$666Sale Price|40% Off
H 1.8 in W 0.98 in D 0.12 in L 1.38 in
Opal Carving Silver Fish Pendant Natural violet Vintage Gemstone gift wife
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Opal carving in shape of Fish opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.12 x 0.98 x 1.38 in / 3 х 25 х 35 mm pendant weight - 11.54 grams pendant heig...
Opal, Silver
$6,682
W 0.63 in D 0.24 in L 0.8 in
Natural 11.94 Ct Australian Crystal Nautilus opal carving mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
Though some opalized branches from the Russell’s mine are quite large, Sue has expertly identified smaller translucent and transparent gem-quality pieces deserving of expert carving.
Crystal, Opal
$13,258
W 0.5 in D 0.28 in L 1.03 in
Natural 9.47 Ct Australian crystal conch-shell opal carving mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
Though some opalized branches from the Russell’s mine are quite large, Sue has expertly identified smaller translucent and transparent gem-quality pieces deserving of expert carving.
Crystal, Opal
$81,798
W 1.18 in D 0.39 in L 2.64 in
Black Opal Phoenix bird Carving for necklace Cobalt Blue 68 carats
Located in Berlin, DE
One of a kind piece - Black Opal "Phoenix" bird carved by Daniela L`Abbate, world champion of Opal carving opal origin - Australia opal weight - 68.85 carats opal measurements - 0.3...
Opal, Black Opal
GIA Certified Large Carved Opal Rose Gold Frame Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Hand carved opal pendant and necklace. Intricate blue green opal carvings of a woman in flowing robe framed in a 14k rose gold setting.
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Genuine Opal Bear Sculpture, Hand Carved in Peru, Unique Gemstone Art
Located in New York, NY
Perfect for crystal collectors, animal totem enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a unique piece of opal carving art, this one‑of‑a‑kind sculpture brings both charm and geological interes...
Opal
$18,500
Australian Opal Duck Carving
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
Description & Details Opal has been revered for millennia for its brilliant colors and in many ways has surpassed the big ‘4’; diamonds, emeralds, sapphires, and rubies. To take thi...
$17,452
H 0.86 in W 3.12 in L 14.51 in
Vintage Carved Opal 4.80ct Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
JACOT' pertaining to London jewellery designer and artist Bernadine Jacot and 'Opal carving by ALFRED POCOCK, Fabergé c1950'*.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 2.30 Carat Black Opal and 18k Yellow Gold Cameo Ring Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Trained in Paris and later based in London's Hatton Garden, Schmidt's work is celebrated for elevating opal carving to an art form of sculptural subtlety.
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Australian Opal Parrot Carving - Created by Gerg Moser
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
Created by Gerg Moser in Idar-Oberstein, Germany; this mesmerizing parrot duo showcases the Famous Andamooka Opal. In 1954, when Queen Elizabeth II visited Australia on her first aut...
Opal
Australian Lightning Ridge Opal Detailed Carving of Lady's Bust
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Australian Lightning Ridge Opal Detailed Carving of Lady's Bust Length: 20mm Thickness: 5mm Weight: 1.3 gram Condition: Australian Opal, possibly Lightning Ridge, carving of a Lady's...
Opal
$701Sale Price|40% Off
H 1.61 in W 0.98 in D 0.12 in L 1.1 in
Vintage Opal Silver Pendant Natural Australian Carving Gemstone Unisex fish
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.12 x 0.98 x 1.1 in / 3 х 25 х 28 mm pendant lenght - 1.61 in / 41 mm pendant weight - 6.73 grams
Opal, Silver
$14,500
W 1.9 in L 2.5 in
Australian White Opal Turquoise Ruby Emerald Gold Egyptian-Style Carving Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Turquoise, ruby, emerald and pink sapphire all accent the carving. A true piece of art as well as jewelry.
Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,050Sale Price|25% Off
Opal Vintage Style Carving Three Stones Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A natural opals, each stone radiating an ethereal play of color. The opals are set in an elegant arrangement, creating a stunning focal point. The band is beautifully carved with in...
Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare 32 Carat Carved Lapidary Opal Native American Indian Chief
Located in Long Island City, NY
A vintage opal Indian head carving, weighing 32.10 carats, featuring an intricate piece of lapidary artistry.
Opal
50 MM Hand-Carved Australian Opal Maiden Cameo on Black Onyx Gemstone
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Onyx Base: The jet-black onyx backing acts as a dramatic "dark room," intensifying the opal's natural fire and making the intricate carving stand out in high relief.
Onyx, Opal
$4,165
W 0.67 in D 0.18 in L 0.67 in
Natural 5.59 Ct Carved Fossilised Opal carved Flower mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
Though some opalized branches from the Russell’s mine are quite large, Sue has expertly identified smaller translucent and transparent gem-quality pieces deserving of expert carving.
Crystal, Opal
$8,776
W 1.21 in D 0.34 in L 1.21 in
Natural solid 21.67 Ct Crystal Starfish Australian Opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
Though some opalized branches from the Russell’s mine are quite large, Sue has expertly identified smaller translucent and transparent gem-quality pieces deserving of expert carving.
Crystal, Opal
$1,785
W 0.83 in D 0.12 in L 0.6 in
Natural 5.10 Ct Australian Opal Crystal Butterfly Wings mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
Though some opalized branches from the Russell’s mine are quite large, Sue has expertly identified smaller translucent and transparent gem-quality pieces deserving of expert carving.
Crystal, Opal
$11,613
W 0.79 in D 0.13 in L 0.65 in
Natural 5.53 Ct Australian Gem Opal Crystal Butterfly Wings mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
Though some opalized branches from the Russell’s mine are quite large, Sue has expertly identified smaller translucent and transparent gem-quality pieces deserving of expert carving.
Opal, Crystal
Unavailable
H 1.33 in W 1.15 in
Natural Australian 16.88ct Boulder Opal and Diamonds Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
A perfect example of European opal carving expertise, "Roses Are Blue" opal pendant is crafted from an exceptional opal selected from the famed John Benny collection.
Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
W 1.6 in L 2.7 in
Carved Opal "Mother and Child" Brooch or Pendant in 14 Karat Gold and Platinum
Located in Dallas, TX
Such carvings are rare today because opal is a relatively soft stone, and 100 years of abrasion makes scenes such as these less sharp and distinct.
Opal, 14k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable
Opal Necklace with Hand Carved Fish Pendant
By Fred for Lyppens
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A double opal bead necklace centrally set with an opal fish carving, surrounded by a golden framework set with diamaonds.
Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Bird In My Head
Located in Istanbul, 34
Bird In My Head Agate and Opal Stone Carving
Stone
Sold
W 0.79 in D 0.02 in L 7.88 in
Natural Opal Carving Pendant Necklace in 18 Karat Gold with Sapphire and Ruby
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A beautiful and Chic Opal carving necklace/pendant set in 18k gold with sapphires, ruby and diamonds.
Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Sold
W 0.85 in D 0.41 in L 1.2 in
8.19ct Australian Opal Carved Lady with Diamond Halo Convertible Pendant Brooch
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 8.19ct Australian Opal Carving with Diamond Halo Convertible Pendant Brooch Platinum 18K Gold 10g+ R4650 ♥ It can be used as a brooch or a pendant with a bail that can be folded i...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Sold
W 1.75 in L 2 in
60s Vintage Carved Opal Cameo Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Brooch Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
The metalwork to secure the opal mirrors the opal carving and is a testament to the skilled artisan and attention to detail paid in creating this stunning piece.
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Impressive Opal Puma Carving Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large matrix opal from Andamooka, Australia carved depicting a puma, with a substantial amount of 14K yellow gold used in the back plate and to depict the foliage. The matrix opal ...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 2.25 in W 1.61 in D 0.39 in L 20 in
Vintage Large Oval 14k Gold Pendant Necklace w/ Carved Opal Cameo & Diamond Halo
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Item Details -- Material: Solid 14k Yellow and White Gold Weight: 31.14 Grams -- Stone(s): (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Carving - Prong Set - White Base w/ Outstanding Blue, Red,...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Heinz Postler Brazilian Opal Owl Carving, 1655 Carats, Idar-Oberstein
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Depicting a majestic snowy owl against a wooded landscape, this beautiful carving evokes a magical wintry scene through the use of fine quality Brazilian white opal.
Opal
18 Karat White Gold Blue Opal Butterfly Carving Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat white gold blue opal butterfly carving diamond pendant necklace This blue opal butterfly pendant is elegance personified.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Carved Boulder Opal Owl C.1970s
Located in New York, NY
As such, stonecutters can really only utilize it by carving the stone in such a way as to display how the opal flows through it.
Opal, 14k Gold
Lucien Gaillard French Art Nouveau Horn and Opal Hair Comb
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Nouveau horn and metal hair comb with opals by Lucien Gaillard. The blond hair comb has 8 cabochon opals decorating the thistle motif carving.
Opal
Sold
W 0.95 in L 1.19 in
Syna Ethiopian Opal Yellow Gold Skull Brooch and Pendant with Champagne Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Ethiopian opal skull carving 39 cts approx Champagne diamonds 0,25 ct approx Can we worn as a pin and a pendant Rare and one of a kind About the De...
Brown Diamond, Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 19 in W 10 in D 5.5 in
"Together Forever, " an Opal Carving by Tendai Marowa & Stanley Chideu
By Tendai Marowa & Stanley Chideu
Located in Milwaukee, WI
These include paintings, pottery, basket ware, wood carvings, and sculpture done in metal as well as the stone carvings.
Precious Stone
Custom 14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Flower Carving Ring
By Jae's Jewelers
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Handmade one-of-a-kind 14 karat yellow gold ring featuring an opal flower carving. The opal weighs 2.93 carats and has gorgeous play-of-color of mostly green and blue (difficult to p...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal Cameo Gem-Set Brooch Pendant, Wilhelm Schmidt, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
To quote the late scholar Gertrud Seidmann, a connoisseur of Schmidt's work, and to whom we are indebted for our knowledge of him: "opal cameos, if rare, were not unknown (in the 1...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Gold
Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
"Isla Mujeres" black opal ring is built around a translucent opal carving (13.37ct) held up by the 18K white gold arms of 31 brilliant-cut diamonds (0.132ct).
Diamond, Opal, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Carved Opal Great Dane Dog Head Earrings
Located in San Diego, CA
Really nice detailing in the opal carving.
Opal, 14k Gold
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
Regency Aquamarine Necklace with Old Mine Diamonds, circa 1815–1820
Located in Northampton, MA
This ravishing antique aquamarine necklace, dating to the Regency period (circa 1815–1820), is a crowning jewel of the era and a tour de force of early 19th-century jewelry design. A...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Roberto Cavalli Runway Sequin Sun Evening Gown and Cape F/W 2004 Size 40IT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Roberto Cavalli - Sequin runway evening gown with Swarovski crystal embellished sun cape. Neckline presents a sharp daring plunge to the navel. The back of the dress is held by jewe...
$2,295
Size: Small - Medium
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole top! Kris Jenner ( Mother of Kim ...
Hermes Birkin HSS 35 Porosus Crocodile Black Red La Rosee One of a Kind Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an extraordinary one of a kind Hermes 35 Birkin HSS bag. Black porosus crocodile with the dewdrop detailed La Rosee red velvet rose on front. This special order B...
Alexander McQueen Gown The Cosmic Rain Dress Embroidery Corset
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Breathtaking Alexander Mcqueen Corset Gown. Cosmic rain, comet and astral crystal embroideries are hand-sewn to this stunnig evening gown. Powder blue Paris net bustier dress featuri...
Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold, Signet Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring, Signet Ring for Her in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.25 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style, every occasion or any o...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Tiara in Platinum and Gold.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Well well well. If only this tiara could talk - I'd just love to know the people and outfits this significant piece has graced. Let's start with the tiara. Circa 1900, the theme co...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 12.00 Carat Light Pure Pink Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, Main stone: Gia certified natural 12.00 carat Light Pink diamond with no overtone. Emilio jewelry specializes in creating masterpie...
Pink Diamond
$105,169
H 10.83 in W 13.78 in D 7.09 in
Hermès Birkin HSS 35 Crocodile Porosus Lisse Honey Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Birkin HSS 35 in honey and shiny crocodile porosus leather with gold hardware. The bag is in very good condition, has a small mark on one corner as pictured. Comes as full set...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 1999/ 2000 Extremely sexy dress by John Galliano for Dior - a dress that transcends mere fabric to become an emblem of audacious elegance. This...
S/S 2004 Atelier Versace by Donatella Metallic Green Halterneck Runway Gown
By Atelier Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Atelier Versace gown from the Spring/Summer 2004 collection, designed by Donatella Versace, is constructed in metallic green chiffon with a halterneck, heavily ruched torso, and...
Vintage Japanese hand made peach floral silk over coat maxi robe gown kimono
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Vintage Japanese kimono in 100% silk Handmade in Japan Floor length Pale peach with coloured print Comes with a blush pink silk ribbon that gives you the option to wear this open o...
Rare Roberto Cavalli Runway Grecian Serpent Silk Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Since Cavalli recently passed this is one of the most memorable runway gowns from the 2007 Roberto Cavalli collection. Highly collectible. Grecian drape with plunging neckline. Fashi...
Multi-Gemstone Charm 22k Gold Chain Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
One-of-a-kind, multiple gemstone charms linked on a 22k yellow gold cable chain necklace. There are nineteen drilled gem charms in this necklace including: Topaz, Zircon, Aquamarine,...
Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Labradorite, Opal, Peridot, Spinel, T...
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).