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Period: 20th Century
Gemstone: Opal
10 Carat Opal Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Gold Retro Hollywood Regency
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Retro - Hollywood Regency Ring with a gorgeous central 9.57 Carat Opal surrounded by a halo of 30 absolutely radiant Rubies and Diamonds in 14 Karat Gold. The mag...
Category
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Opal Pendant Stick Pin Antique Yellow Gold Original 1920's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1930's Art Deco Opal Pendant Stick Pin Antique Yellow Gold
Featuring a Genuine Natural Round Cabochon Opal Gemston...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
12.30 Ct Australian Opal Diamond Large Solitaire ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Impressive Opal and Diamond ring, 1960 ca
Exquisitely hand crafted of solid 18 KT white gold in a classy solitaire design with Diamond complement on shoulders
The large Natural solid...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
French 1960s 4.75 Carats Opal 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Bangle Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
A large band ring featuring a large domed ring set on top with a cabochon opal.
Total weight of the opal : 4.75 carats approximatel...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ornate 18k Scroll Pattern Opal & Diamond Band Ring
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ornate 18k Scroll Pattern Opal & Diamond Band Ring
Discover elegance with this 18k yellow gold ring, adorned with a unique scroll pattern surrounded by 3 oval cabochon opals and rad...
Category
Late 20th Century Retro Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 kt. Yellow Gold Ring & Necklace With Opals and Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning 18 kt. Yellow Gold Ring and Necklace With Opals and Diamonds
RING:
Diamonds: 8 brilliant cut diamonds together approx. 0.49 ct.
Opal: Gorgeous oval shape opal stone, 10.4 m...
Category
20th Century European Artisan Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Black Opal Cabochon and Diamond Halo Vintage Platinum Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Prepare to be captivated by the exquisite beauty of this Edwardian Opal Cabochon Ring, showcasing a stunning 6.19-carat opal with a mesmerizing harlequin pattern. Handcrafted in plat...
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
4.58ct Natural Black Opal Ring Diamond Estate Platinum Sz 7.5 Mixed Cuts
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish 4.58ct natural black opal & diamond cocktail ring crafted in platinum.
Cabochon cut oval shaped natural black opal measures 14mm x 11.5mm (4.58 carats). Mixed cut diamonds ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Antique Tahitian Pearl, Tanzanite, Opal & Diamond Brooch/Pendant in Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This antique Tahitian gray baroque pearl piece is uniquely crafted, seamlessly blending antique charm with contemporary elegance. Encircling the gray Tahitian pearl are delicately cr...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Tanzanite, Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 1...
Fine Quality Marquise Shape Opal Pendant in 9ct Yellow Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
9ct Yellow Gold Fine Quality Marquise Shape Opal Pendant on a 18” Gold Chain.
18'' 9ct Gold Trace Chain.
Additional Information:
Opal Weight: 1.50ct
Tot...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Opal and Diamond Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 3.3 Grams
Gemstone Specifications:
Center Gemstone: Opal
Gemstone Measurements: ~12.2 mm x 10.16 mm x 2.97 mm
Gemston...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Custom Australian Boulder Opal 18kt Pendant
Located in Bloomington, MN
Custom Australian Boulder Opal 18kt Pendant
Introducing an exquisite piece of craftsmanship – a stunning Pendant, expertly fashioned from 18 karat yellow gold. It showcases a .02 ca...
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
1.44 Carat Oval Cab Ethiopian Opal Blue Sapphire and Diamond 10K White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique Ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace Ring. The 10k White Gold jewelry boasts Oval Cab Prong Setting Genuine Ethiopian...
Category
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Opal & Diamond Yellow Gold Swirl Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 9.4 Grams
Stone: Opals (3-3.5 mm) & Approx 0.30 TCW (0.03 ct) Diamonds
Measurements: 29.0 x 19.5 mm
Hallmark: 14K
ITEM #: BR-1067-101023-12
Category
20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 2.35 Carat Black Opal Solitaire Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
This awe inspiring black opal rings dates back to the Victorian era. The stunning 2.35 carat gem stone is completely natural and fluoresces wonderfully in the light. The opal is claw...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold
Mid Century Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A stunning choice for any vintage jewelry collection. This estate cocktail ring features a striking 2.64 carat cabochon opal presenting a brilliant play of color. Its mid-century des...
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Opal Sapphire Navette Ring, 14K Yellow Gold, Ring Size 6.5, Rainbow Opal Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
If you're looking for a unique and vibrant ring, this 0.60ctw Opal Sapphire Navette Ring is the perfect choice. Made from 14K yellow gold, this ring features a stunning navette-shape...
Category
1980s Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950's 4.51 Carat Opal and 9K Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
These fine and impressive vintage earrings have been crafted in 9k yellow gold.
Each oval earring displays a collet set cabochon cut white opal, totaling 4.51cts.
The earrings, for pierced ears, secure to the reverse with a post and butterfly fastening.
This vintage pair of stud earrings has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 9 karat gold.
This impressive pair of vintage opal stud earrings...
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 9k Gold
Antique 8.61 Carat White Opal and 0.04 Carat Diamond 15K Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 8.61 carat opal and 0.04 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold and 15 karat white gold set dress ring; part of our diverse antique opal jeweller...
Category
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
1.50ct (each) Boulder Australian Opal 10K Yellow Gold Retro Handmade Clips
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Handmade in 10K yellow gold,
these clip on earrings are retro,
yet in immaculate condition
Each bezel set with
a 1.50ct Boulder Opal from Winton,
(8mm x 9.5mm approx.)
of oval ...
Category
1950s Australian Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold
Victorian opal and diamond five stone ring.
Located in Malmö, SE
Victorian opal and diamond five stone ring. Set with five round cabochon natural white opal in open back claw settings, embellished with an additional eight round rose cut diamonds i...
Category
Early 20th Century European Late Victorian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Black Opal And Diamond Swan Brooch P-923RTX-N
Located in Addison, TX
Dazzle and enchant with this exquisite 18K Black Opal and Diamond Swan Brooch, a true masterpiece of jewelry artistry. Crafted in luxurious 18K gold, t...
Category
1920s Art Nouveau Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Australian Opal Pearl Yellow Gold Estate Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous and timeless, this 14kt Yellow Gold Natural Australian Opal Estate Ring is a captivating accessory.
Boasting a spectacular natural oval Australian opal, and three rows of s...
Category
1940s Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Opal Ring 14k Yellow Gold Sz 7 Triangle Cocktail Jewelry Fine Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage opal cocktail ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s).
Center set opal measures 6mm x 5mm.
The nat...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Artist Jewel Claude Wesel for Fernand Demaret Opal
Located in New York, NY
A unique white fire opal and diamond 18-karat yellow gold art jewel, this ring by Claude West, based at the famed Belgian jeweler Fernand Demaret, is S...
Category
20th Century Belgian Modernist Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Fire Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring 12 Ct Opal 4 Ct Diamond
Located in Kendal, GB
A spectacular vintage cocktail ring built around a spellbinding natural opal at its heart. It weighs approx. 12ct and displays a rainbow of vibrant colours dancing under the surface....
Category
1960s European Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Diamond Ring in 6ct Opal, circa 1940
Located in Kendal, GB
A magnificent Vintage statement ring from the early 20th Century adorned with a spectacular natural Opal in the centre weighing approx. 6ct and framed by a halo of pave set Old Europ...
Category
20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Estate Australian Opal Diamond Ruby Classy Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Striking Classy Style
Timeless elegance for this mid century or later ring
A striking combination of gemstones showing their chromatic appeal on this finely hand crafted 9 Kt solid g...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 9k Gold
Natural White Opal Laughing Buddha "Budai" Carving. 35mm x 25mm.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Natural White Opal Laughing Buddha "Budai" Carving
35mm x 25mm
Total item's weight: 6.9gr.
Category
1960s Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal
Vintage Opal and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The opals in this three stone ring reflect wonderful colours and either side of the central stone sits a pair of rose cut diamonds. They are set in simple claw settings and all model...
Category
1960s British Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold
Australian 10.38ct Boulder Opal, Diamond & 18K Gold Ring
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
This amazing boulder opal is the best gem opal we have ever had in a ring. It has outstanding clarity with crisp sharp colours and patterns without equal.
The block harlequin patter...
Category
Late 20th Century Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Opal Dial Vintage Watch
Located in New York, NY
Quartz movement, opal dial and crown, round diamonds, 18k yellow gold, signed Tiffany & Co., Swiss made, Germany, numbered
Size/Dimensions: case 23.35 mm, 15.5 cm (61/8 in)
Gross We...
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stunning Natural Black Opal Earrings Sapphires And Diamonds Cluster Setting
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP
Black Opals = 6.70 Carats
Diamonds = 5.20 Carats
Blue Sapphires = 7 Carats
Dimensions: 65 x 39 mm
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Category
20th Century Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Retro 8.0 Australian Opal Rose Cut Diamond 18 Kt Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This remarkable Retro Opal & Diamond ring is 1940 ca
Hand crafted in a skillfully manner of solid 18 KT gold
Classy in design consisting in a centre large Opal set in a halo of rose cut Diamonds and lovely leaf open work delineating the sides and the reverse
Crowned by a rub over set, large natural Australian Opal 8.0 Ct – measuring 19.93 mm. x 16.48 mm.
it displays a myriad of color flashes getting trough as hitting the light, truly beautiful
Special character is given by the halo of rose cut Diamond with lovely twinkling, approx. 1.0 Ct in total
It is quite a standout piece of the vintage jeweler...
Category
1940s European Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Mid-Century Black Opal and Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One black opal and diamond 18K white gold pendant centering one pear-shaped cabochon black opal weighing 4.50 ct. with 19 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.80 ct. with I-J colo...
Category
1950s Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Opal Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Tested 18 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Ring. This lovely antique ring features five AA quality oval opals prong-set on a raised gallery. One opal measures 7....
Category
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
100 Year Old Antique Opal Diamond Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications:
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 4.1 Grams
Opal Diameter: 5 mm
Diamond Color: H-I
Diamond Count: 20 Single cut diamonds
Diamond Clarity: SI1-...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Oval-Cab Ethiopian Opal Accented with White Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique Ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace Ring. The 14K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts with Oval-Cab Ethiopian Opal 1 pcs 5.40...
Category
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal & Ruby Cocktail ring in 14KT yellow gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Unique Opal and Ruby cocktail ring in 14KT gold. The ring looks very intersting with glimses of ranbow colors in the opal and stunning pinkish red rubies to balance it off. The ring ...
Category
20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid Century Opal Flower Power Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This affordable vintage 1970s cocktail ring is sure to turn heads. With airy openwork, a perfect pinky ring, (or on any finger) elongating the finger and accenting your other accesso...
Category
1970s Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Mosaic Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Mosaic Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7.25-
This lovely ring features one mosaic opal gemstone (8 mm x 8 mm) and three round sing...
Category
20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century White Opal and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One mid-century white opal and diamond platinum ring centering one oval cabochon white opal weighing 5.75 ct. surrounded by twenty round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 1.25 ct. with...
Category
1950s Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Natural Opal Diamond Ring Vintage 14k White Gold Pear Cocktail Jewelry Sz 10.5
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage natural opal & diamond ring (circa 1960s to 1970s) crafted in 14 karat white gold.
Cabochon cut pear shaped natural opal measures 10mm x 7mm (estimated at 1.50 cara...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Heart Opal Heart Halo Diamond Pendant
Located in beverly hills, CA
This beautiful and elegant antique 14k yellow gold pendant showcase a beautiful heart shaped opal framed in a halo of diamonds. The natural opal heart weighs approximately 0.80 carat...
Category
Early 20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Important Lightning Ridge 15 Carat Black Opal Diamond Vintage Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This stunning black opal and diamond necklace is sure to impress. The nearly 15 carat centerpiece opal from the renowned Lightning Ridge, Australia mine features a breathtaking harle...
Category
1960s Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Black Opal, Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Vintage Opal and 9 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The opals in this ring are gorgeous and throw some great colours. They are set upon an ornate gallery in 9ct gold claw settings.
Ring Size: N or 6 3/4
Band Width: 5.5mm
Height Off...
Category
1980s British Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold
6 Carat Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Halo Ring 14 Karat Gold Antique Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular antique Mexican Fire Opal 20 Diamond Ring. The ring is 14 Karat White Gold. The sparkling oval Mexican Fire Opal is approximately 6 Carats and is one of the m...
Category
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Fire Opal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
English Opal and Rose-cut Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Set in 18K gold, this opal and diamond ring dates from circa 1900. It is set with three slightly graduating cabochon opal interspersed with lines of three rose- cut diamonds. With th...
Category
Early 20th Century English Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire & Opal Vintage Halo Ring 14k Marquise 4.20ctw Bamboo Flower
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4
Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 2 sizes for $30
Era: Vintage
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Natural Sapphire
Treatment: Heating
Carat(s): .60c...
Category
20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Solid Australian Crystal Opal Grooved Ring 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Forged in 9 carat gold, The Lioria Ring has been carefully crafted to last through the centuries. The gorgeous crystal opal flashes blue and green with the slightest of fire. For him...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal, Diamond and Amethyst Bee Pendant
Located in London, GB
A gem set bee pendant, with an oval cabochon cut opal and a round cabochon cut amethyst set to the body, articulating wings, set with eight-cut diamonds, a...
Category
1960s British Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau 5.0 Ct Natural Opal .50 Ct Old Cut Diamond Leaf earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
These very pretty antique earrings are beginning of last century, 1900 ca
Hand crafted of pale yellow solid 18 KT topped by silver
Art Nouveau leaf design top adorning two custom cut...
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Opal Diamond Halo Ring, 14K Yellow Gold, Ring Size 7, Rainbow Opal Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
This gorgeous opal diamond halo ring is a true showstopper that will add a touch of sparkle and color to any outfit. Crafted in 14K yellow gold, the ring features a 0.53 carat oval-s...
Category
1990s Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jelly Opal 4.20 Ct and Diamond Dangly Drop earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Magic Rainbow Dropping from Ears
Mesmerizing Opals are the star of these ear drops
Designed as swinging oval drops with two Opals surrounded by a halo of Diamonds topped by a small s...
Category
Late 20th Century European Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Diamond & Opal Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
This is a remarkable vintage piece made in the style of antique Victorian jewelry, featuring a mystical opal gemstone. The necklace with pendant is composed of two parts; a top lace-...
Category
1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Newport Opal Rock Crystal Ladies Drop Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb‘s Newport earrings were originally commissioned by Doris Duke, the billionaire tobacco heiress and philanthropist, whose art-filled Newport home, Rough Point, is now open ...
Category
20th Century American Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Opal, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold
Natural Boulder Opal Clip-On Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Natural Boulder Opal Clip-On Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold. The earrings feature two free form natural boulder opals that measure approximately 1.25" by 1". The dimensions of the earri...
Category
20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Opal Green Tourmaline Amethyst Yellow Gold Contemporary Brooch Pin
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vibrant diamond and gemstone brooch handcrafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The pin features inlays of opal gemstone, green tourmaline, amethyst, and round brilliant cut diamonds. The d...
Category
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Yellow 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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