Victorian Revival Opal 14 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning High Prong Set Opal Ring. Set in 14K Gold. Prong set oval opal.
Antique 1890s Unknown Solitaire Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Revival Opal 14 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning High Prong Set Opal Ring. Set in 14K Gold. Prong set oval opal.
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 20k Yellow Gold Frame Opal Cameo Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This pendant features a detailed blue opal cameo set against a deep black background. The intricate carving showcases a profile with flowing hair and delicate features.
Opal, 18k Gold
Australian Solid Black Opal Diamond 18K Gold Pendant Blue Green
Located in SYDNEY, AU
The colour is bright and vivid, mixed with a charming blue and green. The opal is set in solid 18ct yellow gold frame with three diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fine Australian Opal Diamond Spiral Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bright flashes of predominantly red and orange cover the opal along with greens, blue, purples which really set this opal apart from the rest.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Art Deco Opal and 9 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This Superb art deco opal is set in 9ct yellow gold. The glossy and colourful stone is set in simple claws and has flashes of red orange and green.
Opal, Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Mexican Cantera Opal Pendant
Located in New York, NY
The opal is set in a polished 14k yellow gold bezel that enhances the warm tones of the stone while offering a secure and elegant frame.
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 4.13 carat opal diamond Paraiba tourmaline platinum necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A trillion cut Paraiba tourmaline weighing approximately 0.04 carat adds a vivid pop of electric blue-green, while nine round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.09 carat...
Diamond, Opal, Paraiba, Platinum
$320Sale Price|20% Off
Drop Opal & Diamond Pendant in 10k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Drop Opal & Diamond Pendant in 10k Yellow Gold Crafted in 10k yellow gold, this drop pendant features a prong-set white opal with a soft play of color.
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Opal Matrix Sterling Silver Fashion Ring
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This large opal matrix ring is set in a sterling silver mount, The asymmetrical slice shows a wonderful array of blues and some fluorescent red specs.
Opal, Sterling Silver
5.37 Carat Natural Fire Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 5.37 Carat Natural Fire Opal and 0.88 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
$3,830Sale Price|20% Off
Jelly Opal & Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Jelly Opal & Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold Crafted in 18k white gold, this ring features a large prong-set jelly opal with a soft translucent body and subtle play of color.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Australian Opal & Diamond Pendant
Located in San Francisco, CA
This beautiful natural opal is bezel set in a unique 18kt yellow gold pendant that features 5 diamonds set into the gold with star like designs engraved into the metal.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cocktail Opal & Diamond Ring in 14k yellow gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Cocktail Opal & Diamond Ring in 14k yellow gold This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features four prong-set opals arranged in a classic cocktail silhouette.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Halo Diamond Platinum 4.39 Carat Australian Black Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal is professionally set in between four Eagle Claw prongs, and is surrounded by 24 round prong set diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Antique 1930s 7.20ct Cabochon Cut Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The feature opal is set in relief to a border composed of twenty-six multi-claw set eight-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1930s by Seguso Italian Murano Opal Iridescent Glass Smoking Set
By Angelo Seguso
Located in Brescia, IT
Iridescent glass smoking set Perfect condition Measures: Ashtray Height 6 x diameter 18 cm Cigarette bowl height 10 x diameter 11 cm Matches bowl height 6 x diameter 6 cm.
Glass
Natural Diamond Opal Ring Cushion 18K Gold Estate
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Opal Ring Cushion 18K Yellow Gold Estate This estate ring is made in solid 18K Yellow Gold (stamped and guaranty) and set with genuine Opal and diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Artist Jewel Claude Wesel for Fernand Demaret Opal
By Fernand Demaret
Located in New York, NY
In Demaret signature, this striking modernist gold cocktail ring combines organic shapes with a finely set gemstone. The cabochon set white fire opal is an estimated 5.7 ct weight wi...
Opal, Fire Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2.70 Carat Black Opal Freeform Shape Bezel Set 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 2.70 carat natural black opal in a free-form bezel setting and 0.26 carat round brilliant diamond pave 18K white gold cocktail ring, showcasing a vivid full-spectrum play-of-...
Diamond, Black Star, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dalben Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Earrings
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18k rose gold matte finishing dangle earrings with 8 light blue bezel set Australian Boulder Opals weighing 12 carats.
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
10.60 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is complemented by 2.60 carats of baguette-cut diamonds set around the opal in a classic ballerina style adding brilliance and sparkle to the ring.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Opal Pink Sapphires Gold Ring Promise Wedding Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
A total of 1.07 carats of Sri Lankan round brilliant cut unheated Pink Sapphires are prong set and arranged around this Opal in a halo-cluster, creating a burst of intense pink hues.
Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18kt Gold Amazonite and Opal Drop Earrings
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
An eye-catching pair of 18k gold earrings with amazonite drops dangling from a paisley motif set with opal doublets. The paisley motif sits neatly on the earlobe covering the pierced...
Amazonite, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 4.70 Carat Black Opal 1.08 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring (1980)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage opal ring has been crafted in platinum. The pierced decorated, cluster design is ornamented with a feature 4.70ct cabochon cut opal panel,...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Giant Boulder Opal & Diamond Pendant Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
The opal is elegantly set in a finely crafted 14-karat gold frame, delicately adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds that enhance the stone’s natural fire without overpowering its beauty.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Steven Battelle 2.2 Carats Ethiopian Opal 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A flashing 8 x 11 mm Ethiopian opal cabochon is set in a matte-finish 18K bezel and then ornamented with "large/small jawan" granulation in this beautiful ancient inspired handmade p...
Opal, 18k Gold
$1,245Sale Price / item|30% Off
Black Opal Vitage Style Ring in 14 Karat Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
(depends from ring size) Set with opal , color - green, blue, red - multy.
Black Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
14K Yellow Gold Opal & Pearl Victorian Pin / Pendant
Located in Morris Plains, NJ
The elaborate scrollwork frame showcases six vivid blue round opals, each approximately 3mm, prong-set in a row along the center bar.
Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,440Sale Price|20% Off
Australian Opal Pendant Necklace Micro Set Diamond Pendant Necklace 14kt Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Australian opal pendant necklace with micro diamond setting in 14KT yellow gold.
9ct Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Bangle
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous opal and diamond hinge bangle is set with 11 precious round opal cabochons, each with a beautiful play of colour.
Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bjorn Weckstrom Lapponia Black Opal 14k Yellow Gold 1970's Vintage Necklace
By Bjorn Weckstrom
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous, Unique 14k Yellow Gold & Opal Necklace Features 14k Yellow Gold Thin Bar Chain w/ Human Figurine Pendant Features Bezel-Set Black Opal Behind Figurine Pendant Wight = 15 ...
Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2.09 Carat Opal and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The opal is flanked on either side by a total of ten individually claw set, graduated tapered baguette cut diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Australian Opal Pink Sapphire Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This futuristic pendant features a 30 carat Australian opal bezel set in the center of this pendant. The luscious Australian opal is accented by 0.51 carats of princess cut pink sapp...
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Opal and 9 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This Superb art deco opal is set in 9ct yellow & white gold. The glossy and colourful stone s set in simple claws.
Opal, Gold
Victorian Opal and Ruby 9 Carat Gold Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous bracelet is modelled in 9carat gold and has plenty of details. The panel is set with four opals and six rubies. The rubies measure 4pts each.
Opal, Ruby, Gold
Boulder Opal 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men’s Cufflinks
Located in Miami, FL
Showcasing a pair of rectangle prong-set boulder opals, weighing approximately, 21.70 carats.
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Opal Necklace with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Limited edition This 18-inch allurement is rendered with an opal of approximately 1.5 carats, set in 18 karat yellow gold and beckoned by 0.12 carats of gleaming diamonds.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Nouveau 14K Gold and Opal Cabochon Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Art Nouveau stickpin In 14 karat gold. With a bezel-set opal cabochon to the center of a flowing stylized ribbon setting.
Opal, 14k Gold
14k Yellow Gold 16.61ct Opal and 0.25ctw Diamond Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold 16.61ct Opal and 0.25ctw Diamond Earrings Style: Bezel-Set Opal and Diamond Earrings Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 0.25ctw of natural roun...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Opal Glass and Brass Set of Three Sconces, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-Century Opal Glass and Brass Set of Three Sconces, 1960s, Italy Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamps Lamp is in very good condition.
Brass
Antique 24.66Ct Oval Cut Opal and 9.81Ct Diamond Platinum Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This antique boxed opal bracelet is exceptional quality, set with a stunning white opal displaying a scintillating play of color and presence.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
7-across Opal & Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
7-across Opal & Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold This ring is crafted in 18k white gold and features prong-set mexican fire opal, with an engagement & 7-across design.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Lightning Ridge Australian Solid Black Opal Diamond 18k Gold Ring
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Securely bezel-set, the opal is encircled by a scalloped halo of twelve generously sized, sparkling diamonds — amplifying its brilliance and beautifully enhancing the natural allure ...
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dark Opal Pink Sapphires gold ring Engagement Azalea Flower
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
A total of 1.07 carats of Sri Lankan round brilliant cut unheated pink Sapphires are prong set and arranged around this Opal in a halo-cluster, creating a burst of intense pink hues.
Opal, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,750Sale Price|20% Off
Solitaire Ring in Rose Gold with Opal
By Cristina Cipolli Jewellery
Located in London, Richmond
Modern ring in rose gold, set with opal, a gemstone which stimulates creativity and strengthens memory.
Opal, Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Ring with Garnets and Opals
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This vintage 18K yellow gold ring features an elegant vertical arrangement of two deep red garnets accented by two small opals. The gemstones are set on a sculptural, textured gold b...
Garnet, Opal, 18k Gold
Louis Comfort Tiffany Opal and Filigree Stick Pin
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in Riverdale, NY
Louis Comfort Tiffany Opal and Filigree Stick Pin. Cabochon opal bezel set within a filigree frame of platinum openwork, set on a yellow gold 18k shaft.
Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Superb Art Deco Black Opal Diamond Ring, circa 1935
Located in London, GB
Art Deco black opal and diamond ring. Set with a marquise shaped cabochon natural unenhanced black opal in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 3.53 carats, encomp...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage 0.68 Carat Opal and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Such examples set with an opal are rare and becoming increasingly difficult to locate.
Opal, Yellow Gold
Luminous Opal & Diamond Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Luminous Opal & Diamond Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a prong-set opal at the center, framed by a sparkling halo of round diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dalben Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
By Oreste Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18k yellow gold matte finishing dangle earrings with 2 bezel set Australian Boulder Opals weighing 23 carats.
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 2.50 Carat Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Each diamond is encircled by six individually set cabochon cut opals, completing the cluster designs.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dalben Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Dangle Earrings
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18k rose gold matte finishing dangle earrings with six violet - green bezel set Australian Boulder Opals weighing 17,6 carats.
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Dalben Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
By Oreste Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18k yellow gold semi lucid finishing dangle earrings with six blue - green bezel set Australian Boulder Opals weighing 9,6 carats.
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lightning Ridge Australian Solid Black Opal Diamond 18ct Gold Scallop Ring
Located in SYDNEY, AU
This precious opal is securely bezel-set and surrounded by a scalloped halo of twelve generously sized, dazzling diamonds that maximize sparkle and perfectly complement the stone's v...
Opal, Black Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Amulette XS Pink Opal and Diamond Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in London, England
It is centrally set with a round brilliant-cut diamond in a bezel setting, accompanied by translucent soft pink opal.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 9-Stone Opal Ring in 10k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Vintage 9-Stone Opal Ring in 10k Yellow Gold This vintage ring is crafted in 10k yellow gold and features a prong-set oval crystal opal at the center, surrounded by eight smaller cr...
Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 4.83 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Ring by Meghna Jewels
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
The stone exhibits strong contrast and lively color movement, creating a dynamic and ever-changing visual presence highly prized among fine black opals. The opal is set within a bol...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Victorian Opal, Diamond and Gold Crescent Brooch, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
A Victorian opal crescent moon brooch, set with oval opal cabochons, graduating in size, with old mine-cut diamonds set between the outer edge of the opals, with a plain inner curve,...
Diamond, Opal, Gold
Vintage 1950s Opal 14k Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in South Pasadena, CA
And it’s unusual to see it set with opals. What a versatile brooch pendant!
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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).