Opal Jewelry
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Gemstone: Opal
Vintage Opal and 18 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 flush within the 18ct gold claws, there are also diamond points and a very ornate gallery. Fully hallmarked London 1967...
Category
1960s British Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold
Natural 12.61 Ct Australian green-blue black boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This rare 12.61 Ct Australian black boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2021. Sue processed the rough opal herself and cu...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Black Opal, Opal
Natural Opal Cocktail Ring Set With Multicolor Sapphires and Diamonds 11 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP
All Gemstones are Natural
1 Opal = 6.25 Carat
8 Multicolor Sapphires = 3.85 Carats
152 Diamonds = 1.40 Carats
Metal: Black Rhodium Plated S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Rhodium
Opal 14k gold ring.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Opal 14k gold ring.
Cabochon Opal ring. Opal gold ring. ring. Opal vintage ring. Opal engagement ring. October birthstone ring.
Metal: 14k solid gold
Weight: 2.1 g (depends from siz...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Natural Multi Stone 12 Carat Rainbow Tennis Bracelet Set In Silver
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP
Natural Stones: Amethyst, Peridot, Citrine, Tanzanite, Garnet, Rhodolite Garnet, Apatite, Opal
Number Of Stones: 35
Cut = Oval
Metal: Sterli...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Tanzanite, Apatite, Rhodolite, Peridot, Opal, Garnet, Citrine, Amethyst,...
Handmade 16.45 Carat Fire Opal Tennis Bracelet in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
Beautifully handcrafted silver Handmade 16.45 Carat Fire Opal Tennis Bracelet, designed with love, including handpicked luxury gemstones for each designer piece. Grab the spotlight w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural 11.52 Ct Australian rainbow boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 11.52 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in Western Queensland, Australia in 2021. Sue processed the rough opal herself and cut...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal
Oval Shaped Vivid Fire Opal With Diamonds In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.078g,D:0.68ct, Opal:4.58ct,
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 20.39 Ct Australian kite-shaped boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This unique 20.39 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2020. Sue processed the rough opal herself and cut in...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Black Opal
Genuine opal 14k gold ring.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Genuine opal 14k gold ring.
Opal engagement ring. Opal vintage ring. Opal gold ring. October birthstone ring. Opal cabochon ring.
Metal: 14kt solid gold
Total weight: 2 gr (depends...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Natural 23.20 Ct large teardrop boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 23.20 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2021. Sue processed the rough opal herself and cut...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal
Round Opal cabochon 14k gold ring.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Round Opal cabochon 14k gold ring.
Ring with Opal, Sapphires. Black opal gold ring. Antique/Art Deco Gold Ring. Vintage style opal ring.
Meta...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Handmade 56" Peruvian Pink Opal Necklace, Peridot, Amethyst, Apatite
Located in New York, NY
One of a Kind 56" Long Necklace with Gemstone Peruvian Pink Opals, Fine Gemstone Quality Faceted Peridot and Brazilian Amethyst, hand cut Apatite Rondelles can be doubled with a Ster...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Opal Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Opal, Peridot, Apatite, Sterling Silver
Doublet Opal & Blue Sapphire Bracelet Accented With Emerald & Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:52.138g,D:5.38ct, Emer:4.89ct,Opal:32.42ct,Sapp:7.77ct
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Opal 14k gold ring.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Opal 14k gold ring.
Opal spiral ring. Oval cabochon Opal ring. 14k gold ring with Opal. Opal engagement ring. October Birthstone Ring.
Metal: 14k gold
Total weight: 1.9 g depends ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Exceptional Lightning Ridge Crystal Opal 22K Gold Handmade Ring, Talkative 2022
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Editions Ring hand-fabricated in Japan by jewelry designer Shinobu Marotta (Talkative Atelier) showcasing an extraordinary 5.61 carat crystal semi black opal from the coveted Lightning Ridge mine in Australia, framed and bezel-set in satin-finished 22k yellow gold atop an intricately hand-crafted band in satin-finished 18k yellow gold. This translucent precious opal has phenomenal iridescence with strong rainbow fire.
Size 6.7 US / 53 EU. Stamped and hallmarked. Loose opal...
Category
2010s Japanese Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Black Opal, Opal, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Set in 18K Gold, white Ethiopian Opal, Blue Sapphires & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Ethiopian Opal & Blue Sapphires Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the pear shaped cabochon Opal is 6.67 carats. The Opal is...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Gold, Old Mine Diamond, and Heart-Shaped Opal Toi et Moi Ring
Located in New York, NY
An antique late Victorian period gold, diamond, and opal "Toi et Moi" ring comprised of juxtaposed carved opal hearts in an old-mine cut diamond surround, in 14k. Atw diamonds 0.63 ...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Opal 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Crescent Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an ornately pierced scroll motif crescent-shaped form
Featuring round-shaped opal cabochons prong set throughout
Translucent white in body color with spectral play-of-co...
Category
1860s Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon opal 14k gold ring.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Cabochon opal 14k gold ring.
Gold ring with Opal. Minimalist opal ring. Opal engagement ring. Opal promise ring. Opal Birthstone Ring.
Metal: 14k gold
Weight: 1.8 g. depends from ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
14k gold ring with Opal.
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with Opal.
Oval cabochon opal ring. Opal gold ring. Opal engagement ring. Gold Leaves, Flower gold ring. Opal vintage ring.
Metal: 14k gold
Weight 2.38 gr depends ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Natural 9.47 Ct Australian crystal conch-shell opal carving mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 9.47 Ct Australian gem crystal opal, carved into a conch shell, is a truly exceptional addition to any collection, mined by Sue Cooper herself. Its rarity, coupled wit...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Opal
Mens Gold Ring with Opal.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mens Gold Ring with Opal.
Gold ring for men with opal. Opal cabochon gold ring. Unisex ring with opal. Natural opal ring. Casual opal ring.
Metal: 14k solid gold
Total weight: 1.8 ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Opal engagement gold ring.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Opal engagement gold ring.
Oval Opal ring. Opal gold ring. Opal stacking ring. Minimalist Opal ring. Opal promise ring. Casual opal ring
Metal: 14k solid gold
Weight: 1.8 gr depen...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
14 k gold ring with opal, peridot, diamonds.
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 k gold ring with opal, peridot, diamonds.
Dainty opal ring. Opal promise ring. Opal engagement ring. Oval opal ring. Opal vintage ring.
Metal: 14k gold
Weight: 2.0 g. depends fr...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Diamond Halo Opal Ring in 14k Gold.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Diamond Halo Opal Ring in 14k Gold.
Opal gold ring. Opal engagement ring. Round opal ring. Everyday opal ring. October birthstone opal ring.
Metal type: Gold
Metal stamp: 14k Gold
...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Natural solid 21.67 Ct Crystal Starfish Australian Opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 21.67 Ct Australian gem crystal opal, carved into a large starfish, is a truly exceptional addition to any collection, mined by Sue Cooper herself. Its rarity, coupled...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Opal
Cluster ring set with opal and diamonds 18k pink gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k pink gold ring set with opal 0.65 ct and brilliant cut diamonds up to. approx. 0.24ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5 (55)
Detailed description
the top of the ri...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
42" One of Kind Pink Chalcedony, Pink Peruvian Opals, and Tanzanite Necklace
Located in New York, NY
42" Long Rare Quality Translucent Natural Pink Chalcedony, with Peruvian Pink Opals and Peruvian Pink and Tanzanite Rondelles and Sterling Lobster Clasp. Perfect length to double.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Opal Jewelry
Materials
Chalcedony, Opal, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
Snake gold ring with Opal.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Snake gold ring with Opal.
Opal 14k gold ring. Snake gold ring. Genuine Opal ring. Oval Opal ring. October birthstone ring. Animal gold ring
Metal: 14k gold.
Weight: 2.25 g. depend...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Natural 4.40 Ct Gem Grade Black Boulder Opal Heart mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
Introducing our exquisite black boulder heart opal! This rare 4.40 Ct Australian black boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia i...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Black Opal
Opal Inlay and Diamond Huggie Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications:
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Earring Diameter: 18 mm
Gemstone Inlay: Black Opal
Diamond Carat Weight: 0.12
Diamond Color: G-H
Diamond Clarity: SI1
Total Wei...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Natural 9.59 Ct rainbow Australian boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 7.66 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Mt. Margaret opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2024. Sue processed the rough opal herself an...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal
Natural 4.95 Ct Wood Replacement Cloud Boulder Opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This pretty two-tone 4.95 Ct wood replacement opal, carved into a cloud, is a truly exceptional addition to any collection, mined by Sue Cooper herself. Its rarity, coupled with its ...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Opal
Natural 9.36 Ct Australian wood replacement opal heart mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This brilliant 9.36 Ct wood replacement opal, carved into a heart, is a truly exceptional addition to any collection, mined by Sue Cooper herself. Its rarity, coupled with its modern...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal
Natural 4.28 Ct Australian stripy circle boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This stunning 4.28 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2023. Sue processed the rough opal herself and cut i...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal
Natural 9.42 Ct Australian light pastel boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This lovely 9.42 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2022. Sue processed the rough opal herself and cut int...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal
Round cabochon opal ring in 14k gold.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Round cabochon opal ring in 14k gold.
Elephant gold ring. Earth on elephant ring. Animal gold ring. Dainty opal ring. Multicolor opal ring.
This mesmerizing ring features two intri...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold
Sea Crab set: earrings studs and ring with opals in 14k gold.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Sea Crab set: earrings studs and ring with opals in 14k gold.
Round cabochon opal earrings and ring in 14k gold.
Earrings:
Metal: 14k gold
Weight: 2.20 g.
Size: 10x8 mm
Main ston...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Black Opal Studs Earrings Natural Blue Australian Gemstones Unisex Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver earrings with natural Black Opal
gemstones origin - Australia
stone measurements 0.24 x 0.31 in / 6 х 8 mm
opal weight - 1.10 carats
earrings weight - 2.21 grams
Category
2010s German Artisan Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
9.25 carats, Ethiopian Opal, Blue & Pink Sapphires & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very beautiful & gorgeous, modern style Ethiopian Opal, Blue Sapphire & Pink Sapphire Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the Opal is 9.25 carats. The Opa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Gold leaves ring with opal.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Gold leaves ring with opal.
Opal engagement ring. Opal 14k gold ring. Opal vintage ring. October birthstone ring. Oval Opal ring.
Metal: 14kt solid gold
Total weight: 1.8 gr (depen...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Natural 4.15 Ct Australian pastel boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This lovely 4.15 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Russells opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2022. Sue processed the rough opal herself and cut i...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal
Natural 5.89 Ct Australian boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This amazing 5.89 Ct Australian black boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2023. Sue processed the rough opal herself and ...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Black Opal, Opal
18K Gold, 8.92 carats, Ethiopian Opal, Multi Sapphires & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Ethiopian Opal & Multi Sapphires Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 8.92 carats. The Opal has a green ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Natural 11.94 Ct Australian Crystal Nautilus opal carving mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 11.94 Ct Australian gem crystal opal, carved into a nautilus shell, is a truly exceptional addition to any collection, mined by Sue...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Opal
Bracelot set with opal and brilliant cut diamonds up to 5.00ct 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold bracelet set with opal and brilliant cut diamonds. 5.00ct - F/G - VS/SI - 20.5 cm long
detailed description
the length of the bracelet is 20.5 cm long by 1.5 cm wid...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 8.30 Ct Australian pastel boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This lovely 8.30 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2024. Sue processed the rough opal herself and cut int...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal
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
Natural Australian Opal GRS 3.53 ct
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing an exquisite marvel of nature: the Natural Australian Opal, ablaze with the fire of the heavens! This majestic collector's item, GRS certified and originating from the la...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Australian Antique Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal
Natural 13.31 Ct Austalian Boulder Oval Opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
Discover the mesmerising beauty of this exquisite 13.31 Ct Australian Boulder oval opal, mined by Sue Cooper from her Mt. Margaret opal mine in Western Queensland, Australia.
This...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal
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
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
Natural 6.27 Ct Wood Replacement Australian Opal Cloud mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This brilliant purple 4.95 Ct wood replacement opal, carved into a cloud, is a truly exceptional addition to any collection, mined by Sue Cooper herself. Its rarity, coupled with its...
Category
2010s Australian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal
Opal Studs 18K Gold Earrings Natural Australian Opal
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold stud earrings with bright Black Opal
gemstone origin - Australia
gem size is 5 x 7 mm
opals weight - 0.55 carat
earrings weight - 1.1 grams
ref No 2459
Worldwide sh...
Category
2010s Artisan Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Opal and Blue Topaz Ring Size 6 #17061
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Opal and Blue Topaz Ring Size 6
This stunning ring feature seven round opal stones and 12 baguette cut blue topaz stones set ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Blue Topaz, 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
Opal Cocktail Statement one-of-a-kind ring by the artist in 14 Kt Gold Filled
Located in Engelberg, CH
Introducing ring Astrude – a captivating and unique cocktail jewel. This masterpiece epitomises the essence of raw elegance, as she is created around a chunk of raw opal, which is al...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold-filled
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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