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Lilly Hastedt Mandarin Garnet and Opal Earrings
By Lilly Hastedt
Located in London, GB
Garnets. The opals are unusual and change colour depending on the light. Hues of blues, greens and
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Garnet, Opal, Mandarin Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold

Garnet and Opal 9 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Either side of the glistening opals in this ring are gorgeous deep red garnets. The garnets measure
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1990s British Modern More Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Gold

Vintage Garnet and Opal 9 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This striking ring holds round cut garnets totalling approx 50pts and a shimmering opal at the
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Vintage 1970s British Cluster Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Gold

Antique Garnet and Opal 9 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This striking ring holds round cut garnets totalling approx 75pts and six shimmering opals. All the
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Vintage 1980s British Cluster Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Gold

Vintage Garnet and Opal 9 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This striking ring holds round cut garnets totalling approx 60pts and a shimmering opal at the
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Vintage 1970s British Modern Cluster Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Gold

Vintage Garnet and Opal 9 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Either side of the deep red garnet are two shimmering opals. The garnet measures 50pts. Modelled in
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Vintage 1960s British More Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Gold

Edwardian Garnet and Opal 9 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Either side of the glittering garnets in this ring are gorgeous and colourful opals. The garnets
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Gold

Vintage Garnet and Opal 9 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Either side of the glistening opals in this ring are gorgeous deep red garnets. The garnets measure
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Vintage 1970s British Modern More Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Gold

Vintage Garnet and Opal 9 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Either side of the glistening opal in this ring are gorgeous deep red garnets. The garnets measure
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Vintage 1960s British Modern More Rings

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Opal, Garnet, Gold

Antique Garnet and Opal 9 Carat Gold Cluster Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This striking ring holds round cut garnets totalling approx 1.3carat and 6 shimmering opals. All
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cluster Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Gold

Natural Garnet and Opal Vintage Style Dangle Earrings in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing our exquisite Earrings in yellow gold. Each earring features a lustrous natural garnet
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Dangle Earrings

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Garnet, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Garnet and Opal and Diamond Vintage Style Butterfly Brooch in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
red round garnets for the head and eyes to catch the attention, green round opals for the antenna, and
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, Garnet, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Garnet and Opal Vintage Style Filigree Pendant in solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
gemstone in the center. surrounded by opal and round red garnet to emphasizes the beauty of this classic
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1950s Chunky Charm Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
, Garnet, and Opal. Circa 1950s Size 8 3/4 inches
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Vintage 1950s Charm Bracelets

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18k Gold

Vintage Inspired Australian Opal & Deep Red Garnet Drop Earrings 9 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Our Freya Earrings, crafted using rich garnets and opals, are a sumptuous fiesta of light and
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Stud Earrings

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Garnet, Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Tsavorite Garnet Three Stone Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Cabochon genuine opal with two Tsavorite garnet accents. Customizable ring This pearly white opal
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2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Opal and Garnet Victorian Gold Brooch
Located in Darnestown, MD
opals and four garnets mounted on different levels. The brooch is 2 3/8 inches w ide and 1 1/2 inches
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

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Garnet, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold

Opal and Garnet Victorian Gold Brooch
Opal and Garnet Victorian Gold Brooch
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H 1.5 in W 2.38 in D 1 in
18 Karat Mexican Fire Opal with Tsavorite Garnet Ring, Carrot Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Mexican fire opal paired with Tsavorite garnet in 14k gold Metal Type: 18 Karat solid yellow gold
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2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Tsavorite, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Italian Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Statement Snake Bracelet
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
garnet and opal colored hand painted glass enamel links that are individually framed, each with a twist
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Vintage 1960s Italian Link Bracelets

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Blackened Silver Pendant with Boulder Opal, Garnet and Sapphire
By Kary Adam
Located in Coupeville, WA
A Blackened Silver Pendant with Boulder Opal, Tsavorite Garnet, Sapphire & Rhodolite Garnet on a
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Silver

Amazing Boulder Opal & Tsavorite Garnet Pendant
By Kary Adam
Located in Coupeville, WA
A Boulder Opal & Tsavorite Garnet Pendant set in blackened Silver. This Pendant features 2 Amazing
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Opal, Tsavorite, Silver

Amazing Boulder Opal & Tsavorite Garnet Pendant
Amazing Boulder Opal & Tsavorite Garnet Pendant
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W 0.88 in D 0.25 in L 2.75 in
Natural Opals and Rhodolite Garnets Cocktail Ring 8.40 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 9 Opals = 2.45
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Rhodolite, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Opal Garnet Cluster 14kt Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Vintage Victorian Revival Opal Garnet Cluster Cocktail Ring in 14kt Gold, a stunning homage to the
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Antique Mid-18th Century Victorian Cluster Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Gold

Natural Opals and Rhodolite Garnets Cocktail Ring 8.40 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 9 Opals = 2.45
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Rhodolite, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Opals and Rhodolite Garnets Cocktail Ring 8.40 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 9 Opals = 2.45
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Rhodolite, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Opals and Rhodolite Garnets Cocktail Ring 8.40 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 9 Opals = 2.45
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Rhodolite, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Garnet, Opal and 9 Carat Gold Pendant or Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet pendant holds garnets and colourful opals. This pendant could be worn as a brooch also
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Garnet, Gold

AJD Sparkling Opal Pendant with Accents of Garnet and Zircon
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Gorgeous drop shaped Opal with flashes of red, blue, and green. How great is that?! This is so
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Opal, Zircon, Sterling Silver

Opal Tsavorite Garnet Three Stone Ring
Located in Wallingford, CT
Cabochon genuine opal with two Tsavorite garnet accents. Customizable ring This pearly white opal
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2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Australian Opal, Tsavorite Garnet, Sapphire and Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These colorful drop earrings feature 2 beautiful Australian opals set with bright African green
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings

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Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, Diamond...

Moonstone, Garnet, Turquoise, Peridot and Fire Opal Asymmetrical Dangle Earrings
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
earrings featuring Moonstone, Peridot, Fire Opal, Turquoise, Fire Agate, Garnet and Citrine. Rich, vibrant
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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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Opal, Turquoise, Garnet, Fire Opal, Peridot, Agate, Citrine, Moonstone, ...

Dangling Opal, Diamond and Tsavorite Garnet Earrings in White Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
Two Oval Cabochon Opals Weighing 3.50 Carats Approximately Two Oval Cabochon Opals Weighing 1.75
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, Garnet, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Garnet, Opal, and Diamond Ornate Wide Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Garnet: 129 round cut = 75.51cttw Opal: 14 cabochon cut
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21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets

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Diamond, Garnet, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Earrings in Red Gold with 2 Fire Opal Brioletts and Mandarine Garnets.
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
(briolette-cut, 25x13x8mm, 29.49ct) + 96x fine Mandarin Garnets (round, 1,2-3mm, 2.26ct), This pair of
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2010s German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

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Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, Fire Opal, Opal, Other, Gold, 18k Gold

Hemmerle Mandarin Garnets Cuff Bracelet In 18Kt Gold Platinum Diamonds And Opals
By Hemmerle
Located in Miami, FL
hundred six natural earth mined gemstones, such; Harlequin black opals, spessartite garnets and colorless
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Cuff Bracelets

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Mandarin Garnet, Black Opal, Opal, Garnet, White Diamond, Diamond, Plati...

Handcrafted Amethyst Garnet and Pink Opal Cocktail Ring in Sterling Silver
Located in Trumbull, CT
. Approximate size: Amethyst: 8.0ct , 10 x 15mm Pink Opal: 4mm Garnet: 4mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Garnet, Opal, Sterling Silver

Kara Ross Pink Sapphire, Rose Garnet, Diamond and Pink Opal Ring
By Kara Ross
Located in Weston, MA
cupcake-inspired jewel. Set in 18k yellow gold and pink opal and signed by Kara Ross. Width is 1-7/5
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Michael Kneebone Black Opal Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
An Ethiopian black opal is the centerpiece of this bold and dramatic cocktail ring. The pear
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Garnet, Black Opal, White Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Fire Opal, Green Garnet and Diamond Pendant Brooch
By GILIN
Located in Central, HK
1 Fire Opal - 16.82carats / 135 Fancy Color Diamond - 1.09carats 57 Green Garnet - 0.37carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Garnet, Yellow Gold

17.44 Carat Natural Opal and Garnet Diamonds Ring 14 Karat Deco Prime
Located in New York, NY
8.45ct Natural Opal Ring Cabochon, Ethiopian Prime. Brilliant threads of orange, greens, blues
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, Garnet, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

11.16 Carats Fire Opal Garnet Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This exquisite ring is handcrafted in 18-karat gold. It is set in 11.16 carats fire opal, garnet
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Circa 1960s Garnet, Opal and Pearl Dangle Earrings in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: These Renaissance-style earrings have opals, pearls and square cut garnets in an
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Dangle Earrings

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Garnet, Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Opal Garnet Pearl Brooch in 15 Carat Gold with 25 Carat Opal
Located in Kendal, GB
rich green garnets that chase around the border. The opal displays a mesmerising rainbow of vibrant
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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Brooches

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Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Gold

9K Yellow Gold Large Natural Opal and Garnet Cluster Cocktail Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
vibrant Garnets gemstones. The centre Opal measures 12x10mm (0.48" x 0.40" inches) and is wonderfully
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2010s British Art Deco Cluster Rings

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Garnet, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Demantoid Garnet, Opal, & Diamond Flower Convertible Ring Pendant
Located in Boston, MA
to a pendant. The flower is centered by a beautiful demantoid garnet of 0.40 carats, and further
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Garnet, Opal, 14k Gold, Silver

7.37 Carat Black Opal Garnet Sapphire White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
, accented by a oval blue .87ct sapphire, 5 round blue sapphires and 3 round green garnets. The opal is more
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

7.37 Carat Black Opal Garnet Sapphire White Gold Pendant Necklace
7.37 Carat Black Opal Garnet Sapphire White Gold Pendant Necklace
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H 1.28 in W 0.3 in D 0.3 in L 0.71 in
9K English Yellow Gold Marquise Natural Opal & Garnet Ring
Located in Chesham, GB
This ring is made from 9K Yellow Gold with Natural Opal & Garnet YOU CAN CHOOSE YOUR SIZE FROM THE
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2010s British Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Garnet, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.91 Carat Golden Opal and Tsavorite Garnet Cocktail Ring in Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This delightful ring pairs a beautiful Ethiopian opal with lively green tsavorite garnets, creating
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings

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Multi-gemstone, Tsavorite, Opal, Garnet, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

1950s White Opal and Red Garnet 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
color play. Said opal is framed by 8 gorgeous natural red garnets that flawlessly complement the yellow
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Vintage 1950s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Garnet, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.40 Carat Opal and Tsavorite Garnet Halo Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
framed with sparkling round Tsavorite green garnets! The opal is a 2.40 carat gem with gorgeous play-of
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Cocktail Rings

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Multi-gemstone, Tsavorite, Opal, Garnet, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Handmade 40" Amazonite Tahitian Pearl Peruvian Opal Garnet Sterling Necklace
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
One of Kind handmade 40 inch long Fine Gemstone Amazonite, and Garnet rondelles, and Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amazonite, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Spessartine Garnet Topaz Black Opal Green Diamond 18k Gold Stud Earrings
By Kristin Hanson
Located in Rhinebeck, NY
Spessartine Garnet Topaz Black Opal Green Diamond 18k Gold Stud Earrings by Kristin Hanson. This
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Stud Earrings

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Diamond, Garnet, Blue Topaz, Mandarin Garnet, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Spessartine Garnet Topaz Black Opal Green Diamond 18k Gold Stud Earrings
Spessartine Garnet Topaz Black Opal Green Diamond 18k Gold Stud Earrings
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H 0.24 in W 0.56 in D 0.24 in Dm 0.56 in L 0.6 in
18k White Gold Natural Opal & Garnet Womens Trilogy Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
piece to wear. The colors in the Opal are enhanced by the red of the Garnets, they all look Fabulous set
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2010s British Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

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Garnet, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natasha Stambouli 24K GP Chalcedony Garnet Opal Maltese Cross Brooch Pin
Located in Sausalito, CA
stones, including 2 varieties of Chalcedony, a Garnet, an Opal triplet cabochon and faceted Austrian
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Brooches

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Chalcedony, Garnet, Opal, Gold Plate

Sterling Silver .925 1/2" x 1 1/2" Opal And Rhodolite Garnet Dangle Earrings
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Handmade Sterling Silver .925 1/2" x 1 1/2" Opal with 6mm x 8mm Oval Rhodolite Garnet Dangle
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Early 2000s Greek Artisan Dangle Earrings

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Garnet, Rhodolite, Opal, Sterling Silver

Australian Opals Diamonds Garnet 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
ring.Handmade by craftsmen assembled with Australian opals,garnet and old cut diamonds. Ring total weight 6.40
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Opal, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Baume Creation Opal Mint Garnet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
, claw-set, watermint-colored tsavorite garnets hold claw-set Australian cabochon-cut oval opals. The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Dangle Earrings

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Garnet, Opal, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Australian 2.42ct Boulder Opal/Garnet Dangle Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
“Honeysuckle” opal earrings are an earthly delight. Boulder opals (2.42ct) from Winton are
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2010s Australian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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Garnet, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Australian 3.85ct Black Opal Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold with Garnets
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
black opal (3.85ct) from Lightning Ridge is heightened by the subdued twinkle of rows of tsavorites and
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2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Opal, Black Opal, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold

Australian 13.76ct Boulder Opal, Garnets, Sapphires Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
, tsavorite garnets and yellow sapphires. Designed by Renata Bernard. The gemstone at the centre of this opal
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2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Garnet, Sapphire, Opal, White Gold, 18k Gold

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Garnet And Opal For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact garnet and opal you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, white gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a garnet and 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. Creating a garnet and opal has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Hasbani Diamonds, Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Vicki Orr are consistently popular. Take a look at a garnet and opal featuring opal from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and cabochon versions for sale. Most of our garnet and opal for sale are for women, but there are 240 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Garnet And Opal?

Prices for a garnet and opal can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $136 and can go as high as $175,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,352.
Questions About Garnet And Opal
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, spessartite garnet and a mandarin garnet are different names for the same type of garnet. Spessartite garnet is known for its bold hue that can range from orange to red. Browse a range of garnet jewelry, including spessartite garnets, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mandarin garnet refers to a specific color of spessartite garnet. Spessartite garnets are known for their orange to reddish-brown hue, but mandarin garnets are as pure orange as a garnet can be. Shop a selection of mandarin and spessartite garnet jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Spessartite is a hue of garnet that lands in the orange to red colorway. Spessartite garnets are just like any other garnet and occur in metamorphic rock. The term spessartite is simply used to distinguish the color from other garnets. This orange-red hue is highly desirable. Shop a collection of properly vetted spessartite gems from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Due to their deep red hue, garnets are known to symbolize love.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Garnets can be expensive depending on the variety. For instance, tsavorite and demantoid, the rarest varieties, can sell for thousands of dollars per carat.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Certain quality rhodolite garnets are very rare. The most valuable rhodolites are “spirit color” or medium-high saturation, medium tone, pinkish red gemstone.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, garnets can be good for engagement rings. Many people love the dark red color of the gemstone, and its 7.5 to 8.5 Mohs scale rating means the gemstone is fairly resistant to scratches. People born in January may also find engagement rings featuring garnets to be meaningful because the gemstone is the birthstone for the first month of the year. Shop a collection of garnet engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A purple garnet’s worth depends on the four C's: the carat weight, clarity, cut and color. It ranges from around $400 to $800 per carat, depending on size and quality. You will find a wide range of vintage and antique garnet jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While the value of tsavorite garnet changes depending on quality and size, some of the higher quality gems are worth more than $8,000 per carat.
  • 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.