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Period: 20th Century
Gemstone: Opal
Antique Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Tested 18 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Hinged Bangle Bracelet. Nine prong-set Opals and eighteen euro-cut diamonds adorn this lovely bangle bracelet. The carat total weight of the ...
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1910s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Black opal solitaire ring, circa 1930.
Located in London, GB
Black opal solitaire ring. Set with an oval cabochon natural black opal in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 9.70 carats, to an impressive solitaire design feat...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Black Opal, Opal, Platinum
Lapponia 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond & Opal Doublet Ring, 1981
By Lapponia
Located in Glasgow, GB
A Finnish 18ct yellow gold 0.04ct diamond and opal doublet ring designed by Zoltan Popovits for Lapponia.
The ring is hallmarked with the Lapponia m...
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1980s Finnish Modernist Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1900s rose gold and opal marquise ring
Located in PARIS, FR
8K (333°/00) rose gold opal and seed pearls marquise ring.
Diamond-shaped shoulders.
Slight deformation of the bridge.
Hallmark 333
English craftsmanship - circa 1900
Ring size...
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Early 1900s English Belle Époque Antique Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Rose Gold
Pink Opal Onyx Diamond Earrings Long Drops 14k Yellow Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish pair of contemporary pink opal, onyx & diamond drop earrings crated in 14k yellow gold.
Pink opals measure 8mm (upper) and 26mm x 15mm. Onyx measures 8.5mm x 6.5mm. Diamond...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1970s Australian Oval Solid Opal & Diamond Halo Ring 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Embodying the romance and beauty of the Australian outback and crafted in 18 carat gold, this stunning vintage opal ring is surrounded by processions of sparkling white diamonds. Fla...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Opal and Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Style: Opal and Diamond Ring
Total Weight: 4.4 Grams
Ring Size: 6 (resizable)
Gemstone Specifications:
Center Gemstone: Opal
Gemst...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silvia Furmanovich Dangle Drop Earrings 18Kt Gold 18.61 Ctw In Diamonds & Gems
Located in Miami, FL
Dangle drop earrings designed by Silvia Furmanovich.
An exceptional colorful pair of dangle earrings, created in Brazil by the designer Silvia Furmanovich. These fantastic drop earrings are one of a kind and has been crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polish finish. Mounted with wavy elements carved from natural ebony wood and a great selection of natural earth mined gemstones. They are fitted at the reverse with posts for pierced ears and comfortable French omega backs for fastening clips
Diamonds: Mount in a pave setting, with 420 calibrated round brilliant cut diamonds, 6.31 carats, G/H color, SI-1 Clarity.
Fire Opal: Mount in four-prongs settings, with 2 pear faceted cut (15 x 9 x 6 mm) of natural fierce red Brazilian fire opals...
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1990s Brazilian Modernist Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Go...
Vintage Gold, Opal and Ruby Scorpion Earrings, Circa 1990
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fabulous and unique pair of 9ct rose gold insect stud earrings formed in the shape or scorpions. The body and pincers are set with lively, round cabochon opals with electric greens...
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1990s English Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Circa 1900s 14K Yellow Gold Opal, Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Butterfly Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1900s
Item Details:
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 4.6 grams
Diamond Details: .70ct, total weight. Antique single cut. G-H Color, VS Clarity.
Opal...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Opal Diamond Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These Black Opal earrings are oval with a diamond surround. The Opals are 18.54mm x 13.08mm, these are Opal doublets. Set in a surround of Diamonds they measure 23.26mm x 17.51mm. ...
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1950s Artisan Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.33 Carat Pear-Cab Ethiopian Opal Diamond Accents 10k Yellow Gold Studs Earring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Earring is crafted from 10-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace Earring. This Earring is made up of 6x8 mm Pear-cab (2 pcs) 1.33 carat Ethiopian O...
Category
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heirloom Statement Opal, Diamond & Emerald Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Bloomington, MN
Heirloom Statement Opal, Diamond & Emerald Yellow Gold Pendant
Experience the allure of this stunning Pendant, beautifully designed in 14 ...
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Round-Cab Ethiopian Opal 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 Round-Cab Ethiopian Opal 5 pcs 1.1...
Category
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fine Estate Mario Buccellati Cabochon Opal Diamond 18K Two Color Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Stunning and substantial estate Mario Buccellati cabochon opal diamond 18K yellow and patinated white gold earrings
20th Century
Original Buccellati octagonal burgundy leather velvet lined box
The large central 11mm by 9.5mm oval cabochon opals displaying a striking array of colors ranging from turquoise green, violet blue, pink and gold. The gems are set in finely detailed Rose Cut diamond and two color gold settings in the Lace technique, one of the signature Buccellati techniques inspired by Venetian embroideries...
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20th Century Italian Renaissance Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Preowned 14K Yellow Gold Brooch Pin / Pendant with Opals Circa 1960s
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Preowned 14K yellow gold leaf shaped brooch pin/ pendant furnished with 29 opals. The opals are blue/green iridescent color. The sizes range from 2.4mm to 4.2mm. The brooch is in ver...
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Brutalist 14K Black Opal Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This absolutely stunning brutalist 14k yellow gold cocktail ring features a single focal genuine earth-mined oval cabochon of a Black Opal. The stone is...
Category
Late 20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Australian Opal Bar Brooch, Circa 1910 - 1915
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This Australian made 15k yellow gold antique double square bar brooch with a central twisted gold piece. Adorned with scroll & granulation work, fitted with a steel pin. Featuring a ...
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1910s Australian Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 15k Gold
Edwardian c1920's Semi-Black Crystal Opal, Old-Cut Diamond, 15K Gold Bar Brooch
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 centers a bezel...
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1920s English Edwardian Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Diamond, Platinum, 15k Gold
Art Nouveau 2.25 Ct Solid Australian Opal Diamond Tiara Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
1895 The New Art was born in Paris
Art Nouveau jewellery was a short-lived period of design that focused on women and nature and was worn by only select members of society
It only la...
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Edwardian 6.00 Ct Harlequin Opal 1.80 Ct Diamond 18 KT Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This gorgeous Edwardian period necklace is 1910
Fine hand crafting of 18 KT / Platinum matched with a 9 KT traditional chain as found
A lovely elongated pendant with a diamond line l...
Category
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Platinum
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Butterfly Ring Size 7.25
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Butterfly Ring Size 7.25-
This lovely butterfly ring features one oval opal (9 mm x 6 mm) and two round brilliant cut diamonds set in b...
Category
20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Vintage Opal Dangling Earrings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in US
Vintage! These classic dangling earrings each feature an oval-shaped opal set in a 14KT bezel, hanging off a triangular 14KT vintage motif. Hallmarks: 14K Length: 1.5-inch total le...
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1960s American Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Opal & Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Opal & Diamond Brooch
A platinum and 18 karat white gold brooch set with a center black opal weighing approximately 7.75 carats framed by approxim...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Estate 11.50 Ct. Australian Opal Diamond 18 Kt ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This outstanding Diamond and Opal ring is 1960 ca
Superb hand made mounting made of solid white & yellow 18 Kt gold – designed to exalt the beauty of the main Opal exquisitely comple...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Tested 18 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Pendant. The pendant features a 32.43 x 28 x 61mm (46ct) opal prong-set on a handmade open bezel with mul...
Category
1960s American Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s Solid Oval Australian Opal Pendant & Chain 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 18 carat yellow gold, this adorable pendant features a lovely solid oval Australian crystal opal afire with alluring green and orange play of colour and set into an elegan...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Circa 1960s Garnet, Opal and Pearl Dangle Earrings in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: These Renaissance-style earrings have opals, pearls and square cut garnets in an ornate 14k gold setting.
Circa: 1960s
Metal Type: 14 Karat Gold
Weight: 9.8 grams
Size...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal & Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Opal & Diamond Brooch
1 center opal surrounded by 5 large old mine diamonds & 91 small round cut diamonds, suspending a pear shape cabochon opal set with round cut diamonds
Cente...
Category
1980s Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Opal Tennis Bracelet in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Bracelet Specifications:
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Opal Count: 13 Oval Opals
Opal Carat Weight: ~2.4 carats
Bracelet Length: ~7.25 inches
Bracelet Width: ~ 4 mm
Total Weight: 9.6 ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Black Australian Opal & Diamond Swan Brooch/Pendant Platinum
Located in Dallas, TX
Black Australian Opal & Diamond Swan Brooch/Pendant in Platinum. The swan features a 21.83ct Black Australian Opal and 2.50ctw of round diamonds. The swan...
Category
1980s Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal "Doublet" and Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14 karat Opal "Doublet" and diamond ring with 7 diamond weighing .61pts. This ring is a size 7 but we will size to fit for free.
Specifications:
Vintage (Great condition)
Metal: 14...
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Austrian Art Nouveau Opal Foliage Pearl Wide Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
Epitome of Eternal Beauty
This rare and quite unique Art Nouveau bracelet is 1905 ca
Bears Austrian assay marks – 585 standing for 14 KT solid gold
The distinct artistry of Art Nouve...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Stick Pin with Carved Opal Bust of a Man attributed to Wilhelm Schmidt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Victorian stick pin.
With a finely carved opal bust of a Renaissance period man wearing a feathered cap & full beard (possi...
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1.80ct Opal and 9k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine, and impressive vintage 1.80 carat opal and 9 karat yellow gold ring; part of our diverse 1950s gemstone ring collection.
This fine and impressive opal ring has been crafted ...
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1950s Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold
14k Ethiopian Opal Ring
Located in Austin, TX
An ornate 14k yellow gold Victorian revival ring presenting a beautiful Ethiopian opal weighing approximately 11.5 cts (measured in setting). The ring i...
Category
1970s Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold
Art Deco 1930 Cocktail Ring in Platinum with 6.12cts Australian Opal & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco ring with Australian opal.
Exceptionally beautiful ring, created during the iconic period of the art deco, back in the 1930. This colorful ring personify the deco period...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Black Opal, Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Large Oval Cabochon Opal and Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Ring Size: 7
Total Weight: 6.1 Grams
Gemstone Specifications:
Center Gemstone: Opal
Gemstone Measurements: ~24.5 mm x 11.9 mm x ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.0 Carat Oval-Cab Ethiopian Opal with Diamond Accents 10K Two Tone 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 Two Tone Gold jewelry boasts ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold
Vintage Carved Opal Figa Pendant with 14K Gold CAP
Located in Venice, CA
Carved from opal, this beautiful Figa pendant shimmers in the sunlight. The clenched fist with a thumb extended between two fingers is a symbol for femininity in many cultures. Most ...
Category
1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10 Carat Opal and 2 Carat Diamond Halo Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Style: Opal and Diamond Ring
Total Weight: 13.3 Grams
Ring Size: 5.75 (resizable)
Gemstone Specifications:
Center Gemstone: Opal
G...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Opal Bangle Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This bangle is modelled in 9carat gold and holds a total of 9 graduated opals. In between the bright and colourful opals there are sparkly diamond points. Fully hallmarked Sheffield ...
Category
1990s British Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
AntiqueOpal Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An Antique Opal Bead Necklace with gold bead spacers.
The opals are lovely quality and in good condition. It was re-strung with gold beads added but could ...
Category
1930s Australian Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold
Karbra 3.75 Carat Opal Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Exceptional Karbra fine opal brooch pendant necklace. Antique revival style made in the 1960's by Karbra. 3 oval opals are mounted in the center of the 14k yellow gold pendant accent...
Category
Mid-20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Native American Southwest Cuff Bracelet in Sterling with Graduated Fire Opals
Located in Miami, FL
A Native American cuff bracelet.
Beautiful tribal piece with gorgeous eye appeal, created by the southwestern native Americans, back in the 1970. This unusual cuff bracelet was comp...
Category
1970s American Native American Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Carved Opal and Onyx 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Cameo Pendant Circa 1960s
Located in North Attleboro, MA
An exquisite Vintage Carved Opal Cameo Pendant, a lovely piece of mid-century artistry that showcases the ethereal beauty of opal and the timeless elegance of cameo jewelry...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marcus & Co. Art Deco Octagonal Black Opal Emerald Diamond Platinum Halo Ring
By Marcus & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an octagonal shaped opal cabochon measuring 11.0 x 11.0 mm - translucent black in body color. Exhibiting strong spectral play-of-color - natural with no indications of trea...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Important Arts and Crafts Black Opal Galleon Necklace
Located in Riverdale, NY
Important Arts and Crafts Galleon Necklace by an extraordinary, anonymous period jeweler circa 1910, likely made in the Boston area of sterling silver and ...
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1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Citrine, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Pear Shaped Opal and Diamond Squiggly Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Ring Size: 7
Total Weight: 6.5 Grams
Gemstone Specifications:
Center Gemstone: Opal
Gemstone Measurements: ~13.49 mm x 8 mm x 2....
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian´s Lightning Ridge Dark Solid Opal and Diamond Pendant
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Australian´s Lightning Ridge Dark Opal and Diamond Pendant mounted in 18 Karat Gold. First Quarter 20th Century.
Quite noticeable approx. near 1-inch long, a many-splendored gemsto...
Category
Early 20th Century European Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold
0.73 Carat Round-cab Ethiopian Opal with Diamond Accents 10K Yellow Gold Earring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Earring is crafted from 10-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Earring is made up of 5.0 mm Round Cab Ethiopian Opal (2 pcs) 0.73 carat and...
Category
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14k Art Nouveau Fire Opal Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Dating from the early 20th century, this ravishing Art Nouveau ring centers on a glowing Mexican opal filled with confetti-like flashes of bright yellow, vibrant red, brilliant blue ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Opal Pin/Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Opal Brooch/Pendant-
This lovely piece features 32 opals set in beautifully detailed 14K yellow gold. Can...
Category
20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold
Estate 14K Opal Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An astounding estate 14K opal diamond halo cocktail ring. Features a huge oval white opal cabochon, 18kt two-tone gold opal and diamond halo ring. Featuring a...
Category
Late 20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Pendant, .50tdw, 4.8g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies opal and diamond pendant in 14k yellow gold setting.
Stamped 14k and weighs 4.8 grams gross weight.
Beautiful solid opal with blue, green and red play of color.
The measuremen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Opal and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
In between two round sparkling diamonds measuring 4pts each sits a gorgeous opal. The opal measures 70pts and the diamonds are set in platinum illusion settings. The ring itself is m...
Category
1960s British Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 7.39ct Opal Ruby and 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive 7.39 carat opal, 0.02 ruby and 18 karat yellow gold bird brooch; part of our diverse vintage bird brooches collection.
This fine and impressive vintage opal brooch...
Category
1950s Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Natural Opal Diamond Ring 14k White Gold Cocktail Oval Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage opal & diamond cocktail ring (circa 1950s to 1960s), crafted in 14 karat white gold.
Solid natural opal measures 12mm x 10mm (estimated at 5 carats) accente...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White 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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