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Gemstone: Opal
Steven Battelle 2.1 Carats Ethiopian Opal 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
A very vibrant and flashing 9 x 11 mm oval cabochon "Welo Mine" Ethiopian opal is surrounded by delicate "spirals and jawan" artisan crafted gold wire framing in this classic ancient...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold
12 Carat Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
12 Carat Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold size 6.5
Oval Natural Opal A classic, Cocktail ring
14 Karat Yell...
Category
2010s Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Opal & Multi Gemstone Antique Style Angel Wings 18K White Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
An exceptional well crafted Art Deco inspired white gold brooch. Centered with an approx. 4.51 carat Ethiopian opal with the wings on both side. Each wing features scrolling detail a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Necklace and pendant with opal and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.60ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with an entourage pendant set with a central opal surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds up to 0.60 ct - F/G - VS/SI - 50 cm long
Detailed description
The nec...
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2010s Dutch Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
BLACK OPAL 1940 European Vintage Dangle Earrings In 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of vintage earrings with black opals.
This is a beautiful pair of European dangle drops earrings, most probably created in Germany, back in the late 1940's. The earrings have b...
Category
1940s Australian Modernist Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Black Opal, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,198 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Opal Onyx and Diamond Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Opal, Onyx, and Diamond Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring in 14K White Gold is a captivating fusion of color and craftsmanship. The luminous opal at its center is framed by sparkling...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Contemporary Australian Opal & Sapphire Ring 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
With her stunning opal framed in rich blue sapphires, The Carole Ring is a nod to a glamorous past. Influenced by an era when technicolour reigned in all its vivid glory, she is a mu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Oceanic Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Opal, Gold
Dalben Australian Lightning Ridge Opal Rose Gold Necklace
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design hand crafted necklace composed of 114 carat Australian Opals from Lightning Ridge and 18 k rose gold satin finishing closure.
The necklace length is 17,12 inch (43,5 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 18K Gold Platinum Opal, Demantoid Garnet, Diamond, Enamel Pansy Necklace
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique opal, demantoid garnet, diamond, enamel, platinum and yellow gold necklace, comprising one carved opal, one round cut demantoid garnet, eight old single cut diamonds, and ...
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
14k Massive Gold Ring with Cabochon Ruby and Opals, Vintage Inspired Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k massive gold ring with ruby and opals. July birthstone.
total weight 6.05 g.
14 kt solid gold no hallmark (tested in lab)
Gemstones (all are natural tested by professional gemmo...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
$1,328 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Gin and Grace 14K Ethiopian Opal and Emerald Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your elegance with these stunning Ethiopian Opal and Emerald Earrings, a true celebration of color and craftsmanship. Each earring fea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Australian Lightning Ridge Black Opal Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A rare and truly amazing Australian Lightning Ridge black opal is the center piece of this lovely handcrafted white gold diamond ring. The ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Gold
Kai Green Peridot Opal Tsavorite Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Discover Kai's Green Peridot Opal Tsavorite Cluster Cocktail Ring, a stunning masterpiece that merges the vibrant energy of green peridot, the mysterious shimmer of opals, and the de...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Peridot, Tsavorite, 14k Gold
Peruvian Pink Opal Flower Oval Green Onyx Cabochon Solid 14K Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Carved Peruvian Pink Opal Flower measuring 30x38 mm. with in the center an Oval Green Onyx cabochon size 5x7 mm set in solid 14 Kt yellow gold is mounted on top of a 14 Kt. yellow go...
Category
2010s Thai Artisan Opal Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, Opal, Yellow Gold
$760 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Clarissa Bronfman "Crescendo V" Sapphire Ruby Gold Diamond Symbol Tree Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Our signature Symbol Tree Necklaces are each unique and made to be versatile. Attaches to 17 inch black leather sude cord with Silver Auto Lock Clasp (included) so charms cascade dow...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Black Opal, Ruby, Opal, Diamond, Amber, Enamel, Sterling Silve...
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond, Emeralds, Sapphire & Opal Ring Set 18K Gold &
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamonds, Emeralds, Sapphire & Opal Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Natural Center Orange Opal
9.00 Carat
Natural Emeralds
3.00 Carats
Natural Sapphires
3.0...
Category
Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Opal Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
3 Ruby Oval Cabs 14 Kt Yellow Gold Diamonds Pink Opal Pear Shape Drops Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elegant and completely handmade Earrings consisting of an upper part of 3 oval shape Ruby cabs of 4 mm x 5 mm set together in 14 Kt yellow gold with 2 small diamonds in the center, a...
Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
Opal Bangle in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
14 Karat yellow gold bangle with opal center stone and opal accents. This charming bracelet is from the 1950's.
Category
1950s Unknown Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,000 Sale Price
27% Off
14.65 Ct Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14.65 Carats Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
The opal has beautiful fire, pictures don't show the whole beauty of the opal!
Total Natural O...
Category
2010s American Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Morganite Ballet Pink Opal Inlay Toggle Choker Necklace, Dahlia V Necklace
Located in Colleyville, TX
Varying shades of ballet pink and pink grapefruit colored luxe morganite beryl beads are gently separated, creating a bountiful statement choker necklace designed to celebrate spring...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Opal Jewelry
Materials
Morganite, Opal, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
$648 Sale Price
20% Off
2.88 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Vintage Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed, Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Oval Black Opal, weighing approx. 2.88 Carat and surrounded...
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Oval Opal Stud Earrings, 14k Yellow Gold, Length 7mm
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones:
opal, 2 stones
oval cab
7.2 x 5.2 mm
Length: 7 mm
Width: 5 mm
Weight: .8 dwts / 1.2 grams
Stamps: "14k"
A Couple Of Things to Note:
* This is a vintage item and may show...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Green Opal and Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Opal Necklace
Green Opals, 14k Gold
16 of beautiful green-hued 8mm rondelle opals.
This necklace has four large gold beads at the center of the necklace and four smaller gold bea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
1.14 Carat Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 10 Karat Rose gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful opal ring is crafted in 10-karat Rose gold and features a 1.14 carat Ethiopian Opal & 56 Round Diamonds in GH- I1 quality with 0.22 ct. in a prong-setting. This ring c...
Category
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Rose Gold, 10k Gold
Vintage Multi-Strand Opal Bead Necklace, 14k Gold Clasp With Pearls
Located in Milford, DE
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite multi-strand opal bead necklace. Expertly crafted with five luxurious strands, each one is intricately adorned with lustrous opal ...
Category
20th Century European Artisan Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold
Elegant Cabochon Opal with Zircon Halo Ring Mothers Day Gift in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Cabochon Opal with Zirconia Halo Ring in 925 Solid Sterling Silver. You shall need these statement ring to make a statement with your look. Each piece features dazzling cubic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
$100 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Edwardian Opal and Ruby 9 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning glossy gold band holds three wonderfully coloured opals which reflect the light beautifully. Either side of the central opal there sits a pair of rubies, these total 20...
Category
1970s British Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Ruby, Gold
Moon Earring Opal Gold
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earring Crescent Moon Opal Gold J Dauphin
J DAUPHIN "Moon Child" Made in 14 karat gold with Opal
This piece come as a single earring.
Hand made in Los Angeles
Originally the name ...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
An Edwardian opal and diamond cluster ring
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian opal and diamond cluster ring, the oval cabochon-cut opal measuring approximately 16x9mm, surrounded by thirty-two single-cu...
Category
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Denise Roberge 18k Yellow Gold Oval Opal Bezel Diamond Large Bold Heavy Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - White Color Back w/ Very Nice Play of Green & Blue Colors - 22x15.2mm (approx.)
(32) Natural Genuine Diamonds...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,797 Sale Price
20% Off
Steven Battelle 1.2 Carats Ethiopian Opal 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
Approximately 6 x 8 mm and 7 x 9 mm oval and trillium shaped "Welo mine" Ethiopian opal cabochons are set in artisan crafted "line texture" 18K gold bezels with a double "jawan" gran...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold
Gem Quality Black Opal Necklace Pendant 18K Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon
Located in Dearborn, MI
Gem Quality Black Opal Necklace Pendant 18K Yellow Gold
Features a Gem Quality 13 x 7mm Oval Cabochon Black Opal Gemstone
Accented by a Round Brilliant Cut Diamond
100% Natural ...
Category
2010s Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Epic 52.38ct Boulder Opal 22k Gold Handmade Chain 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...
Category
2010s American Artist Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Minimalist Round Shaped Australian Doublet Opal & Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Round-Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order!
Opal—the queen of gem...
Category
2010s American Artist Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$470 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Platinum Large GIA 6.23ctw Thick Opal & Diamond Sides Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Gray Color Back w/ Amazing Play of Green & Blue Color - 14.88 x 10.43 x 5.85mm / 6.07ct (exact - stamp...
Category
20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
$2,080 Sale Price
20% Off
A.Jeschel Precious Larimar and Pearl Necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Make a statement with this uniquely sea-colored Larimar and pearl necklace. Mined exclusively from the Dominican Republic's underwater mines, Larimar is a rare and prec...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Larimar, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Lapis Sapphire "Carmen" Rosary & Ebony Diamond LOVE & Amber
Located in New York, NY
This one of a kind curated necklace consists of our Signature "Carmen" beaded necklace that can be worn in several different styles.
It is able to be worn clasped around the necklac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Tourmaline, Quartz, Opal, Lapis Lazuli, Labradorite, Hematite,...
Pink Oval Round Drops Oval Solid Opal Cabochons 14 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
These simple but elegant earrings have 2 Solid Opal Oval Cabs 10mm x 11 mm set in yellow gold at the top to which are suspended 2 Pink Opal Plain Round Drops measuring 13mm x 15 mm.
...
Category
Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$480 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage opal diamond 14k yellow gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage ring from the 1980s is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a 2.90 carat opal with captivating play-of-color. Surrounding the center are 18 round brilliant cut diamon...
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 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
Intense Gray Crystal Opal Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Fine opal ring featuring a 12c approximate weight Australian square shaped gray crystal opal with green, blue and orangish red play of color mounted in ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
27.00 Carat Natural Australian Opal 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
27.00Ct Natural Australian Opal 14K Solid Yellow Gold Necklace
Amazing looking piece!
Stamped: 14K
Total Natural Oval Cut Opals Weight is...
Category
2010s American Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Yellow Gold, Italian
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Large 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Cocktail Ring Featuring A 15mm x 12mm Oval Opal Weighing Approximately 5.00 Carats with Stunning Play of Color Including Red, Purple, and Green Fla...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
La Triomphe 14k Gold & Palladium Opal Diamond Black Enamel Cluster Flower Ring
By La Triomphe
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(13) Natural Genuine Opal - 1 Round Cabochon Cut & 12 Marquise Cabochon Cut - Bezel & Prong Set - White Color w/ Many Play of Green & Blue Color - 3.6mm (round), range ...
Category
20th Century Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$2,637 Sale Price
20% Off
14 Carat Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
approximately 14 Carat Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring size 5.5
Oval Natural Opal A classic, Cocktail...
Category
2010s Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Inspired Oval Australian Solid Opal Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Vintage Inspired Australian Solid Opal Ring with Beautiful Hues of Aurora Flame.
Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order!
Opal—the queen of ...
Category
2010s American Artist Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
VICTORIAN 1880 Antique Ring In Yellow Gold With 8.95 Ctw In Opal And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian classic cocktail ring with opal.
Gorgeous antique ring, created during the Victorian period in England, back in the 1880. The beautiful statement cocktail ring has been designed with classic patterns in an oval shape. It was carefully crafted in yellow gold of 14 karats with a bezel made in yellow gold of 9 karats and .800/.999 silver for the setting of the thirty-two European rose cut diamonds. The settings of the gemstones are finished with millegrain technique.
Opal: Mount in the center in a bezel setting, with 1 oval cabochon cut (19 x 12 x 6 mm) of a natural opal, with an estimate weight of 7.89 carats. The opal is natural, not treated and with partial white matrix in the under bottom.
Diamonds: Mounted around the center gemstone in flush settings, with 32 old European rose cut natural diamonds, with a combined weight of 1.06 carats.
Birthstone: Opal for the month of October.
Weight: 5.40 Grams, (3.46 Dwt).
Size: 6.5 and may be easily sized on request.
Measurements: 25.4 mm by 18 mm (0.71 x 0.71 Inches) and raise 7 mm over the finger.
Hallmarks: No marks, the ring was electronically tested for 14 karats gold, 9 karats gold and .800 silver on top.
Victorian Jewelry
This era was one of the most influenced and influential periods of antique jewelry. This period is defined by the British monarch, in this case, Alexandrina Victoria, the Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, as well as the Empress of India, years 1837-1901. There are 3 sub-periods within this era. First, the early, Romantic period, which is soaked in traditions, natural motifs in gold and silver, clear stones only being worn during the day and colored gems by night. The second being the Grand or mourning period, which coincides with the death of Queen Victoria's husband, Prince Albert the consort, who died in December of 1861. This period included large, dark, somber, dramatic jewelry, with a lot of black onyx, jet wood, amethyst, garnet and gold. This lasted until 1880's, when the aesthetic period of jewelry began. The Late or third stage of the Victorian period, use more complex and feminine motifs, returning to the natural, including many floral and celestial designs, with more decadent gemstones, lasting until the turn of the century. The Victorian era of jewelry includes many movements found in other countries, including revivals such as the Etruscan the Roman and the Egyptian as well as the Art Nouveau, Liberty style and Arts and Crafts design movements which lead into the beginning of the twentieth century.
Opal
Opal is one of the world's most popular gemstones and the birthstone for the month of October. A nice precious opal can flash every color of the spectrum with an intensity and quality of color that surpasses the fire of diamond. The best opals command prices per carat that rival expensive diamonds...
Category
1880s English Late Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$5,588 Sale Price
20% Off
Genuine Estate 8.1 Carats Boulder Opal Diamond Pendant 14K Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A true eye-catching delicate one of a kind rare australian boulder opal pendant that reflects an enchanting array of colors. This rare boulder opal is surrounded by sparkling cut dia...
Category
2010s Australian Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
$4,319 Sale Price
20% Off
Doublet Opal Ring Accented With Emerald & Diamonds In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.270g,D:0.51ct, Emer:0.38ct,Opal:4.18ct, US-7
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Opal Diamond Gold Byzantine Princess Diadem Tiara
Located in London, GB
Illustrated in our book:
Beatriz Chadour-Sampson & Sonya Newell-Smith, Tadema Gallery London Jewellery from the 1860s to 1960s, Arnoldsche Art Publishers, Stuttgart 2021, cat. no. 231
The diadem is unmarked, but undoubtedly French and possibly by Georges Fouquet or Maison Vever. The design of the female head is reminiscent of drawings and posters by the Czech artist Alphonse Mucha, who worked closely with Georges Fouquet designing jewellery whilst he was living in Paris. Mucha was much influenced by Byzantine culture and made a series titled 'Byzantine heads...
Category
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
2.35 Carat Natural Faceted Fire Opal and Diamond Pendant Set in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning Pendant Necklace featuring a 2.35 Carat Natural, Faceted Fire Opal and 0.17 Carats of Diamond Accents set in 18K Yellow Gold. Opals are know...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k Opal and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A breathtaking opal and diamond ring from the Victorian (ca1880)s! This beautiful ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and holds a gorgeous prong-set opal cabochon set in the center. T...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Orange Fire Opal with Pave Diamonds Ring
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description
Striking orange color, in a uniquely cut organically shaped Fire Opal, embellished with pave diamonds. This opal is exceptionally clear with depth of color, and is enhanc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Fiery Faceted Opal Briolette Gold Dangle Drop Cluster Earrings, Barbara Heinrich
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Cluster Drop Earrings hand-fabricated by acclaimed, award-winning jewelry maker Barbara Heinrich in signature-finished 18k yellow gold featuring 25.59 total carats of perfectly-matched, top quality faceted Ethiopian opal briolettes, accented with handmade gold rice drop charms, and finished on handmade and granulated 18k yellow gold ear wires. Spectacular color-play. Stamped and Hallmarked.
About the Maker - Barbara Heinrich grew up in Heilbronn, Germany, where she collected snail shells, dried noodles, and broken glass to cultivate her first jewelry collections. Selling her pieces on the streets of her hometown, Barbara knew that she would be designing for the rest of her life, as “the inspiration has always been with me.” After graduating with a master’s degree from RIT, she discovered a perfect balance between geometric lines and organic shapes, a balance that ultimately allowed her to “communicate with her viewers on a spiritual plane.” She never worries about running out of ideas, and only hopes that her creations “speak to you and that their beauty and uniqueness touch the beauty and uniqueness within you.” On display at the American Museum of Natural History...
Category
2010s American Artist Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,450 Sale Price
28% Off
Opal & Blue Sapphire Diamond Vintage Style Halo White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
This exquisite Art Deco-style engagement ring showcases a luminous opal, a timeless symbol of love, hope, and heartfelt wishes. Known for its captivating play of colors, the opal is ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Opal Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Multi Ruby, Diamond & Opal Brooch Set 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Multi Ruby, Diamond & Opal Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Can be worn as a brooch and a pendant
Red color Natural Ruby From Africa
17 carat
Multi ...
Category
Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
$2,120 Sale Price
20% Off
Australian Opal Yellow Gold One-of-a-Kind Back Hoop Earrings, Just Jules 2023
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Opal Back Hoop Earrings by jewelry designer Julie Romanenko featuring a pair of beautiful elongated and curved natural Australian opals bezel -set in high-polished 14k ...
Category
2010s American Artisan Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Natural Opal Bezel Set Vintage Style Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This captivating ring embodies vintage grace with a natural white opal nestled in a secure bezel setting on a thin and delicate yellow gold band to evoke a timeless, classic feel and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ethiopian Opal Pair total 5 ct 12 mm x 10 mm AAA+ Great Fire Create your Earring
Located in Viena, Viena
this pair of very fine Ethiopian opal cabochons can be a amazing jewelry, 2 opal with 12 x 10 mm, 4,5 mm deep, AAA+, oval, color white with a firework of red, green and blue hushes, ...
Category
2010s Modern Opal Jewelry
Materials
Opal
$312 Sale Price
33% Off
Impressive Australian Black Crystal Opal Cocktail Ring
By Morphee
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
This 28.40ct Crystal Black Australian opal is a mesmerizing marvel of nature, possessing a rare beauty that sets it apart from any other gemstone in the world. These exquisite gems a...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Opal Jewelry
Materials
Paraiba, Tsavorite, Blue Sapphire, Opal, Aquamarine, 18k 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).