Peruvian Opal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Hessonite, Opal, Amber, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Link Bracelets
Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Tiger's Eye, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Opal, Jasper, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Opal, Quartz, Hessonite, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Opal, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Opal, Quartz, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Spinel, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Spinel, Black Spinel, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Opal, Pearl, Rainbow Moonstone, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Opal, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Brooches
Opal, Gold, 15k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Silver
2010s Peruvian Modern Beaded Bracelets
Opal, 14k Gold
2010s Peruvian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Chrysocolla, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Opal, Quartz, Gold Plate
2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Peruvian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s Peruvian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
2010s Peruvian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Jade, Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Morganite, Opal, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Blue Sapphire, Palladium
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Vermeil
2010s European Modern Beaded Bracelets
Pink Sapphire, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Hessonite, Garnet, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Onyx, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Amber, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold-fil...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Opal, Peridot, Apatite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Quartz
2010s American Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Artisan Cocktail Rings
Onyx, Opal, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Natural Specimens
Crystal, Opal, Other
2010s American Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
White Diamond, Opal, Cultured Pearl, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Peruvian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Retro Bracelets
Opal, Stainless Steel
Singaporean More Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Other, Quartz, Freshwater Pearl, Opal, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
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Peruvian Opal For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Peruvian Opal?
The Legacy of Opal in Jewelry Design
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).
- Is a Peruvian opal a real opal?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, a Peruvian opal is a real opal, but it’s classified as a common opal rather than a precious opal. It’s the precious opal that’s known for it’s flashes of fire and brilliance. A common opal has a milky and pastel appearance. Find vintage and contemporary Peruvian opal jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.