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Gemstone: Opal
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Handmade 18K Rose Gold Halo Diamond Australian Pear Shape Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Our latest design! An Elegant and Lustrous Genuine Pear Shape Australian Opal Surrounded by Beautiful Diamonds in a 18K Rose Gold Halo Setting. Metal- 18K...
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2010s American Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Important Opal Jewelry Suite Set With Diamonds 69 Carats Total
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Necklace Condition: Excellent Opals = 54 Carats Diamonds = 6.48 Carats (Color: F-J, Clarity: VS-I) Metal: Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Necklac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

14k gold Fish earrings studs set in 14k gold.
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold Fish earrings studs set in 14k gold. Opal earrings studs. Opal cabochon earrings. Animal Little Fish Jewelry. October Birthstone Opal Lucky fish Gift. Earrings and pendant ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, 14k Gold

Opal Earrings Set With Diamonds 9 Carats Total
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Condition: Excellent Opals = 8 Carats Diamonds = 1.02 Carats (Color: F-J, Clarity: VS-I) Metal: Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Earrings Length: 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

14 Karat Yellow Gold Two Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7 #16884
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7 This lovely ring features two oval opal gemstones (9 mm x 7 mm) and two round brilliant cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 14...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cluster Earrings set with opal and diamonds 18k pink gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k pink gold entourage earrings with opal and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.70ct - F/G – VS/SI Detailed description: the size of the earring is 2.6 cm long by 1.0 cm wide Total w...
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2010s Dutch Modern Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

5.65 ct Opal Dangle Earrings With Sapphire & Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:9.149g,D:1.27ct, Opal:5.65ct,Sapp:0.13ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

14K Yellow Gold Ring With Natural Opals & Diamonds 8.42 Grams
Located in Media, PA
Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning 14K yellow gold ring featuring natural opals and diamonds. The intricate design is inspired by nature, with a focus on the captivat...
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Late 20th Century Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.20ct Natural Semi Black Opal Diamond Ring Estate Platinum Sz 6 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish natural semi-black opal & diamond ring (circa 2000s) crafted in platinum. Natural opal measures 10mm x 7mm (estimated at 1.20 carats) is accented with 0.17 carats of diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Opal Starfish Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 31.4 grams. Totally is diamond 2.40 carat. The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1. Please contact for any questions.
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1990s Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Oceanic Boulder Opal Colombian Emerald 22k Gold Drop Earrings, Lola Brooks, 2022
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Earrings hot off the bench from award-winning maker Lola Brooks, hand-fabricated in 22k yellow gold showcasing a spectacular, fiery pair of oceanic boulder opal totalin...
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2010s American Artisan Opal Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Casey Perez 18K Gold Modern Arc Ring with Banded Detail with Opal
By Casey Perez
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This modern, minimal ring brings together opulent diamonds and opal for a stunning yet delicate effect. The detailed arc reveals a polished row of pave diamonds with a bezel-set roun...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal

Opal Engagement Ring, Oval Opal Ring, 14k Gold Ring with Opal
Located in Istanbul, TR
Opal engagement ring.Oval Opal ring. 14k gold ring with Opal. Opal stackable ring. Minimalist Opal ring. Opal promise ring. Gift for her. Opal ring f...
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2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Estate Opal Triplet Cabochon Solitaire 1970s Cathedral Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Austin, TX
This beautifully preserved ring is a made in a graceful cathedral style setting that features a bright oval opal triplet cabochon. The pinched shoulder design of this ring is still p...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Opal Cocktail Ring Diamond Setting 12.6 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Opal = 10.25 Carat 42 Diamonds = 2.35 Carats Metal: Black Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size: 7....
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sea Crab earrings studs with opals in 14k gold.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Sea Crab earrings studs with opals in 14k gold. Round cabochon opal earrings in 14k gold. Multicolor opal earrings studs. Earrings: Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.20 g. Size: 10x8 mm ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Black Opal Vintage Pendant 14K Australian Natural Rainbow Huge Fine 5.53 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents...GIA CERIFIED VINTAGE AUSTRALIAN BLACK OPAL 14K PENDANT! HUGE 5.47 CARAT OPAL. NATURAL AUSTRALIAN SOLID BLACK OPAL WITH RAINBOW FLASHES OF NEON GREEN, RED, PEACH, ELECTRIC BLUE, PINK, PURPLE, AND GOLD. Still Beautifully Kept In Rare Vintage Leather Box...
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Late 20th Century Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

Marina J. Black Onyx, Fire Opal & Chalcedony Earrings with solid 14k Lever Backs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of Earrings by Marina J. Measuring 2.5 inches long, this pair is made with all solid 14k Yellow Gold wiring and Lever Back Hooks. Faceted Fire Opal and Faceted Chalcedony...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Opal Jewelry

Materials

Chalcedony, Onyx, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mexican Fire Opal Organic Branch Ring 14K Gold R6728
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Mexican Fire Opal Organic Branch Ring 14K Gold ♥ The face of the ring measures 21.5mm in width (East West direction), 17.3mm in length (North South direction), and sits 8.8mm tall ...
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2010s American Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold

Late Art Deco Opal Cabochon Diamond Platinum Vintage Dinner Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring three oval-shaped opal cabochons bezel set east to west Ranging in size from 5.0 x 7.0 mm to 6.0 x 8.0 mm Translucent white body color with spectral play-of-color Accented ...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Lovely 14k Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Halo Stud Earrings w/1.15 ct - IGI Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
Lovely 14k Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Halo Stud Earrings w/1.15 ct - IGI Certified Featuring these captivating 14k yellow gold halo stud earrings. At the heart of each earring li...
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2010s Israeli Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold One of a Kind 5.29 Carat Australian Opal Ring
Located in Troy, MI
Rarest of all the golds, 24 karat gold is valued by all discerning investors. With it's unmistakable warm yellow color & hammered finish, this pure 24 karat yellow gold One of a Kind...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Opal, Ruby, Sapphire & Multi Gem Earrings Set 18K Gold&Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Opal, Ruby, Sapphire & Multi Gem Earrings Set 18K Gold&Silver Natural Rubies - 8 carat Natural Multi Sapphires - 5 carat Natural Blue Opal- 1.50 carat The earr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Opal Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k ...

Multi Rainbow Sapphire Dangle Earrings With Opal Made In 18k yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:25.234g, Opal:3.78ct,Sapp:11.90ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.15ct Fine White Opal Oval Cabochon 18k Yellow Gold Bezel Pendant Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine White Opal 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. 6.15 Carat opal with beautiful play of colour and an excellent oval cabochon cut. Set in a fine 18k yellow gold rubover bezel ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

10.90 Ethiopian Opal Necklace With Multi Sapphire & Diamonds In 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:31.353g,D:1.95ct, Opal:10.90ct,Sapp:4.10ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco Insect Necklace Opal Sapphire Seed Pearl Ruby 14k Gold 18.5"
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era insect necklace (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Pear cut opal measures 7.5mm x 58mm, accented with an estimated 0.10 ...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

9.06 ct Ethiopian Opal Dangle Earrings With Sapphire & Diamonds In 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:7.230g,D:0.78ct, Opal:9.06ct,Sapp:0.22ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Platinum 0.41ct Diamond and Opal Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This simple, elegant ring will instantly capture your imagination. The 0.87 carat opal center stone serves as a stunning focal point thanks to its breathtaking combination of blue an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

8.98 ct Opal Dangle Earrings With Black Enamel & Diamonds In 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:12.178g,D:0.96ct, OPAL:8.98ct,Meen:0.08g,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

Vintage Opal and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The opal is pale in colour and has lots of flashes of red and all other colours within it. The diamonds either side of the opal total 15pts each side. The ring itself is modelled in ...
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1970s British Vintage Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Opal & Ruby & Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Candy Butterfly” Blue Fire Opal, Ruby & Sapphire Ring From the “Capri” collection Natural Opals - 10 carats Natural shapes Natural Ruby Cabo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Silver

Casey Perez Gold Arc Necklace with Opal and Brilliant Cut Diamonds on Gold Chain
By Casey Perez
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This modern pendant boasts a chic arc design complete with unique banded detailing. At the center sparkles a stunning opal, carefully set in a sleek bezel. The outer tier shimmers wi...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

28.41 ct Ethiopian Opal Chain Necklace With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:31.824g,D:4.25ct, Opal:28.41ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Amethyst and Opal Vintage Style Floral Pendant in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted from yellow gold in a migraine work, this elegant vintage-style floral pendant is embellished with four exquisite round purple amethysts, each resembling delicate petals. Ne...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

23.59ct Carved Jade Dangle Earrings With Opal & Sapphire made In 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:17.981g,D:0.65ct, Jade:23.59ct,Opal:2.53ct,Sapp:4.30ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Jade, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pink Sapphire Opal Chain Necklace French Heart Medal J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Sapphire 3 Opal Chain Necklace French Medal, One with a heart and one with Jeanne Le Mat Chain is 24" but can be worn shorter J Dauphin Sy...
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2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold-filled, Bronze

4 Ct Oval Shape Black Australian Opal & Diamond 14 K Yellow Gold Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 14K Yellow Gold Pearl Necklace featuring a captivating 4 Carat Oval Black Australian Opal surrounded by dazzling diamonds. The opal displays a mesmerizing p...
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2010s Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

Victorian 33.9 Cttw. Doublet Blue Opal and Diamond Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the enchanting allure of our Victorian Doublet Blue Opal and Diamond Link Bracelet, a masterpiece of sophistication and elegance. This exquisite bracelet showcases a stun...
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2010s Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

36.15 Carat Boulder Opal 18 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This unique pendant was custom made in house and features a 36.15 carat Boulder opal set in 18 karat white gold. It has an armadillo peeking out on top of the opal. People will be as...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Antique Sapphire & Opal Ring
Located in Media, PA
This is a marvelous opal and sapphire dome style ring with beautiful sapphires and opals. The condition is very good. It is ready to go. It is 18 karat yellow gold. The ring size is ...
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Late 20th Century Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

JAS-17-1524 -24K/SS HANDMADE 12X8MM ETHIOPIAN OPAL PENDANT with 18" SS CHAIN
Located in New York, NY
24K/SS HANDMADE 12X8MM ETHIOPIAN OPAL PENDANT WITH 18" SS CHAIN Metal: 24K gold/SS Stone Info: 12X8MM ETHIOPIAN OPAL Total Stone Weight: 2.10 CT Item Weight: 2.65 gm Necklace Size:...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver

20.81ct Opal Dangle Earrings With Tanzanite & Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:13.235g,D:1.10ct, Opal:20.81ct,Tanz:2.18ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Tanzanite, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1960s 14k Gold Natural Opal And Jade Decorated Enamel Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.7 grams. Totally is jade about 1 ct. Totally is opal 0.40 ct. Please contact for any questions.
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1960s European Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Jade, Opal, 14k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Opal, Ruby & Sapphire Vintage Cluster Ring Set 18K & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Opal, Ruby & Multi Sapphire Vintage Cluster Ring Set 18K & Silver Center Blue Sapphire - 5 Carat Ruby natural - 4 Carats Orange natural sapphire Blue round bri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

8.4ct Double Opal Dangle Earrings With Blue Sapphire & Diamonds in 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:10.45g,D:1.52ct, OPAL DOUBLET:8.4ct,SAPPHIRE:0.83ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Sapphire, Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Australian Opal with Diamond Bow Dangle Drop White Gold Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Gorgeous Australian opal with incredible blue, green, red and yellow play of color dangling from a diamond three dimensional bow set in 14k white gold. The opals measure approximate...
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20th Century Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Necklace and pendant set with opal and diamond 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14 kt white gold necklace with an cluster pendant set with centre stone opal and brilliant cut diamonds around 0.60 ct - F/G - VS/SI - 42 cm long detailed description the length of...
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2010s Dutch Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Black Austrialian Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Austrialian Opal Diamond Ring. The ring features a prong-set 13.8 x 7mm oval triplet opal with two round prong-set diamonds on each side. The diamonds meas...
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1990s Australian Retro Opal Jewelry

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

10.79ct 3 Tier Opal Dangle Earrings With Emerald & Diamonds In 18k yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:10.887g,D:1.29ct, Emer:0.80ct,Opal:10.79ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

Vintage 1.10ct Oval Opal Gold Ring, 10K Yellow Gold, Ring Size 5.5, Rainbow Opal
Located in McLeansville, NC
This vintage 1.10ct oval opal gold ring is a breathtaking piece crafted from 10k yellow gold. The oval opal centerpiece displays a stunning rainbow of colors when it catches the ligh...
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Early 2000s Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fire Opal Multi-Color Sapphire Gold Sunrise Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fun and colorful piece featuring 4 fire opals with a rich vibrant orange color weighing a total of 12.90 carats. Adding to that are multi-colored sapphires set around the piece whi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Victorian 10 Cttw. Opal, Diamond and 2.89 Gm. Pearl Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of Victorian opulence with our Opal, Diamond, and Pearl Bangle Bracelet, a stunning fusion of timeless elegance and modern sophistication. Crafted with meticulou...
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2010s Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Natural 3.55ct Australian Opal Pear Cabochon 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Australian Cooper Pedy White Opal 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace. 3.55 Carat opal with beautiful play of colour and an excellent pear cabochon cut. Set in a fine...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

10.64ct Natural Opal Diamond Ring Estate 18k White Gold Sz 7 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish contemporary opal & diamond cocktail ring (circa 2000s) crafted in 18 karat white gold. Natural opal measures 19mm x 14mm (estimated at 10.64 carats) is accented with an es...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

Yellow Gold Opal Cluster Cocktail Ring - 14k Round Cabochon 2.45ctw Floral Snowf
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 5 sizes for $35 or Down 2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Opals Carat(s): 2.45ctw Cut: Round Cabochon Total Carats: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s Boulder Opal & Diamond Ring 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
From the dust and dirt of the Australian outback, The Serene Ring offers up such beauty. Creatively crafted in 9 carat gold, her sumptuous opal flashing red, blue and green is graced...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Diamond Drop White Gold Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
2.30" Long diamond and opal earrings that each have 2 cabochon opals mounted in a diamond frame. The earrings are 18k white gold with 5.5 carats of opal that have an orange body col...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White 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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