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Gemstone: Opal
Solid Australian Black Opal Heishi Bead Necklace 14k Gold Push Gate Clasp R4288
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Solid Australian black Opal Heishi bead necklace with a 14k yellow gold push gate oval clasp ♥ The necklace measures 16.5" in length ♥ Material...
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2010s American Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 5.48 Carat Opal and 2.91 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, stunning, fine and impressive antique 5.48 carat opal and 2.91 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold heart pendant; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This magnificent, fine and impressive antique opal pendant...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Opal Pendant Lavalier Necklace Silver Rare Antique
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning and rare antique Victorian - Art Deco Lavaliere Pendant set with a fabulous Opal Cabochon in the center and surrounded by a halo of 12 additional opals. The pen...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Silver

Small Opal Brooch
Located in Milano, MI
Small brooch set on yellow gold with white opals, the perfect piece of jewellery for a minimalist. Small defects on one opal. Highlights - 18ct yellow gold - Cabochon cut White Opal...
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20th Century Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold

18ct Yellow Gold Pear Shape Opal Pendant on 16"/18" Chain
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous 18ct yellow gold pear shape opal pendant is set in a unique shape, making it a very elegant and beautiful piece of jewellery, suspended ...
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2010s British Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Cameo 9 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Lava Retro Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, 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 seller with a private message to solve the problem. Cameo 9 Karat yellow gold mounted with lava,yellow diamonds,opal and emerald...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry

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

925 Sterling Silver earring, Natural Green \ Pink Opal Dangle Design Gem Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Natural Green\ Pink Opal Stud Earring, Silver Earring, Fine Silver Earring, Handmade Jewelry Earring, Gifts Gemstone Details Gemstone : Green\ Pink Opal Gemstone Weight : 21.25 C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Carved Fine Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
Handcrafted in 18K yellow gold, this beautiful leaf pendant necklace features a 6.57-carat natural fine green-blue tinted carved opal accented with eight round diamonds totaling 0.10...
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2010s Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal with Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Carrollton, TX
This stunning 18k yellow gold Ethiopian opal ring will grasp everyone's attention with the reddish, orange hues. The 31 carats opal is surrounded by 0.97 carat total weight handpick...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

18-Karat Gold Free Form Australian Opal
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This stunning piece features an 18-karat gold setting that elegantly showcases a free-form Australian opal, renowned for its captivating play of color. The opal displays vibrant hues...
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1980s Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold

Solid Australian Opal Modernist Design 18K Gold Chunky Ring V1118
Located in Osprey, FL
This captivating 18K gold chunky ring features a modernist design in a hand-carved organic style, set with a solid Australian opal and brilliant diamonds in bezel setting. Solidly ma...
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2010s American Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Cabochon Opal, Old Mine Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
One of a Kind Opal Elegance: A Ring Beyond Compare. Indulge in opulence with this truly exceptional one-of-a-kind ring featuring an East-West oval cabochon opal cut. This opal's fie...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

Magnificent Art Deco Black Opal Platinum Plaque Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Stunning black opal ring, rendered in platinum and framed in diamond-studded platinum lace. The ring measures 1 1/8 inches long and looks incredibly elegant on the finger. FInished w...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

The Precious - Sugarloaf Cut Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
The Precious - Deep Red Sugar-Loaf Cut Mexican Fire Opal & Australian Opal Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Design name: The Precious! The one-of-kind design for y...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Opal Jewelry

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

7.74 Carat Natural Australian Boulder Opal Pendant/Brooch Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful pendant top featuring a 7.74 Carat Australian Boulder Opal and 0.48 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known for exhibi...
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20th Century Japanese Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Giant 195 Carat Ethiopian Opal and Sapphire Beaded Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in GOES, NL
Add a mesmerizing touch to any outfit with this deep blue beaded necklace with Welo Opals in 14K yellow gold. This stunning necklace is made with shimmering Ethiopian Opals that give...
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2010s Ethiopian Modern Opal Jewelry

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Blue Sapphire, Opal, Fire Opal, Rainbow Moonstone, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Boulder Opal Silver Ring Australian Opal Wedding Anniversary Statement Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
18K gold plated silver ring with natural free form shape Boulder Opal Opal gemstone origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.31 x 0.47 in / 8 х 12 mm ring weight - 7.6 grams ring s...
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2010s German Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold Plate, Silver

52.38ct Boulder Opal 22k Gold Handmade Chain Pendant Necklace, Lola Brooks, 2022
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Necklace by jewelry maker Lola Brooks hand-fabricated in matte-finished 22k yellow gold featuring an extraordinary, rare 52.38 carat tear drop shaped blue boulder opal with phenomenal rainbow fire...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

NWT $90, 000 Rare 18KT Gold Large 17CT Boulder Black Opal Fancy Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Glistening Australian Black Opal and Diamond Gorgeous Pendant. Pendant features a Magnificent Rare Color Cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Classic Ethiopian Opal Oval Cab and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Earring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique Earring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace Earring. The 14k Yellow Gold jewelry boasts 7x5 Oval Cab Prong Setting Genuin...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.32ct Oval Cabochon White Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.32 cts Measurements: 11.16 x 6.51 x 2.81 mm Shape: Oval Cutting Style: Cabochon Cutting Style Crown: Cutting Style Pavili...
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2010s Australian Opal Jewelry

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Opal

Vintage Natural Opal Necklace 14k Yellow Gold Clasp Freeform Rough Cut Bead
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant natural opal necklace, finished with a 14 karat yellow gold clasp. Natural opals are rough cut with a polished exterior surface. The opals measure from 5mm to 7mm. The opa...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.36ct Freeform Cabochon Gray Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 2.36 cts Measurements: 20.15 x 8.88 x 2.34 mm Shape: Freeform Cutting Style: Cabochon Cutting Style Crown: Cutting Style Pa...
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2010s Australian Opal Jewelry

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Opal

Giant Pink Opal & Rubelite Tourmaline Diamond Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
Step into a world of exclusive elegance with this one of a kind blush pink opal necklace, made from the most exclusive and rare pink opals from Peru. Featuring a yellow gold clasp, ...
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2010s Peruvian Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

18K Opalized Wood Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This necklace features elongated white Biwa stick pearls paired with iridescent black peacock pearls, creating a striking contrast of shapes and colors. The centerpiece is an opaliz...
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2010s Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry

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

Opal Ruby Snake Bangle Bracelet Gold Vermeil J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Opal Snake Gold Vermeil Bracelet Bangle J Dauphin This bangle is inspired by Victorian age. It has 2 ruby eyes and an opal on the head. It can be customized in your size. Ha...
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2010s American Romantic Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Ruby, 10k Gold, Vermeil

Natural Australian 21.60ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18k Gold with Diamonds
Located in Sydney, AU
The power of nature cradling the remnants of an ancient civilisation of Angkor in Cambodia inspired Renata Bernard to create the Ta Prohm set of a pendant, ring and earrings. The “Ta...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Opal & 1.40ctw Diamond Large Bombe Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (9) Natural Genuine Opal - 1 Oval Cabochon Cut 9 Pear Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Color w/ Some Light Play of Green, Orange, & Violet Color - 10x8.3mm (oval), 5.27...
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20th Century Opal Jewelry

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

18 Karat, White Gold, Mosaic Opal Cufflinks with Coin Edge
Located in New York, NY
These magnificent 18 kt white gold round cuff links are inlaid with a beautiful opal mosaic pattern. The detailed coin edge further elevates the design. Stam...
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1990s Modern Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold

Vintage 14k Gold Cabochon Opal w/ Seed Pearl & Diamond Dangle Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (11) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Multi-Prong Set - Translucent White Base Color w/ Blue, Orange & Green Play - 4.7x4mm to 7x4.9mm (approx.) (1) Natural G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Revival Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold

2.64cts Opal Ring w Diamond Halo in 14K Yellow Gold Oval 12X9mm
Located in Columbus, OH
The Yukti ring is a stunning masterpiece, featuring a captivating 2.64-carat opal in an elegant oval shape (12x9mm). Set in luxurious 14K yellow gold, this opal is surrounded by a ha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

Bochic “Orient” Natural Diamond & Fire Opal Ring Set In 18K Solid Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Natural Diamond & Fire Opal Ring Set In 18K Gold Natural Pear Shape Fire Opal - 14.50 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Cut Multi Fancy Color Diamonds 1.00 Carat This ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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

White Diamond Opal Black Pearl Choker Necklace Medal Pendants J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two Medal Pendants, One Small Silver Coin with White Diamond and a Bronze Coin set with 3 Opals, Hanging on a Black Pearl Bead Necklace, One of a kind, 16" Long J Dauphin. Symbols...
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2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

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

Eostre Solid Opal and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 1.74 ct solid opal and diamond ring in 18k yellow gold. The opal is surrounded by a circle of diamond pave. This is the vintage cluster ring design and ...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Premium Quality Australian 5.03ct Boulder Opal Pendant in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
Utterly divine and majestic is the ‘Flames of Passion’ opal pendant. The breathtaking 5.03ct boulder opal ethically sourced from our own mine in Jundah, Australia presents a most alluring play-of-colour that mesmerises all who behold it. Meticulously handcrafted in timeless 18K rose gold, this pendant is designed for the confident and dazzling individual. Elevate your next special occasion ensemble with this wearable work of art and effortlessly command gazes of admiration wherever you go. Designed by Renata Bernard, this awe-inspiring opal pendant is a limited edition of one. The pendant is new. This opal pendant arrives in a gun-metal aluminum box inside a paper orange box. It is complete with an Opal Minded bow-tied carry bag and the first edition of Opal Minded Lookbook, as well as a Certificate of Authenticity. Opal Minded's life-long complimentary opal care service is also included. The chain received will be a sterling silver gold-plated chain and may differ from the picture. Enquire if you would like to purchase an 18K solid gold chain.
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2010s Australian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Yellow Gold Opal Three-Stone Ring - 14k Oval Cabochon .63ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Opals Carat(s): .63ctw Cut: Oval Cabochon Total Carats: .6...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Platinum Diamond Boulder Opal Ring
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage Platinum Diamond Boulder Opal Ring Approximate Dimensions: 7.5 (Ring Size) 13.45 mm x 12.46 mm (Opal) Approx. 0.5 carats (Diamond) 7.4 gram...
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20th Century Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Natural Australian Boulder Opal / Diamond Set Dangle Earrings and Ring 18k Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
“Deep Love” opal (12.46ct) earrings tell a story of an ocean dive. Diamond air bubbles appear to lift these beautifully paired opals to the surface of an imaginary ocean. Sourced fro...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Yaraka Boulder Opal Drop Pendant with Diamond Box Bale on Gold Wire Collar
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This one-of-a-kind choker features a great new bale design by Eytan Brandes. Here, his box bale shares the stage with a knockout boulder opal from Broken River Mining...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Opal Stud Earrings - 14k Round Cabochon .74ctw Pierced Screw-Ons
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Opals Carat(s): .74ctw Cut: Round Cabochon Origin: Australia Total Carats: .74ctw Style: Stud Fastening Type: Pierced Scr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Solid Australian 8.46ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
‘Dazzled by Opal’ is an enrapturing piece with its unique design and the sublime beauty of the boulder opal (8.46ct) sourced from Winton mines in Queensland, Australia. Masterfully c...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid Platinum High Quality 4.82ctw Opal & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Color w/ Great Play of Colors - 13.8x10mm / 4.21ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Vintage Amethyst and Opal 14 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning cluster ring has an amethyst at the centre and has opal petals. In between the petals there are smaller amethyst stones. The colour ...
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1980s British Modern Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Amethyst, Opal, Gold

Sunita Nahata Ethiopian Opal 0.85ct. Fancy Ring in 14KYG with White Diamond.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sunita Nahata presents a stunning Ethiopian opal cabochon ring, adorned with white diamonds. This gemstone, renowned for its historical significance, is believed to bring good luck, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

Vintage Art Deco 18K Black Opal & Onyx Old European Cut Diamond Cufflinks
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Beautiful cufflinks are a rarity, but these are truly exceptional. Backed in 18K gold, the octagonal onyx sections are inlayed with fiery pieces of natural black opal exhibiting flashes of red, orange, green and blue. Centered in each piece of opal are European cut diamonds being G-H in color and Vs in clarity with an approximate total weight of .40cttw. These are a true find in today’s jewelry...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Doublet Opal & Blue Sapphire Bracelet Accented With Emerald & Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18KT:52.138g,D:5.38ct, Emer:4.89ct,Opal:32.42ct,Sapp:7.77ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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

Georg Jensen Silver Opal and Labradorite Pendant #4
Located in Glasgow, GB
An early Georg Jensen silver pendant, #4, from circa 1904-1908, featuring foliate designs set with an oval labradorite cabochon within a beaded border and two opal cabochons, attache...
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Early 1900s Danish Art Nouveau Antique Opal Jewelry

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Labradorite, Opal, Silver

1.66ct Oval Cabochon Grey Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.66 cts Measurements: 11.95 x 7.64 x 2.88 mm Shape: Oval Cabochon Cutting Style Crown: Cutting Style Pavilion: Transpare...
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2010s Australian Opal Jewelry

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Opal

Natural Opal Ruby Diamond Statement Ring Pear Dark Opal Halo Cocktail Ring 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Introducing our exquisite Natural Opal, Ruby, and Diamond Statement Ring, a testament to unparalleled beauty and craftsmanship. At its heart lies a captivating pear-shaped opal, aliv...
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2010s Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold

Alex Jona Opal Cluster Rubie 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Earrings
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold drop earrings, suspending a beautiful cluster of pink opals weighing 34.85 carats, set with 0.13 carats of ru...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian c1920's Australian Solid 2.50ct Black Opal Bar Brooch in 15K Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with refined elegance this stunning Bar Brooch is dating from Edwardian (circa 1920's) period, yet it's in beautiful condition Of lovely bar design, it centres a claw-se...
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1920s Australian Edwardian Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, 15k Gold

18.00 Carat Ethiopian Cabochon Opal Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Amazing Ethiopian opal and diamond ring. Spectacular 17 millimeter round high dome cabochon of approximately 18.00 carats, sits in a 14k yellow gold setting with a double halo of round brilliant cut diamonds that approximately total 1.25cts. This stunning round opal has beautiful flashes of orange, yellow, green accented with some blue and is the epitome of what a cocktail ring...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

3.18ct Freeform Cabochon White Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 3.18 cts Measurements: 18.75 x 8.73 x 2.77 mm Shape: Freeform Cutting Style: Cabochon Cutting Style Crown: Cutting Style Pa...
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2010s Australian Opal Jewelry

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Opal

Natural 9.35 Ct Carved Crystal Australian Opal Scarab mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 9.35 Ct Australian crystal opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Russells opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2024. Sue processed the rough opal herself and se...
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2010s Australian Opal Jewelry

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Crystal, Opal

Native American Opal Lapis Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Signed
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL NATIVE AMERICAN OPAL LAPIS LAZULI PENDANT IN 10 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. The fabulous native american pendant has gorgeous inlay work in gold with opal and lapis laz...
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20th Century American Native American Opal Jewelry

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Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

3.06 Carat Pear-Shaped Black Opals and Diamond Earrings in Platinum
Located in Southport, CT
Vintage wreath earrings were the inspiration for this piece. They were recreated in modern form by adding 1.10 Carats of Elongated Pear-shaped Black Op...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Opal And Sapphire Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 11 grams. Totally is diamond 0.35 ct. The diamond is has Light Brown and s2-s3-Pique 1 clarity. Total lenght is chain 42 cm. Please contact fo...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

2.75ct Natural Jelly Opal Diamond Ring Platinum Estate Fine Jewelry Sz 6
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish natural jelly opal & diamond cocktail ring crafted in 900 platinum. Cabochon cut natural jelly opal, 2.75 carats (11 x 8.5mm). The opal is in very good condition and free o...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum

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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