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Period: 20th Century
Gemstone: Opal
Rainbow Earrings Turquoise Opals Diamonds 5.15 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP
All Gemstones are Natural
2 Turquoise = 1.65 Carats
8 Opals = 2.20 Carats
152 Diamonds = 1.30 Carats
Metal: Sterling Silver
Dime...
Category
Late 20th Century Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
GIA Black Opal Australian Platinum Diamond Vintage Ring Fire Solid Huge 6.79 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents...LUXURY GIA CERTIFIED SOLID AUSTRALIAN BLACK OPAL & DIAMOND VINTAGE PLATINUM RING! FINE EARTH-MINED 4.52 CARAT AUSTRALIAN SOLID BLACK OPAL, WITH ...
Category
20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage Multi-Strand Opal Bead Necklace, 14k Gold Clasp With Pearls
Located in Milford, DE
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite multi-strand opal bead necklace. Expertly crafted with five luxurious strands, each one is intricately adorned with lustrous opal ...
Category
20th Century European Artisan Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Le Pisson De La Mer Tropicale Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Masterstroke of Creativity with an Explosion of Color, this Van Cleef & Arpels Brooch Expresses its Design Through a Vibrant Oval Shaped Black Opal Reminiscent of the Caribbean Sea...
Category
1960s Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Yellow Gold Onyx Opal Inlay Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
A very unusual ring, with a beautiful inlay of black onyx and opal!
Category
Late 20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Opal 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Coral Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Magnificent necklace with a pendant depicting a cute owl resting on a coral branch, made of 18k yellow gold, many diamonds set on the tail feathers, the owl was engraved on an Austra...
Category
1990s European Artisan Opal Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Opal Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning antique opal navette ring dating back to the Edwardian period. A cluster of nine oval shaped white opals possessing a magical iridescence, dominate the boat s...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Three Stone Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold opal and diamond ring. The ring is set with three graduated oval cut cabochon opals that each have a vibrant and wonderful play of colour. There is also f...
Category
20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Rose Gold Hand Wrought Ring with a large 6.05 carat Australian Opal
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vintage 14K rose gold 6.05 carat opal ring. The genuine natural Australian opal measures about 17mm x 12mm. The opal is freshly polished and has primarily pink and green play of colo...
Category
1940s Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian Jelly Opal Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Rose Gold Antique Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped jelly opal cabochon measuring 10.0 x 8.0 mm
Transparent white body color with spectral play-of-color
Bezel set in platinum topped head with halo surround
...
Category
1910s Edwardian Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
North Star Cocktail Watch 14K Yellow Gold Diamonds and Opals
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the North Star 1960's Opal and Diamond Cocktail Watch, a radiant fusion of elegance and sophistication. Crafted with exquisite detail, this captivating timepiece features...
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond Gemstone 14k Gold Harem Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Diamond Gemstone 14k Gold Harem Ring. Featuring one round brilliant cut diamond weighing approximately 0.05 carat, graded G color, SI1 clarity. Accented by two round cut ...
Category
1970s Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Go...
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold and White Opal Cufflinks.
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold and White Opal Cufflinks. The opals are a triangular cabochon cut of a a semi-translucent to opaque white body with pin-point play of color in green, yellow, ...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
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....
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fire Opal Diamond Ring Large Oval Estate 18k White Gold Sz 9 Cocktail Fine Jewel
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish natural Ethiopian fire opal & diamond ring crafted in 18k white gold.
Natural opal measures 16mm x 11mm (estimated at 7.50 carats). The diamonds total an estimated 0.35 car...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Round White Opal Crown Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Overland Park, KS
Vintage Round White Opal Crown Solitaire
Listed is this understated sweet and beautiful opal engagement solitaire. The opal has color plays of neon green and blue hues coming off o...
Category
20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold antique opal and diamond ring. The central opal features a lovely play of colour and is surrounded by a border of rose cut diamonds, set in an elegant flo...
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
Pear Cab Opal and Round-Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Accents 10K White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 10-karat White Gold by Gin & Grace. This Ring is made up of 6x8 mm Pear-Cab (1 pcs) 0.65 carat Ethiopian Opal, Round-cut ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold
1.60 Carat Opal Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace, circa 1940's
Located in Stamford, CT
Australian opal necklace pendant. 4 natural round a and oval untreated blue green opals in a handmade dangle bezel set drop pendant in 14k yel...
Category
Early 20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Estate Fire Opal Oval Stone Diamond Halo Colorless VS Diamonds 18k yellow gold
Located in Overland Park, KS
This listing is for an estate fire opal diamond ring in 18k yellow gold and white basket. The center opal is 2.11ct, orangey translucent and beautiful. The surrounding diamonds are a...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 9kt rose gold and silver round Opal and diamond brooch/pendant
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Edwardian 9kt rose gold and silver round Opal and diamond brooch/pendant.
Tested positive for 9kt gold and silver.
Made in England, Circa 1910
Dimensions -
Weight: 12.00 gra...
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold, Silver
Yellow Gold Opal Pearl Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Pearl Hinged Bangle Bracelet. The 1950s bangle bracelet features nine pearls and nine opals prong-set in a bypass design. The pearls and opals measure 3.1mm...
Category
1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Opal Heart Bracelet
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Heart Bracelet. This lovely 1980s link bracelet contains twenty-two heart-shaped Opals set in an open bezel. The opal hearts measure 5 x 4.8mm and the brace...
Category
1980s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
70s Freeform Mexican Fire Opal Necklace Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Orange Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant and finely detailed vintage Mexican fire opal necklace, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s).
Freeform natural opal measures 12mm x 10mm. The opal is in very good...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Fire Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Rainbow Earrings Turquoise Opals Diamonds 5.15 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP
All Gemstones are Natural
2 Turquoise = 1.65 Carats
8 Opals = 2.20 Carats
152 Diamonds = 1.30 Carats
Metal: Sterling Silver
Dime...
Category
Late 20th Century Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Platinum Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
Platinum Australian black opal and diamond ring. This is a natural black opal weighing .45cts and measuring about 7.7mm x 5.5mm. The opal has a dark navy blue body color with primari...
Category
1950s Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1950's Opal Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pin Pendant Brooch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A 1950s Diamond Opal Pendant Brooch exudes vintage charm and elegance characteristic of mid-century jewelry design. The brooch is crafted from 14 karat yellow gold, a popular choice ...
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Antique Pear Jelly Opal Diamond Platinum 14 Karat Gold Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a pear-shaped jelly opal cabochon measuring 8.0 x 13.0 mm
Translucent colorless body with violet and yellow play-of-color
Set with a platinum bezel with a pierced halo sur...
Category
1910s Edwardian Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
10K and 14K Antique 1.98 carat Australian Opal Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vintage 10K yellow gold 1.98 carat opal ring with a new 14K yellow gold head. The genuine natural Australian opal measures about 11mm x 9mm. The opal is translucent and has very live...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Opal Platinum Diamond Pendant 4.13 Carats
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Black Opal Platinum Diamond Necklace boasts 4.13 Carats. I had a nice matching ring but unfortunately that is long gone but this is still her...
Category
1990s Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
11 Carat Mexican Fire Opal Ruby Diamond Earrings 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Retro
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular pair of antique Retro - Art Deco 11 Carat Mexican Fire Opal, Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 14 Karat Gold. The sparkling round Mexican Fire Opals are each approx...
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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...
Category
Late 20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold 1.80 carat Australian Opal Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vintage 14K yellow gold 1.80 carat opal ring. The genuine natural Australian opal measures about 11mm x 8.5mm. The opal is translucent and has primarily green play of color. The ring...
Category
1940s Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural White Opal and Diamond Ring Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Cocktail Ring featuring a Natural Australian White Opal and 0.25 Carats of Diamond Accents set in 18K Yellow Gold. Opals are ...
Category
20th Century Japanese Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rainbow Opal and Diamond Rectangular Band Ring, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 6.75
Located in McLeansville, NC
Embrace the enchanting beauty of this Rainbow Opal and Diamond Rectangular Band Ring. Expertly crafted in lustrous 14k yellow gold, this stunning ring features a mesmerizing rectangu...
Category
1980s Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Boulder Opal 18 Karat Yellow Gold Neoclassical Greek Column Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a bezel set tablet of boulder opal measuring 10.5 mm round
displaying blue/green play of color with tan and black matrix
Flanked by dimensional Greek column motif shoulder...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 9.64 CTW Diamond Sapphire Ruby Heart Shaped Black Opal Antique Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an ornately pierced plaque-shaped pendant and bale with filigree and flowing foliate motifs
Featuring a heart-shaped opal cabochon weighing approximately 6.42 carats - be...
Category
1910s Edwardian Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1970s 10 Carat Australian Opal Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Own a piece of history with this vintage 1970s cocktail ring. The center Australian fire opal weighs 10 carats with prominent play of color. Crafted in 14k yellow gold throughout, th...
Category
1970s Australian Contemporary Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds Agate Opals 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
This alluring ring artfully combines 14-karat yellow gold and sterling silver, creating a piece that balances classic elegance with intricate detailing. It features a collection of a...
Category
1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Agate, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Opal Tennis Bracelet
Located in Honolulu, HI
Bracelet Specifications:
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Opal Count: 17 oval rubies
Opal Carat Weight: ~4.60 carats
Diamond Carat Weight: ~ 1.00 carats
Diamond Count: 36 brilliant
Diam...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Vintage Opal Convertible Brooch/Pendant - 14k Cabochon .50ctw Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Natural Opals
Carat(s): .50ctw
Cut: Oval Cabochon & Round Cabochon
Total Carats: .50ctw
Style: Convertible Brooch/P...
Category
Early 20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Boulder Opal Necklet Circa 1910-1920s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This unique necklet features a fancy link fine chain with evenly spaced bezel set cushion cut early verneuil synthetic sapphires. A double chain drop holds a stunning natural lacquer...
Category
1910s Australian Edwardian Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 15k Gold
Antique 18kt Rose Gold Rose Diamond And Marquise Opal Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Pink gold (750/00) marquise ring set with a navette-cut opal in a setting of diamond roses. Gross weight: 2.1 gr
Size 5 1/2
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
5.65ct Ethiopian Opal Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Sz 6.5 Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish natural Ethiopian opal cocktail ring crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1960s)
Natural opal measures 13mm x 10mm (estimated at 5.65 carats). The opal is in very good conditio...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Retro 18kt White Gold Diamond And 15ct Cabochon Opal Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring in 750°/°°(18K) white gold, set with a beautiful oval cabochon opal weighing approx. 15 ct, openwork shoulder set with baguette and brilliant-cut diamonds.
Weight 7,2gr.
Size: ...
Category
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, White Gold
Vintage Opal, Diamond and Emerald 9 Carat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous opal cluster holds a halo of alternating diamonds and emeralds. The diamond total is 24pts and the Emerald total 24pts. The opal is smooth glossy with so many flecks of...
Category
1980s British Modern Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, White Gold
Colorful 6.03ct Opal & Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Colorful 6.03ct Opal & Diamond Ring in Platinum
Immerse yourself in the allure of our breathtaking ring, masterfully set in the pure radiance of 900 platinum. This exquisite ring, w...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Vintage 5 Carat Fire Opal East-West Estate Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Centered by an absolutely amazing, fiery 5 carat Australian opal bursting with a kaleidoscope of flashing colors, this vintage cocktail ring boasts a unigue East-West orientation. Ac...
Category
1970s Contemporary Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Sterling Silver Inlaid Opal Palm Tree Pendant Necklace 18"
Located in Eagan, MN
This is just a great pendant. Makes you think of the summertime and the beach. This necklace is pre-owned but in beautiful condition. The Sterling Silver Chain is 18" long. At so...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Large Ethiopian Opal Vintage Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Large Ethiopian Opal Vintage Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Vintage Opal Diamond Ring features a large dome Oval-shaped Ethiopian Opal in the center with Flashes of Green, Orange, a...
Category
20th Century North American Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
60s Vintage Opal Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Anniversary Band Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed opal & diamond ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1960s).
Cabochon cut opals measure 5mm x 3mm. 16 single cut diamonds total an estimated 0.08 c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. By Paloma Picasso Suite of 5 Sugar Stack Rings 18Kt Gold With Gems
Located in Miami, FL
Suite of five stack rings designed by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Beautiful suite of five stackable sugar rings, created in New York city by Paloma Picasso for the Tiffany & Co...
Category
1980s American Modernist Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Quartz, Tourmaline, Peridot, Opal, Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 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...
Category
Late 20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow 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...
Category
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow 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 ...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
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 ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
Category
1990s Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
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 ...
Category
1970s British Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k 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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