite Garnet

Boulder Opal Cuff Bracelet Alaskan Gold Nugget Diamond Sapphire Tsavorite Garnet

By Jennifer Kalled

Located in Wolfeboro, NH

A Boulder Opal with stunning fire of green, gold, and orange in this cuff bracelet.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22...

Antique Silver Plated Bar Brooch with Three Doublet Boulder Opals
Antique Silver Plated Bar Brooch with Three Doublet Boulder Opals

Antique Silver Plated Bar Brooch with Three Doublet Boulder Opals

Located in London, GB

Fabulous antique silver plated bar brooch with three doublet boulder opals in an ornate setting. Measuring length 4.7 cm / 1.85 inches by width 7.5 mm / .3 inch.

Category

Early 20th Century Brooches

18K Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace, France, 21st Century
18K Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace, France, 21st Century

18K Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace, France, 21st Century

Located in Poitiers, FR

This pendant consists of a raw boulder opal encircled in gold. Pendant sold alone without presentation chain.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Large 17ct Australian Boulder Opal Pendant in Gold Over Sterling Silver
Vintage Large 17ct Australian Boulder Opal Pendant in Gold Over Sterling Silver

Vintage Large 17ct Australian Boulder Opal Pendant in Gold Over Sterling Silver

Located in SYDNEY, AU

This striking pendant showcases a premium, large 17-carat solid Australian boulder opal, alive with astonishing colour play of vivid pink, blue, green, and yellow.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver

Australian boulder opals paired with pear-cut tanzanites,  18-karat yellow gold
Australian boulder opals paired with pear-cut tanzanites,  18-karat yellow gold

Australian boulder opals paired with pear-cut tanzanites, 18-karat yellow gold

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

Dangling from a hinge closure earring fastest closed for security. The rich color, boulder opal radiates, amazing colors and his accented by a beautiful tanzanite The setting is prof...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary South American Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Tanzanite, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3-Tier Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise and Boulder Opal Gold Dangle Earrings
3-Tier Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise and Boulder Opal Gold Dangle Earrings

3-Tier Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise and Boulder Opal Gold Dangle Earrings

By Vicki Orr

Located in Naples, FL

Contemporary and bohemian 3-tier 22k yellow gold dangle earrings featuring Lapis Lazuli, Australian Boulder Opal, and Carico Lake Turquoise (from the closed mine in Nevada, USA) gems...

Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Turquoise, Multi-gemstone, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Dalben Design Oval Australian Boulder Opal and Rose Gold Necklace
Dalben Design Oval Australian Boulder Opal and Rose Gold Necklace

Dalben Design Oval Australian Boulder Opal and Rose Gold Necklace

By Oreste Dalben

Located in Como, IT

Dalben design One of a Kind 18k rose gold matte finishing necklace with one bezel-set blue oval Australian Boulder Opal weight 22,8 ct and a round australian opal on the rose gold cl...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Cabochon Tsavorite Boulder Opal Diamond Drop Dangle Earring
18 Karat Yellow Gold Cabochon Tsavorite Boulder Opal Diamond Drop Dangle Earring

18 Karat Yellow Gold Cabochon Tsavorite Boulder Opal Diamond Drop Dangle Earring

By Joon Han

Located in New York, NY

Drop dangle earrings of oval cabochon tsavorites surrounded by diamond pave, with pear shaped boulder opal drops, handcrafted in 18 karat yellow gold.

Category

2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Boulder Opal 22 Karat Gold Hinged Pendant on Wire Necklace
Australian Boulder Opal 22 Karat Gold Hinged Pendant on Wire Necklace

Australian Boulder Opal 22 Karat Gold Hinged Pendant on Wire Necklace

By Vicki Orr

Located in Naples, FL

Australian Boulder Opal and hammered 22k yellow gold hinged pendant on 22k wire collar necklace.

Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Boulder Opal Ring silver Natural Opal gift friend anniversary opal wedding
Large Boulder Opal Ring silver Natural Opal gift friend anniversary opal wedding

Large Boulder Opal Ring silver Natural Opal gift friend anniversary opal wedding

Located in Berlin, DE

One of a kind statement silver ring with natural Koroit Boulder Opal of 13.5 carats Opal origin - Australia Opal measurements - 12 x 16 mm / 0.47 x 0.62 in US Size 8.5 = UK Size K 1/...

Category

2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Silver

Dalben Design Big Oval Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring
Dalben Design Big Oval Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring

Dalben Design Big Oval Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring

By Laura Dalben

Located in Como, IT

Dalben design One of a kind 18k yellow gold matte finishing ring with a 15 carat bezel-set light violet with a Blue-green lights spots wave line Australian Boulder Opal . Ring si...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Australian Boulder Opal and South Sea Pearl Pendant
18k Gold Australian Boulder Opal and South Sea Pearl Pendant

18k Gold Australian Boulder Opal and South Sea Pearl Pendant

By Angelina Fine Jewelry

Located in Amsterdam, NH

An exquisite 18k gold pendant with an Australian Boulder Opal and a golden South Sea Pearl. This is a winning combination of two elegant and understated gemstones.

Category

2010s Dutch Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

3.00ct Australian QLD Boulder Opal & 0.05ct Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold
3.00ct Australian QLD Boulder Opal & 0.05ct Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold

3.00ct Australian QLD Boulder Opal & 0.05ct Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Mined from the large ironstone boulders under the ground, boulder opals are easily recognisable by the layer of solid brown ironstone on the back of the stone.

Category

Vintage 1970s Australian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fountain of life Large Boulder Opal Silver necklace fine quality australian gem
Fountain of life Large Boulder Opal Silver necklace fine quality australian gem

Fountain of life Large Boulder Opal Silver necklace fine quality australian gem

Located in Berlin, DE

Large silver pendant with natural fine quality Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia gem size is 0.87 x 1.10 in / 22 x 28 mm stone weight - 32 carats pendant length - 1.54 in / 39...

Category

2010s German Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver

Dalben Design Light Blue Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring
Dalben Design Light Blue Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring

Dalben Design Light Blue Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring

By Laura Dalben

Located in Como, IT

Dalben design One of a kind 18 kt rose gold satin finishing ring with a 3,93 carat bezel-set Australian Boulder Opal . The stone has deep light blue colors with green light spots.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

18K Yellow Gold 1.50ct Diamond and Boulder Opal Pendant MF40-020326
18K Yellow Gold 1.50ct Diamond and Boulder Opal Pendant MF40-020326

18K Yellow Gold 1.50ct Diamond and Boulder Opal Pendant MF40-020326

By LB Exclusive

Located in Southampton, PA

A vibrant Boulder Opal gives this luxury pendant an otherworldly quality.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Boulder Opal, Turquoise, Silver and 18 Karat Gold Dangle Earrings
Australian Boulder Opal, Turquoise, Silver and 18 Karat Gold Dangle Earrings

Australian Boulder Opal, Turquoise, Silver and 18 Karat Gold Dangle Earrings

By Vicki Orr Designs

Located in Naples, FL

Stunning Australian Boulder Opal and Carico Lake turquoise (from the closed mine in Nevada, USA) set in hand-fabricated, oxidized sterling silver with 18k yellow gold accent prongs a...

Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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Boulder Opals For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of boulder opals for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 260 vintage examples as well as 1200 contemporary versions. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. contemporary and artisan are consistently popular styles when it comes to boulder opals. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Renata Bernard, Laura Dalben and Jennifer Kalled are consistently popular. There are many cabochon, oval cut and mixed cut boulder opals for sale. When shopping our range of boulder opals, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Boulder Opals?

On average, boulder opals at 1stDibs sell for $4,384, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $350,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Opal in Jewelry Design

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).

Questions About Boulder Opals
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    An Australian boulder opal is an opal mined from a large ironstone boulder under the ground. This type of opal is the second most valuable opal behind the black opal. Spot an Australian boulder opal by checking for a solid layer of brown ironstone left on the back of the stone. Shop Australian boulder opals on 1stDibs.