$720Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Solid Black Opal Oval Cabs 14 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple and elegant pair of Black Opal Oval Cabochons measuring 12x10 mm. in a 14 Kt yellow gold bezel setting.
Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 2.77ctw GIA Bright & Lively Oval Black Opal w/ Step Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes w/ GIA certification for the opal! Stock Number: MK-160169019 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 2235866402 Shape: Oval Cutting Style: Double Cabochon T...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
2.51 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.51 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.57 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known for exhibiting flas...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1.91 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.91 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.58 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known for exhibiting flas...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
4.22 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 4.22 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.66 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known for exhibiting flas...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2.932 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.932 Carat Australian Black Opal and 1.83 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known for exhibiting fla...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2.302 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.302 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.53 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known for exhibiting fla...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1.16 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.164 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.60 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known for exhibiting fla...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Black Australian Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring, 1990s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This exceptional 14-karat yellow gold ring showcases a captivating Australian black triplet opal as its centerpiece. The oval opal measures 13.8 x 7 mm and is securely prong-set, exh...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
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. The opal is an exceptionally fine gem with vivid play...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold 1.42ct Oval Black Opal Pendant Adjustable Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Elongated Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Black Base w/ Play Of Colors - 10.3x4.4mm - 1.42ct (exact) Material: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Weight:...
Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.82 Carat Natural Australian Lightning Ridge Black Opal Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.82 Carat, Natural, Australian Black Opal and 2.20 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1.73 Carat Natural Australian Lightning Ridge Black Opal Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.73 Carat, Natural, Australian Black Opal and 0.09 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
12.49 Carat Australian Black Opal Certified "Lightening Ridge" Mine 18K Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Black opals from Lightning Ridge are among the most prized gems in the world. The name is inspired by their solid black bodies, upon which a spectrum of strong, vibrant colours stand...
White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold
4.7 Carat Australian Black Opal Certified "Lightening Ridge" Mine 18K Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Black opals from Lightning Ridge are among the most prized gems in the world. The name is inspired by their solid black bodies, upon which a spectrum of strong, vibrant colours stand...
White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold
Contemporary 14K Yellow Gold Black Opal Starfish Pendant, USA, 10.2g
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Playful yet refined, this yellow gold starfish pendant captures the beauty of the sea with a sculptural, textured design. The outer edges feature a richly textured finish, echoing th...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 5.50ctw GIA Australian Oval Black Opal Open Work Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes with original GIA certification for the opal. Stock Number: MK-910279060 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 2233805481 Shape: Oval Cutting Style: Double...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Natural 2.75 Ct Australian green and pink black boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 2.75 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2024. Sue processed the rough opal herself and cut ...
Opal, Black Opal
Faye Kim Lightning Ridge Australian Black Opal Hinged Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A striking celebration of color and craftsmanship, Faye Kim's 18 Karat Black Opal Hinged Ring centers a vivid black opal whose shifting flashes of light create an alluring, ever-chan...
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
14K 18.78 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Pendant Necklace
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
"14K 18.78 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Pendant Necklace" This necklace features a 18.78-carat natural black Opal with a color-play effect.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$524Sale Price|30% Off
Natural Black Opal Ring in 925 St. Silver Handmade Vintage Style Statement Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Opal ⚖️ RING WEIGHT: 16.38 Grams 💍 RING SIZE: 9.5 US 🪚 STONE SHAPE & CUT: Cabochon Cut 🌈 COLOR: Black with Play of Color 🧱 MATERIAL: 925 Sterling Silve...
Opal, Black Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
$4,077Sale Price|20% Off
Ring in Rose Gold with 1 Black Opal Oval and 38 Diamonds
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Thomas Leyser is renowned for his contemporary jewellery designs utilizing fine gemstones. This 18k rose gold (15.30g) ring is set with 1x fine Black Opal in magnificient firework c...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Rose Gold
Platinum 3.65ctw GIA Elongated Oval Black Opal w/ Diamond Halo Nice Shape Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes w/ GIA certification for the opal! Stock Number: MK-10227136 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 6237602860 Shape: Oval Cutting Style: Double Cabochon Tr...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Antique Black Opal Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Victorian Art Deco
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SPECTACULAR ANTIQUE VICTORIAN TO ART DECO BLACK OPAL PENDANT IN 18 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. THE STUNNING PENDANT HAS 11 OF THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL OVAL AND ROUND CABOCHON OPAL...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Opal Black Onyx Sterling Silver Inlay Pendant Necklace, 1990s
Located in Milford, DE
This Southwest modernist sterling silver inlay pendant necklace features an eye-catching teardrop-shaped pendant showcasing a geometric channel inlay. The vibrant, electric blue-gre...
Onyx, Opal, Sterling Silver
Teal Blue Green Australian Solid Black Opal Diamond 18k Gold Bypass Ring
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A striking Australian opal ring displaying beautiful aqua blue and green colours, accented with four brilliant cut diamonds in an intricate 18ct yellow gold bypass setting. This beau...
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-Century 4.55 Carat Black Opal and 1.5 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Lightning Ridge produces the most valuable type of opal on the market. The high quality, rarity, and uniqueness makes black opal highly sought after for fine jewelry designers and in...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$8,093Sale Price|55% Off
Black Opal Diamonds Gold Silver Ring Antique Style Unisex Engagement
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
This one-of-a-kind ring was handcrafted in Paris, inspired by traditional techniques used in fine jewelry at the turn of the 20th century. The design follows a historical method wher...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling...
$5,760Sale Price|20% Off
14K 13.33 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
"14K 13.33 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Cocktail Ring" This ring features a 13.33-carat natural black Opal with a color-play effect.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$15,760Sale Price|20% Off
1.70ct Black Opal Sapphire Tsavorite & Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, US
One-of-a-kind cocktail ring featuring a 1.70 carat Black Opal from the renowned region of Lightning Ridge in Australia. Custom-cut blue Sapphires totaling 2.10 carat, green Tsavorite...
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, Black Opal, 18k Gold
1.29 Carat Natural Lightning Ridge Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.294 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.62 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known for exhibiting fla...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1.38 Carat Natural Lightning Ridge Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.385 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.62 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known for exhibiting fla...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Solid Black Opal Diamond 18k Gold Ring Royal Blue Size L / 5.75
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A stunning 18ct gold solid black opal ring with royal blue play of colours and diamonds on the sides. Item Details – Stones: 1 x natural Australian solid black opal, gem weight 0.2...
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$7,832Sale Price|55% Off
Dark Opal White Gold Engagement Ring Australian Opal gift
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K white gold ring with natural Dark Opal with bright opalescence opal origin - Australia opal weight - 1.55 carats stone measurements - 0.28 х 0.35 in / 7 х 9 mm ring weight - 3.5...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Rose Gold Black Opal Emerald Sapphire Demantoid Diamond Pave Pendant
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Unveil the beauty of Belgian craftsmanship with this handmade rose gold multi-stone pendant, featuring Black Lightning Ridge Opal Cabochons, Colombian Emeralds, No heat Blue Sapphire...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Black Opal, 18k...
$4,580Sale Price|20% Off
Black Opal & Diamond Halo Statement Cocktail Men's Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Elevate your jewelry collection with this breathtaking Black Opal Cabochon and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
$15,143Sale Price|55% Off
Black Opal earrings white gold Neon Blue Special person wedding gift jewelry
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
18K white gold earrings with natural Black Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.31 x 0.39 in / 8 х 10 mm stones weight - 2.15 carats earrings height - 1.81 in / 46 mm e...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
IGI 14K 15.58 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Pendant Necklace
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
"IGI 14K 15.58 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Pendant Necklace" This necklace features a IGI-certified 15.58-carat natural black Opal with a color-play effect.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 5.38 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Ballerina Vintage Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified vintage 5.83 carat black opal and diamond halo ballerina ring in platinum 900. Featuring a center stone that is absolutely captivating, bearing tremendous color, luster...
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. The star of the show is unquestionably the central Opal - the background colour is...
New Black Opal Emerald Cut Diamonds 18 karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold. Elegant and sober, this white gold ring is set with 4 claws of a cabochon opal backed on either side by 2 emerald-cut diamonds. Total weight of the Opal...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.56 Carat Natural Lighting Ridge Black Opal & Diamond Halo Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful halo ring featuring a 2.56 Carat, Natural, Australian Black Opal and 1.68 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Art Deco 3.87 Ct Australian Black Blue Green Opal Diamond Platinum ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Stamped inside the shank with weight, Platinum assay and maker initials- 5.8 mm. thick , very fine cabochon cut and polished– Opal pattern is rolling flash flagstone colours black bo...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
'Lightning Storm' Violet Blue Australian Black Opal Diamond Pendant in 9ct White
Located in SYDNEY, AU
At its center is a 2.2-carat, cabochon-cut natural Australian semi-crystal black opal, displaying an exceptional play of colours in blue, violet, indigo, and purple tones.
Diamond, Black Opal, 9k Gold, White Gold
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
HRD 14K 5.01 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
"HRD 14K 5.01 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Cocktail Ring" This ring features a 5.01-carat natural black Opal with a color-play effect.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 3.47ctw Black Blue & Green Play Opal w/ Trillion Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Base Color w/ Blue & Green Play of Colors - 12.2x9.3mm - 3.22ct (exact - stamped) (2) Natural Genui...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
HRD 14K 16.05 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal&Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
"HRD 14K 16.05 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Cocktail Ring" This ring features a 16.05-carat natural black Opal with a color-play effect.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Shahla 14k Yellow Gold Black Opal Emerald Aquamarine & Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon - Bezel Set - Black Base w/ Green Color Play - 12.8x10.4mm (approx.) (4) Natural Genuine Emeralds - Square Step Cut - Prong Set - ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
New Alex Sepkus 3.94 Carat Black Opal 18k Gold Ring
By Alex Sepkus
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
From noted New York City jewelry designer Alex Sepkus, this bespoke black opal ring is truly a work of art. The 4 carat opal displaying a fiery play of color exhibiting blue and gree...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Black Opal Slider X Pendant with Diamonds, USA, 2000
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Opal Slider X Pendant. The pendant features a dome shaped X with channel-set diamonds on the lower bridge and a black opal inlay on the higher bridge. The ...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
HRD 14K 5.85 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
"HRD 14K 5.85 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Cocktail Ring" This ring features a 5.85-carat natural black Opal with a color-play effect.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
HRD 14K 12.87 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
"HRD 14K 12.87 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Cocktail Ring" This ring features a 12.87-carat natural black Opal with a color-play effect.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Important Arts and Crafts Black Opal Galleon Necklace
Located in Riverdale, NY
Important Arts and Crafts Galleon Necklace by an extraordinary, anonymous period jeweler circa 1910, likely made in the Boston area of sterling silver and gold. Incredible detailing ...
Opal, Citrine, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
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
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
$4,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
Rainbow Black Australian Opal Ring with Sapphires and 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Made to order* Custom made 18ct yellow gold rainbow sapphire ring featuring a Lighting Ridge Australian Black opal centre surrounded by a double halo of rainbow sapphires including ...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, Black Opal, 18k Gol...
Vintage GIA Certified Black Opal Mixed Cut Diamond Halo 14K Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Cut: Oval, Double Cabochon Origin: Natural Black Opal Measurements: 13.75 x 11.11 x 5.55 mm GIA Certified: 2235446912 Side Stones Details: Type: Diamonds Cut: 14 Round Diamonds, 2 ...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White 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).