Peacock Dream Australian Opal Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Peacock-Inspired Australian Opal Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold.
Tsavorite, Sapphire, Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$946Sale Price / item|44% Off
Peacock Feather Opal 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Peacock Feather Opal 14k gold ring. MultiColored Opal Open Ring.
Opal, 14k Gold
Georgian Era Peacock Brooch Opal Ruby Emerald Diamond & Sapphire
Located in Montgomery, AL
This brooch is so intricate and thought out! He is accented by an array of gemstones, including a hidden sapphire behind the head! Brooch Details Material: 14K Gold & Silver Top Era...
Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
18k Gold Australian Opal Diamond & Paraiba Tourmaline Dual Peacock Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Australian Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Base w/ Green, Orange & Red Nice Play of Colors -12.3x8.6mm (approx.) (6) Natural Genuine D...
White Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
C1910 18K Lightening Ridge Australian Single Stone Peacock Feather Opal Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
This exquisite vividly colored opal is known as a Black Opal or “Peacock Feather” opal from Lightening Ridge, Australia.
Opal, 18k Gold
Silvorra 925 Silver Moonlit White Opal & Diamond Peacock Plume Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This striking 10.9 Carat opal and diamond moonlit brooch pendant is meticulously crafted in 925 sterling silver. The captivating gemstone at center measures approximately 18 x 13 mm,...
Diamond, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Solid Gold Opal Emerald Garnet Pink Blue Sapphire Peacock Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– Numerous Natural Genuine Opal, Emerald, Garnet, Pink & Blue Sapphire - Round Faceted & Cabochon Cut - Multi Prong Set - Multi Colors Material: 14k Yellow Gold w/ Multi Co...
Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, ...
Opal Emerald Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Peacock Brooch in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Radiating regal glamour with an Art Deco twist, this magnificent brooch showcases a breathtaking oval 8.45-carat opal, alive with iridescent color play. Flanked by royal symmetrical ...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victor Mayer Ring Peacock Opal White Enamel 18k Yellow Gold 8 Diamonds 0.16 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Peacock Opal White Enamel Ring in 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds Ring Peacock 18k YG, vitreous enamel, 8 diamonds total 0.16 ct, G VS brilliant cut, rubellite Reference:...
Diamond, Opal, Rubelite, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Silvorra 23.32ct Multi Gem Peacock Silver Brooch Pendant with Diamond Detailing
Located in New York, NY
This captivating 23.32 carat opal, blue sapphire, ruby and diamond peacock brooch pendant is crafted in 925 sterling silver, designed with an elegant sculptural silhouette inspired b...
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Opal, Multi-gemstone, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver
Vintage Casbah Multi Gemstone and Diamond Peacock Brooch/Pendant 17 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
From the celebrated atelier of Casbah, this magnificent peacock brooch/pendant is a testament to the art of fine jewelry.
Coral, Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, ...
Alfred Philippe for Trifari Fruit Salad Peacock
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Alfred Philippe for Trifari pave and blue and white opal fruit salad rising peacock in flight. Of rhodium plated base metal, crystal rhinestone pave and key stone baguettes, small ru...
Rhodium, Base Metal, Enamel
Louis Comfort Tiffany Black Opal and Plique a Jour Brooch
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in Riverdale, NY
Large peacock Black Opal round measuring .75" x 5/8" is surrounded by 2 galleries of scrolls with milky plique a jour enamel in the palest blue to highlight the firey tones within t...
Opal, 18k Gold
American Arts and Crafts Sterling and Opal Letter Opener
Located in New York, NY
Hand made with oval bezel set peacock opal surrounded by hand raised leaves and silver shot work, all set on a boomerang shaped base. 5.5" long.
Gold Diamond Tanzanite Doublet Opal Peacock Earrings
Located in Findikli, Beyoglu
18 Karat Gold 0.29 Ct. Diamond, 51.25 Ct. Tanzanite, 9 Ct. Doublet Opal Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 83 in W 65 in D 2 in
Maple Wood Sculpture Turquoise Ruby Opal Topaz Citrine Garnet Inlay Danna Weiss
By Danna Weiss
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Its inlays include Blue Topaz, Citrine, Garnet, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Moonstone, Ruby, Pyrite and Calcite Clusters, Vandanite, Tourmalinated Quartz, Hematite, Peacock Ore, Blue ...
Rock Crystal, Pyrite, Stone, Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Quartz, Multi-ge...
Art Nouveau Gold and Opal Peacock Feather Hinged Bangle
Located in New York, NY
An Art Nouveau 18 karat gold and opal peacock feather hinged bangle with French importation marks.
Opal, 18k Gold
Opal Diamond Gold Peacock Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
18 karat yellow gold opal and diamond peacock featuring 17 pear shape fire opals weighing approximately 3.10cts accented by 57 mix cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.40cts.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Peacock 10K Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Floral Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian Peacock 10K Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Floral Ring.
Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Peacock Ring of 14k Gold by Walton & Co.
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An exceptional Art Nouveau ring (circa 1905), designed as a graceful peacock crafted in 14 karat gold, its sweeping form wrapped around a luminous black opal.
Garnet, Opal, 14k Gold
CHARLES ROBERT ASHBEE A Highly Important Guild of Handicraft Peacock Brooch
By Charles Robert Ashbee
Located in London, GB
This Ashbee peacock pendant is extremely rare because of the unusual colour combination of the opals, enamel and peridot
Opal, Peridot, Gold, Silver
Vintage Murano Mouth Blown White glass peacock Egg Lamp, Italy 1970s
Located in København, DK
Vintage Murano egg lamp that can be used as a table lamp Mouth blown in white opal glass with peacock pattern in a beautiful oval shape like an egg and is therefore known as ''egg la...
Murano Glass
Natural Boulder Opal and Indicolite Tourmaline Pendant in Yellow Gold, 63 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The larger opals have gorgeous violet and peacock blues swirled in coffee-colored matrix, while the smaller opals display lighter greens and blues.
Opal, Tourmaline, Indicolite, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Pretty Pink Opal Peacock Gold Carved Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Pretty Pink Opal Peacock Carved Ring in 18K Yellow Gold is studded with white & black Diamond handcrafted lace work around and on shank.
Black Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 7.09 in Dm 7.88 in
TABARRO Small & Medium in PEACOCK GREEN + OPAL centerpiece PEACOCK GREEN + Pink
By Salviati, Alberto Lago
Located in Venezia, IT
Tabarro small pecock green+ opal Tabaro medium peacock green+ opal Tabarro centerpiece peacock green+ pink All down part in peacock green Up part in opal for medium and small Pink u...
Glass
18kt Yellow Gold Australian Opal Pendant
Located in San Francisco, CA
The Australian opal displays lovely peacock play of color exhibiting vibrant blues and greens throughout.
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Incredible Etruscan Black Opal Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Very Fine 1950's Etruscan Revival Australian Black Opal Diamond Brooch / Pendant featuring an open frame stylized knotted bow design centrally set with two black opals exhibiting a ...
Opal, Diamond, 22k Gold
LB Sterling Silver vintage brooch Hobe earring concha Peacock pearls necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB offers a sterling Silver vintage engraved brooch with an antique Hobe sterling silver earring as the centerpiece of this highly unusual necklace. It’s a handmade one of a kind St...
Opal, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sterling Silver
Sold
H 0.25 in W 1.12 in L 6.5 in
Rare Vintage Black Opal Dial Ladies Piaget Watch w/3.85ct Diamond Bezel, 1970s
By Piaget
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This expertly crafted vintage Swiss ladies Piaget dress watch features a vibrant natural, oval shaped black "Peacock Opal" dial. This rare dial possesses every quality that is prized...
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Black Opal Diamond Gold Abstract Ring
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
An abstract vintage ring featuring a exquisite black boulder opal that exhibits deep, iridescent peacock greens and blues.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Certified Princess Sumair, the Gems of the Royal Peacock, Gemstone Ring / 14K
Located in Rancho Mirage, CA
Princess Sumair Designer Ring - fully hallmarked (Franklin mint) Hallmarks: ©1988 FM 14K 585 The Gems of The Royal Peacock Ring, circa 1988 NEW OLD STOCK Opal, Emerald and Blue S...
Emerald, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Australian 5.03ct Black Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
Fall in love at first sight and forever with "Golden Peacock" black opal ring. This one-of-a-kind black opal (5.03ct) from Lightning Ridge displays an arresting pattern of warm blues...
Opal, Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Gold Icy Diamond and Doublet Opal Peacock Earrings
Located in Findikli, Beyoglu
18 Karat Rose Gold 0.40 Carat Icy Diamond and 14,89 Carat Doublet Opal Peacock Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
3.82 Carat Black Opal with Paraiba Tourmaline Peacock Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Dianna Rae Jewelry
Located in Lafayette, LA
3.82 Carat Black Opal with Paraiba Tourmaline Peacock Ring in 18K Yellow Gold Truly inspired by nature, this captivating rare 3.82 carat black opal has a natural play of colors that...
Opal, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Long Amethyst, Opal, Blue Topaz and Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Erin Mac Jewelry
Located in Menlo Park, CA
For the love of color there is nothing more exquisite than the tail of a Peacock! These have Opal, Blue Topaz, Purple Amethyst and Green Amethyst sprinkled with diamonds in white gold.
Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Topaz, 14k Gold
Plume Australian Opal Ring in Gold with Sapphires and Diamonds by NIXIN Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking boulder opal in peacock hues flashes from this Australian Opal Ring.
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow G...
$1,050
Opal Opulence Ring!
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Bring color into your life! Vintage ring with a beautiful opal doublet. Materials: 14k Weight: 6g Size: 6.75 Stone: 19.3 x 11.5
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$845
W 1.26 in D 0.54 in L 2.62 in
Silvorra 925 Silver Peacock Motif 23.5ct Multi Gem Brooch Pendant with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This ornate 23.5 carat multi gem peacock brooch pendant is crafted in 925 sterling silver, showcasing a striking blend of Art Nouveau inspired elegance and regal motif design. Design...
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Silver
Australian Boulder Opal Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fun and stylish gold ring featuring a fine 8.09 carat Australian opal! The opal is a natural boulder opal and has great play-of-color as is shows a dazzling array of blues and gree...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Trillion Cut Diamond Opal Ring Platinum
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Trillion Cut Diamond Opal Ring Platinum This estate ring is made in solid Platinum and set with genuine Opal and diamonds. The center Earth mined Opal measures 14mm x 10mm (...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
5.85 Ct Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.85 Carats Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring Amazing play of colors opal. Pictures don't show the beauty of the opal. Total Natural Opal Weig...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Victorian 2.30 Carat Opal and 2.54 Carat Diamond Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 2.30 carat opal and 2.54 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Emerald and Opal, Yellow Gold, Three Locket Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, original antique Victorian 0.24 carat emerald and opal 15 karat yellow gold three locket necklace; part of our diverse antique pendant collection...
Emerald, Opal, 15k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Dune Opal Ring Gold Precious Opal Gemstone Wedding Gift Unisex Jewelry Rainbow
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
"Dune" - 14K yellow gold ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal weight - 14 carats stone measurements - 0.16 х 0.55 х 0.87 in / 4 х 14 х 22 mm ring weight - 7.45...
Opal, Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$1,120Sale Price|20% Off
Australian Opal Shell Pendant with Emerald & 14k Gold
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Australian Opal Shell Pendant Australian Boulder Opal, Zambian Emerald & 14k Gold Carved Australian Boulder Opal with center 4mm square emerald. This one-of-a-kind pendant me...
Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold
Dalben Australian Opal Diamond Gold Millerighe Ring
By Oreste Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design Opal ring with an Australian Opal weight 3,58 carat and 18 white round brillant cut Diamonds weight 0,51 carats mounted in 18 kt "millerighe" handmade engraved white g...
White Diamond, Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
$825Sale Price / item|44% Off
Black opal 14k gold ring.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal 14k gold ring. Rainbow opal ring. Cabochon opal ring. Vintage opal ring. Ethiopian Opal Engagement Ring. Art-deco opal ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.45 g. depends fr...
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
$946Sale Price / item|44% Off
Opal Cocktail 14k Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Yellow Oval opal ring. 14k gold ring with Opal. Minimalist opal ring. Opal engagement ring. Opal promise ring. Multicolor gemstone ring. Opal jewelry. Opal vintage ring. Opal and di...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Genuine Emerald Diamond & Tourmaline Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in GOES, NL
This statement pendant showcases a rare and captivating pink tourmaline, zambian emeralds, diamonds and natural pearls, all celebrated for their remarkable natural colour transition ...
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,204Sale Price / item|30% Off
Black Opal Vitage Style Ring in 14 Karat Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal vitage style ring in 14 karat gold. Ethiopian opal cabochon ring. October Birthstone opal ring. Multicolor opal ring. Material: 14 karat gold Weight: 2.6 - 3 g. (depends...
Black Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$860Sale Price / item|50% Off
Oval cab opal ring in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Oval cab opal ring in 14k gold. Floral design ring with opal. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) - opal 8x6 mm, oval cab cut, colorless. Colorl...
Topaz, Opal, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Dalben Oval Australian Opal Yellow Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k yellow gold satin finishing ring with a 1,5 carat bezel-set oval shape Australian opal . Ring size US 6 1/2 - EU 53 re-sizable to most finger sizes. Bezel settin...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Charles Boutet de Monvel Art Nouveau Peacock Pendant
Located in London, GB
A beautiful documented Art Nouveau Peacock pendant by Charles Boutet de Monvel. The mirrored image of the bird creating a heat shaped pendant. Gilded silver, pique-à-jour enamel, rub...
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Silver
$39,500
W 0.25 in D 0.15 in L 17.5 in
Majestic 52 Carat Intense Purple Brazilian Amethyst & Diamond 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Tustin, CA
Magnificent, very majestic and opulent in real life, huge natural intense purple Brazilian Amethyst and diamond necklace is prong set in 18 karat white gold and has a combined total ...
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...
Colombian Emerald 14.00 carats and Diamond Ring, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Colombian emerald and diamond ring. Set to centre with a rectangular emerald-cut natural Colombian emerald with minor oil in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 1...
Emerald, Platinum
1925s Art Deco 2 Carat Emeralds 2.20 Carat Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum. Sublime art deco ring, its entire platinum setting is closed set on its top with a Colombian emerald- cut emerald and an antique- cut diamond. This duo of gems is s...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$1,238Sale Price|44% Off
Size: 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown (The corset shown on some images is not included ) Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine all...
Opal, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Opal 7.57 carats, Blue Sapphire 14.43 carats and Diamond 1.0 carat Necklace set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 5.0 cm Length: 51.0cm Total Weight: 37.1 grams "We first opened d...
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
$1,892Sale Price / item|44% Off
Black Opal and Diamonds Ring in 14k Gold. Gold Ring with Opal
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal and diamonds ring in 14k gold. Genuine opal ring. Gold ring with opal Metal: 14k solid gold Weight: 2.4 g (depends from size) Main stone - opal, black with color play, o...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold
$946Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k Gold Ring with Opal, Diamonds and Peridots
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with natural opal, diamonds and peridots. October birthstone ring. 14k solid gold Weight: 2.5 g. depends from size Central stone: Natural opal Cut: Oval caboc...
Diamond, Opal, Peridot, 14k Gold
$946Sale Price / item|44% Off
Opal Spiral Ring, Oval Cabochon Opal Ring, Opal Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Opal spiral ring. Oval cabochon Opal ring. Opal gold ring. 14k gold ring with Opal. Minimalist Opal ring. Opal engagement ring. October Birthstone Ring. Opal Vintage ring. Opal Daint...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
$946Sale Price / item|44% Off
Opal and Diamonds 14k Gold Ring. Round Halo Opal Gold Ring!
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Halo Opal Ring with Diamonds in 14 Karat Gold. Opal gold ring. Opal engagement ring. Round opal ring. October birthstone opal ring. Everyday opal ring. 14k gold ring with opal. Opal...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
$946Sale Price / item|44% Off
Black Opal 14k Gold Ring, Multicolor Opal Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Round opal 14k gold ring. Opal engagement ring. Opal Geometric ring. Genuine opal ring. Opal vintage ring. October birthstone ring. Opal solitaire ring. Opal wedding ring. Woman opa...
Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold
$1,892Sale Price / item|44% Off
Black Opal, Sapphires, Peridots 14k Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal, sapphires, peridots, topazs 14k gold ring. Genuine opal ring. Opal 14k gold cocktail ring. Multicolor gold ring. Metal: 14 karat gold. Weight: 3.5 gr (depends from size...
Topaz, Black Opal, Sapphire, Peridot, Opal, 14k Gold
2008 Vintage Versace Embellished White Long Dress Gown 42 - 6
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
2008 VERSACE DRESS Precision tailoring and streamlined silhouettes have made Versace a red carpet favorite. This gorgeous white dress is cut from lightweight crepe and finished wit...
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).