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Opal Inlay Necklace

Long Bar, Australian Opal Inlay Necklace with Diamonds, 14kt Yellow Gold, by Kab
By Kabana
Located in Bozeman, MT
Long Bar, Australian Opal Inlay Necklace with Diamonds, 16" in length, pendant measure 2 inches in
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Graduated Welo Opal Nuggets Inlay Opal Toggle, Winnie Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Opals are my birthstone, so I have always had a soft spot for them because of their unique
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Morganite Ballet Pink Opal Inlay Toggle Choker Necklace, Dahlia V Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
. The blush pink Peruvian opal inlay toggle with abalone and opal, can be worn as a focal point on this
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Morganite, Opal, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Opal Inlay Triangle Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
" ​ ​Inlay: Opal Condition: Preowned, excellent
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Inlay Fish Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
" Inlay: Opal Pendant Length: 1.0" (with bail) x 0.75" Condition: Preowned, excellent
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Starfish Opal Inlay Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
" Inlay: Opal ​ ​Starfish Diameter: 0.80" x 0.80" ​ ​Pendant Length: 1.25" (with bail) Condition
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Twilight Ethiopian Opal Necklace, Titanium and 24K Gold Inlay by Zoltan David
By Zoltan David
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Embrace the ethereal beauty of the Twilight Ethiopian Opal necklace, a mesmerizing creation by the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 24k Gold, Stainless Steel, Titanium

Mystic Topaz Triangle Opal Inlay Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
" ​ ​Gemstone: Trillion Cut Mystic Topaz ​ ​Mystic Topaz Measurements: 8.8 mm x 8.8 mm Inlay: Opal Starfish
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dolphin Opal Inlay Diamond Eye Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
" Inlay: Opal ​ ​Diamond Count: 1 diamond Pendant Diameter: 1.00" x 0.70" Condition: Preowned, excellent
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal and Inlay Stone Circle Pendant
Located in New York, NY
mesmerizing Ethiopian opal at its center, surrounded by a vibrant array of inlay stones. The opal
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Vintage Sponge Coral and Fire Opal Inlay Pendant Zuni Reynetsa Leland
Located in Webster, SD
silver with a large sponge coral gemstone accented by an inlay of fire opal. Measurements: 1 5/8 by 3
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Late 20th Century North American Native American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Opal, Sterling Silver

Gin & Grace 14K Yellow Gold Inlay Opal Fancy Pendant with Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
Pendant. This Pendant is made of Inlay opal fancy free (4 Pcs) 0.13 Carat and Round-Cut Prong setting
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Color Sapphire, Tourmaline and Opal Inlay Vertical Pendant 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
sapphire gemstones, a captivating tourmaline, and encircled by a delicate inlay of blue opal, this piece
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Opa...

Goshwara Amethyst & Pink Gold Inlay Oval Pendant
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
This Amethyst & Pink Opal Inlay Oval Pendant in 18K Rose Gold is a stunning piece of jewelry from
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Sunrise Shaker Opal Inlay Necklace
By Jacquie Aiche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal and Lapis Inlay Necklace with Diamond Shaker Accents. Available in 14k Yellow, Rose or White
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

Moon and Eye Opal Inlay and Diamond Necklace
By Jacquie Aiche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal, Turquoise and Onyx Inlay Moon + Eye Opal Necklace with Diamond Accents and Pave Diamond
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Modern Opal and Black Onyx Inlay Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
This is a stunning pendant. The Opal sparkles and reflects light to really create an eye-catching
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20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Opal, Sterling Silver

14K Yellow Gold Pink Opal, Amethyst, And Diamond Horseshoe Necklace
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
The Pink Opal and Chrysoprase Inlay Manifest necklace imbues hope, love and attracts good fortune
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2010s North American Retro Link Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Opal, 14k Gold

The Jenny Dee Mermaid Necklace, Inlay, White Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Jenny Dee
Located in Geneva, CH
The Jenny Dee Mermaid Necklace 18kt yellow gold, Inlay with opals, onyx, mother of pearl – 0.48ct
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

14K Yellow Gold Small Opal, Emerald and Diamond Horseshoe Necklace
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
The Opal and Pink Opal Inlay Manifest necklace imbues love and hope. Opal inlay represents hope
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Turquoise, Sapphire and Diamond Horseshoe Necklace
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
The Turquoise and Pink Opal inlay Manifest necklace is a beacon for creativity, protection and
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2010s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Opal, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Sterling Silver Opal Inlay Graduated Collar Necklace and Dangle Earrings
Located in Bradford, Ontario
Sterling Silver Opal Inlay Graduated Collar Necklace and Dangle Earrings. This set comes with
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20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Luxe Turquoise Mother of Pearl Opal Inlay Choker Toggle Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
sterling silver inlay toggle was designed to be worn as a focal point of the necklace, but can certainly be
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21st Century and Contemporary American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Opal, Sterling Silver

James Kaufman Lapis Turquoise Opal Inlay Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Signed James Kaufman, Multi-stone Inlay of all natural lapis, turquoise and opal inlay, with one
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Aquamarine Morganite Heliodore Beryl Nuggets Inlay Opal Toggle Choker Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
light pastel necklaces in your jewelry armoire. The addition of a beautiful inlay opal toggle clasp
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Beryl, Morganite, Opal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Teme Sterling Silver Turquoise & Opal Inlay Pendant #20744
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Teme Sterling Silver Turquoise & Opal Inlay Pendant - This pendant by Teme features a light blue
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

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. The
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Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fei Liu Opal Inlay Amethyst Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
features a 18.6ct polished amethyst cabochon inlaid with a prismatic opal. The classic touch comes in form
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Round, Australian Opal Inlay Pendant with Diamond Detail, 14kt Gold by Kabana
By Kabana
Located in Bozeman, MT
Round, Australian Opal Inlay Pendant Necklace with Diamond, 14kt Gold, 16", 1/4" wide with diamond
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Vintage Seahorse Pendant 14 Karat Gold Black Opal Inlay Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed seahorse pendant, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Black opal doublets are
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kabana 2 Carat Oval Tanzanite and Opal Inlay Pendant in 14 Karat Gold
By Kabana
Located in Hicksville, NY
Metal Type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Weight: 5.5 grams Dimensions: 1 inch x 0.5 inch Diamond Details: Carat: 0.10 carat total weight Shape: Round Color: G Clarity: VS1 Tanzanite Deta...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Mother of Pear Discs and Gold with Stone Inlay Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
inch in diameter. Having a central 18K Yellow Gold Disk that is inlay set with Mother of Pearl and Opal
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Vintage 1980s American More Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold

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
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Faceted Chrysoprase Inlay Opal Toggle Choker Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Courtney II Necklace. Chrysoprase in recent years, has recently become the darling of the gem
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Chrysophrase, Opal, Sterling Silver

Blue Opal Mother of Pearl Inlay Choker Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
blue stones. The necklace is completed with a gorgeous gray-blue mother-of-pearl sterling silver inlay
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Opal, Sterling Silver

Luxe Lapis Choker Necklace Turquoise Opal Inlay Toggle - Lark Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
necklace. These highly coveted large stones are a stunning blue color, sprinkled with little freckles of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Aquamarine Morganite Nugget Choker Necklace Opal Inlay Toggle, Candie Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
nuggets (aquamarine and morganite) is paired with the addition of an equally delicious opal inlay toggle
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Opal, Aquamarine, Beryl, Morganite, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Aquamarine Rondelles Inlay Opal MOP Toggle Choker Necklace, Brynn V Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
to fresh spring greens. The opal and mother-of-pearl inlay marquise herringbone toggle clasp
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Morganite Beryl Pink Opal Inlay Toggle Choker Necklace, Dahlia IV Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
. The blush pink Peruvian inlay opal toggle can be worn as a focal point of this stunning necklace or
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Beryl, Morganite, Opal, Sterling Silver

Aquamarine Morganite Beryl Slices Opal Toggle Inlay Choker Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
mysterious colors. The addition of a stunning inlay opal toggle clasp - not only compliments the delicate
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Beryl, Morganite, Opal, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Naco Turquoise Choker Necklace Mother of Pearl Opal Inlay Toggle, Charlene III
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
and opal. Turquoise stones of this size are not only difficult to find, but the quality of these
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Adalynn 14K Yellow Gold Fancy-Cut Inlay Opal Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Pendant. This Pendant is made up of Fancy-Cut Cabochon setting Inlay Opal (4 Pcs) 0.13 Carat and Round-Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Inlay Gold Heart Pendant
Located in Vail, CO
Heart-shaped pendant with opal inlay mosaic, in 14k yellow gold. Pendant dimensions: 1.5 x 1".
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20th Century Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Golf Themed Natural Opal Inlay and Pearl Slide Pendant in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Daytona Beach, FL
Unique Golf Themed Natural Opal Inlay and Pearl Slide Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold Main Stone: Opal
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1990s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

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Natural Ethiopian Opal Bead Single Strand Necklace on Clearance Silver Clasp
Located in New York, NY
A great gift item Natural Opal single strand Bead Necklace with Silver Clasp 16" long 1 layers of Natural opal Beads These are natural smooth beads so has lots of shine and gla...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver

Necklace Moonstones Baroque Freshwater Pearl Topazes Beaded
Located in Vannes, FR
A sumptuous moon pearl necklace, a piece of jewelry that dazzles with its celestial beauty. Combining the softness of baroque freshwater pearls, the subtlety of peach moonstone and t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces

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Moonstone, Freshwater Pearl, Topaz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

53" Long Peruvian Pink Opal Necklace with 14 Karat Gold Details
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Sabrina Balsky Jewelry One of a kind Natural Peruvian Pink Opal Handmade Necklace with Pear shaped and tubular shaped Peruvian Opals with Natural Lustrous Baroque Freshwater Pink Pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Dalben Disc Bead Australian Opal Rose Gold Necklace
By Oreste Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design one of a kind hand crafted necklace composed of disc bead Australian opals and a 18 k rose gold closure. The necklace length is 18 inch ( 46 cm ) with a 18 k rose gol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Heart garnet Eternity Ring in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with heart natural garnets. Heart garnet eternity ring band. Valentines gift jewelry. Full circle of hearts. January birthstone ring. Heart Garnet gold ring. Love ring...
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2010s Turkish Modern Bridal Rings

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Garnet, 14k Gold

14k Gold Hummingbird Earings Studs with Rubies, Bird Stud Earrings with Gems
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Hummingbird Stud Earrings with colored gemstone. Bird earrings. Pear ruby earrings. Hummingbird earrings. Red bird earrings. Tropic bird earrings. We also have matching design penda...
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2010s Turkish Modern Stud Earrings

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Ruby, 14k Gold

Huggie Hoop Earrings with High Grade 5 Star Opal Inlay & Diamonds, 14 Karat Gold
By Kabana
Located in Bozeman, MT
Huggie-Hoop, Hinged Post Earrings, 5 Star, Opal Inlay, with Diamond Detail, 14kt Gold, Diamonds - .09ct All designs may be custom-ordered in many of Kabana’s stones, including: slee...
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2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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

Natural Opal Faceted Bead Single Strand Necklace on Sale 14 K Gold Lobster Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Natural Opal single strand Bead Necklace with heavy 14 Karat yellow gold clasp 17" long 1 layers of Natural opal Beads approximately 70 ct opal These are faceted beads so has lot...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Arts and Crafts 14k Opal Ring - 9.6 carats
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Measuring just shy of 1 inch, this enchanting Arts and Crafts era ring showcases a 9.6 carat opal with a mesmerizing display of rainbow-colored flecks. The opal is bezel-set in 14-ka...
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Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

VR Jewels Blue Sapphire Emerald Eternity Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Round cut emerald and blue sapphire eternity band ring in 18K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round s...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

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Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rhodochrosite Garnet Pearls Choker Necklace Druzy Pendant
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Rachelle Necklace - An explosion of pink, woodrose and garnet reds is exhibited by this cacophony of texture and color in this elegant cluster choker necklace. Each of the hundred...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Garnet, Vermeil

4.85 Carat Boulder Opal Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Australian boulder opal of strong blue and green color, accented with red flashes. 4.85ct freeform opal mounted in a handmade 22k yellow gold bezel and frame and accented with 13 ful...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Peach Moonstone Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
This necklace measures 18.5 inches (47 cm) in length and features smooth round beads ranging from 5 mm to 15 mm in size. The beads have a lovely, soft, and uniform peach tone with a ...
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Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces

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Moonstone

Fine Antique Edwardian Diamond Opal 14K Gold Reticulated Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Romantic antique Edwardian diamond, cabochon opal 14K gold reticulated bangle bracelet early 20th Century The elegant, complex floral and foliate motif, features sixteen round caboch...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 9 Carat Opal Bangle Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This bangle is modelled in 9carat gold and holds a total of 9 graduated opals. In between the bright and colourful opals there are sparkly diamond points. Fully hallmarked Sheffield ...
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1990s British Bangles

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Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold

High Grade Five Star Australian Opal Diamond Wavy Stacker Ring 14kt Yellow Gold
By Kabana
Located in Bozeman, MT
High Grade Five Star Australian Opal Diamond Wavy Stacker Ring 14kt Yellow Gold. Size 7. Custom sizes are available - please contact the gallery directly for special orders. All de...
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2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings

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Other, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

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Opal Inlay Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact opal inlay necklace 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, yellow gold and 14k gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 5 vintage editions and 23 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an opal inlay necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. An opal inlay necklace from Amy Y, Kabana and Karen Sugarman Designs — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An opal inlay necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 17 opal versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a cabochon iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for an opal inlay necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Opal Inlay Necklace?

On average, an opal inlay necklace at 1stDibs sells for $3,818, while they’re typically $300 on the low end and $48,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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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