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Gemstone: Opal
Style: Art Nouveau
Art Nouveau White Diamond Pearl Opal Tanzanite Yellow Gold Birdcage Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Tanzanite, Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Opal, White Diamond,...

Dark Opal White Gold Engagement Ring Australian Opal
Located in Berlin, DE
14K white gold ring with natural Dark Opal with bright opalescence opal origin - Australia opal weight - 1.55 carats stone measurements - 0.28 х 0.35 in / 7...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Nouveau Style Opal and Diamond Drop Pendant
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A very pretty Art Nouveau style drop pendant set in 9ct yellow and white gold with precious opal and diamond. Taking inspiration from the typical motifs seen at the beginning of the ...
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Early 2000s Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid 9k Yellow Gold Natural Opal & Ruby Womens Trilogy Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This elegant trilogy ring has been completely made here in England from pure 9K Yellow Gold and has been set with three resplendent gemstones, equally measuring 4.5mm (0.18") in size...
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2010s British Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau White Diamond Opal Tanzanite Pearl Yellow Gold "Birdcage" Pendant
Located in Naples, IT
This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold. This Pendant has 0.10 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Pendant has Tanzanite and Opal. This Pendant has Pearls. This Pendant has E...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Tanzanite, Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Opal, White Diamond,...

Opal Ring Gold Engagement Jewelry Australian Valentine's Day Gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Yellow 14K gold ring with natural Black Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.079 х 0.43 х 0.55 in / 2 х 11 х 14 mm opal weight - 2.32 carats ring size - 7 US (this r...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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

Art Nouveau Genuine Opal Cabochon and Rhinestone Drop Screwback Earrings, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Neither buttons or dangles, these luminous earrings feature an inverted “V” of rhinestones punctuated by a perfect 12 mm opal cabochon. Petite yet statement-making and thoroughly mes...
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1940s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Base Metal

18ct Yellow Gold Natural Opal & Emerald Womens Trilogy Ring - Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This Stunning Trilogy ring has been set with one 5x4mm Colorful Opal & two 4x3mm Beautiful Emeralds. The Bright Color of these Emeralds highlight the colors within this Unique Opal. ...
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2010s British Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Opal Dragon Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Opal Dragon Ring. This beautiful ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold. The center holds a vibrant cabo...
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Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Yellow Gold

Gold Opal ring Statement Valentine's Day gift Engagement ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Waves. Truly feel nature’s warm embrace with this exquisite, custom made unisex Art Nouveau statement ring that is hand-designed in brightly polished 14k yellow gold. Tendrils of gol...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Big Opal Ring Gold Engagement Ring Large Wedding Band
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural boulder Opal 14K yellow gold ring opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.59 х 1.18 in / 4 х 15 х 30 mm stone weight - 16.50 ...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tangled Opal Doublet Earring in Pave Dimaond Set Made in 18k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
18kt:3.480gms, Diamond:4.73Cts, Silver:13.48gms, Opal Doublet:17.60cts Size: 70X34MM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver

Snow Flake Style Earrings with Multi Gemstone & Pave Diamonds in Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
18kt:2.38gms, Diamond:4.20cts, Silver:22.97gms, BLUE Sapphire:2.00cts, OPAL DOUBLET: 10.7 Size: 64X35MM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Opal Doublet Dangle Earring With Pave Diamond Made in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:6.862g, Diamond:1.13ct, Opal:8.24ct, Size: 47X15 MM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fire Opal & Pave Diamonds Bracelet Made in 18k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
18kt:6.08gms, Diamond:2.2Cts, Silver:4.26gms, OPAL:6.4Cts
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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

14K Art Nouveau 3 Carat Black Opal Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K yellow gold ring featuring a natural earth mined solid black opal accented by flower blossoms. The opal is a long oval cabochon measuring 13.6mm ...
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1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold

Louis Comfort Tiffany Black Opal and Plique a Jour Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Tiffany Arts and Crafts Era Black Opal and Plique a Jour Brooch circa 1910's by Louis Comfort Tiffany with Julia Munson in 18k gold. Large peacock...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau White Diamond Opal Tanzanite Pearl Yellow Gold "Birdcage" Pendant
Located in Naples, IT
This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This Pendant has 0.10 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Pendant has Opal, Tanzanite and Pearls. This Pendant ha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Opal, White Diamond,...

Art Deco Style Handcrafted 6.30 Carat Oval Cut Opal Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Naples, IT
This Brooch is made of 9K Yellow Gold. This Brooch has a 6.30 Carats Oval Cut Opal. This Brooch has Micro Pearls. This Brooch is inspired by Art Deco Style. We're a workshop so eve...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Australian Lightning Ridge Opal Detailed Carving of Lady's Bust
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Australian Lightning Ridge Opal Detailed Carving of Lady's Bust Length: 20mm Thickness: 5mm Weight: 1.3 gram Condition: Australian Opa...
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1960s American Art Nouveau Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Opal

Sliced Opal & Emerald Earring With Pave Diamonds Made In 18k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
18Kt:1.94g, Diamond:6.550ct, SiIver:22.63g, Emerald:1.350ct, Opal:8.55ct Size: 32*80
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver

9ct Gold Opal Pendant & Matching Earrings
Located in London, GB
Beautiful 9ct Gold Opal Pendant with Matching Earrings Quality Goldsmith Earrings Length 3cm Pendant Height 3.75 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold

Morganite Opal and Sapphire Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Boston, MA
One of a kind handmade 4 carat morganite surrounded by opals, pink and white sapphires beautifully set in 18 karat rose gold.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Sapphire, Opal, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Nouveau Signed Durand & Co. Black Opal, Diamond, Ombre Enamel 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Entrancing Art Nouveau period black opal, diamond, ombre enamel 18k gold ring by Durand & Co. The dramatic oval opal framed in an exquisite ombre enamel paneled frame set with six European cut diamonds. The unusual translucent shimmering enamel panels shade from an elegant French Blue to Chartreuse, complementing the Black Opal gemstone. Signed on the interior 18K, D for Durand & Co., with inventory numbers 2374 The oval opal measuring 13mm by 10mm, approximately 3 carats, beautiful peacock colors of intense blue and green with wear to polish commensurate with age, a tiny nick at the side, small natural matrix cavity in front. Scarce, fine example of American Art Nouveau jewelry...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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

Ocean Blue Opal Ring Gold Australian Blue Opal Statement Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Boulder Opal 18K white gold and blackened silver ring Opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.51 х 1.06 in / 13 х 27 mm ring weight -...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Exceptional Art Nouveau Gold, Gem Set Jabot Pin
Located in London, GB
This Jabot has been inspired by the Lyre birds tail feathers creating this stunning jewel.
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Opal Jewelry

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Garnet, Sapphire, Spinel, Opal, Gold

Opal Gold Pendant Boulder Australian Nature Inspired Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold pendant with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.24 х 0.71 х 1.38 in / 6 х 18 х 35 mm stone weight - 13.65 carats pendant length - 1.73...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boulder Opal Ring Gold Statement Art Nouveau style ring large
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural boulder Opal 14k yellow gold ring opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.59 х 1.18 in / 4 х 15 х 30 mm stone weight - 16.50 ...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boulder Opal Silver Earrings Multicolor Rainbow Australian opal
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural Boulder Opal silver earrings opal origin - Australia opals measurements - 0.14 х 0.43 х 0.63 in / 4 х 11 х 16 mm opals weight - 12.55 car...
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2010s Russian Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Black Opal Phoenix bird Carving for necklace Cobalt Blue 68 carats
Located in Berlin, DE
One of a kind piece - Black Opal "Phoenix" bird carved by Daniela L`Abbate, world champion of Opal carving opal origin - Australia opal weight - 68.85 ca...
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2010s Australian Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal

Opal Silver Ivy Ring Natural Australian Gem Boulder Gem Bicolor Blue Pink Unisex
Located in Berlin, DE
Patinated gold-plated silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.47 х 0.71 in / 12 х 18 mm stone weight - 6.90 carats ring weight - 5.35 gra...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Ethiopian Opal Yellow Gold Ivy Ring Aphrodite Style Multicolor Glare Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
14k yellow gold ring with natural Opal opal origin - Ethiopia opal measurements - 0.24 х 0.39 х 0.55 in / 6 х 10 х 14 mm opal weight - 4.2 carats ring size - 6.5 US ring weight - 6....
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Black Opal Yellow Gold Pin
Located in MIAMI, FL
Fantastic design seen on this vintage treasure. This design is simple yet elegant. The brooch is crafted in 18k yellow gold and measures 2" in length. The highlight of the pin is on...
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1980s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold

Antique 18K Dragonfly Brooch, Circa 1880-1910
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Antique, circa 1880-1910, 18K yellow gold and silver handmade dragonfly brooch/pendant slide with sapphire, opal, ruby and diamond. The plique-a-jour wings are pale blue/green ename...
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1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Art Nouveau White Diamond Pearl Tanzanite Opal Yellow Gold "Birdcage" Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
These Stud Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.20 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have Tanzanite and Opal. These Earrings have also Enam...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Tanzanite, Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond,...

Ocean Blue Opal Ring Gold Ivy collection Australian Blue Opal Indigo
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Boulder Opal 18K white gold and blackened silver ring Opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.51 х 1.06 in / 13 х 27 mm ring weight -...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver, White Gold, 18k Gold

Boulder Opal Necklace Australian Gemstone Ivy Art Nouveau style gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Ivy pendant with natural Boulder Opal in patinated silver on 100% silk black cord (handmade in Japan) opal origin - Australia opal weight - 122 carats pen...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Cacholong Serpent Ring with ruby Briolette
By Merideth McGregor
Located in New York, NY
Sterling Silver Cacholong Serpent Ring with Ruby Briolette. Cacholong, also known as Kalmuck Agate, is a form of common opal, although it is often mist...
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2010s Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Agate, Opal, Ruby, Sterling Silver

0.60 Carat White Diamond 1.30 Carat Opal Pearl Enamel Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
These Stud Drop Earrings are made of 14K Yellow Gold. These Earrings have 0.60 Carats of White Diamonds. These Earrings have 1.30 Carats of Opals. These Earrings have also Enamel and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, E...

Boulder Opal Gold Earrings Triangle Australian Gemstone Rainbow gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold earrings with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opals measurements - 0.16 х 0.55 x 0.79 in / 4 х 14 х 20 mm opals weight - 14.40 carats earrings lengt...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Mid Century 18 Karat Carved Opal Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An usual vintage carved opal pansy brooch set with diamond, circa 1960. This beautifully rendered opal is carved in a Pansy flower shape. Pansies have tremendous meaning in jewelry s...
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1960s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Australian Opal Gold Pendant Raw Natural Necklace Purplish Blue
Located in Berlin, DE
14K white gold pendant with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.24 х 0.67 х 1.20 in / 6 х 17 х 31 mm opal weight - 18.50 carats pendant weight - 6.48 ...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Full Moon Black Opal Silver Pendant Natural Neon Purple Gem Australian
Located in Berlin, DE
Sterling silver pendant with natural black opal opal origin - Australia opal size - 0.12 x 0.71 x 0.71 in / 3 x 18 x 18 mm pendant lenght - 1.1 in / 28 mm pendant weight - 3.01 ...
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2010s Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, Sterling Silver, Silver

Opal Yellow Gold Pendant Multicolor Australian Stone
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold necklace with natural boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.55 х 1.34 in / 4 х 14 х 34 mm opal weight - 32 carats pendant weight - 10.79 ...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.12 Carat Mexican Fire Opal Tweety Bird PT 900 Cocktail Pendant
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Our tweety bird pendant comprises a 7.12-carat orange opal decorated with a 0.21 carat, pear-shaped ruby and a 0.21-carat, oval-shaped amethyst, and white ...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, Platinum

Black Opal Gold Ring Neon Blue Australian Engagement ring
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with natural Black Opal opal origin - Australia opal weight - 5.93 carats stone measurements - 0.24 х 0.35 х 0.51 in / 6 х 9 х 13 mm ring weight - 4.53 grams rin...
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2010s German Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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

Gold Ring Opal Waves Boulder ring Gemstone Unisex Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Waves. Truly feel nature’s warm embrace with this exquisite, custom made unisex Art Nouveau statement ring that is hand-designed in brightly polished 14k yellow gold. Tendrils of gol...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Handmade Unique Australian Black Opal Diamond & Sapphire Butterfly Gold Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
Australian Black Opal, Diamond & Sapphire Butterfly Handmade 18k Gold Necklace. This is a unique handmade necklace with a beautiful butterfly design. The necklace is completely han...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Pink Sapphire, Black Opal, Sapphire, Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Yello...

Dark Opal White Gold Ring Bright Multicolor Natural Gem Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
14K white gold ring with natural Dark Opal with bright opalescence opal origin - Australia opal weight - 1.55 carats stone measurements - 0.28 х 0.35 in / 7...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Black Opal, Opal, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Fabulous Art Nouveau Black Starr Frost Platinum Filigree 100ct Australian Opal
Located in St. Petersburg, FL
One of the largest and most magnificent natural Australian opal cabochons we have ever seen, set in an exquisite and signed Black Starr & Frost brooch set with diamonds that has been...
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Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Black Opal Titanium Gold Earrings Deep Neon Blue Fantasy Shape
Located in Berlin, DE
Titanium and 18K yellow gold earrings with natural Black Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.47 х 0.55 in / 12 х 14 mm stone weight - 2 carats earrings measurements - ...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Titanium

Big Australian Neon Opal Silver Ring Medusa Gorgon Iridescent
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural freeform Neon Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.39 x 0.51 x 0.98 in / 10 х 13 х 25 mm opal weight - 20.10 carats ring size - 7.5 US ring we...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Moon Neon Opal Silver Necklace Natural Neon Australia Dark Magic Stone Healing
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver necklace with natural Black Opal opal origin - Australia opal size - 0.12 x 0.71 x 0.71 in / 3 x 18 x 18 mm pendant lenght - 1.1 in / 28 mm pendant weight - 3.01 grams Roots...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Boulder Opal Ivy ring Australian opal gemstone Peach Color 15 carats
Located in Berlin, DE
Ivy ring with Boulder Opal in 18K yellow gold opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.71 х 1.06 in / 18 х 27 mm gemstone weight - 15 carats ring size - ...
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2010s German Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1890s Art Nouveau Opal Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Sublime antique necklace, it is formed of falling patterns held by a thin chain jaseron mesh. The motifs realized in satin yellow gold, are openworked with arabesque decoration, cup and flowers and retain each one in pendulum an pear- cut opal. The center pattern, more important, retains in the center a brilliant-cut diamond. The clasp is a spring ring. Total weight of the opals : 1.20 carat approximately. Length : 39 cm, height of the main motif : 3.6 cm, thickness of the chain : 1.1 mm. Total weight of the jewel : 13.7 g approximately. Antique jewelry - French work circa 1890. The addition of the opals has been made with care by our workshop. Our opinion : A magnificent Art nouveau jewel...
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Opal Jewelry

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

Black Opal Ring Gold Nature inspired Jewelry Australian Opal Ivy
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with natural Black Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.079 х 0.43 х 0.55 in / 2 х 11 х 14 mm opal weight - 2.32 carats ring size - 7 US ring we...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boulder Opal Ivy Gold Ring Australian Gemstone Peach Color Statement Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Ivy ring with Boulder Opal in 18K yellow gold opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.71 х 1.06 in / 18 х 27 mm gemstone weight - 14.95 carats ring size - 8.5 US - 58 EU ring weight - 14.7 grams Ivy collection...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Grasshopper Brooch
Located in London, GB
An Art Nouveau grasshopper brooch, the realistically carved insect with a cabochon ruby-set eye, the wings in shaded green opalescent champlevé enam...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver

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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