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Ornate Carved Opal & Diamond Ring
Ornate Carved Opal & Diamond Ring

Ornate Carved Opal & Diamond Ring

Located in Webster, NY

Stunning carved Opal set in a 14k yellow gold ring surrounded by 1.70CTW of Yellow Diamonds

Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal

Carved Opal Emerald and Diamond Halo Brooch
Carved Opal Emerald and Diamond Halo Brooch

Carved Opal Emerald and Diamond Halo Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Carved Opal Emerald and Diamond Halo Brooch Description: This bold brooch centers on a large

Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

18k Gold Duck Carved Opal Hardstone Figure
18k Gold Duck Carved Opal Hardstone Figure

18k Gold Duck Carved Opal Hardstone Figure

Located in Long Island City, NY

18k Gold Duck carved opal hardstone figure Legs marked "750". In great condition Measures

Category

20th Century Unknown Animal Sculptures

Materials

Opal, Gold

Estate Carved Opal Native American Plaque
Estate Carved Opal Native American Plaque

Estate Carved Opal Native American Plaque

Located in Narberth, PA

This spectacular opal Native American Chief plaque is a rare and unusual find! Carved from a large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Opal

Finely detailed antique Edwardian carved opal cameo necklace (circa 1910s), craf
Finely detailed antique Edwardian carved opal cameo necklace (circa 1910s), craf

Finely detailed antique Edwardian carved opal cameo necklace (circa 1910s), craf

Located in Torrance, CA

Carved opal measures 40mm x 36mm (8mm thick). Old European and rose cut diamonds total an estimated

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Vintage Carved Opal 4.80ct Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Vintage Carved Opal 4.80ct Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold

Vintage Carved Opal 4.80ct Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A magnificent, fine and impressive vintage carved opal, 4.80 carat ruby and 0.05 carat diamond, 18k

Category

Vintage 1950s European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

GIA Certified Large Carved Opal Rose Gold Frame Pendant Necklace
GIA Certified Large Carved Opal Rose Gold Frame Pendant Necklace

GIA Certified Large Carved Opal Rose Gold Frame Pendant Necklace

Located in Stamford, CT

Hand carved opal pendant and necklace. Intricate blue green opal carvings of a woman in flowing

Category

Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Carved Opal Fish Ring Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Vintage Carved Opal Fish Ring Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry

Vintage Carved Opal Fish Ring Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Distinct & unique carved opal fish ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Carved Opal Ring Attributed to Wilhelm Schmidt for Giuliano
Carved Opal Ring Attributed to Wilhelm Schmidt for Giuliano

Carved Opal Ring Attributed to Wilhelm Schmidt for Giuliano

Located in London, GB

Carved opal ring attributed to Wilhelm Schmidt for Giuliano. Set vertically with a rectangular

Category

Antique 1890s British Engagement Rings

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold

Vintage 40 Carat Natural Carved Opal in 14K Gold Floral Pendant Necklace 30"
Vintage 40 Carat Natural Carved Opal in 14K Gold Floral Pendant Necklace 30"

Vintage 40 Carat Natural Carved Opal in 14K Gold Floral Pendant Necklace 30"

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage 40 Carat Natural Carved Opal in 14K Yellow Gold Floral Frame Pendant Necklace. The opal is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand-Carved Opal Rose and Diamond Earring in 18K Yellow Gold
Hand-Carved Opal Rose and Diamond Earring in 18K Yellow Gold

Hand-Carved Opal Rose and Diamond Earring in 18K Yellow Gold

Located in Westport, CT

the quiet magic of nature, the Maegelle collection features hand-carved opal roses, each centered with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Judge, " Carved Opal signed by Luckmore Joseph
"Judge, " Carved Opal signed by Luckmore Joseph

"Judge, " Carved Opal signed by Luckmore Joseph

By Luckmore Joseph

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Judge" is a signed opal sculpture created by Shona artist Luckmore Joseph. It weighs 178lbs and

Category

Early 2000s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Precious Stone

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Carved Opal & Diamond Ring
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Carved Opal & Diamond Ring

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Carved Opal & Diamond Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

Victorian Carved Five Stone Opal Ring 18ct Gold Victorian Circa 1880 Beautiful Hand Carved

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

18K White Gold Diamond and Carved Opal Butterfly Necklace
18K White Gold Diamond and Carved Opal Butterfly Necklace

18K White Gold Diamond and Carved Opal Butterfly Necklace

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

A breathtaking vintage necklace featuring a meticulously carved butterfly from natural opal

Category

Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Hand Carved Opal Diamond Gold Winged Cherub Necklace
Victorian Hand Carved Opal Diamond Gold Winged Cherub Necklace

Victorian Hand Carved Opal Diamond Gold Winged Cherub Necklace

Located in Narberth, PA

cherub's face is hand-carved from a vibrant opal, which rests between two feathered gold wings. The carved

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Carved Opal Monk Pendant
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Carved Opal Monk Pendant

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Carved Opal Monk Pendant

Located in Hicksville, NY

Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 8.0 grams Measurement: 1.75inch long Condition: Excellent

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Egyptian Revival Amber and Carved Opal Scarab Necklace
Art Nouveau Egyptian Revival Amber and Carved Opal Scarab Necklace

Art Nouveau Egyptian Revival Amber and Carved Opal Scarab Necklace

Located in Narberth, PA

smaller in size and each is hand carved to depict a fabulous scarab beetle. The opals have an incredible

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Carved Opal and Diamond Ring
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Carved Opal and Diamond Ring

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Carved Opal and Diamond Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

showcases a fabulous hand-carved setting that beautifully frames three fiery oval-a opal stones, each

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Natural Carved Fine Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Natural Carved Fine Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace

Natural Carved Fine Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace

Located in Denver, CO

fine green-blue tinted carved opal accented with eight round diamonds totaling 0.10 carats. The

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Long Carved Drop Cameo 18 Karat Gold Earrings
Opal Long Carved Drop Cameo 18 Karat Gold Earrings

Opal Long Carved Drop Cameo 18 Karat Gold Earrings

By Giulia Colussi

Located in Milan, IT

Very nice rose carved opal drop engrave with flowers, on top 2 different old victorian sigillum

Category

2010s Italian Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Opal Ring Carved Cameo 14K Gold Vintage Face Cocktail
Diamond Opal Ring Carved Cameo 14K Gold Vintage Face Cocktail

Diamond Opal Ring Carved Cameo 14K Gold Vintage Face Cocktail

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold and set with natural carved Opal cameo and diamond. The lovely crystal

Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade Rose Opal Amber 18 Karat Gold Necklace
Jade Rose Opal Amber 18 Karat Gold Necklace

Jade Rose Opal Amber 18 Karat Gold Necklace

By Giulia Colussi

Located in Milan, IT

Amazing necklace with rare rose opal and jade both cabochon, carved opal buddha face, amber drop

Category

2010s Italian Artist Link Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Jade, Opal, 18k Gold

Opal 18 Karat Gold Natural Grey Pearl Ring
Opal 18 Karat Gold Natural Grey Pearl Ring

Opal 18 Karat Gold Natural Grey Pearl Ring

By Giulia Colussi

Located in Milan, IT

Carved opal in a lotus flower shape, 18 kt yellow gold gr.8,10 natural grey pearl, size 13 eu All

Category

2010s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Asch Grossbardt Opal, Black Onyx, Gold bracelet
Asch Grossbardt Opal, Black Onyx, Gold bracelet

Asch Grossbardt Opal, Black Onyx, Gold bracelet

By Asch Grossbardt

Located in New York, NY

Asch Grossbardt Opal, Black Onyx, Gold Bracelet Stones: Carved opal and black onyx Metal: 18k gold

Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Gold

14Kt Black Opal Koi-Fish Carved 3-1/2” Emerald and Diamond Pendant
14Kt Black Opal Koi-Fish Carved 3-1/2” Emerald and Diamond Pendant

14Kt Black Opal Koi-Fish Carved 3-1/2” Emerald and Diamond Pendant

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

The image shows an intricate carp fish pendant. The pendant features a large, carved opal-like

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Renaissance Revival Pendant Neckl...

Materials

Black Opal, Emerald, Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Rose Necklace with Diamond Center in 18K Yellow Gold
Opal Rose Necklace with Diamond Center in 18K Yellow Gold

Opal Rose Necklace with Diamond Center in 18K Yellow Gold

Located in Westport, CT

the quiet magic of nature, the Maegelle collection features hand-carved opal roses, each centered with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18K Gold Platinum Opal, Demantoid Garnet, Diamond, Enamel Pansy Necklace
Antique 18K Gold Platinum Opal, Demantoid Garnet, Diamond, Enamel Pansy Necklace

Antique 18K Gold Platinum Opal, Demantoid Garnet, Diamond, Enamel Pansy Necklace

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

one carved opal, one round cut demantoid garnet, eight old single cut diamonds, and white and blue

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Vintage Opal and Diamond flower pendant, 9k gold, hearts
Vintage Opal and Diamond flower pendant, 9k gold, hearts

Vintage Opal and Diamond flower pendant, 9k gold, hearts

Located in NEWARK, GB

pretty design the flower petals made from carefully hand carved Opal in a wonderful array of colours

Category

Late 20th Century British Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Opal and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1990
Vintage Opal and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1990

Vintage Opal and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1990

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive vintage carved white opal and 14 karat yellow gold pendant; part of our

Category

1990s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold

Designer Signature Alex & Lee Multi Gemstone Cord Statement Bib Necklace 1311
Designer Signature Alex & Lee Multi Gemstone Cord Statement Bib Necklace 1311

Designer Signature Alex & Lee Multi Gemstone Cord Statement Bib Necklace 1311

By Alex & Lee

Located in Montreal, QC

, Carved Opals, Metal on Drusy, Tahitian Mabe Pearl, Black Silver Iridescent Green Cord Sterling Silver

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver

Opal Carved Fish Gemstone
Opal Carved Fish Gemstone

Opal Carved Fish Gemstone

$240Sale Price|20% Off

Opal Carved Fish Gemstone

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Certificate of authenticity comes with purchase, this fish carved gemstone is one of a kind! ABOUT

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Hand Carved Wood Diamond Opal Earrings
Hand Carved Wood Diamond Opal Earrings

Hand Carved Wood Diamond Opal Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

These stunning hand carved wood earrings are meticulously crafted with 18 Karat gold & sterling

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Rare 32 Carat Carved Lapidary Opal Native American Indian Chief
Rare 32 Carat Carved Lapidary Opal Native American Indian Chief

Rare 32 Carat Carved Lapidary Opal Native American Indian Chief

Located in Long Island City, NY

A vintage opal Indian head carving, weighing 32.10 carats, featuring an intricate piece of lapidary

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Native American Objects

Materials

Opal

Carved Citrine Drop Opal 18 Karat Gold Earrings
Carved Citrine Drop Opal 18 Karat Gold Earrings

Carved Citrine Drop Opal 18 Karat Gold Earrings

By Giulia Colussi

Located in Milan, IT

Carved Citrine Drop Opal 18 k Gold gr. 6,40. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been

Category

2010s Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Opal, 18k Gold

Carved Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Cameo Brooch
Carved Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Cameo Brooch

Carved Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Cameo Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A striking brooch featuring a cameo carved from a piece of precious Australian opal, exhibiting a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Retro Opal Carved Emerald Sapphire Diamond Platinum Brooch
Retro Opal Carved Emerald Sapphire Diamond Platinum Brooch

Retro Opal Carved Emerald Sapphire Diamond Platinum Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Mid century retro platinum brooch, featuring oval 14.8mm x 10.3mm opal, carved emerald, sapphire

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage 18K Gold, Black Opal, Sapphire, & Diamond Carved Horse Pendant
Vintage 18K Gold, Black Opal, Sapphire, & Diamond Carved Horse Pendant

Vintage 18K Gold, Black Opal, Sapphire, & Diamond Carved Horse Pendant

Located in Philadelphia, PA

ca. 44.00± ct carved cushion shape black opal carved with a horse's head in profile. The cabochon

Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Victorian Carved Boulder Opal 14 Karat Gold Stickpin
Victorian Carved Boulder Opal 14 Karat Gold Stickpin

Victorian Carved Boulder Opal 14 Karat Gold Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Featuring a deeply carved boulder opal to depict a face topped by a bow Matrix is reddish brown in

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Opal Carved Ring 10KT yellow gold size 6.5
Natural Opal Carved Ring 10KT yellow gold size 6.5

Natural Opal Carved Ring 10KT yellow gold size 6.5

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Unusual opal ring handmade and handcarved in 10Kt yellow gold with natural Australian opals. Artist

Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Style English Diamond Opal 18 KT Carved Bangle
Victorian Style English Diamond Opal 18 KT Carved Bangle

Victorian Style English Diamond Opal 18 KT Carved Bangle

Located in Napoli, IT

Australian Opals with all spectrum of rainbow vivid colours for a surprising effect, approx. 3.80 Ct in total

Category

Vintage 1980s English Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Natural Australian Opal Onyx Lady Cameo Hand Carved Loose Gemstone
Natural Australian Opal Onyx Lady Cameo Hand Carved Loose Gemstone

Natural Australian Opal Onyx Lady Cameo Hand Carved Loose Gemstone

By Vaibhav Dhadda

Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan

Elegant Opal Cameo on Black Onyx This striking piece features a beautifully hand-carved Australian

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Victorian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Onyx, Opal

Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Opal Asclepios Carved Ring
Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Opal Asclepios Carved Ring

Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Opal Asclepios Carved Ring

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Opal Asclepios Carved Ring. This gorgeous opal

Category

Antique 18th Century Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Opal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 7.61 Ct Australian carved flower opal mined by Sue Cooper
Natural 7.61 Ct Australian carved flower opal mined by Sue Cooper

Natural 7.61 Ct Australian carved flower opal mined by Sue Cooper

Located in BELCONNEN, ACT

it to be carved into a flower. The opal's size of 17.1 x 18.3 mm (and 5.2 mm deep) also make it

Category

2010s Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Castellani 42.06ct Black Opal Venus Hand Carved Intaglio 18kt Gold Brooch
Castellani 42.06ct Black Opal Venus Hand Carved Intaglio 18kt Gold Brooch

Castellani 42.06ct Black Opal Venus Hand Carved Intaglio 18kt Gold Brooch

By Castellani

Located in New York, NY

Castellani® commissioned to have this distinctive 42.06ct Natural Black Opal hand carved into an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Carved Green Tourmaline Opal Drop Cabochon Ruby 18 Karat Gold Earrings
Carved Green Tourmaline Opal Drop Cabochon Ruby 18 Karat Gold Earrings

Carved Green Tourmaline Opal Drop Cabochon Ruby 18 Karat Gold Earrings

By Giulia Colussi

Located in Milan, IT

Carved green tourmaline, opal faced drops, cabochon ruby 18 k Gold gr.9,20 Earrings All Giulia

Category

2010s Italian Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Turquoise Carved Flower Pendant with Opal Center in 14K Yellow Gold
Turquoise Carved Flower Pendant with Opal Center in 14K Yellow Gold

Turquoise Carved Flower Pendant with Opal Center in 14K Yellow Gold

By Artisan NYC

Located in New York, NY

This artisan-crafted floral brooch spotlights a stunning carved turquoise flower, centering a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Opal, Yellow Gold

Carved Aquamarine Opal Diamond 18 Karat Gold Linear Earrings
Carved Aquamarine Opal Diamond 18 Karat Gold Linear Earrings

Carved Aquamarine Opal Diamond 18 Karat Gold Linear Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

These beautiful linear drop earring are handmade in 18-karat gold. It is set with carved aquamarine

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Aquamarine, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Pearl, Tourmaline, Gol...

Carved Green Onyx Opal 18 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Earrings
Carved Green Onyx Opal 18 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Earrings

Carved Green Onyx Opal 18 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

Cast in 18-karat gold. These beautiful earrings are set with 32.61 carats of carved green onyx

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

50 MM Hand-Carved Australian Opal Maiden Cameo on Black Onyx Gemstone
50 MM Hand-Carved Australian Opal Maiden Cameo on Black Onyx Gemstone

50 MM Hand-Carved Australian Opal Maiden Cameo on Black Onyx Gemstone

By Vaibhav Dhadda

Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan

This exquisite loose gemstone features a delicate, hand-carved Australian Opal cameo set against a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Onyx, Opal

Hand-carved White Heron, Gold &Silver Opal & Turquoise Heyoka Merrifield Pendant
Hand-carved White Heron, Gold &Silver Opal & Turquoise Heyoka Merrifield Pendant

Hand-carved White Heron, Gold &Silver Opal & Turquoise Heyoka Merrifield Pendant

Located in Rimrock, AZ

Completely Handmade piece. Hand-tooled. Hand-carved Howlite, 9kt yellow gold & sterling silver

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Sterling Silver

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Carved Opal For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact carved opal you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a carved opal from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing carved opal — no matter the origin — is easy, but Jen Proudman Jewelry, Giulia Colussi and Syna Jewels each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any carved opal from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of an opal version from the 341 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and round cut alternatives. Most of our carved opal for sale are for women, but there are 157 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Carved Opal?

On average, a carved opal at 1stDibs sells for $3,155, while they’re typically $120 on the low end and $385,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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).