5.50ct Natural Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14k Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.50 Carats Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring The opal has beautiful fire, pictures don't show the whole beauty of the opal!
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 5.54ctw Australian OPAL & Round Baguette Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
No black dead spots or No gemological evidence of crazing is present, not a doublet, not backed with any other color, all natural and has lots of fire! The opal, radiates from an alm...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boulder Opal East West Necklace 22k 18k 14k Gold with Diamond Cut Chain
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
The pattern and fire within the boulder opal dance endlessly, displaying every color this remarkable stone has to offer—from deep greens and blues to warm golds and reds.
Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
5.33 Carat Opal and Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings in Art-Deco Style
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
5.33 Carat Opal and Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings in Art-Deco Style This Victorian concept magnificent fire rainbow opal and diamond stud earring is majestic.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Silver
Opal Diamond Ring 14 Karat Gold Antique Wedding Engagement Stacking Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural oval Opal Ring with two Diamonds of stunning beauty. The gorgeous Opal cabochon has yellow, green, and blue fire.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kai Flora Blossom 3.83 ctw Turquoise and Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Newport Beach, CA
The meticulous craftsmanship and elegant floral motif evoke timeless sophistication, making this ring a standout in any collection. 14K Yellow Gold 6 Pieces 4 × 6 mm Natural Turquoi...
Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22...
Nina Zhou 7.02 ctw Turquoise Moonstone Opal Diamond Flower Blossom Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Ideal for moments when your jewelry needs to do more than accessorize—it needs to express. 14K Yellow Gold 10 Pieces 4 x 6 mm Natural Turquoise｜Pear｜Eye Clean Turquoise CTW: 3.90 10...
Diamond, Moonstone, Opal, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nina Zhou 8.38ctw Island Blossoms Peridot, Opal, Diamond & Pearl Drop Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Newport Beach, CA
With a total gemstone weight of approximately 8.38 carats, this piece balances color, texture, and movement—ideal for collectors who appreciate fine jewelry that feels joyful yet ada...
Diamond, Moonstone, Opal, Peridot, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Ye...
"Sunyer" Catalan Art Nouveau–Art Deco Platinum and Gold Opal & Diamond Ring
By Oriol Sunyer
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Crafted in luminous platinum and warm 18K gold, the piece harmonizes naturalistic opal fire with the brilliance of old-cut diamonds — a captivating synthesis of artistry and precision.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Opal 8 Old Mine Cut Diamond Halo Wedding Engagement Ring 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
The extraordinary round cabochon opal has blue, green, red, yellow and orange fire.
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
9.10 Ct Natural Impressive Australian Opal & Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
9.10 Carats Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring The opal has beautiful fire, pictures don't show the whole beauty of the opal!
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
12.50 Ct Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal & Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
12.50 Carats Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring The opal has beautiful fire, pictures don't show the whole beauty of the opal!
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.00 Ct Natural Impressive Australian Opal & Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.00 Carats Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring The opal has beautiful fire, pictures don't show the whole beauty of the opal!
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Rock Crystal Ruby Diamond Opal 18 Kt Gold Fly Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian Unique Treasure A beautiful and rare Victorian period pendant 1880 ca Based on a large oval hand carved and skillful made, multifaceted on the edges, natural Rock Crystal, ...
Crystal, Diamond, Opal, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Opal .8 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring Antique Wedding Engagement
Located in New York, NY
This is the combination everyone dreams of! The magnificent oval opal cabochons have brilliant play of color with vivid blue, green, red and yellow fire.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Opal Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring 18K Gold Antique Wedding Engagement
Located in New York, NY
This is the combination everyone dreams of! The magnificent opal cabochons have brilliant play of color with vivid blue, green, red and yellow fire.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.35 Carat Natural Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.35 Carats Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring The opal has beautiful fire, pictures don't show the whole beauty of the opal!
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
27.42-Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Collector Opal With Living Fire This substantial oval opal presents a broad face-up look that highlights its shifting flashes of color as it moves.
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
8.60 Ct Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.60 Carats Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring The opal has beautiful fire, pictures don't show the whole beauty of the opal!
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Opal Emerald Ruby Ring Antique Wedding Engagement Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
The opals have spectacular fire with blue, green, yellow, orange and red colors.
Opal, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.35 Ct Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.35 Carats Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring The opal has beautiful fire, pictures don't show the whole beauty of the opal!
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.31 Ct Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.31 Carats Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring The opal has beautiful fire, pictures don't show the whole beauty of the opal!
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
6.30 Ct Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6.30 Carats Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring The opal has beautiful fire, pictures don't show the whole beauty of the opal!
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.6 Carat Opal 6 Diamond Ring 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Statement Art Deco Ring
Located in New York, NY
The extraordinary oval cabochon opal has brilliant blue, green, red, yellow and orange fire.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14.65 Ct Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14.65 Carats Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring The opal has beautiful fire, pictures don't show the whole beauty of the opal!
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
8.55 Ct Natural Ethiopian Opal, Tsavorite and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.55 Carats Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal, Tsavorite and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring The opal has beautiful fire, pictures don't show the whole beauty of the opal!
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.05 Ct Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6.05 Carats Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring The opal has beautiful fire, pictures don't show the whole beauty of the opal!
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
8.50 Ct Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.50 Carats Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring The opal has beautiful fire, pictures don't show the whole beauty of the opal!
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
8.5 Carat Opal Emerald Diamond Ring 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Retro Antique Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is one of the most beautiful monumental Antique 8.5 Carat Opal Diamond Emerald Rings we have seen. The extraordinary oval cabochon opal has blue, green, red, yellow and orange ...
Diamond, Opal, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
4 Carat Opal Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Art Deco Victorian
Located in New York, NY
The extraordinary round cabochon opal has blue, green, red, yellow and orange fire.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Blue Sapphire, Ruby & Rose Cut Sapphire Earrings Set In
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Blue Aquamarine, Opal & Rose Cut Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver From the “Capri” collection Natural Blue Aquamarine - 10 carats Na...
Aquamarine, Opal, Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Giant Rainbow Gemstone Necklace with 14K Gold
Located in GOES, NL
Embrace yourself with sparkling gemstones that capture the colours of the rainbow! The facetted shapes of the stones enhance this necklace’s beauty, with precious stones featuring fa...
Amethyst, Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tu...
Steven Battelle 1.4 Carats Spessartite Tsavorite 22K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two beautifully complementary colors of rare garnets: orange spessartite and green tsavorite, make a nice combination in this artisan crafted handmade high-karat gold setting ornamen...
Tsavorite, Fire Opal, 22k Gold
Custom Engagement Ring Made-to-Order Starting at 6k, Virtual CAD Design Deposit
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
Bespoke Custom Engagement Ring – Made to Order A custom engagement ring is not simply made, it is thoughtfully brought to life, capturing emotion, intention, and a love story unlike...
Rhodolite, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Spinel, Tanza...
Custom Watch Bezels, Dials & Diamond Commissions for Rolex, Cartier, Hublot
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
Custom Bezels, Dials & Fine Gemstone Commissions for Watches Rock N Gold Creations specializes in bespoke watch commissions for many of the world's finest timepieces, including ...
Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Carnelian, Citrine, Diamond, White Di...
Vintage Chinese Sterling Filigree Multi-Stone Cuff Bracelet with Floral Motifs
Located in New York, NY
Turquoise: A stone laden with cultural significance, symbolizing protection and harmony, in a striking vivid blue shade. Opal (pink and orange fire): This rare and captivating opal p...
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).