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Gemstone: Opal
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Emerald, Rubellite & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Opal, Emerald & Rubellite Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 8.03 carats. The weight of the Em...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Rubelite, 18k Gold

14ky Pendant necklace with Ethiopian Opal and Diamonds
Located in Carlisle, MA
From the Blue Hour Collection - this is a single, elegant pendant in 14ky with a 7.5mm round and flashing blue Ethiopian Opal cabochon surrounded b...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

14K Rose Gold Australian Opal Ring
Located in Chesham, GB
This is a stunning Antique Style 14K Rose Gold ring set with five 6x4mm (0.24"x0.16" inches) Fiery AAA Quality Opals in a stunning solid 14K Rose Gold setting with carving on the sho...
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2010s British Victorian Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Bochic “Orient” Multi Color Fancy Sapphires & Opal Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Multi Color Fancy Sapphires & Opal Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Multi Color Fancy Sapphires from Sri Lanka Sapphire colors: Pink, Yellow, Green, Light Blue, Orange, L...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Opal Jewelry

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Sapphire, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k 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...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, Rose Gold, 10k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Aquamarine, Lemon & Rose Quartz, Opal Necklace Set 18K &
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Aquamarine, Lemon & Rose Quartz, Opal, Pernite Necklace Set 18K & Silver Elegant and Classic Italian style Natural Rose Quartz - 33 Carats Natural Pernite...
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20th Century Thai Anglo-Indian Opal Jewelry

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Aquamarine, Opal, Quartz, 18k Gold, Silver

Halo Design Mexican Fire Opal & Australian Opal Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Unique Halo Design Mexican Fire Opal & Australian Opal Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Opal Jewelry

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

Bochic “Capri” Vintage White Opal & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage White Opal & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural White Opal - 7 Carats Natural Diamonds - 1 Carats This Ring is from the "Capri" traveling colle...
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Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver

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 ...
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Garnet, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Estate Faceted Black Pearl, Black Opal, Diamond 18K Gold Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Centering a 13.4mm faceted silvery black freshwater cultured pearl, accented by black opals and diamonds. Faceted pearls were first created in 1992 by K...
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20th Century Opal Jewelry

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

Set in 18K Gold, 3.62 carats, Rubellites, Pink Opals & Diamonds Drop Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Rubellite & Pink Opal Drop Earrings set in 18K Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Rubellites is 3.62 carats. The weight of the Pi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Rubelite, 18k Gold

Opal Heart Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Wide Band Sz 7 Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish contemporary opal & diamond heart ring crafted in 14k yellow gold. Opal measures 8mm (estimated at 1.05 carat). 32 diamonds total an estimated 0.09 carats (estimated at I-J...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

AJD Brazilian Opal in Unique Sterling and 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Raleigh, NC
Unique Brazilian Boulder Opal Pendant in Sterling Silver and 18K Gold Discover the elegance of our one-of-a-kind Brazilian boulder opal pendant, expertly crafted in sterling silver a...
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Artisan Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Ceylon Multi Sapphires & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Ethiopian Opal & Multi Sapphires Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 13.86 carats...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

AJD Fascinating Elegant Pinky Peruvian REAL Opals 17 1/2" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This fascinatingly artistically beautiful necklace is natural highly polished real Peruvian Opals. The largest one is approximately 30mm x 24mm. The clasp is an easy to us silver m...
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2010s Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Silver Plate

Chunky Men's Oval Cut 6.50 Carat Black Opal Statement Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 11 Bold and mesmerizing, this statement ring features a captivating 6.50 carat oval-cut black opal doublet that dances with brilliant flashes of color. The opal's multico...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Opal and Seed Pearl Vintage Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A 14 karat gold opal and seed pearl vintage charm pendant. This preloved charm has a floral leaf design set with two tiny seed pearls and two beaut...
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Mid-20th Century European Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold

5.35 Ct Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.35 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 Op...
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2010s American Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Gold Opal Turquoise Sapphire & Ruby Enamel Floral Round Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (3) Natural Genuine Opals - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White w/ Nice Play Of Colors - 7x5.1mm each (approx.) (6) Natural Genuine Turquoise -Round Bead - Prong Set - B...
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20th Century Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Handmade Yellow Gold Large White Opal Twisted Wire Bezel Set Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - White Base Color w/ Nice Play of Color- 20.54x12.08mm (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 7.4...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Boulder Opal 3.20 carats approx. Diamonds 0.10 carat approx. 18 inch, adjustable at 16-17 inch Lobster clasp Limited edition This 18 karat yellow gol...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Onyx and Oval-Cab Pink Opal with Diamond Accents 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 8x10 mm oval cab Pink Opal (1pcs) 2.16 ...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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

Syna Yellow Gold Hex Earrings with Boulder Opal and Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Boulder Opal 9.70 carats approx. Diamonds 0.60 carat approx. Post back for pierced ears Limited Edition About the Designers Drawing inspiration fr...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boulder Opal and Diamond Dangle Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These elegant dangle earrings feature beautiful boulder opals set in 14k yellow gold with both single and full brilliant-cut diamonds. The opals are eye-catching freeform shapes with...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Opal Jewelry

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

Vintage Solid Gold Opal Emerald Garnet Pink Blue Sapphire Peacock Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– Numerous Natural Genuine Opal, Emerald, Garnet, Pink & Blue Sapphire - Round Faceted & Cabochon Cut - Multi Prong Set - Multi Colors Material: 14k Yellow Gold w/ Multi Co...
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20th Century Opal Jewelry

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Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, ...

Steven Battelle 2.3 Carats Ethiopian Opal 18k Gold Earrings
Located in Soquel, CA
Two green, red, and yellow flashing 7 x 9 mm cushion shaped "Welo" mine faceted Ethiopian opals are set in 18K double bezels with single "jawan" granulation accents at the edges. A...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold

Important Certified Mexican Fire Opal & Diamond Pendant, Excellent Play of Color
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! This is an important and substantial piece! 6 pieces of top gem quality opals make up this large pendant. Here is a natural Mexican fire opal and diamo...
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2010s Hong Kong Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Dalben Rainbow Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 6,6 carat bezel-set Australian Boulder Opal . The stone rainbow colors continuosly change with the different l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Vintage Matching Opal Rose Gold Band Rings
Located in Montgomery, AL
We rarely see matching rings!! These beauties are priced individually but two are currently available. We are glad to offer them separately or together. Ring Details Material: 14K R...
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20th Century Victorian Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Ethiopian Opal Diamond 14k Solid Gold Kitty Cat Bow Stud Earrings Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Ethiopian Opal Diamond 14k Solid Gold Kitty Cat Earring Cat Bow Stud Earrings Note for buyer :- Sold as pair of 2 pcs ( Right and left both side ) Shape Bow Main Stone Creat...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

South Sea Pearl Necklace with Two Australian Solid Black Opal and Diamond Claps
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is a premium White South Sea Pearl Necklace with 2 Australian Solid Black Opal as the Claps. The Pearl necklace consists of 66 round South Sea Pe...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Opal, Black Opal

Modern 14K Gold Opal Doublet & Natural Diamond Two Strand Statement Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern 14K yellow gold two-strand necklace featuring opal doublets, each framed by a delicate halo of natural micro-set diamonds graded approximately H–I in color. The necklace measu...
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2010s North American Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

18k Yellow Gold 8.86ctw Fiery Bright Unique Opal w/ Diamond Prongs Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Fiery Opal - Roundish Oval Cabochon Cut - Multi Prong Set - White Color w/ Nice Play of Color- 16.7x15mm - 7.80ct (exact) (18) Natural Genuine Diamo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

70s Vintage Opal Butterfly Ring 14k Yellow Gold Sz 6.75 Cocktail Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish opal butterfly ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s). Opals measure 10mm x 4mm and 8mm x 3mm. The opals are in very good condition and free of cracks or chips....
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dalben Yellow Gold Ring and Australian Coober Pedy Opal
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18 kt yellow gold ring with a magnificent oval cabochon solid Australian Crystal Opal weight 9,94 carats from Coober Pedy mines area . The opal has wond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Beautiful Color Mexican Fire Opal Amethyst Diamond Engagement Halo Ring 18K
Located in Suwanee, GA
Mexican Fire Opal Amethyst Diamond Engagement Halo Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping!  Free One Year Limited Warranty!  Free Gift Bag or Box with every o...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Opal Jewelry

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

Dalben Trilogy Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18 kt rose gold ring with three bezel-set blue-green-pink Australian Boulder Opals weight 4,34 carats . Ring size US 7 1/4 - EU 55 re-sizable . Be...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Hand-Carved Pink Opal Pendant with Diamonds on 18K Yellow Gold Chain
Located in Westport, CT
When beauty blooms eternal. Delicate yet enduring, Ameline features hand-carved pink opal flower, centered with a brilliant white diamond, all suspended from an elegant chain of 18k...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Angara Natural Bezel-Set 1.15ct Opal Pendant with Diamond Halo in 14K Solid Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA

About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold

Michael Kneebone Ethiopian Opal Diamond Mughal Style Dangle Earrings
Located in Austin, TX
Ethiopian opals are complimented with diamonds in these outstanding Mughal style dangle earrings. The opals display a full range of blues and greens along with yellow, orange and pi...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver

Rainbow Black Australian Opal Ring with Sapphires and 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Made to order* Custom made 18ct yellow gold rainbow sapphire ring featuring a Lighting Ridge Australian Black opal centre surrounded by a double halo o...
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2010s Australian Artist Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, Black Opal, 18k Gol...

6.70Ct Natural Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6.70Ct Natural Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Necklace Amazing looking piece! Stamped: 14K Suggested Replacement Value: $4...
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2010s American Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k 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...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 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...
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2010s Australian Opal Jewelry

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Crystal, Opal

14K Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal and Pink Opal Halo Pendant with Diamond Accent
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in radiant 14K yellow gold, this pendant showcases a mesmerizing 1.39-carat Ethiopian opal at its center, known for its vibrant color play. Surrounding it is a halo of soft p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold and Opal Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and showcases a luminous natural opal as its centerpiece. The opal exhibits a captivating play of color, with flashes of green, blue, ...
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20th Century Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9.77 carat cabochon opal diamond platinum cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage platinum cocktail ring features a mesmerizing 9.77-carat cabochon cut opal, accented by 12 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling 0.21 carats, H color, VS-SI clarity. A b...
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1980s Modern Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Black opal stackable 14k gold ring.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal stackable 14k gold ring. Solitaire genuine opal gold ring. Delicate opal oval cabochone ring. Rainbow opal ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 1.5 gr depends from size Gemsto...
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2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold

Black opal stackable 14k gold ring.
Black opal stackable 14k gold ring.
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2.90 Carats Australian Opal Orange blue green multiple play of color gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
2.90 Carats Australian Opal Orange blue green multiple play of color gemstone Gemstone : Opal Doublet Weight : 2.90 Carats Size : 15.5x8.5 MM Quantity - 1 Piece Shape - Fancy Play ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Opal Jewelry

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Opal

Art Deco Opal and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The opal is pale in colour and has lots of flashes of green and all other colours within it. The rose cut diamonds either side of the opal total 4pts each side. The ring itself is m...
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1910s British Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 9k Gold

Dalben Big Oval Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 14,78 carat bezel-set oval light blue Australian Boulder Opal. The opal has pastel light blue-green colors with some pink waves...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

6.83 Carat Pear Shape Opal and Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pear-shaped opal pendant is a natural kaleidoscope of color! The multicolored "fire," also known as "play-of-color" in this opal makes it a fun and unique conversation piece. Se...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Opal Jewelry

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

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone Slide Charm Bracelet with Box Receipt
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 59.0 Grams Stone (2-16x12 mm): Amethyst, garnet, turquoise, pearl, opal, emerald, onyx cameo Width: 27 mm Bracelet Size: 7.25 Inches Hallmark: 14K ITEM #:BR-1082-102523-01
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20th Century Opal Jewelry

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Amethyst, Emerald, Garnet, Onyx, Opal, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yello...

Modern Plique À Jour Enamel, Opal, Diamond And Gold Dragonfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
A modern gem set dragonfly brooch, with trembling wings, with opals in the thorax, wing tips and eyes, weighing 2.45 carats, with blue to green plique à jour enamel wings, set with e...
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2010s Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Enamel

Tanzanite, Opal and Diamond Marquise Shaped Pendant Necklace in Two-Tone Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This distinctive pendant necklace features a striking combination of diamonds, tanzanite, and opal, artfully set in 14 karat white gold with 22 karat gold accents. At the center, an ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Tanzanite, Opal, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 22k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Ceylon Multi Sapphires & Diamonds Stud Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Opal & Multi Sapphires Stud Earrings set in 18K Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Opal is 8.60 carats. The Opals are of Ethiopia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Bespoke Australian Black Opal Diamond Gemstone 18k White Gold Collar Necklace.
Located in Great Neck, NY
This one-of-a-kind bespoke necklace is a striking statement of high jewelry craftsmanship, centered around an extraordinary collection of Australian black opals totaling 53.70 carats...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Fire Opal, Black Opal, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Pi...

Steven Battelle 1.3 Carats Ethiopian Opal 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
A blue and green flashing 7 x 10 mm faceted pear shaped Ethiopian opal is set within an artisan crafted 18K gold "spiral wire and jawan" setting in this attractive pendant. This sto...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Australian Opal & Diamond Bangle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A captivating fusion of fire and texture, this extraordinary bracelet is a celebration of natural Australian opulence and intricate craftsmanship. Set in richly detailed 14k yellow g...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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

Vintage 14K Gold Fire Opal Briar Patch Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold ring is reminiscent of a briar patch, with four iridescent fire opals held within twisted vines of 14k gold. The gorgeous fire opals are mesmerizing to look at—they hav...
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1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k 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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