Opal Ethiopian 13.09Ct natural gemstone, Ethiopia, GFCO certified
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
: Ethiopia GRAL Jewelry Only Authentic Gemstone Hand-Made I guarantee fast sending Your parcel, Tracking
2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones
Opal
Opal Ethiopian 13.09Ct natural gemstone, Ethiopia, GFCO certified
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
: Ethiopia GRAL Jewelry Only Authentic Gemstone Hand-Made I guarantee fast sending Your parcel, Tracking
Opal
10.79 Carat Cushion Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone Unmounted Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose and unmounted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, this natural Ethiopian opal weighs
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
16.94 Carat Round Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone Unmounted Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose and unmounted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, this exceptional Ethiopian opal
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
12.00 Carat Trillion Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone Unmounted Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
bespoke jewelry. Details Creator: Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills Gemstone: Ethiopian Opal Carat weight
Opal, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
25.67 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone Unmounted Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose and unmounted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, this exceptional Ethiopian opal
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
22.17ct Pear Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose and unmounted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, this exceptional Ethiopian opal
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ethiopian Opal 11.72 Carat Rectangular Cushion Loose Gem - Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare 11.72 carat Ethiopian opal in a rectangular cushion cut, offered loose and unmounted for
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
10.37 Carat Pear Shaped Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone - Merkaba Jewelry Beverly
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare 10.37-carat Ethiopian opal, beautifully cut in an elegant pear shape and offered loose and
Opal, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Rare 19.17 Carat Ethiopian Opal Rectangular Oval Loose Gem - Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Rare Ethiopian Opal for Collectors Offered unmounted, this rare 19.17 carat Ethiopian Opal is cut
Opal, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
9.84 Carat Ethiopian Opal Cushion Pair Loose Gemstones - Merkaba Jewelry Beverly
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare 9.84-carat matched pair of Ethiopian opals, beautifully cut in classic cushion shapes and
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ethiopian Opal 19.50 Carat Pear Shape Loose - Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare 19.50 carat Ethiopian opal in an elegant pear shape, offered loose and unmounted for
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
29.98 Carat Round Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone - Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exceptional 29.98 carat round Ethiopian opal, offered loose and unmounted, prized for its vivid
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
12.34 Carat Ethiopian Opal Pear Shape Pair Loose Gemstones - Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare, perfectly matched 12.34 carat total weight Ethiopian opal pear-shape pair, offered loose
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Natural 17.23 Carat Heart-Shaped Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone - Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 17.23 Carat Heart-Shaped Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Opal Ethiopian 25.49Ct natural gemstone, Oval cabochon, Ethiopia, GFCO certified
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
: Ethiopia GRAL Jewelry Only Authentic Gemstone Hand-Made I guarantee fast sending Your parcel, Tracking
Opal
27.42-Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A remarkable 27.42-carat natural Ethiopian Opal, expertly cut in an elegant oval shape and offered
Opal, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
38.92-Carat Marquise Ethiopian Opal – A Rare Collectible Gem by Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
38.92-Carat Marquise Ethiopian Opal – A Rare Masterpiece by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. A Rare
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$23,920Sale Price|20% Off
36.67 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare 36.67 carat oval Ethiopian opal offered unmounted, alive with electric play of color. This
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
10.96 Carat Ethiopian Opal Oval Loose Gemstone Play of Color by Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered unmounted for collectors and bespoke fine jewelry, this 10.96 carat Ethiopian opal is a
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
22.20-Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal – A Rare and Exquisite Gem by Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
22.20-Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal – A Rare Gem of Elegance by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. A
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ethiopian Mezezo Chocolate Opal Specimen
Located in New Orleans, LA
, one of the most amazing opals we have ever seen. Found in the Amhara Province of Ethiopia, this
Opal
Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Solitaire Statement Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful solitaire ring featuring an Ethiopian Opal; approx. 0.81 Carat; Sterling Silver Tarnish
Opal, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
AGL Thai Certified 4.00 Carats Ethiopian Emerald Ring with Diamonds in 18 Karat
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ring features a 4.00-carat AGL-certified emerald from Ethiopia (Certificate number AGL Thai
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.67ct Cushion Blue Sapphire GIA Certified Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Geographic Origin: Ethiopia Treatment: Heated Item Description: One loose stone Weight: 3.67 carats
Blue Sapphire
Striking Ethiopian Opal Solitaire Sterling Silver Ring Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Solitaire ring featuring an Ethiopian Opal; approx. 0.42 carat; Sterling Silver Tarnish
Opal, Gold, Sterling Silver
$261Sale Price / item|55% Off
Silvorra 925 Silver Ethiopian Opal Cabochon Tennis Bracelet for Women Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This Ethiopian Opal Cabochon Tennis Bracelet exquisite Ethiopian opal tennis bracelet, meticulously
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
3.6ct Oval Cabochon White Welo Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Treatment: None Origin: Ethiopia Notes: This opal is naturally porous and may absorb and/or lose liquid
Opal
3.06ct Shield Emerald GIA Certified Ethiopian F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Ethiopia Treatment: Clarity Enhanced (F1). Item Description: One loose stone Weight: 3.06 carats
Emerald
Ethiopian Opal Yellow Gold Ring Art Nouveau Style Iridescent Gemstone Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural Opal 14k yellow gold ring opal origin - Ethiopia opal measurements - 0.31 х 0.47 х 0.79 in
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ethiopian Opal Halo 925 Silver Pave Diamond Anniversary Ring Fine Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
Ethiopian Opal Halo Ring 925 Silver Pave Diamond Anniversary Ring Fine Jewelry Light weight can be
Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver, Silver
4.31ct Oval Cabochon White Crystal Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Treatment: None Origin: Ethiopia Notes: This opal is naturally porous and may absorb and/or lose liquid
Opal
2.71ct Oval Cabochon White Crystal Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Treatment: None Origin: Ethiopia Notes: This opal is naturally porous and may absorb and/or lose liquid
Opal
3.54ct Oval Cabochon White Welo Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Treatment: None Origin: Ethiopia Notes: This opal is naturally porous and may absorb and/or lose liquid
Opal
3.79ct Oval Cabochon White Welo Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Treatment: None Origin: Ethiopia Notes: This opal is naturally porous and may absorb and/or lose liquid
Opal
2.57ct Oval Cabochon White Crystal Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Treatment: None Origin: Ethiopia Notes: This opal is naturally porous and may absorb and/or lose liquid
Opal
4.24ct Oval Cabochon White Welo Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Treatment: None Origin: Ethiopia Notes: This opal is naturally porous and may absorb and/or lose liquid
Opal
3.34ct Oval Cabochon White Welo Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Treatment: None Origin: Ethiopia Notes: This opal is naturally porous and may absorb and/or lose liquid
Opal
Opal Ethiopian 16.94Ct natural gemstone, Oval cabochon, , Certificate GFCO
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
: Ethiopia GRAL Jewelry Only Authentic Gemstone Hand-Made I guarantee fast sending Your parcel, Tracking
Opal
Opal Ethiopian 16.94Ct natural gemstone, Oval cabochon, , Certificate GFCO
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
: Ethiopia GRAL Jewelry Only Authentic Gemstone Hand-Made I guarantee fast sending Your parcel, Tracking
Opal
14.00 Carat Natural Loose Opal Cabochon From Ethiopia
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Opal Cabochon Weight: 14.00 Carats Dimension: 17.5 x 15.6 x 11 Mm Origin: Ethiopia
Opal
Natural Ethiopian Opal Loose gemstone 9.45ct. Oval cabochon, 17.76x14.02x7.04 mm
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
9.45 Ct., Ethiopian Opal Premium quality. Stone Origin: Welo, Ethiopia Stone dimension (mm
Opal
$270Sale Price / item|25% Off
1.78 Ct Ethiopian Opal Halo Pendant Necklace 925 Sterling Silver Women Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
classic to vintage inspired. We offer Joyful jewelry for everyday wear. Just for you. We go above and
Opal, Zircon, Sterling Silver
3.06 Carat Shield Emerald GIA Certified Ethiopian F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Ethiopia Treatment: Clarity Enhanced (F1). Item Description: One loose stone Weight: 3.06 carats
Emerald
92.00 Carat Natural Ethiopian Opal Beaded Necklace 14 Karat Clasp
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Ethiopian Opal Necklace with beautiful flashes of color. This rare strand of Opals with
Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Opal Stone 27.63 Carat Natural Ethiopian Pear Shape loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 27.63 carat pear shape Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a fine gem
Opal
1.66 Ct Teal Blue Sapphire Cushion IGI Certified Ethiopian
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Treatment: Heat Origin: Ethiopia Comments: Indications of heating present. Internal SKU: IGIS0180
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire
6.84ct Oval Teal Blue Mermaid Sapphire GIA Certified Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Natural Corundum Variety: Sapphire Geographic Origin: Ethiopia Treatment: Heated Item Description
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
8.50 Carat Natural Loose Opal Cabochon From Ethiopia, Africa
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Opal Cabochon Weight: 8.50 Carats Dimension: 18.4 x 12.9 x 7.3 Mm Origin: Ethiopia Treatment
Opal
Opal Ethiopian and Diamonds gems Pendant, Solid 14 Karat Rose Gold, Certificate
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
Natural Ethiopian Opal and Diamonds Pendant Solid 14K Rose gold Laboratory certified Pendant. Main
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$3,850 / item
Ethiopian Opal bead necklace
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
Faceted Ethiopian Opals mounted of hand fabricated links. The lovely mostly orange hued Opals
Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
$396Sale Price|30% Off
Black Ethiopian Opal Pendant with Peridots & Tsavorite Garnet in Silver Setting
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Black Ethiopian Opal Pendant surrounded by Peridots and Tsavorite Garnet in 925 Sterling
Opal, Tsavorite, Peridot, Garnet, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
13.88 Carat Marquise Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone, Merkaba Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A natural 13.88-carat marquise Ethiopian opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted for collectors and
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ethiopian Opal And Diamond Ring
Located in Sausalito, CA
jewelry collection. Center Stone: Gemstone: Ethiopian Opal Shape: Oval Cabochon Size: 10 x 13.50 x
Ethiopian Opal Ring, 11.54 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
A monumental Ethiopian opal is set in this eye-catching ring. The 11.54-carat stone displays a
Opal, Platinum
Giant Ethiopian Opal and Blue Sapphire Beaded Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in GOES, NL
yellow gold. This stunning necklace is made with shimmering Ethiopian Opals and Rainbow Moonstones that
Blue Sapphire, Opal, Rainbow Moonstone, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$27,920Sale Price|20% Off
51.39 Carat Free Form Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone - Merkaba Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 51.39 carat Ethiopian opal, offered loose and unmounted, featuring a vibrant play of color
Opal, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
10.20 Carat Ethiopian Black Opal Loose Gemstone Rectangular Oval by Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose for collectors and bespoke fine jewelry, this 10.20 carat Ethiopian black opal
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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).