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Creator: J DAUPHIN
Gemstone: Opal
Opal Medal Necklace Virgin Mary Black Pearl Long Chain Bronze Gold Filled
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Medal Necklace Virgin Mary Black Pearl Long Chain Bronze Gold Filled 24" J Dauphin Made in Los Angeles. This piece is made to order and need 2-4 Weeks to be completed
Category

2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Medal Chain Necklace Sacred Heart Sterling Silver Black Pearl Tourmaline Opal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Chain Necklace Sacred Heart Sterling Silver Black Pearl Tourmaline Opal The Sacred Heart (also known as the Sacred Heart of Jesus) has one of the deepest meanings in the Roma...
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2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Tourmaline, Black Pearl, Opal, Chrysophrase, Sterling Silver, Silver, Go...

Heart Opal Chain Ring 14K Gold J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Opal Chain Ring 14K Gold J Dauphin Made in Los Angeles Last two images show same style with different gems, Emerald and Tanzanite Available for imm...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

Egyptian Opal Bead Necklace Medal Virgin Mary Aquamarine Bronze Choker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal Bead Necklace Medal Virgin Mary Aquamarine Bronze Choker 16" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Opal beads are r...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Opal Ruby Snake Bangle Arm Cuff Bracelet Statement Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Ruby Snake Bangle Arm Cuff Bracelet Statement Bronze J Dauphin Hand made in Los Angeles Last two images show two different versions of the same style. Available for immediate ...
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2010s American Romantic Opal Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Opal, Bronze

Rainbow Cuff Bangle Bracelet Chakra White Diamond Emerald Ruby Sapphire Opal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Statement Rainbow Stud Cuff Bangle Bracelet with 7 gems following the Seven Chakras starting from Ruby Orange Sapphire Yellow Sapphire Emerald Tanzanite Opal White Diamond Brand: J ...
Category

2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Bronze

Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Choker Necklace Medal Heart Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Choker Necklace Medal Heart Bronze J Dauphin 16" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Opal beads are rou...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Egyptian Opal White Diamond Choker Necklace Solid Silver Virgin Mary J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal White Diamond Choker Necklace Solid Silver Virgin Mary J Dauphin 16" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant Figurine which is Solid...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, White Diamond, Gold-filled, 14k Gold, Silver

Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Choker Necklace Medal Heart Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Choker Necklace Medal Heart Bronze J Dauphin 16" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Opal beads are rou...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Necklace Medal Virgin Mary Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Choker Necklace Medal Virgin Mary Bronze J Dauphin 16" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Opal beads a...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

White Diamond Emerald Ruby Sapphire Opal Tanzanite Cuff Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stud Cuff Bangle with 7 gems following the Seven Chakras starting from Ruby Orange Sapphire Yellow Sapphire Emerald Tanzanite Opal White Diamond Brand: J Dauphin J DAUPHIN stud c...
Category

2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Bronze

Opal White Diamond Snake Earring Gold J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal White Diamond Snake Earring 14k Gold J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Rock'n Roll Suicide" Made in 14 karat Gold Comes as a single earring Hand made in Los Ange...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

White Diamond Emerald Sapphire Ruby Cuff Bangle Chakra Sterling Silver J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Emerald Sapphire Ruby Cuff Bangle Chakra Solid Sterling Silver J Dauphin Seven Chakra Bangle - White Diamond Opal Tanzanite Emerald Orange Sapphire Yellow Sapphire Rub...
Category

2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Tanzanite, Sapphire, Ruby, Opal, Emerald, White Diamond, Citrine, Silver...

White Diamond Opal Black Pearl Choker Necklace Medal Pendants J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two Medal Pendants, One Small Silver Coin with White Diamond and a Bronze Coin set with 3 Opals, Hanging on a Black Pearl Bead Necklace, One of a kind, 16" Long J Dauphin. Symbols...
Category

2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, Black Pearl, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Opal Ruby Snake Pendant Necklace Chain Fashion Jewelry Animal J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Ruby Snake Pendant Necklace Chain Fashion Jewelry Animal Bronze J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "A new life" Historically, serpents and snakes represent fertility or a creative life forc...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Bronze

Opal Ruby Gold Snake Ring Victorian Style Cocktail Ring J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Ruby 14k Yellow Gold Snake Ring Victorian Style Cocktail Ring J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "The poison in me" made in 14 Karat Yellow Gold with...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Tourmaline Opal Medal Sacred Heart Sterling Silver Black Pearl Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tourmaline Opal Medal Coin Sacred Heart Silver Black Pearl Chrysoprase Choker Chain 16" Necklace The Sacred Heart (also known as the Sacred Heart of Jesus) has one of the deepest m...
Category

2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, Chrysophrase, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver

White Diamond Opal Gold Snake Ring Victorian Style Cocktail Ring J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Opal 14k Gold Snake Ring Victorian Style Cocktail Ring J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "The poison in me" made in 14 Karat Yellow Gold with Opals and White Diamond eyes. The serp...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Opal Snake Pendant Gold Chain Necklace Ruby Eyes J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Snake Chain Necklace Ruby Eyes Gold Filled Chain J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "A new life" Historically, serpents and snakes represent fertility or a creative life force. As snakes s...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Gold Ring Victorian Style Cocktail Ring J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Multi Stone 4 pcs Opal Gold Victorian Style Cocktail Ring J Dauphin J Dauphin "The lovers" Bronze Ring with Silver Prongs and Opals This piece is inspired by antique diamond setting...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Medal Virgin Mary Opal Coin Pendant Chain Necklace Gold Filled J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Virgin Mary Opal Coin Pendant Chain Necklace J Dauphin Exclusive piece with Virgin Mary Medal Round Coin pendant in Bronze with a 3 Opals set in gold p...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Virgin Mary Medal Coin Opal Black Pearl Statement Chain Necklace J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Virgin Mary Medal Coin Opal Black Pearl Statement Chain Necklace J Dauphin Made in Los Angeles This stunning necklace features a delicate gold-filled chain adorned with a beautiful...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

White Diamond Emerald Sapphire Ruby Cuff Bangle Chakra Sterling Silver J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Silver Stud Cuff Bangle Seven Chakra White Diamond Opal Emerald Ruby Sapphire Seven Chakra Bangle - White Diamond Opal Tanzanite Emerald Orange Sapphire Yellow Sapphire Ruby by J Da...
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2010s American Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Tanzanite, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Citrine, Silver...

Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Necklace Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Pendant Necklace Silver Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin Turquoise Beads Gold Filled Chain Necklace The Sacred ...
Category

2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Tourmaline, Black Pearl, Opal, 14k Gold, Bronze, Silver, Gold...

Fire Opal Gold Filled Chain Necklace Virgin Mary Medal Silver Pendant J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fire Opal Gold Filled Chain Necklace Virgin Mary Medal Silver Pendant J Dauphin Exclusive piece with a Round Virgin Mary Medal in Silver with an Fire Opal Baguette Cut set in a Gol...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Silver

Opal Ruby Snake Necklace Italian Silver Chain J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Ruby Snake Necklace Italian Silver Chain J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Transformation" Hand made in Los Angeles Available for immediate delivery Hi...
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2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Opal Blue Green Tourmaline Sacred Heart Medal Silver Black Pearl Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Blue Green Tourmaline Sacred Heart Medal Coin Silver Black Pearl Tanzanite Beads Gold Filled Chain Necklace The Sacred Heart (also known as the Sacred Heart of Jesus) has one o...
Category

2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver

Black Diamond Opal Ring Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Opal Ring Bronze J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Purple Rain" Hand made in Los Angeles With a modern approach this handmade ring has a unique open-shaped design set with five r...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Black Diamond, Opal, Bronze

White Diamond Emerald Ruby Sapphire Opal Tanzanite Cuff Bangle Bracelet Chakra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stud Cuff Bangle with 7 gems following the Seven Chakras starting from Ruby Orange Sapphire Yellow Sapphire Emerald Tanzanite Opal White Diamond Brand: J Dauphin J DAUPHIN stud c...
Category

2010s American Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, Tanzanite, Sapphire, Ruby, Opal, Emerald, White Diamond, Bronze

Opal Ruby Snake Bangle Bracelet Bronze Brass J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Opal Snake Bronze Brass Bracelet Bangle J Dauphin This bangle is inspired by Victorian age. It has 2 ruby eyes and an opal on the head. It can be c...
Category

2010s American Romantic Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Brass, Bronze

Medal Necklace Chunky Chain Virgin Mary Opal Coin Pendant J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bronze Medal Necklace on a Gold Filled Chunky Chain Virgin Mary with 3 Opals set around the pendant Coin Pendant J Dauphin Exclusive piece with Virgin Mary pendant with 3 Opals. The...
Category

2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Bronze, Gold-filled

Opal Gold Ring Silver Prong Victorian Style Cocktail Ring J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3 Opal Band 14k Gold Ring Silver Prong Victorian Style Cocktail Ring J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "The lovers" Silver Prongs holding opals on a 14K Gold band ...
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2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold, Sterling Silver

Opal Sword Bronze Gold Filled Chain Necklace J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Sword Bronze Gold Filled Chain Necklace J Dauphin Hand made in Los Angeles 3-4 weeks to be completed, made to order
Category

2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Silver, Bronze, Gold-filled

Opal Ruby Snake Chain Pendant Necklace Silver J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Ruby Snake Chain Pendant Necklace Silver J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "A new life" Historically, serpents and snakes represent fertility or a creative life force. As snakes shed their...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Opal Sword Bronze Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Sword Bronze Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin Hand made in Los Angeles 3-4 weeks to be completed if out of stock
Category

2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Silver, Bronze

Black Diamond Opal Infinity Two Finger Ring Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Opal Infinity Two Finger Ring Bronze J Dauphin A Fashion ring which symbolize love and infinity as a sideway eight If out of stock this piece take 3-4 weeks to be completed In modern mysticism, the infinity symbol has become identified with a variation of the ouroboros, an ancient image...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Black Diamond, Opal, Bronze

Opal Black Diamond Mismatch Pair Gold Earrings Crescent Moon J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal and Black Diamonds Gold Earrings Mismatch Pair Crescent Moon J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Moon Child" Made in 14 karat yellow gold Comes as pair Hand made in Los Angeles Originally th...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Opal Earring Crescent Moon Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earring Crescent Moon Opal Gold J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Moon Child" Made in 14 karat gold and Silver back with Opal This piece come as a single earring. Hand made in Los Angeles Orig...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Gold

Emerald Ruby Opal Virgin Mary Medal Necklace Silver Pendant Gold Filled Chain J
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Ruby Opal Virgin Mary Medal Necklace Silver Pendant Gold filled Chain J Dauphin Symbols or medals can become a powerful tool in our arsenal for the spiritual. Since ancient times spiritual pendants, religious medals has been used to protect us. During challenging times, such as today, humanity must come together as a collective of mind and soul through a shared action of love and compassion. With a desire to (re)build confidence and (re)find faith and spirituality within, a medal can become a symbol to help us cope with the uncertain reality and create a sense of spiritual protection and remembrance to hold compassion in our hearts. This piece has two emeralds, two opals and one ruby in prongs around a silver Virgin Mary...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Silver, Gold, Gold Plate, Gold-filled

Stack Ring Gold Band Ring Opal Adjustable Stackable J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stack Ring Gold Band Ring Opal Adjustable Stackable J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Life on Mars" Open adjustable ring The prongs are made of White Gold and are holding two opals meanwhile the band is made of 14 K Yellow Gold 3-4 weeks to be completed Hand made in Los Angeles Opal is a wonderfully supportive stone, dedicated to healing and strengthening the emotional body for those willing to peer honestly into the true self. Opal’s high internal energy brings thoughts and feelings to the surface for examination, and reveals what one’s emotional state has been in the past, or even in previous lives. It facilitates the letting go of negative behaviors and soothes the emotional body, helping one feel more in control. It assists one in becoming more positive and loving, more creative and spontaneous. Known as a “stone of happy dreams and changes,” Opal brings happiness from the understanding that one has unlimited potential and is inherently perfect, and that change comes with situations and actions that allow one’s aspirations to rise. Opal occurs in nearly all colors, and dominant color energies may be utilized to stimulate corresponding chakras. The brilliant play of color in many Opals are useful for activating several chakras and linking them to the Crown Chakra, infusing the aura with full spectrum Light...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Black Diamond Opal Ring Cocktail Fashion Ring Bronze One size J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5 pcs Black Diamond 5 pcs Opal Ring Cocktail Fashion Ring One size J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Purple Rain" Made in Bronze adjustable Hand made in Los Angeles Custom ...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Black Diamond, Opal, Bronze

Opal Band Silver Prong Ring Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3 Opal Band Silver Prong Ring Bronze J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "The lovers" Silver Prongs holding opals on a Bronze band This piece is inspired by antique diamond setting...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Sterling Silver, Silver, Bronze

Snake Earring Opal Emerald Gold Silver Victorian Style J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Earring Opal Emerald Gold Silver Victorian Style J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Rock'n Roll Suicide" Made in 10 karat Gold with Silver back Comes as ...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Emerald, 10k Gold, Sterling Silver

Four Finger Ring Snake Statement Opal Ruby Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Four Finger Ring Snake Statement Opal Ruby Bronze J Dauphin The serpent, or snake, is one of the oldest and most widespread mythological symbols. Hi...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Ruby, Brass, Bronze

Ruby White Diamond Gold Four Finger Snake Ring J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby White Diamond Gold Four Finger Snake Ring J Dauphin Made in 14k Gold. The serpent, or snake, is one of the oldest and most widespread mytho...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

White Diamond Opal Snake Earring Single J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Opal Snake Earring Single J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Rock'n Roll Suicide" Made in 14 k Gold Comes as a single earring Hand made in Los Angeles ...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stack Ring Gold Band Opal Eternity Stackable J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stack Ring Gold Band Opal Eternity Stackable J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "The lovers" 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with White Gold Prongs and Opals This piece is...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Ruby Sterling Silver Snake Bangle Victorian Style Animal Jewelry J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Ruby Sterling Silver Snake Bangle Victorian Style Animal Jewelry J Dauphin Hand made in Los Angeles This piece is made to Order and will tak...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Black Diamond Opal Earring Silver Moon J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Opal Earring Silver Moon J Dauphin "Dreaming life" single earring The moon is a feminine symbol, universally representing the rhythm of time as it embodies the cycle....
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Diamond, Sterling Silver

Double Band Ring Gold Black Diamond Opal Cocktail Ring J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Double Band Ring Gold Black Diamond Opal Cocktail Ring J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Purple Rain" Made in 14k Gold Hand made in Los Angeles With a modern approach this handmade ring has a...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Black Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Opal Black Diamond Ring Gold Two Finger Ring J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Black Diamond Gold Two Finger Ring J Dauphin J DAUPHIN Made in 14k Gold A Fashion ring which symbolize love and infinity This piece comes i...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Ruby Snake Chain Pendant Necklace Silver J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Ruby Snake Chain Pendant Necklace Silver J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "A new life" Historically, serpents and snakes represent fertility or a creative life force. As snakes shed their...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Opal, Sterling Silver

Double Band Ring Gold Black Diamond Opal Onesie Adjustable J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Double Band Ring Gold Black Diamond Opal Onesie Adjustable J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Purple Rain" Made in 14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand made in Los Angeles With a modern approach this hand...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Black Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Snake Ring Gold Emerald Opal Cocktail Ring Adjustable J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring 14 k Gold Emerald Opal Cocktail Ring Adjustable J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "The poison in me" made in 14 K Yellow Gold and White Gold with O...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Emerald, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique and Vintage Opal Jewelry

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).

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