Coober Pedy Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, White Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Australian Regency Pendant Necklaces
Opal
2010s Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
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2010s American Cuff Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Tourmaline, Diamond, Opal, Peridot, 14k Gold, Gold
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Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century Australian Victorian Signet Rings
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
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Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Australian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
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Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal
2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Australian Solitaire Rings
Opal, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Modern Brooches
Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Modern Fashion Rings
Opal, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s Australian Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, Turquoise, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Danish Modernist Fashion Rings
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
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Opal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Vintage 1970s French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings
Opal, 14k Gold
20th Century French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Contemporary Fashion Rings
Opal, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Artist Drop Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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).
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