Lovely single strand of chrysoprase and Peruvian blue opals w
Located in New Orleans, LA
This is a beautiful necklace of a mesmerizing intense green chrysoprase rondelles and pearls. A rhythm is created by the even spacing of color in this single strand necklace. Thick...
$871Sale Price|20% Off
Handmade 61" Blue Peruvian Opal Necklace with Pearls, Rainbow Moonstone Beads
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
One of a Kind Rare untreated 61" Long Peruvian Blue Opal Necklace with Lustrous Baroque Natural Freshwater Pearls interspersed with Rhodium Plated Sterling and Moonstone Focal Beads ...
Moonstone, Opal, Pearl, Rainbow Moonstone, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970's Peruvian Opal & Diamond 18k Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 1970's Floral Cocktail Ring Stunning Peruvian Blue Opal 3.20CT Brilliant Round Diamonds G-H Color VS-I Clarity The Top Measures 1 Inch in Diameter Built in Ring Guard t...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
11.89 Carat Peruvian Pink Opal Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace
By Brenda Smith
Located in Woodstock, GA
11.89 Carat Peruvian Pink Opal Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace, In Stock.
Opal, Blue Sapphire, Palladium
19-Inch Blue-Green Peruvian Opal Nugget Necklace by Aria Jewelry
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning **19-inch blue-green nugget Peruvian opal necklace**, a piece that beautifully captures the tranquil colors of tropical seas.
Opal, Silver
$358Sale Price|21% Off
AJD Blue/Green Real Peruvian Opals & Onyx Diamond Clasp Double Strand Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Magnificent double strand polished 16 inch long blue natural Peruvian Opal enhanced with black natural highly polished Onyx rondels and little glittering gem cut black Spinels with D...
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Spinel, Sterling Silver
Large Sleeping Beauty and Sapphire Beaded 14K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
Gemstones included in this beauty; • Sleeping beauty turquoise • Arizona turquoise • Tanzanite • Larimar • Afghan solalite • Lapis lazulli • Amazonite • Apatite • Aquamarine • Angel...
Turquoise, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
A.Jeschel Peruvian Blue Opal shard necklace.
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind A Peruvian Blue Opal Shard Necklace. Each opal shard boasts a mesmerizing array of rich colors, ranging from deep ocean blues to vibrant greens and occasional hints of...
Opal, Chrysocolla, Sterling Silver
Peruvian Opal, Vintage Watchband
By The Artemisian
Located in Marlton, NJ
The Peruvian blue opal has soft relaxing energies. Legend says that it takes the tension out of communication and helps ideas flow freely.
Opal, Stainless Steel
Rare Blue Green Peruvian Opals Teardrop Collar Necklace 18KT, 14KT Gold
Located in Newport Coast, CA
Natural Peruvian Opals Mixed colors Large Teardrop Necklace: 18KT and 14KT Gold.
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Multi-Strand Necklace: Peruvian Opal, Jasper, Pearl, and Gold
By White Orchid Studio
Located in Athens, GA
Meet "Sky Mountain," a three-strand, princess necklace of blue Peruvian opals, river stone jasper, and freshwater pearls.
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Other, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Venyx 18 Karat Gold Diamond Opal Emerald Colored Stone Moonshell Ring
By Venyx World
Located in London, GB
Ring sizes available: 49 and 52 Alternative sizes available on a made to order basis, with an estimated delivery time of 4-6 weeks) 18k Yellow Gold approx. 5.30gr, 1 White Opal 0.05...
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Chrysophrase, Citrine, Blue Diamond, Emerald, Garn...
Unavailable
H 0.71 in W 2.52 in
Venyx 18 Karat Gold Diamond Sapphire Colored Stone Moonshell Bangle Bracelet
By Venyx World
Located in London, GB
18k Yellow Gold 34.50gr, 1 Diamond 0.01ct, 1 White Opal 0.06ct, 5 Blue Topaz 0.42ct, 1 Blue Sapphire 0.03ct, 6 Rhodolites 0.65ct, 2 Chrysoprase 0.25ct, 1 Lavender Chalcedony 0.50ct, ...
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Chrysophrase, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, O...
Chantal Necklace - Peruvian Blue Opals
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
A simply elegant design of rosary linked smooth Peruvian Blue Opal rondelles with an asymmetrical antiqued filigree focal bead allows the true beauty of these stones to shine.
Opal, Gold Plate
Chrysoprase Coins Peruvian Blue Opal Kyanite Necklace, Molly II Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Intermittent stations of Peruvian blue opal smooth rondelles flanking rich cobalt blue kyanite faceted oval beads adds texture and color interest.
Chrysophrase, Opal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Peruvian Blue Opal Hexagon Setting 14K White Gold Engagement Ring AD1462-14
By Aurora Designer
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Peruvian Blue Opal Hexagon Setting 14K White Gold Engagement Ring AD1462-14 ♥ Solid 14k white gold ring set with a beautiful round-shaped opal ♥ Gorgeous blue color!
Opal, Gold, White Gold
3.95ct High Quality Peruvian Blue Opal with Moissanite Accent 9K Gold Pendant
By Aurora Designer
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ A solid 9K yellow gold pendant set with a high quality Peruvian blue opal with a moissanite milgrain accent ♥ The overall setting measures 13mm in width, 26.2mm in length, an...
9k Gold, Gold
1.5ct Hexagon Peruvian Blue Opal Diamond Sides 14K Gold Engagement Ring R6333
By Aurora Designer
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 1.5ct Hexagon Peruvian Blue Opal with Diamond Sides 14K White Gold Engagement Ring ♥ Solid 14k white gold ring set with a beautiful hexagon-shaped opal ♥ Gorgeous blue green color!
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
3.07 Carat Elongated Hexagon Peruvian Blue Opal Necklace 14k Gold R4397
By Aurora Designer
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Solid elongated hexagon-shaped blue Peruvian opal necklace ♥ The overall setting measures 4.7 mm in length, 35.8 mm in width, and is 3.4 mm thick ♥ The chain measures 20" in length...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Intaglio Griffin Pendant Rose Quartz Blue Peruvian Opal Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Delicate blush pink faceted rose quartz nuggets have been paired with accents of blue Peruvian opal nuggets to create a stunning backdrop - complimenting the generous and richly-col...
Opal, Quartz, Gold Plate
Rustic Blue and Tan Peruvian Opal Cube Necklace with Goldy Accents
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Fun and Funky highly polished blue and tan Peruvian Opal rustic necklace. These graduated beads, 13-22 MM, are each unique in color gradation and shape.
Opal, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
Moruga of Lima Set of Three Gold Stacking Rings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Featuring carved orange shell, blue hardstone (Peruvian opal), and rock crystal flowers, these rings have a breezy, chic style.
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Grey Baroque Cloud Pearl Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
This necklace looks great with Michael K.'s blue chalcedony, gray pearl and blue Peruvian opal drop earrings.
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Chrysoprase Oval Nuggets Peruvian Blue Opal Kyanite Necklace, Molly III
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Intermittent stations of Peruvian blue opal rondelles flanking rich cobalt blue kyanite faceted oval beads adds texture and color interest.
Chrysophrase, Opal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
39" Exceptional Australian translucent Chrysoprase Peruvian Blue Opals, Amethyst
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
One of a Kind handmade 39" Long beautiful quality faceted Australian Chrysoprase Necklace with Peruvian Blue Opal beads and Faceted Amethyst Rondelles.
Amethyst, Opal, Sterling Silver
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Petite Peruvian Blue Opal 22k Gold Pendant Necklace and Dangle Hoop Earring Set
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Petite Peruvian Blue Opal and 22k yellow gold pendant necklace and dangle hoop earring set.
Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Michael Kneebone Apatite Diamond Peruvian Blue Opal Dangle Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Suspended from the gems are brilliant cut diamonds along with acorn shaped and faceted blue opal drops (origin: Peru). The earring mounts are fabricated in 18k white gold and have p...
White Diamond, Opal, Quartz, 18k Gold
AJD Unique Natural RARE Peruvian Blue Opal & Apatite Silvery Clasp Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Naturally gently polished newly discovered exquisite blue real Peruvian Opals enhanced with brilliant blue natural Apatite polished chips.
Opal, Apatite
Peruvian Opal & Labradorite Long Earrings
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Quietly dramatic, these sinuous nine strands of light catching mystic labradorite hand linked chains are the perfect foil for the gorgeous petite Peruvian blue opal briolettes suspen...
Labradorite, Opal, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Gemjunky Vintage Inspired Blue 3 Strand Peruvian Opal Diamond Clasp Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This triple strand is set with a lovely easy to use gold plated sterling silver clasp inset with real tiny white diamonds. Peruvian Blue Opals have a gentle and relaxing energy.
Diamond, Opal, Gold Plate, Vermeil
Peruvian Opal Earrings in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
By Renate Exclusive
Located in Naples, NY
Peruvian blue opal is relatively rare and is only found in the Andes mountains near San Patricio, Peru.
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Michael Kneebone Blue Chalcedony Diamond Gray Pearl Blue Opal Dangle Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Cabochon blue chalcedony, white diamonds, gray pearls and Peruvian blue opals combine to create these dangle earrings.
Turquoise, Opal, and Amber Multi-Gemstone 22 Karat Gold Dangle Earrings
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Three tier, hand forged 22k yellow gold dangle earrings featuring Andalusite (3.7 ct), Opal (1.5 ct), Golden Hills Kazakhstan Turquoise (10.2 ct), Amber (7.0 ct), Australian Boulder ...
Amber, Opal, Turquoise, Multi-gemstone, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
AJD 28 Inch Blue Peruvian Opal Nugget Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Unique Blue Peruvian Opal Nugget Necklace with Hammered Sterling Silver Toggle Clasp Discover the beauty of this one-of-a-kind 28-inch blue Peruvian opal nugget necklace, featuring a...
Opal, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Rare Unique Handmade Blue Peruvian Opal Necklace With Gold Plated Clasp
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Smooth polish finish on these rare "blue" Peruvian Opals accented with chips of gemmy Madagascar Apatite set with a hammered gold plated clasp.
Opal, Gold Plate
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).