Is a Peruvian opal a real opal?

Yes, a Peruvian opal is a real opal, but it’s classified as a common opal rather than a precious opal. It’s the precious opal that’s known for it’s flashes of fire and brilliance. A common opal has a milky and pastel appearance. Find vintage and contemporary Peruvian opal jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

What is a cabochon Opal?

A cabochon opal is an opal that’s cut in a dome shape. There are two types of opal: common and precious. The former is, as its name implies, not very rare. Precious opal, on the other hand, is more rare than diamonds and considered very high quality.

What is a solid Opal?

A solid opal is a natural stone that is cut and polished without any man-made caps or backings applied to the stone. It is in a raw state and its properties are not interfered with. Find opal jewelry today on 1stDibs.

What is the rarest Opal?

The Aurora Australis is the world's most valuable black opal valued at 1 Million AUD. The stone is 180 carat and contains a variety of colors.

Yes, Opal can be expensive. Black Opals in particular are quite valuable and may earn prices of up to $10,000 a carat. White opals are the least expensive of the opal family.

What is an Australian opal?

Today, Australia and Ethiopia are the two largest producers of opals. Historically, most of the world’s opals were mined in South Australia. The stone is so closely associated with Australia that in 1993 it became the national gemstone. 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. Shop a collection of vintage and modern Australian opal jewelry from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.

What does Opal symbolize?

An opal symbolizes love, passion and desire. People know the stone for its seductive qualities that tend to intensify emotional states.

Are opals worth anything?

Usually opals with darker tones are worth more than those with lighter or white tones because the colors are more vibrant in darker opals. White opals are more common than their darker colored counterparts. Good quality white opals can be worth up to around $148 USD per carat, while black opals can fetch as much as $11,000 USD or more per carat.

How much is an opal worth?

An opal's value is determined based on a set of characteristics. Namely, the type of opal, body tone, brilliance, pattern, color bar thickness, play of color, and faults are taken into account by an appraiser when determining the value of the stone. Typically, black or dark bodied opals are regarded as more valuable than those with a light body tone.

What is an Australian boulder opal?

An Australian boulder opal is an opal mined from a large ironstone boulder under the ground. This type of opal is the second most valuable opal behind the black opal. Spot an Australian boulder opal by checking for a solid layer of brown ironstone left on the back of the stone. Shop Australian boulder opals on 1stDibs.

Do opal engagement rings last?

Yes, an opal engagement ring can last if you care for it properly. Generally, opals are more delicate than other gemstones commonly used in engagement rings, like diamonds, sapphires and emeralds. As a result, they can be easily damaged, making it important that you take your ring off before performing household chores, exercising, playing sports or doing other activities where you'll use your hands a lot. Find a collection of opal engagement rings on 1stDibs.

Are opals bad for engagement rings?

No, opals aren't bad for engagement rings. One drawback of the gemstone is that it isn't as hard as many other popular gems, like diamonds, emeralds and sapphires, so it may be more susceptible to scratches. However, you can still choose an opal engagement ring if you wish. Taking it off before you engage in activities that could damage the ring can help extend its life. Shop an assortment of opal engagement rings on 1stDibs.

Can you wear an opal ring everyday?

No, you cannot wear an opal ring everyday. Since they are relatively fragile compared to other stones, opals are not durable for daily-wear.

How much is a fire opal worth?

One carat of fire opal can be worth as little as $50 or as much as $10,000. The value depends on the quality and origin. For instance, Mexican and Australian fire opals are generally more expensive than fire opals from other countries.

Is Opal good for engagement rings?

No, opal is not good for engagement rings. Although opal is a beautiful stone, it is not the best choice for an engagement ring. Since they are relatively fragile compared to diamonds and sapphires, opals are not durable for daily wear.

How can I spot a real black opal?

To see if your black opal is real, check the potch on the back. Double-sided opals are rare, so if there is a lack of potch and color all the way through, this could indicate a fake. Shop a collection of expertly vetted opals from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Can opal rings be worn everyday?

Opal rings are very delicate compared to other stones, and are not recommended for everyday wear. However, with proper care, they can last through the generations. Shop a collection of expertly vetted gems from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Are opal rings Bad luck?

Although opals were considered good luck in Roman culture and a symbol of good luck, there are many legends that link opals with death and bad omens.

Is opal good for wedding rings?

Yes, opal can be good for wedding rings. Many people love the unique coloration of opals and opt for wedding rings set with them. One thing to keep in mind is that opals are more delicate than many other gemstones like sapphires, rubies and diamonds, so they are more vulnerable to scratching and breakage. It is a good idea to remove your wedding ring before working with tools, performing chores, playing sports or engaging in other activities that could potentially damage your opal. Explore a variety of opal wedding rings on 1stDibs.

Do Opals make good engagement rings?

While opals are more fragile than diamonds, adding a higher risk for a daily-wear ring, they can still be good engagement rings. Opals are thought of as precious and powerful and are said to symbolize fidelity so can be great and unique rings.

Furniture With Opal

Category

Vintage 1970s German Space Age Side Tables

Materials

Smoked Glass, Plastic

1970s round red side table from OPAL in Space Age design with smoked glass top

H 18.9 in Dm 17.72 in

Opal Möbel Space Age Coffee Table, 1970s Germany

By Opal Kleinmöbel 1

Located in Neuss, NW

Opal space age coffee table from the 1970s. High-quality wooden frame in white with a glass

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Opal Möbel Space Age Coffee Table, 1970s Germany

H 17.33 in Dm 39.38 in

White Circular Space Age Coffee Table by Opal Germany

By Opal Kleinmöbel 1

Located in Vienna, AT

nice condition. It has been designed and produced in Germany by Opal Kleinmöbel in the late 1960s and

Category

Vintage 1960s German Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

White Circular Space Age Coffee Table by Opal Germany

H 14.57 in Dm 23.63 in

White Lacquered German 1960s Tulip Coffee Table by Opal

By Opal Kleinmöbel 1

Located in Vienna, AT

vintage condition and manufacturers label on the underside. The German company opal is well-known for

Category

Vintage 1960s German Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

White Lacquered German 1960s Tulip Coffee Table by Opal

H 21.66 in Dm 27.56 in

Midcentury Nesting Tables in Teak by Opal Möbel, Germany, 1960s

By Opal Kleinmöbel 1

Located in Hemiksem, VAN

by the German Opal Möbel, circa 1960. The coffee tables slide into each other and are therefore easy

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Teak

Midcentury Nesting Tables in Teak by Opal Möbel, Germany, 1960s

H 22.25 in W 23.43 in D 16.54 in

Space Age White Beech Coffee Table by Opal, 1970, Germany

By Opal

Located in Vienna, AT

This vintage Space Age coffee table consists of a white lacquered beech wooden base topped with an oval shaped smoked glass top. The vintage condition is very good. Approximate mea...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Beech

Space Age White Beech Coffee Table by Opal, 1970, Germany

H 17.72 in W 42.52 in D 26.78 in

Space Age Midcentury Modern Design Nesting Table set by Opal, Germany 1960's

By Opal

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Space Age Midcentury Modern Design Nesting Table set by Opal. Made in Germany, 1960's

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Wood, Wenge

Space Age Midcentury Modern Design Nesting Table set by Opal, Germany 1960's

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H 21.66 in Dm 14.97 in

Opal

Located in New York, NY

Opal Tsehay Mewcha, Wegeltena, Delanta Woreda, South Wollo Zone, Amhara Region, Ethiopia

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Natural Specimens

Materials

Opal

H 4.41 in W 2.84 in D 2.37 in

Opal

Located in New York, NY

Opal Tsehay Mewcha, Wegeltena, Delanta Woreda, South Wollo Zone, Amhara Region, Ethiopia

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Ethiopian Natural Specimens

Materials

Opal

H 5.67 in W 4.34 in D 2.76 in

Contemporary Italian Large Purple Opal Box with Hinged Lid

Located in Toronto, ON

Invite healing energy into your home with this exquisite purple opal box. This box is beautifully

Category

2010s Italian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Stone, Opal

Contemporary Italian Large Purple Opal Box with Hinged Lid

H 2.5 in W 8 in D 6 in

Kaiser Sputnik Chandelier with 16 Opal Glass Globes, 1970s

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Berlin, BE

Organic 16 lights (e14) opal glass globes chandelier by Kaiser Germany. Measures: diameter 25,5

Category

Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal

Kaiser Sputnik Chandelier with 16 Opal Glass Globes, 1970s

H 17 in Dm 25.5 in

Labeled Kaiser Sputnik Opal Glass Chandelier with 13 Lights

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Berlin, BE

Organic 13 lights (e14) opal glass chandelier by kaiser germany, ceiling lamp 70s. Measures

Category

Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal

Labeled Kaiser Sputnik Opal Glass Chandelier with 13 Lights

H 18 in Dm 20 in

Art Deco Mirror with Opal Light

Located in Antwerp, BE

A beautiful stylish large mirror with a chrome frame and adjustable lighting in opal glass on both

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Mirror with Opal Light

H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 2.37 in

Pendant Lamp with Opal Glass Shade Italian, 1960s

Located in Wien, AT

Pendant lamp with opal glass shade, Italian, 1960s Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Brass

Pendant Lamp with Opal Glass Shade Italian, 1960s

H 34.26 in Dm 7.88 in

Anthony Redmile Box with Nickle Plated Mounts and Inset Opal

By Anthony Redmile London

Located in Stamford, CT

hammered nickle plated brass mounts. The top with an inset framed opal. Signed on bottom 'Redmile Objects

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Opal, Nickel

Anthony Redmile Box with Nickle Plated Mounts and Inset Opal

H 5 in W 3.5 in D 3 in

Two Extraordinary Nickel Door Handles with Opal Cut Glass

Located in Wien, AT

Two extraordinary door handles with opal cut-glass, circa 1920s. Brass nickel-plated.

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Doors and Gates

Materials

Opal, Nickel, Brass

Two Extraordinary Nickel Door Handles with Opal Cut Glass

H 4.34 in W 12.6 in D 3.55 in

Adjustable Jugendstil Chandelier with White Opal Glass, circa 1907

Located in Wien, AT

Adjustable Jugendstil chandelier with white opal glass, circa 1907 Polished and stove enameled

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Brass

Adjustable Jugendstil Chandelier with White Opal Glass, circa 1907

H 44.49 in Dm 12.21 in

Adjustable Jugendstil Chandelier with Original Opal Glasses, Vienna, circa 1910s

Located in Wien, AT

Adjustable Jugendstil chandelier with original opal glasses, Vienna, circa 1910s Polished and

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Brass

Adjustable Jugendstil Chandelier with Original Opal Glasses, Vienna, circa 1910s

H 49.22 in Dm 29.53 in

Benedict Drop Sconce in Antique Brass with Opal Glass

By Trella

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Benedict™ drop sconce is designed for intimate settings such as a quiet reading space, breakfast nook, a home office, or as bedside mood lighting. With a knob located at its cent...

Category

2010s American Other Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Opal, Brass

Benedict Drop Sconce in Antique Brass with Opal Glass

H 21.25 in W 6 in D 8.5 in

Large Limburg Brass with Opal Glass Pendant Light, Germany, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Aachen, NRW

Large Opal glass (hand-made) pendant light, manufactured by Limburg, Germany, circa 1980-1989

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Brass

Large Limburg Brass with Opal Glass Pendant Light, Germany, 1970s

H 29.53 in Dm 19.69 in

Adjustable Jugendstil Chandelier with Original Opal Glasses, Vienna, circa 1908

Located in Wien, AT

Adjustable Jugendstil chandelier with original opal glasses, Vienna, circa 1908 The pearls are new

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Brass

Adjustable Jugendstil Chandelier with Original Opal Glasses, Vienna, circa 1908

H 48.04 in Dm 25.6 in

Small Elliptical Opal Glass Chandelier with 9 Lights Attr. to Stilnovo

By Stilnovo

Located in Berlin, BE

Small organic Italian 9 lights chandelier, opal glass & brass, chromed - attributed stilnovo

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Metal

Small Elliptical Opal Glass Chandelier with 9 Lights Attr. to Stilnovo

H 17.7 in Dm 22.5 in

Benedict Three Light Lantern in Antique Brass with Opal Glass

By Trella

Located in Brooklyn, NY

applied Antique Brass patina with Opal White Glass. LAMPING: Provide Bulb: (3) 5W Candelabra LED bulb

Category

2010s American Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Brass

Benedict Three Light Lantern in Antique Brass with Opal Glass

H 22.5 in Dm 16 in

European Modern Tripod Table Lamp with Opal Glass Shade, Europe 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

highlighted. When lit, the opal glass shade produces an atmospheric light that further accentuates the

Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Opal, Metal

European Modern Tripod Table Lamp with Opal Glass Shade, Europe 1960s

H 18.51 in Dm 11.42 in

Opal Armchair

Located in Paris, FR

Armchair opal with structure and armrests in solid walnut wood. Treated with natural pine

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Walnut

Opal Armchair

H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 39.38 in

New Wave Optic Wall Opal with Bulb

By Design By Us

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The New Wave Optic Wall is made in a mouth blown wavy glass with a hand painted edge. The opal

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

New Wave Optic Wall Opal with Bulb

H 10 in W 10 in D 7 in

Benedict Chandelier in a Satin Brass Finish with Opal White Glass

By Trella

Located in Brooklyn, NY

gently arching array, each nested pair of brass hemispheres cradles a white opal glass globe suspended by

Category

2010s American Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Brass

Benedict Chandelier in a Satin Brass Finish with Opal White Glass

H 31.5 in W 40 in D 40 in

Adjustable Jugendstil Chandelier with White Opal Glass

Located in Vienna, Austria

Adjustable jugendstil chandelier with white opaline glass. It was produced in Austria, circa 1923. The electrical wiring was replaced in the late 1990s. It comes with the original w...

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Adjustable Jugendstil Chandelier with White Opal Glass

H 47.25 in Dm 12.6 in

Italian 1950s Brass Chandelier with Opal Glass Shades

Located in Rome, IT

points of light, each adorned with opal glass shades, it offers soft and inviting illumination. The

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian 1950s Brass Chandelier with Opal Glass Shades

H 33.47 in Dm 16.54 in

Tulip Pendant Lighting Walnut Wood with Opal Shade

By Amorph Inc.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

technology to create sophisticated, design driven furniture and custom solutions. Integrated into this

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood

Tulip Pendant Lighting Walnut Wood with Opal Shade

H 18 in W 12 in D 12 in

Adjustable Art Deco Table Lamp with Original Opal Glass Shade around 1920s

Located in Wien, AT

Adjustable Art Deco table lamp with original opal glass shade around 1920s Polished and stove

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Opal, Brass

Adjustable Art Deco Table Lamp with Original Opal Glass Shade around 1920s

H 24.41 in W 9.06 in D 15.75 in

Nickel-plated art deco chandelier with opal glass shades vienna around 1920s

Located in Wien, AT

Nickel-plated art deco chandelier with opal glass shades vienna around 1920s Nickel - plated with

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Nickel

Nickel-plated art deco chandelier with opal glass shades vienna around 1920s

H 29.53 in Dm 19.69 in

Art Deco Nickel, Plated Pendant with Opal Glass Shade Vienna Around, 1920s

Located in Wien, AT

Art Deco nickel - plated pendant with opal glass shade vienna around 1920s.

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Nickel

Art Deco Nickel, Plated Pendant with Opal Glass Shade Vienna Around, 1920s

H 26.38 in Dm 3.55 in

2x Art Deco Nickel Pendant with Opal Glass Shade Vienna Around 1920s

Located in Wien, AT

2x art deco nickel pendant with opal glass shade vienna around 1920s Original condition Price is

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Nickel

2x Art Deco Nickel Pendant with Opal Glass Shade Vienna Around 1920s

H 36.23 in Dm 5.91 in

White Enameled Pyramid Chandelier with Gloss Opal Globes

Located in Stamford, CT

Spain, 1960s A pyramid form white enameled chandelier with chrome accents and gloss opal globes

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

White Enameled Pyramid Chandelier with Gloss Opal Globes

H 19.5 in Dm 17 in

Polished Pink Opal Obelisk (4.2 lbs)

Located in New York, NY

AAA-quality, unique Pink Opal obelisk from Peru. Pink colored, semi-precious gemstone of the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Natural Specimens

Materials

Opal, Crystal, Other

Polished Pink Opal Obelisk (4.2 lbs)

H 11.75 in W 3 in D 3.75 in

New Wave Optic Wall Opal with Black Eyeball

By Design By Us

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The new wave optic wall is made in a mouth blown wavy glass with a hand painted edge. The opal

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

New Wave Optic Wall Opal with Black Eyeball

H 10 in W 10 in D 7 in

New Wave Optic Wall Opal with Gold Eyeball

By Design By Us

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The New Wave Optic Wall is made in a mouth blown wavy glass with a hand painted edge. The opal

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

New Wave Optic Wall Opal with Gold Eyeball

H 10 in W 10 in D 7 in

New Wave Optic Wall XL Opal with Bulb

By Design By Us

Located in Brooklyn, NY

hand painted edge. The opal version brings a new dimension to the New Wave Optic series as we have

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

New Wave Optic Wall XL Opal with Bulb

H 15 in W 15 in D 8 in

18k Gold Duck Carved Opal Hardstone Figure

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

20th Century Unknown Animal Sculptures

Materials

Opal, Gold

18k Gold Duck Carved Opal Hardstone Figure

H 3 in Dm 5.5 in

Art Deco Table lamp vienna around 1920s with opal glass shade and glass sticks

Located in Wien, AT

Art Deco Table lamp vienna around 1920s with original antique opal glass shade and glass sticks The

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Opal, Brass

Art Deco Table lamp vienna around 1920s with opal glass shade and glass sticks

H 18.9 in Dm 10.24 in

Opal Farol Pendant by Bert Frank

Located in Geneve, CH

Opal Farol pendant by Bert Frank Dimensions: H 14 x D 7 cm Materials: Brass, bronze and opal

Category

2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Brass

Opal Farol Pendant by Bert Frank

H 5.52 in Dm 2.76 in

Vintage Midcentury Brass Chandelier with Opal Glass Shades, 1960s

Located in Asaa, DK

Vintage midcentury brass chandelier with opal glass shades, 1960s Elegant eight armed chandelier

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Midcentury Brass Chandelier with Opal Glass Shades, 1960s

H 27.17 in Dm 20.87 in

Benedict Truss Sconce in a Satin Brass Finish with White Opal Glass

By Trella

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Benedict™ Truss Sconce suspends the Benedict™ light assembly from a wall mounted brace. The relationship between brace and stem allows for endlessly dynamic finish options to com...

Category

2010s American Other Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Opal, Brass

Benedict Truss Sconce in a Satin Brass Finish with White Opal Glass

H 27 in W 6 in D 9.5 in

Art Deco Brass and Marble Table lamp with opal glass shade and glass sticks 1920

Located in Wien, AT

Art Deco Brass and Marble Table lamp with opal glass shade and glass sticks 1920s Brass polished

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Opal, Brass

Art Deco Brass and Marble Table lamp with opal glass shade and glass sticks 1920

H 20.08 in Dm 11.82 in

New Wave Optic Wall XL Opal with Gold Eyeball

By Design By Us

Located in Brooklyn, NY

hand painted edge. The opal version brings a new dimension to the New Wave Optic series as we have

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

New Wave Optic Wall XL Opal with Gold Eyeball

H 15 in W 15 in D 8 in

New Wave Optic Wall XL Opal with Black Eyeball

By Design By Us

Located in Brooklyn, NY

hand painted edge. The opal version brings a new dimension to the New Wave Optic series as we have

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

New Wave Optic Wall XL Opal with Black Eyeball

H 15 in W 15 in D 8 in

Opal Glass Table Ball Lamp, Italy, 1970s

Located in Hilversum, NL

A square metal frame adorned with a single opal glass large sphere. Decorative and emblematic of

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Opal, Stainless Steel

Opal Glass Table Ball Lamp, Italy, 1970s

H 25.99 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Vintage Mushroom Desk Lamp Model B8802 Chrome with Opal Glass

Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL

Vintage mushroom desk lamp model B8802 chrome with opal glass. This is a very rare and highly

Category

1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Mushroom Desk Lamp Model B8802 Chrome with Opal Glass

H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Rare Hand Carved Opal Stone Figurine Of Elephant

Located in New York, NY

A rare hand carved dark opal stone figure. The figure depicts an elephant with a raised trunk

Category

20th Century Unknown Animal Sculptures

Materials

Opal

Rare Hand Carved Opal Stone Figurine Of Elephant

H 3 in Dm 4.25 in

Array Opal Pendant Light by CTO Lighting

By CTO Lighting

Located in Geneve, CH

Array Opal pendant light by CTO Lighting Materials: bronze with satin brass details and opal glass

Category

2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Bronze

Array Opal Pendant Light by CTO Lighting

H 31.5 in Dm 67.92 in

Rare 32 Carat Carved Lapidary Opal Native American Indian Chief

Located in New York, 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

Rare 32 Carat Carved Lapidary Opal Native American Indian Chief

H 1 in Dm 1 in

Art Deco chromed Chandelier with opal glass shades around 1920s

Located in Wien, AT

Art Deco chromed Chandelier with opal glass shades around 1920s Opal glass shade. Brass chromed

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco chromed Chandelier with opal glass shades around 1920s

H 39.38 in Dm 11.03 in

Russian Dolerite, Malachite & Kascholong Opal Chess Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Russian dolerite, malachite and Kascholong opal chess set. Consists of black dolerite squares

Category

Late 20th Century Russian Games

Materials

Stone, Malachite, Opal, Gold Plate, Brass

Russian Dolerite, Malachite & Kascholong Opal Chess Set

H 5 in W 17 in D 17 in

Opal and Diamond Art Deco Ring, circa 1930s

Located in Incline Village, NV

Opal is natural and ring itself is palladium with nicely appointed floral pattern engraving around

Category

20th Century American Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Opal

Opal and Diamond Art Deco Ring, circa 1930s

H 0.94 in W 1 in D 0.82 in

Labuan Vase in Black with Blown Opal Glass by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

precious new re-edition. Additional information: Material: Glass, blown opal Color: Black Dimensions

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Labuan Vase in Black with Blown Opal Glass by Venini

H 25.6 in Dm 13.39 in

Benedict Truss Sconce in Prussian Blue and Satin Brass with White Opal Glass

By Trella

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Benedict™ Truss Sconce suspends the Benedict™ light assembly from a wall mounted brace. The relationship between brace and stem allows for endlessly dynamic finish options to com...

Category

2010s American Other Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Opal, Brass

Benedict Truss Sconce in Prussian Blue and Satin Brass with White Opal Glass

H 27 in W 6 in D 9.5 in

Pendant Gold Chrome Gold Metal with Extra Large Opal Glass Globe

Located in Mombuey, Zamora

Mid-Century Modern metal crome chandelier, pendant or lantern with extra large globe in opal glass

Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pendant Gold Chrome Gold Metal with Extra Large Opal Glass Globe

H 34.65 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Kaiser Spider Chandelier in Opal Glass, Germany 1970s

By Kaiser

Located in Berlin, BE

NICKEL PLATED MODERNIST CHANDELIER 1970s WITH 10 OPAL GLASS TUBES BY KAISER GERMANY (E14) DIAMETER

Category

Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Metal

Kaiser Spider Chandelier in Opal Glass, Germany 1970s

H 20 in Dm 28.5 in

Modern Contemporary Customizable Sculptural Floor Lamp with Opal Glass Cylinders

By GMD Berlin, Linu Enache

Located in Berlin, DE

The modern contemporary sculptural floor light LT 3 - Vertigo is customizable and available in different materials, finish and dimensions upon request. Also available as pendant light.

Category

2010s German Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Cut Steel

Modern Contemporary Customizable Sculptural Floor Lamp with Opal Glass Cylinders

H 77.56 in Dm 14.97 in

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Furniture With Opal For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the furniture with opal you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each furniture with opal for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. Find 173 options for an antique or vintage furniture with opal now, or shop our selection of 63 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a furniture with opal — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right furniture with opal, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. Kaiser Leuchten, houseof and Trella each produced at least one beautiful furniture with opal that is worth considering.

How Much is a Furniture With Opal?

A furniture with opal can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,774, while the lowest priced sells for $75 and the highest can go for as much as $41,210.

Finding the Right lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Furniture With Opal

Is a Peruvian opal a real opal?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, a Peruvian opal is a real opal, but it’s classified as a common opal rather than a precious opal. It’s the precious opal that’s known for it’s flashes of fire and brilliance. A common opal has a milky and pastel appearance. Find vintage and contemporary Peruvian opal jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
What is a cabochon Opal?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
A cabochon opal is an opal that’s cut in a dome shape. There are two types of opal: common and precious. The former is, as its name implies, not very rare. Precious opal, on the other hand, is more rare than diamonds and considered very high quality.
What is a solid Opal?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
A solid opal is a natural stone that is cut and polished without any man-made caps or backings applied to the stone. It is in a raw state and its properties are not interfered with. Find opal jewelry today on 1stDibs.
What is the rarest Opal?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The Aurora Australis is the world's most valuable black opal valued at 1 Million AUD. The stone is 180 carat and contains a variety of colors.
Is Opal expensive?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Yes, Opal can be expensive. Black Opals in particular are quite valuable and may earn prices of up to $10,000 a carat. White opals are the least expensive of the opal family.
What is an Australian opal?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
Today, Australia and Ethiopia are the two largest producers of opals. Historically, most of the world’s opals were mined in South Australia. The stone is so closely associated with Australia that in 1993 it became the national gemstone. 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. Shop a collection of vintage and modern Australian opal jewelry from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
What does Opal symbolize?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
An opal symbolizes love, passion and desire. People know the stone for its seductive qualities that tend to intensify emotional states.
Are opals worth anything?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Usually opals with darker tones are worth more than those with lighter or white tones because the colors are more vibrant in darker opals. White opals are more common than their darker colored counterparts. Good quality white opals can be worth up to around $148 USD per carat, while black opals can fetch as much as $11,000 USD or more per carat.
How much is an opal worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
An opal's value is determined based on a set of characteristics. Namely, the type of opal, body tone, brilliance, pattern, color bar thickness, play of color, and faults are taken into account by an appraiser when determining the value of the stone. Typically, black or dark bodied opals are regarded as more valuable than those with a light body tone.
What is an Australian boulder opal?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
An Australian boulder opal is an opal mined from a large ironstone boulder under the ground. This type of opal is the second most valuable opal behind the black opal. Spot an Australian boulder opal by checking for a solid layer of brown ironstone left on the back of the stone. Shop Australian boulder opals on 1stDibs.
Do opal engagement rings last?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
Yes, an opal engagement ring can last if you care for it properly. Generally, opals are more delicate than other gemstones commonly used in engagement rings, like diamonds, sapphires and emeralds. As a result, they can be easily damaged, making it important that you take your ring off before performing household chores, exercising, playing sports or doing other activities where you'll use your hands a lot. Find a collection of opal engagement rings on 1stDibs.
Are opals bad for engagement rings?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
No, opals aren't bad for engagement rings. One drawback of the gemstone is that it isn't as hard as many other popular gems, like diamonds, emeralds and sapphires, so it may be more susceptible to scratches. However, you can still choose an opal engagement ring if you wish. Taking it off before you engage in activities that could damage the ring can help extend its life. Shop an assortment of opal engagement rings on 1stDibs.
Can you wear an opal ring everyday?
2 Answers
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
No, you cannot wear an opal ring everyday. Since they are relatively fragile compared to other stones, opals are not durable for daily-wear.
Dover JewelryFebruary 24, 2021
Not recommended! Opals are more delicate then other gemstones and if cared for correctly will last a lifetime and can be handed down throughout generations.
How much is a fire opal worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
One carat of fire opal can be worth as little as $50 or as much as $10,000. The value depends on the quality and origin. For instance, Mexican and Australian fire opals are generally more expensive than fire opals from other countries.
Is Opal good for engagement rings?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
No, opal is not good for engagement rings. Although opal is a beautiful stone, it is not the best choice for an engagement ring. Since they are relatively fragile compared to diamonds and sapphires, opals are not durable for daily wear.
How can I spot a real black opal?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To see if your black opal is real, check the potch on the back. Double-sided opals are rare, so if there is a lack of potch and color all the way through, this could indicate a fake. Shop a collection of expertly vetted opals from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Can opal rings be worn everyday?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Opal rings are very delicate compared to other stones, and are not recommended for everyday wear. However, with proper care, they can last through the generations. Shop a collection of expertly vetted gems from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Are opal rings Bad luck?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Although opals were considered good luck in Roman culture and a symbol of good luck, there are many legends that link opals with death and bad omens.
Is opal good for wedding rings?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
Yes, opal can be good for wedding rings. Many people love the unique coloration of opals and opt for wedding rings set with them. One thing to keep in mind is that opals are more delicate than many other gemstones like sapphires, rubies and diamonds, so they are more vulnerable to scratching and breakage. It is a good idea to remove your wedding ring before working with tools, performing chores, playing sports or engaging in other activities that could potentially damage your opal. Explore a variety of opal wedding rings on 1stDibs.
Do Opals make good engagement rings?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
While opals are more fragile than diamonds, adding a higher risk for a daily-wear ring, they can still be good engagement rings. Opals are thought of as precious and powerful and are said to symbolize fidelity so can be great and unique rings.

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