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Gemstone: Opal
Large Vintage Sponge Coral and Fire Opal Inlay Pendant Zuni Reynetsa Leland
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous vintage pendant is a creation from Zuni silversmith Reynetsa Leland. It is sterling silver with a large sponge coral gemstone accented by an inlay of fire opal. Measure...
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Late 20th Century North American Native American Opal Jewelry

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Coral, Opal, Sterling Silver

South Sea Pearl Necklace with Two Australian Solid Black Opal and Diamond Claps
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is a premium White South Sea Pearl Necklace with 2 Australian Solid Black Opal as the Claps. The Pearl necklace consists of 66 round South Sea Pe...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Opal, Black Opal

Angara Natural Bezel-Set 1.15ct Opal Pendant with Diamond Halo in 14K Solid Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA

About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold

Minimalist Australian Solid Opal Round Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Australian Solid Opal Round Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, i...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Art Nouveau Opal Diamond Gold Byzantine Princess Diadem Tiara
Located in London, GB
Illustrated in our book: Beatriz Chadour-Sampson & Sonya Newell-Smith, Tadema Gallery London Jewellery from the 1860s to 1960s, Arnoldsche Art Publishers, Stuttgart 2021, cat. no. 231 The diadem is unmarked, but undoubtedly French and possibly by Georges Fouquet or Maison Vever. The design of the female head is reminiscent of drawings and posters by the Czech artist Alphonse Mucha, who worked closely with Georges Fouquet designing jewellery whilst he was living in Paris. Mucha was much influenced by Byzantine culture and made a series titled 'Byzantine heads...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Chunky Men's Oval Cut 6.50 Carat Black Opal Statement Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 11 Bold and mesmerizing, this statement ring features a captivating 6.50 carat oval-cut black opal doublet that dances with brilliant flashes of color. The opal's multico...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

Pink Sapphire and Opal 14K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
Drench yourself in gemstones with hues of reds and greens... This handmade necklace in 14K Solid Gold, enriched with colorful pure gemstones such as; • Rainbow moonstone • Pink Opal...
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2010s European Modern Opal Jewelry

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Aventurine, Opal, Garnet, Citrine, Chrysophrase, Aquamarine, Pink Sapphi...

Rare 3.02ct Australian Matrix Boulder Opal 18k Yellow Gold Cushion Signet Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Australian Boulder Matrix Opal 18k Yellow Gold Cushion Signet Ring. A beautiful 3.02 carat natural matrix boulder opal with a small streak of green, blue, yellow and purple ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Style Victorian Frog Brooch Opal Diamond Lapel Pin for Him 8.55 carat
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Antique Style Frog Brooch Opal Diamond Lapel Pin for Him 8.55 carat in sterling silver which is a fusion of surrealism and frog, designed ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Orange Fire Opal Ring in 925 Sterling Silver Handmade with Play of Color
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Orange Fire Opal Gemstone Ring in 925 Sterling Silver – Handmade Genuine Ethiopian Fire Opal Jewelry with Vibrant Play of Color, Boho State...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Artisan Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Native American Opal Ring 2.5 Carat Antique Silver
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Native American Opal Sterling Silver Ring with a magnificent large 2.5 Carat Opal cabochon full of fabulous fire. The opa...
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20th Century American Native American Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural opal pendant set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Trumbull, CT
Oval Shape 8 mm X 14 mm Pendant is Natural opal set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The opal is natural opal has multicolor ,Red, Green, blue, which can be seen from and back of the pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold

Dalben Rainbow Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 6,6 carat bezel-set Australian Boulder Opal . The stone rainbow colors continuosly change with the different l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

BLACK OPAL 1940 European Vintage Dangle Earrings In 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of vintage earrings with black opals. This is a beautiful pair of European dangle drops earrings, most probably created in Germany, back in the late 1940's. The earrings have b...
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1940s Australian Modernist Vintage Opal Jewelry

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

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond & Fire Opal Ring Set In 18K Yellow Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond & Fire Opal Ring Set In 18K Yellow Gold & Silver Natural Fire Opal - 9 Carat Natural Diamond - 1 Carat This Ring is from the "Orient" traveling co...
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Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver

Sterling Silver Natural Aquamarine & Opal Victorian Eternity Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This ring is made from 925 Sterling Silver with Natural AAA quality Aquamarines & Opals This is a most beautiful set of Sparkling Aquamarines and Colorful Opals all oval cut, measuring 7x5mm (0.28"x 0.20"), 6x4mm (0.24"x0.16") and 5x4mm (0.20"x0.16"), all set in this delightful Victorian style setting made completely from High Quality English Sterling Silver. Handcrafted from Solid English 925 Sterling Silver your ring will be fully tested and Hallmarked by the London Assay Office which confirms the rings authenticity. The Hallmark includes the 925 marking for Sterling. All the Gemstones are Genuine Natural and Ethically Sourced. Please do note that the price of this design reflects the quality of Aquamarines used...
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2010s British Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, Sterling Silver

Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Emerald, Rubellite & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Opal, Emerald & Rubellite Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 8.03 carats. The weight of the Em...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Rubelite, 18k Gold

8.65 Carat Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.65 Carats Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Opal Weight is: Approx. 7.35 Carats Opal Measures: Approx. 15.00 x 12.50mm The h...
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2010s American Opal Jewelry

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

3.75 Carat Pear Cut Opal Pink Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique and beautifully designed ring that can be a masterpiece to anyone's jewelry collection! This ring has a magnificently large 3.04 Carat Pear Cut Opal and is surrounded by 3...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Opal Jewelry

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Pink Sapphire, Opal, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

African Opal White Sapphire Gold Earrings by Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
These 18kt Gold unique opaque striped African opals are set in matte 18kt Gold, which has been encrusted in faceted white Sapphires. Incredibly lightweigh...
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2010s Artisan Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Onyx and Oval-Cab Pink Opal with Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace ring. The 14k Yellow Gold jewelry boasts 8x10 mm oval cab Pink Opal (1pcs) 2.16 ...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

70s Vintage Opal Butterfly Ring 14k Yellow Gold Sz 6.75 Cocktail Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish opal butterfly ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s). Opals measure 10mm x 4mm and 8mm x 3mm. The opals are in very good condition and free of cracks or chips....
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

C1910 18K Lightening Ridge Australian Single Stone Peacock Feather Opal Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
This exquisite vividly colored opal is known as a Black Opal or “Peacock Feather” opal from Lightening Ridge, Australia. This single stone is totally natural and untreated and size...
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1910s Australian Edwardian Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold

14K Gold Opal and Seed Pearl Vintage Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A 14 karat gold opal and seed pearl vintage charm pendant. This preloved charm has a floral leaf design set with two tiny seed pearls and two beaut...
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Mid-20th Century European Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage 8 Carat Vibrant Orange Pear Fire Opal and Diamond Ring Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and Finely detailed Vibrant Orange Pear Mexican Fire Opal and Diamond Vintage Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled and Hand set 8 Carat Vibrant Orange Pear Mexican Fire Opal Gemstone...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal

Dalben Magnificent Australian Opal Rose Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 10,35 carat bezel-set oval shape magnificent Coober Pedy Australian crystal opal . This wonderful Australian Opal have a kal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 9.77 carat cabochon opal diamond platinum cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage platinum cocktail ring features a mesmerizing 9.77-carat cabochon cut opal, accented by 12 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling 0.21 carats, H color, VS-SI clarity. A b...
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1980s Modern Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Australian Opal 18K Yellow Gold Stud Earrings gift special person female friend
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold stud earrings with natural Precious Opals colors of opalescence - pink, blue, green, yellow, orange Opals origin - Australia weight of the earrings - 2.45 grams sto...
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2010s German Artisan Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.90 Carats Australian Opal Orange blue green multiple play of color gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
2.90 Carats Australian Opal Orange blue green multiple play of color gemstone Gemstone : Opal Doublet Weight : 2.90 Carats Size : 15.5x8.5 MM Quantity - 1 Piece Shape - Fancy Play ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal

1900s 5.82ct Authentic Antique Australian Opal and Diamond Cluster 18KYG Ring
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent turn-of-the-century late Victorian, early Edwardian Opal and Diamond Cluster 18k Gold ring, Circa 1900. This Crystal Australian opal displays electric play of color in ...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Minimalist Pear Shaped Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Pear Shaped Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of g...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage Garnet and Opal 9 Carat Gold Bombe Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This striking ring holds garnets measuring 20pts each and 10pts each. In between the garnets there is an opal halo with the opals measuring 15pts each and a larger opal at the centre...
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1970s British Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Garnet, Opal, Gold

Important Certified Mexican Fire Opal & Diamond Pendant, Excellent Play of Color
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! This is an important and substantial piece! 6 pieces of top gem quality opals make up this large pendant. Here is a natural Mexican fire opal and diamo...
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2010s Hong Kong Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Mexican Fire Opal with Tsavorite Garnet Ring, Carrot Ring
Located in Wallingford, CT
Mexican fire opal paired with Tsavorite garnet in 14k gold Metal Type: 18 Karat solid yellow gold Stone size: 4mm x 6mm Fire opal Side stones: 2mm Tsavorite ...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Garnet, Opal, Tsavorite, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Oval Cab Pink Opal, Oval-Cut Pink Sapphire Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 14-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Ring is made up of 10x14 mm Oval-Cab (1 pcs) 5.41 carat Pink Opal, 3x4 Oval-cut...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Plique À Jour Enamel, Opal, Diamond And Gold Dragonfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
A modern gem set dragonfly brooch, with trembling wings, with opals in the thorax, wing tips and eyes, weighing 2.45 carats, with blue to green plique à jour enamel wings, set with e...
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2010s Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Opal Triplet and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This ring is a show stopper! The colours of this opal triplet are beautiful. The stone has pairs of sparkling diamonds sat either side which total 40pts. The ring is modelled in 18 C...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, Platinum

18k Yellow Gold 8.86ctw Fiery Bright Unique Opal w/ Diamond Prongs Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Fiery Opal - Roundish Oval Cabochon Cut - Multi Prong Set - White Color w/ Nice Play of Color- 16.7x15mm - 7.80ct (exact) (18) Natural Genuine Diamo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dalben Trilogy Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18 kt rose gold ring with three bezel-set blue-green-pink Australian Boulder Opals weight 4,34 carats . Ring size US 7 1/4 - EU 55 re-sizable . Be...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Black Australian Opal Parrot Carving - Created by Gerg Moser
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
Created by Gerg Moser in Idar-Oberstein, Germany; this mesmerizing parrot duo showcases the Famous Andamooka Opal. In 1954, when Queen Elizabeth II visited Australia on her first aut...
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1980s European Vintage Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal

Natural 11.94 Ct Australian Crystal Nautilus opal carving mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 11.94 Ct Australian gem crystal opal, carved into a nautilus shell, is a truly exceptional addition to any collection, mined by Sue...
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2010s Australian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Opal

Opal & Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Opal & Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum This platinum ring crafted in 900pt showcases a 4.53-carat Australian opal in an oval cabochon cut, secured in prongs and framed by a st...
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Late 20th Century Retro Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Natural Statement Boulder Opal Ring with 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
This Boulder Opal Ring with 18 Carat Yellow Gold is totally handmade and cut of one extraordinary piece. Cutting as well as goldwork are made in Ger...
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2010s German Arts and Crafts Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

9K Rose Gold Natural Opal & London Blue Topaz Cluster Flower Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This Solid 9k Rose Gold ring has been set with one colorful Australian Opal, 7x5mm (0.28" x 0.20") and eight Blue Topaz, 3.1mm (0.12") in a Cluster style of setting. These are all co...
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2010s British Victorian Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Dalben Design Blue Green Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18k yellow gold semi lucid finishing ring with a 9,6 carat bezel-set lovely Blue-green Australian Boulder Opal . This Australian Boulder Opal has the se...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Cabochon Opal And Rose Diamond Ring 1910's
Located in Firenze, IT
18K yellow gold and silver ring set with an opal cabochon cluster rose diamond Opal dimensions: 10mm x 6mm x 2.5mm Size 7 Weight: 2,8 gr
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1910s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

14K Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal and Pink Opal Halo Pendant with Diamond Accent
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in radiant 14K yellow gold, this pendant showcases a mesmerizing 1.39-carat Ethiopian opal at its center, known for its vibrant color play. Surrounding it is a halo of soft p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dalben Yellow Gold Ring and Australian Coober Pedy Opal
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18 kt yellow gold ring with a magnificent oval cabochon solid Australian Crystal Opal weight 9,94 carats from Coober Pedy mines area . The opal has wond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gin & Grace 10K Yellow Gold Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring with Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 10-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Ring is made up of 8*10 mm Oval-cut (1 pcs) 1.52 carat Opal and Round Cut Diamo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dalben Big Oval Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 14,78 carat bezel-set oval light blue Australian Boulder Opal. The opal has pastel light blue-green colors with some pink waves...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tanzanite, Opal and Diamond Marquise Shaped Pendant Necklace in Two-Tone Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This distinctive pendant necklace features a striking combination of diamonds, tanzanite, and opal, artfully set in 14 karat white gold with 22 karat gold accents. At the center, an ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Tanzanite, Opal, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 22k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

5.82 Carat Opal Diamond Platinum Vintage Cocktail Ring Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Ballerina Vintage Platinum Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Australian White Opal, weighing 5.8...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

6.83 Carat Pear Shape Opal and Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pear-shaped opal pendant is a natural kaleidoscope of color! The multicolored "fire," also known as "play-of-color" in this opal makes it a fun and unique conversation piece. Se...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Iolite, Diamond and Opal Dangle Earrings
Located in Nantucket, MA
Unusual and striking, a pair of dangle earrings with a subtle leaf motif. Round, faceted iolite stones as the blossoms with oval, fiery, opals as the l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Iolite, Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

14k Yellow Gold Australian Opal & Diamond Bangle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A captivating fusion of fire and texture, this extraordinary bracelet is a celebration of natural Australian opulence and intricate craftsmanship. Set in richly detailed 14k yellow g...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold and Opal Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and showcases a luminous natural opal as its centerpiece. The opal exhibits a captivating play of color, with flashes of green, blue, ...
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20th Century Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bespoke Australian Black Opal Diamond Gemstone 18k White Gold Collar Necklace.
Located in Great Neck, NY
This one-of-a-kind bespoke necklace is a striking statement of high jewelry craftsmanship, centered around an extraordinary collection of Australian black opals totaling 53.70 carats...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Fire Opal, Black Opal, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Pi...

Natural 5.89 Ct Australian boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This amazing 5.89 Ct Australian black boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2023. Sue processed t...
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2010s Australian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Black Opal

Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Inlaid Opal Mother of Pearl Pansy ClipOn Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– Natural Genuine 10 Opals & 6 Mother Of Pearls - Custom Cut - Inlaid Set - White Color w/ Nice Play Of Colors Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ Rubber Backings Weight: 2...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.75 Ct Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.75 Carats Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Opal Weight: 2.30 Carats Opal Measures: 13.5 x 10.1mm Natural Round Diamonds Wei...
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2010s American Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow 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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