Faceted Opal
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Chrysophrase, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Artist Drop Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Onyx, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
20th Century Unknown Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Opal, Black Pearl, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Black Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Artisan Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chandelier Earrings
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s African Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Pearl, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Amethyst, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Artisan Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Artisan Stud Earrings
Amethyst, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Quartz, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Opal, Rock Crystal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings
Amethyst, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Artisan Stud Earrings
Opal, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Fire Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings
Amethyst, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings
Opal, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Early 2000s English Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Kyanite, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s American Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Vermeil, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, White Gold
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
2010s French Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, Paraiba, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings
Opal, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Black Opal, Mixed Metal
1990s American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s American Wedding Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold
2010s American Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Dangle Earrings
Garnet, Opal, Rhodolite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings
Emerald, Opal
Mid-20th Century Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
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Faceted Opal For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Faceted 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).