1.27 Carat Black Opal and 0.70 Carat Diamond Platinum Trilogy Ring Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The pierced decorated setting displays a feature 1.27ct oval cabochon cut black opal, four claw set in relief.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$7,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
White & Black Diamond Stud Earrings Opal Gemstone 14 Karat Rose Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Elevate your jewelry collection with these striking white and black diamond stud earrings, adorned with opal gemstones and set in luxurious 14 karat rose gold. Each element of these ...
Opal, Black Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Australian Solid 1ct Black Opal Signet Ring 14K Gold Blue Green Size M.5 / 6.5
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A magnificent Australian opal signet ring displaying beautiful deep royal blue & green colours, in a 14ct yellow gold setting. This beautiful vintage piece, crafted in the 1980s, is ...
Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18K White Gold AGL Australian Multi Colored Black Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Bezel Set in 18 Karat White Gold with: One (1) natural, oval-shaped, cabochon cut black opal: Species: Natural Opal Variety: Natural Black Opal Geographic Origin: Australia Measure...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
“Art Deco Temple” Australian Semi-Black Crystal Opal Diamond Pendant 18ct Gold
Located in SYDNEY, AU
The Art Deco Temple pendant celebrates architectural elegance and extraordinary colour. At its centre, a 0.75ct solid Australian semi-black crystal opal displays a captivating play o...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 18K Gold & Palladium AGL Australian Black Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Prong Set in Palladium with: One (1) natural, oval-shaped, cabochon cut black opal: Species: Natural Opal Variety: Natural Black Opal Geographic Origin: Australia Measurements: 12....
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Palladium
$12,480Sale Price / set|20% Off
White & Black Diamond Stud Earrings Opal Gemstone 18 Karat Rose Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Crafted with precision and attention to detail, these stud earrings exude understated glamour and charm. The warm tones of the rose gold setting complement the ethereal beauty of the...
Diamond, Opal, Black Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Natural Black Opal 6.23 carats and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA certified Natural Black Opal 6.23 ct and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum Natural certified Black Opal Ring features a center Oval Cabochon Black Opal with flashes of Green, Y...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
GIA Certified 8.69 Carat Cabochon Black Opal & Diamond in Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA-certified 8.69 carat oval cabochon black opal with no color treatment and 1.78 carat total weight baguette diamond ballerina halo in platinum 900 cocktail ring.
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
6.50 Carat Natural Black Cabochon Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Opal and diamond ring. Translucent silvery black natural oval opal with flashes of green, blue, yellow and orange in a platinum setting with 6 emerald cut accent diamonds. 1 oval c...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
$640Sale Price|20% Off
Black Opal Green Turquoise Blue Sapphires Green Enamels Diamonds Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these unique art deco style earrings we have the upper parts composed by 2 Black Opal oval cabochon 10mm x 12mm, in the central parts we have a pair of 14 kt gold elements ,14 fu...
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Black Opal, Gold, Enamel
Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Solid 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, is one...
Opal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Platinum Black Opal and 2.5ct Diamond Ballerina Ring, 2.55 ct, Circa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A 2.55 carat oval cabochon black opal commands the center of this ballerina-style ring, its dark body tone throwing vivid flashes of blue and green play-of-color that shift with ever...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
White Opal Grape Diamond Blue Sapphire Black Enamel Vintage Style Drop Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
(approx. in total) Backing: Push Back Drop Gemstones Type: Opal Shape: Oval Grape Weight: 26.20 Carat (approx. total weight) Accent Gemstones Type: Blue Sapphire Shape: French Cut S...
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
$1,714Sale Price|50% Off
Dark Opal Silver Ring 1.7 carat certificate gift mens jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural dark Opal Opal gemstone origin - Australia opal measurements - 8 x 9.40 mm weight of Opal 1.71 ct ring weight - 4.9 grams ring size - 8 1/2 US, diameter 18....
Black Opal, Opal, Silver
Antique Edwardian Australian Black Opal Doublet Flower Bow Pendant in 9ct Gold
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A superb and delicate Edwardian pendant, circa early 20th century, centering a large Australian natural opal doublet displaying vibrant flashes of electric blue and vivid green play-...
Opal, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$7,427Sale Price|50% Off
Navy Blue Australian Opal ring silver Statement gift for friend anniversary
Located in Berlin, DE
Big silver ring with natural Black Opal weight of the Opal - 21.10 carat size of the ring - 9 US, diameter 19 mm, N 20, 60 circumference ring weight - 15 grams stone measurements - ...
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
Natural Black Opal Stone 1.06 cts in Platinum Ring with Diamonds with GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite ring features a stunning oval-shaped natural black opal, measuring 8.86 x 5.54 x 3.76 mm and weighing 1.06 carats.
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian c1920's Semi-Black Crystal Opal, Old-Cut Diamond, 15K Gold Bar Brooch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with refined elegance this stunning Bar Brooch is dating from Edwardian circa 1920's period, yet it's in beautiful condition ~~ Of lovely bar design, it centers a bezel...
Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold, Platinum
Vintage GIA Certified Black Opal Mixed Cut Diamond Halo 14K Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Cut: Oval, Double Cabochon Origin: Natural Black Opal Measurements: 13.75 x 11.11 x 5.55 mm GIA Certified: 2235446912 Side Stones Details: Type: Diamonds Cut: 14 Round Diamonds, 2 ...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$560Sale Price / item|20% Off
2 Black Opal Cabs 14k Gold Diamonds Green Turkmenistan Turquoise Drops Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elegant and completely handmade Earrings consisting of an upper part of 2 oval shape Natural Black Opal cabs of 5 mm x 7 mm set together in 14 Kt white gold with a small diamond in...
Diamond, Turquoise, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Important 7.50 Carat Lightning Ridge Opal Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
For she who wishes to possess only the finest examples, we offer this magnificent opal and diamond ring. Opals from the lightening ridge mine are known for their exceptional properti...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold Bezel Boulder Opal w/ Diamond Long Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Long Oval / Pear Shape - Bezel Set - Black w/ Play of Colors- 20.5x5.6mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - P...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL 18.92 Carat Black Opal with 25.94 Carat Tsavorite and Diamonds in Platinum
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
Pendant Detail: 18.92 Carat Oval Double Cabochon Australlian Black Opal *AGL Report # 1105700 - image attached to listing 8.30 Carat Trillion Cut Tsavorite Garnet 1.20 Carat Ma...
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Platinum
Exceptional 11.95 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Design Collection Metal- 90% Platinum, 21.20 Grams. Stones- Oval Australian Black Opal 11.95 Carats, 18 Round F-G Color VS1 Clarity Diamonds 2.00 Carats.
AGL 10.99 Carat Black Opal Ring with 4.36 Cts Tsavorite and Diamond in Platinum
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
Gemstone Detail: 10.99 Carat Oval Cabochon Australian Black Opal *AGL Report # 1105701 2.77 Carats Tsavorite Garnets - 2 Pear-shape and 6 Round Brilliant in profile of rin...
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Platinum
Floating Black Opla Star Ruby Open Shank Toi et Moi Ring Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Supreme open ring mismatched pair of Star Ruby and Australian Black Opal oval, mounted in this exclusive yellow-gold ring.
Ruby, Star Ruby, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$5,897Sale Price|40% Off
9, 829 18KT Gold Rare 7CT Fancy Glittering Princess Cut Sapphire Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Beautiful Rare Important 18KT Gold Deco Style Sparkling Princess Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet. FEATURING Magnificent Rare Gorgeou...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Rare Louis Comfort Tiffany Citrine Brooch
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Overall the form and colours show a clear vision and a harmonious interplay between gold and gemstone. "Oval filigree brooch with an oval Australian black opal at the centre and a r...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,950
Platinum Black Opal Ring
Located in Sarasota, FL
Indulge in the luxurious beauty of our Platinum Black Opal Ring. This exquisite piece features a mesmerizing black opal, radiating with captivating hues, set in a sleek platinum band...
Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
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).