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Opal Cross

Natural Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 20" 14k WG 4.50 CT Certified
Natural Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 20" 14k WG 4.50 CT Certified

Natural Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 20" 14k WG 4.50 CT Certified

By Enrico Kassini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Natural Quality Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 20" 14k WG 4.50 CT Certified $3,250 311040 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!

Category

1990s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Australian Solid Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Australian Solid Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold

Australian Solid Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold

Located in Suwanee, GA

Australian Solid Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping!

Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Crystal Orange Opal Cross Gold Pendant
Vintage Crystal Orange Opal Cross Gold Pendant

Vintage Crystal Orange Opal Cross Gold Pendant

Located in Montreal, QC

Finely Detailed Vintage Cross Brooch Pendant. Securely Hand set with 2.50tcw Crystal Orange Opals.

Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 20.34 Carat Opal and 4.63 Carat Diamond Silver Gilt Cross Pendant Brooch
Antique 20.34 Carat Opal and 4.63 Carat Diamond Silver Gilt Cross Pendant Brooch

Antique 20.34 Carat Opal and 4.63 Carat Diamond Silver Gilt Cross Pendant Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The silver gilt cross is embellished with five stunning collet set oval cabochon cut opals.

Category

Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Silver

Cross Pendant Australian Solid Opal Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Cross Pendant Australian Solid Opal Necklace 14K Yellow Gold

Cross Pendant Australian Solid Opal Necklace 14K Yellow Gold

By The Wind Opal

Located in Suwanee, GA

Cross Pendant Australian Solid Opal Necklace 14K Yellow Gold.

Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cross Pendant Australian Doublet Opal Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Cross Pendant Australian Doublet Opal Necklace 14K Yellow Gold

Cross Pendant Australian Doublet Opal Necklace 14K Yellow Gold

By The Wind Opal

Located in Suwanee, GA

Cross Pendant Australian Doublet Opal Necklace 14K Yellow Gold.

Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Cross Pendant Necklace, Australian Opal Doublet
14K Gold Cross Pendant Necklace, Australian Opal Doublet

14K Gold Cross Pendant Necklace, Australian Opal Doublet

Located in Suwanee, GA

14K Gold Cross Pendant Necklace, Australian Opal Doublet.

Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Opal Chips Glass Cross Pendant
Victorian Opal Chips Glass Cross Pendant

Victorian Opal Chips Glass Cross Pendant

Located in London, GB

9ct Gold topped Antique Opal Chippings in Cross Shape- Pendant Unknown Maker Era 1890s Smooth Strong glass with curved edges inside are held many genuine Opal Chips- Topped with a h...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold

Gin and Grace 14K Opal & Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Gin and Grace 14K Opal & Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace

Gin and Grace 14K Opal & Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Decorate yourself in elegance with this Pendant is crafted from 14-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Pendant is made up of Round Cab Ethiopian Opals (10 pcs) 2.08 carat and Roun...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Turquoise, Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Old Cut Opal & Ruby Cross Design Jabot Pin Brooch
Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Old Cut Opal & Ruby Cross Design Jabot Pin Brooch

Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Old Cut Opal & Ruby Cross Design Jabot Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

–Stone(s)– (4) Natural Genuine Ruby- Old Round Cut - Pave Set - Nice Red Color - 2.5mm to 3.6mm (approx.) (6) Natural Genuine Opal - Round & Oval Cut - Pave Set - White Base w/ N...

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Renaissance Revival Jelly Opal & 18K Gold Cross with Blue Enamel - Circa 1880's
Renaissance Revival Jelly Opal & 18K Gold Cross with Blue Enamel - Circa 1880's

Renaissance Revival Jelly Opal & 18K Gold Cross with Blue Enamel - Circa 1880's

Located in Chatham, CA

Antique Renaissance Revival gem set 18K yellow gold Latin cross pendant with 16 rare semi black jelly opals (each cabochon cut stone approximately 3 to 4 mm. in diameter x 2 to 2.5 m...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Enamel

14k Gold Cross Pendant with Multicolor gemstones
14k Gold Cross Pendant with Multicolor gemstones

14k Gold Cross Pendant with Multicolor gemstones

By Daizy Jewellery

Located in Istanbul, TR

14 k solid gold cross pendant with orange opals and chrome diopsides.

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Anthony Nak Pink Opal Cross Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Anthony Nak Pink Opal Cross Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Anthony Nak Pink Opal Cross Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

By Anthony Nak

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Anthony Nak pink opal cross necklace in 18k yellow gold. Length, 15".

Category

Early 2000s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal

Antique Victorian 35 Carat Opal Cross Pendant Diamond 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Antique Victorian 35 Carat Opal Cross Pendant Diamond 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900

Antique Victorian 35 Carat Opal Cross Pendant Diamond 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster , GB

This spellbinding Antique Victorian cross pendant is set with seven stunning natural Opals which are a kaleidoscope of rainbow colours shimmering and changing colours with the light.

Category

Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Opal & Blue Sapphire Cross Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
18K White Gold Opal & Blue Sapphire Cross Pendant Necklace with Diamonds

18K White Gold Opal & Blue Sapphire Cross Pendant Necklace with Diamonds

Located in Kowloon, HK

18K White Gold Opal & Blue Sapphire Cross Pendant Necklace with Diamonds 1 Opal - 3.55 CT Diamonds - 0.95 CT 18K White Gold -10.96 GM Highly Customizable Jewelry Designer Brand fro...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Ethiopian Opal Ashanti Cross Pendant in Oxidized Sterling and 22 Karat Gold
Ethiopian Opal Ashanti Cross Pendant in Oxidized Sterling and 22 Karat Gold

Ethiopian Opal Ashanti Cross Pendant in Oxidized Sterling and 22 Karat Gold

By The Golden Eye

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Exotic and mysterious, our Ashanti Cross Pendant is crafted with oxidized sterling silver and 22 karat gold, and fitted with multi-colored Ethiopian opals.

Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver

Kent Raible 18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant with Emerald, Opal, Diamond, Granulation
Kent Raible 18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant with Emerald, Opal, Diamond, Granulation

Kent Raible 18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant with Emerald, Opal, Diamond, Granulation

By Kent Raible

Located in Mossrock, WA

From the Kent Raible limited edition 'Studio Collection' we present the Cross Pendant. Gorgeous bright emeralds meet Australian Crystal Opal.

Category

2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Cross Pendant Pink Sapphire, Opal, Diamond accented with gold granulation
Cross Pendant Pink Sapphire, Opal, Diamond accented with gold granulation

Cross Pendant Pink Sapphire, Opal, Diamond accented with gold granulation

By Kent Raible

Located in Mossrock, WA

That pink is picked up in the surrounding Australian Crystal Fire Opals and a sparkle of Diamond sets it all off beautifully.

Category

2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

10 Karat Yellow Gold and Opal Cross Pendant #17092
10 Karat Yellow Gold and Opal Cross Pendant #17092

10 Karat Yellow Gold and Opal Cross Pendant #17092

Located in Washington Depot, CT

10 Karat Yellow Gold and Opal Cross Pendant- This elegant cross pendant features one oval opal (5 mm x 4 mm) set in beautifully detailed 10K yellow gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Small Dainty Round Opal Cross Necklace
Small Dainty Round Opal Cross Necklace

Small Dainty Round Opal Cross Necklace

Located in Sugar Land, TX

♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Opal Approx. Carat Weight: .56cttw Stone Cut: Round Material: 14k Yellow Gold Dimensions: 20mm x 11mm Weight: 1 gram Chain: 16" 14k Yellow Gold **D...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Solid Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Australian Solid Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold

Australian Solid Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold

Located in Suwanee, GA

Australian Solid Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping!

Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Doublet Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Australian Doublet Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold

Australian Doublet Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold

Located in Suwanee, GA

Australian Doublet Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping!

Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Doublet Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Australian Doublet Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold

Australian Doublet Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold

Located in Suwanee, GA

Australian Doublet Opal Cross Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping!

Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Doublet Opal Cross Pendant Necklace: Australian Opal in 18K Gold
Doublet Opal Cross Pendant Necklace: Australian Opal in 18K Gold

Doublet Opal Cross Pendant Necklace: Australian Opal in 18K Gold

Located in Suwanee, GA

Doublet Opal Cross Pendant Necklace: Australian Opal in 18K Yellow Gold.

Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Inlay Opal Cross Pendant
Vintage 14K Gold Inlay Opal Cross Pendant

Vintage 14K Gold Inlay Opal Cross Pendant

Located in Henderson, NV

14K yellow gold cross pendant, featuring mixed-cut opal inlays with a vibrant multi color fire.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Large 14K Yellow Gold Opal Cross Pendant
Vintage Large 14K Yellow Gold Opal Cross Pendant

Vintage Large 14K Yellow Gold Opal Cross Pendant

Located in Montgomery, AL

We always love a vintage cross!! This beauty is a large yet classic statement piece.

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Opal Cross Pendant & Chain Necklace 14K Rose Gold
Vintage Opal Cross Pendant & Chain Necklace 14K Rose Gold

Vintage Opal Cross Pendant & Chain Necklace 14K Rose Gold

Located in Montgomery, AL

We are loving this sweet cross necklace! Necklace Details Material: 14K Rose Gold Era: Retro 1960 - 1980 Pendant Drop Length: 1 1/8 Inch Pendant Width: 5/8 Inch Weight: 2.1 Grams Ch...

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Vintage 1960s Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

1940s Opal, Diamond and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
1940s Opal, Diamond and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant

1940s Opal, Diamond and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant

Located in Hicksville, NY

1940s Retro Opal Cross - 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Opals, Diamonds Features: 6 oval cut Opals 6 Round Brilliant Diamonds 1.25 carat total Round Brilliant Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold F...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cross Chain Necklace Chunky Choker Egyptian Opal
Cross Chain Necklace Chunky Choker Egyptian Opal

Cross Chain Necklace Chunky Choker Egyptian Opal

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sterling Silver Cross set with an Egyptian Opal on Chunky 10 K Gold Plated Chain Necklace The cross with equal-length arms, known as the Greek cross, holds profound symbolic value ...

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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Brass

14k Gold Cross Pendant with Fire Opals and Chrome Diopsides
14k Gold Cross Pendant with Fire Opals and Chrome Diopsides

14k Gold Cross Pendant with Fire Opals and Chrome Diopsides

By Daizy Jewellery

Located in Istanbul, TR

14 kt solid gold Cross pendant with natural opals and chrome diopsides.

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Tsavorite, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Cross Pendant with Colored Stones Fire Opals and Tsavorites
14k Gold Cross Pendant with Colored Stones Fire Opals and Tsavorites

14k Gold Cross Pendant with Colored Stones Fire Opals and Tsavorites

By Daizy Jewellery

Located in Istanbul, TR

Cross pendant with colored stones: natural fire opals and tsavorite (green garnet).

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Fire Opal, 14k Gold

KENT RAIBLE Opal Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Inverted Cross Pendant
KENT RAIBLE Opal Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Inverted Cross Pendant

KENT RAIBLE Opal Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Inverted Cross Pendant

By Kent Raible

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Sapphire Inverted Cross Pendant by Kent Raible.

Category

20th Century American Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

14k Gold Cross Pendant with Colored Stones Opals and Tsavorites
14k Gold Cross Pendant with Colored Stones Opals and Tsavorites

14k Gold Cross Pendant with Colored Stones Opals and Tsavorites

By Daizy Jewellery

Located in Istanbul, TR

Cross pendant with colored stones: natural fire opals and tsavorite (green garnet).

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, Opal, 14k Gold

Kabana Diamond Fire Opal 14k Yellow Gold Fancy Cross Charm Pendant
Kabana Diamond Fire Opal 14k Yellow Gold Fancy Cross Charm Pendant

Kabana Diamond Fire Opal 14k Yellow Gold Fancy Cross Charm Pendant

By Kabana

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This is a fabulous authentic pendant by Kabana, crafted from 14k yellow gold featuring a lovely section style Cross with fire opal inlay on the front of the entire Cross accented wit...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ice Clear Fire Opal and Diamond Cross Earrings
Ice Clear Fire Opal and Diamond Cross Earrings

Ice Clear Fire Opal and Diamond Cross Earrings

By Ri Noor

Located in Houston, TX

The cross, made of five sinuously shaped, smooth and natural fire opals, is accentuated by surrounds of brilliant white diamonds all set in 14k white gold.

Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, White Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Quartz Opal Diamond Rosary & Ruby Amethyst Cross Pendant
Clarissa Bronfman Quartz Opal Diamond Rosary & Ruby Amethyst Cross Pendant

Clarissa Bronfman Quartz Opal Diamond Rosary & Ruby Amethyst Cross Pendant

By Clarissa Bronfman

Located in New York, NY

****MODEL MAY BE WEARING ITEMS IN THIS LISTING PAIRED WITH OTHER PIECES. ITEMS IN FIRST PHOTO ARE INCLUDED IN LISTING*** Pendant consists of: - Vintage from before 2000 - Pendant wi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Opal, Quartz, Ruby, Blue Sapphire,...

Clarissa Bronfman Quartz Opal Topaz Diamond Peridot Garnet Cross Rosary Necklace
Clarissa Bronfman Quartz Opal Topaz Diamond Peridot Garnet Cross Rosary Necklace

Clarissa Bronfman Quartz Opal Topaz Diamond Peridot Garnet Cross Rosary Necklace

By Clarissa Bronfman

Located in New York, NY

Rosary necklace consists of: - brown smoky quartz 8 mm - pave diamonds - mix cut diamonds - agate - diamond opal tumbler bead - diamond topaz tumbler bead - double sided diamond sapp...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Peridot, Quartz, Topaz, Gold-filled, Sterl...

Clarissa Bronmfan Smoky Black Agate Opal Diamond Rosary & Blue Gold Agate Cross
Clarissa Bronmfan Smoky Black Agate Opal Diamond Rosary & Blue Gold Agate Cross

Clarissa Bronmfan Smoky Black Agate Opal Diamond Rosary & Blue Gold Agate Cross

By Clarissa Bronfman

Located in New York, NY

Rosary necklace consists of: - 62" length total - 14k gold filled chain - 925 sterling silver diamond large double sided clasp that opens and closes allowing for changing/removing pe...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Opal, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Judith Ripka Gold Beaded Enhancer Cross Necklace
Judith Ripka Gold Beaded Enhancer Cross Necklace

Judith Ripka Gold Beaded Enhancer Cross Necklace

By Judith Ripka

Located in Southampton, PA

A complex and expertly crafted design of multiple stones and precious metal. The cross hangs in 18K yellow gold infused with with 0.50ct of diamonds and opal stones from a stunning s...

Category

20th Century American Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Chalcedony, Opal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Judith Ripka Gold Beaded Enhancer Cross Necklace
Judith Ripka Gold Beaded Enhancer Cross Necklace

Judith Ripka Gold Beaded Enhancer Cross Necklace

By Judith Ripka

Located in Southampton, PA

A complex and expertly crafted design of multiple stones and precious metal. The cross hangs in 18K yellow gold infused with with 0.50ct of diamonds and opal stones from a stunning s...

Category

20th Century American Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Chalcedony, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

10 Karat Yellow Gold, Opal and Diamond Heart Ring, October Birthstone
10 Karat Yellow Gold, Opal and Diamond Heart Ring, October Birthstone

10 Karat Yellow Gold, Opal and Diamond Heart Ring, October Birthstone

Located in McLeansville, NC

A 10 karat yellow gold, opal and diamond heart statement ring. This ring features a prong set, oval cabochon cut opal weighing approximately .30 carat with a single cut diamond on ei...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Agate Moonstone Polki Diamond Necklace & Garnet Amethyst Cross
Clarissa Bronfman Agate Moonstone Polki Diamond Necklace & Garnet Amethyst Cross

Clarissa Bronfman Agate Moonstone Polki Diamond Necklace & Garnet Amethyst Cross

By Clarissa Bronfman

Located in New York, NY

Necklace consists of: - 37" length total - double sided diamond and opal large oval clasp that opens and closes allowing for removal/change of pendant - jade beads - crystal beads - ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Opal, Sterling Silver

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Opal Cross Pendant on 18" Cable Link Chain Necklace
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Opal Cross Pendant on 18" Cable Link Chain Necklace

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Opal Cross Pendant on 18" Cable Link Chain Necklace

Located in Montclair, NJ

–Stone(s)– (10) Natural Genuine Opal- Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Color w/ Nice Play of Colors - 5.2x3.1 mm each (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 3.07 Gr...

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stylized Mosaic Opal Inlaid Yellow Gold Cross
Stylized Mosaic Opal Inlaid Yellow Gold Cross

Stylized Mosaic Opal Inlaid Yellow Gold Cross

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W 0.76 in D 0.14 in L 1.43 in

Stylized Mosaic Opal Inlaid Yellow Gold Cross

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Stylized 14k yellow gold cross featuring an opal mosaic design. It is hanging from a yellow gold bale.

Category

Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold & Opal Large Cross Charm Pendant
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold & Opal Large Cross Charm Pendant

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold & Opal Large Cross Charm Pendant

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (17) Natural Genuine Opal - Round Cabochon - Pave Set - Natural Variation of White Base w/ Lots of Color Play - 2.8 x 2.9mm (approx.) Material: Solid 9k Yellow Gold We...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Cross Pendant with Colored Stones Fire Opals and Tsavorites
14k Gold Cross Pendant with Colored Stones Fire Opals and Tsavorites

14k Gold Cross Pendant with Colored Stones Fire Opals and Tsavorites

By Daizy Jewellery

Located in Istanbul, TR

Cross pendant with colored stones: natural fire opals and tsavorite (green garnet).

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Fire Opal, 14k Gold

Black Opal & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant & Necklace
Black Opal & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant & Necklace

Black Opal & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant & Necklace

Located in MIAMI, FL

One of a kind design crafted in 18k yellow gold. This cross pendant is set with natural black opal gemstones with diamond accents.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Gemset Gold Cross

Edwardian Gemset Gold Cross

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W 2 in L 3.25 in

Edwardian Gemset Gold Cross

Located in Houston, TX

An Edwardian 14K rosy yellow gold cross, set with sapphire, amethyst, spinel, garnet, opal and zircon.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian More Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Spinel, Zircon, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Southern Cross Pendant Vintage 15 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry
Antique Victorian Southern Cross Pendant Vintage 15 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry

Antique Victorian Southern Cross Pendant Vintage 15 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed antique Victorian (circa 1880s to 1900s) Southern Cross pendant, crafted in 15 karat rose gold. The Southern Cross is seen only in the night skies of the Southern He...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 15k Gold, Rose Gold

Gold and Opal Cross Necklace
Gold and Opal Cross Necklace

Gold and Opal Cross Necklace

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W 1.38 in D 1.97 in

Gold and Opal Cross Necklace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

14K yellow gold bezel set opal cross, 2 1/4" long 5 - 7mm opals suspended from a rich 22K yellow gold chain 16" long, matches nicely with the beading around the bezels.

Category

20th Century Unknown Drop Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold

Dianna Rae Jewelry  Boulder Opal Cross Pendant Necklace with Blue Apatite
Dianna Rae Jewelry  Boulder Opal Cross Pendant Necklace with Blue Apatite

Dianna Rae Jewelry Boulder Opal Cross Pendant Necklace with Blue Apatite

By Dianna Rae Jewelry

Located in Lafayette, LA

Pendant SKU #230-00072 Chain SKU #430-00067 Dianna Rae Jewelry Boulder Opal Cross Pendant Necklace with Blue Apatite

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

Unusual Large Gold Ruby Opal Cross Pendant
Unusual Large Gold Ruby Opal Cross Pendant

Unusual Large Gold Ruby Opal Cross Pendant

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Unusual 14k gold cross pendant, measuring 67mm (excl bale) x 41mm.

Category

20th Century Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold

Opal & Diamond Cross
Opal & Diamond Cross

Opal & Diamond Cross

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This lovely silver and gold cross is set with 6 opals and 55 rose cut diamonds.

Category

Unknown More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Cross Pendant
Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Cross Pendant

Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Cross Pendant

Located in Pikesville, MD

A beautiful 10 karat yellow gold opal pendant featuring a single round white diamond in the center. Five marquise cut light opals are very well matched in shape and color with an ove...

Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natasha Stambouli 24K GP Chalcedony Garnet Opal Maltese Cross Brooch Pin
Natasha Stambouli 24K GP Chalcedony Garnet Opal Maltese Cross Brooch Pin

Natasha Stambouli 24K GP Chalcedony Garnet Opal Maltese Cross Brooch Pin

Located in Sausalito, CA

The piece features eight stones, including 2 varieties of Chalcedony, a Garnet, an Opal triplet cabochon and faceted Austrian crystals.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Garnet, Opal, Gold Plate

Claw Set Ethiopian Crystal Opal Vintage Cross Pendant in 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Claw Set Ethiopian Crystal Opal Vintage Cross Pendant in 9 Carat Yellow Gold

Claw Set Ethiopian Crystal Opal Vintage Cross Pendant in 9 Carat Yellow Gold

Located in Hamilton, AU

Crafted in 9 carat yellow gold, this charming vintage pendant features six luminous Ethiopian crystal opals showing bright flashes of green, orange, and red, in four claw settings an...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid 14 Karat Gold Mosaic Turquoise and Opal Inlay Cross Pendant 8.9 Grams
Solid 14 Karat Gold Mosaic Turquoise and Opal Inlay Cross Pendant 8.9 Grams

Solid 14 Karat Gold Mosaic Turquoise and Opal Inlay Cross Pendant 8.9 Grams

Located in Manchester, NH

Solid 14K Yellow Gold Mosaic Turquoise & Opal Inlay Cross Pendant 8.9 grams This pendant measures about 2.00" including bail, and 1.125" across.

Category

Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Multi Gem Stone Gold Summer Cross Pendant
Multi Gem Stone Gold Summer Cross Pendant

Multi Gem Stone Gold Summer Cross Pendant

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W 1.83 in D 0.33 in L 3.33 in

Multi Gem Stone Gold Summer Cross Pendant

By Susan Lister Locke

Located in Nantucket, MA

An original design pendant by Susan Lister Locke. The "Summer Cross" has 4.84ct Peridot, 1.72ct Pink Spinel, two 1.33ct Trillian Aquamarines, two 1.88ct Pink Pear Shape Cabochon Sap...

Category

2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Kunzite, Opal, Peridot, Pink Sapphire, Spinel, Tanzanite, Ye...

Kent Raible 18 Karat Gold Blue Sapphire, Opal Cross Pendant, Fine Granulation
Kent Raible 18 Karat Gold Blue Sapphire, Opal Cross Pendant, Fine Granulation

Kent Raible 18 Karat Gold Blue Sapphire, Opal Cross Pendant, Fine Granulation

By Kent Raible

Located in Mossrock, WA

That blue is picked up in the surrounding Australian Crystal Fire Opals and a sparkle of Diamond sets it all off beautifully.

Category

2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

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Opal Cross For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact opal cross 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, 18k 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 an opal cross from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. An opal cross from Kent Raible, Judith Ripka and Susan Lister Locke — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. See these pages for a mixed cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also princess cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. Finding an opal cross for sale for women should be easy, but there are 8 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Opal Cross?

Prices for an opal cross can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $500 and can go as high as $22,200, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,000.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Opal in Jewelry Design

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).

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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