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Gemstone: Opal
3.78 Carat Total Weight Multi Color Oval Opal Dangling 18k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
These delicate but mighty dangle earrings feature 3.78 carat total weight in round multi color oval opals from the Lightning Ridge area of Australia. They are set in 18 karat yellow ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Vine Earrings with Ethiopian Opal and Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Ethiopian opal 10 carats approx. Diamonds 0.70 carats approx. Omega clip-backs & posts Limited Edition Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, these limit...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Opal Medal Virgin Mary Chain Necklace J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Opal Medal Virgin Mary Chain Necklace Designer: J Dauphin 10k Gold Plated Brass Medal and Gold Filled Chain Symbols or medals can become a powerful to...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass

Natural Opal Faceted Bead Single Strand Necklace on Sale 14 K Gold Lobster Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Natural Opal single strand Bead Necklace with heavy 14 Karat yellow gold clasp 17" long 1 layers of Natural opal Beads approximately 70 ct opal T...
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2010s Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Multi Stone and Diamond Studded Enamel Pendant in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in JAIPUR, IN
Elegant and exquisite Enamel Cocktail 14 K Pendant, center set with 2.89 Cts. Oval Cabochon Ethiopian Opal, accented with Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.12...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Tsavorite, Ruby, Opal, Diamond, Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

An Australian Boulder Opal Pendant & Necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
An Australian Boulder Opal Pendant & Opal Beaded Necklace With a Silver Clasp. This Australian Boulder Opal Jewel consists of 150 Carats of spherical Boulder Opal beads...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Silver

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded with Light Blue Silk Knots in between Choker Necklace 16" Designer: ...
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2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Tourmaline, Ruby, Pearl, Opal, Bronze, Gold Plate, Gold-filled

1.37 Carat Cushion Cut Ethiopian Opal Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace ring. This ring is made up of 9x7 MM Cushion-cut Prong Setting Ethiopian Opal (1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Huge Cabochon Opal Cocktail Ring with Diamond Halo in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 4.5 This huge, high profile opal and diamond cocktail ring makes an incredible statement piece. Substantial in both size and sparkle, this unique piece will absolutely WO...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

Australian 2.25 Carat Black Opal, Diamond & 18k Gold Earrings
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
Rare it is to find two black opals that match. These beautiful stones have been cut from the same large opal, giving a matching pair of deep red flashes. Black opal with red is the r...
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2010s Australian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Victorian Style Diamond Silver Emerald & Ethiopian Opal Star Cocktail Ring
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Item details:- ✦ SKU:- ESRG00128 ✦ Material :- Silver ✦ Gemstone Specification:- ✧ Diamond ✧ Emerald, Ethiopian Opal ✦ Approx. Diamond Weight : 0.5 ✦ Approx. Silver Weight : 5.4 ✦...
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2010s Indian Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Silver

Opal 18K Yellow Gold Surrealist Unisex Single Surrealist Earring
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini "Opal" Collection a single Opal stud Unisex Modern earring handcrafted in 18 karats Yellow Gold by expert artisans in Italy. One-of-a-kind Mono earring...
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2010s Italian Modern Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

18k Gold Oval Ethiopian Opal Necklace with Coloured Sapphires and Emeralds
Located in Westmount, CA
Drawing inspiration from the Sea, this one of a kind necklace plays upon a varying colour palette that is both fun and aesthetically pleasing to the eye. The multi-hued faceted opal ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Round Opal and White Diamond 1.86 Carat TW White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's classic opal earrings. Mounted in a beautiful 14K White Gold setting with natural round cut opal's. The opal's are surrounded by natural round white diamond melee in a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

18k Gold Australian Boulder Opal and South Sea Pearl Pendant
Located in Amsterdam, NH
An exquisite 18k gold pendant with an Australian Boulder Opal and a golden South Sea Pearl. This is a winning combination of two elegant and understated gemstones. The khaki green o...
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2010s Dutch Artisan Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Opal and Diamonds 14k Gold Ring. Round Halo Opal Gold Ring!
Located in Istanbul, TR
Halo Opal Ring with Diamonds in 14 Karat Gold. Opal gold ring. Opal engagement ring. Round opal ring. October birthstone opal ring. Everyday opal ring. 14k gold ring with opal. Opal Wedding Ring...
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2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

3.83 Carat Oval Cut Fire Opal Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.83 Carat Oval Cut Fire Opal Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring This ring has a 3.32 Carat Oval Cut Orange Fire Opal as its center stone and is elegantly surrounded by 14 R...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Fire Opal, Sapphire, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

16.47 Carat Australian Boulder Opal & 18k Gold Earrings
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
It is so rare to find a matching pair of gem-grade opals, and this shows in the lack of stock everywhere for such beauties. But here is your chance to own heirloom items worthy of passing down through the generations. Such rich and vibrant colours, these boulder opals are of the highest quality. Set in 18K solid gold as they deserve no less. SPECIFICATIONS Opal Type: natural solid Australian Boulder Opal Opal Weight: 16.47 ct Setting: 18K solid Gold THE GRYFFIN OPAL...
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2010s Australian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

Australian 1.25ct Black Opal, Diamond, 18k Yellow & White Gold Ring
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
Elegant and sophisticated, this stunning solid 18K yellow and white gold ring features a mystical solid Australian Black Opal with shimmeri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Classic Oval-Cab Ethiopian Opal 10k White Gold Diamond Accents Hoop Earring
Located in New York, NY
Each of these pretty earrings from Gin & Grace features a Rubellite gemstone on a lever back clasp adorned with white diamonds. These earrings are ...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Opal and Diamond Art Deco Style Drop Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This is an exquisite pair of opal drop earrings with Art Deco ear design. The earrings feature a geometric design which is set in prong with opals for the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.32 Carat Total Weight Australian Multi Color Freeform Opal Stud Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
These fun and unique earrings feature 1.32 carat total weight in multi color freeform opals set in 14 karat white gold. The opals are from the famous Lig...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Faceted 2.15 Carats Ethiopian Opal Cluster Ring Sterling Silver
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Opal = 2.15 Carats Stone Quantity: 9 Cut: Oval Metal: Sterling Silver Rhodium Plated Height: 5.5 mm Width: 21.5 mm Length: 12 mm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Opal Virgin Mary Medal Chain Necklace Pendant J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chain Necklace Medal Virgin Mary Gem Opal Coin Pendant 24" J Dauphin Exclusive piece with Virgin Mary pendant with 3 Opals. The Chain is 28' long but can be made shorter or longer o...
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2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Gold-filled, Bronze

Carved Pink Opal Earrings with Diamonds Made in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18kt:12.22g, Diamond:0.7ct Pink opal:54.4ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

Victorian 9.4cttw. Opal, Ruby and Diamond Split Shank Ring in 18k / 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Gemistry, Split Shank, Victorian floral ring featuring 7.25 Cts. of Ethiopian Opal prong set at the center enclosed in the multirow ...
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2010s Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Opal, Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

French Cocktail Ring Opal Cabochon Surrounded by Diamonds Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
French Cocktail Ring Opal Cabochon Surrounded by Diamonds Yellow Gold 18 Karat This beautiful cocktail ring combines modern style and timeless elegance. It is set with a magnifice...
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2010s French Modern Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Black Opal Ring 14K Gold Cocktail Vintage
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Black Opal Ring 14K Gold Cocktail Vintage This stunning vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold (stamped and guaranteed), and it is set with genuine Black Opal and diamonds. The center square Opal...
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20th Century Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

18k Gold Short Pink Boulder Opal and Diamond Necklace
Located in Amsterdam, NH
A feminine, elegant and understated 18k gold short necklace with a soft pink Australian boulder opal and two small sparkling champagne coloured diamonds. A lovely and subtle necklace...
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2010s Dutch Artisan Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold

Sliced Opal & Blue Sapphire Earrings with Spider & Web Design in Pave Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18kt:1.72gms, Diamond:2.91cts, Silver:12.40gms, BlueSapphire:1.80cts, OpalDoublet:9.20cts
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Australian 2.63ct Black Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold Ring
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
The deep blues shimmer in this Australian Black Opal like glowing flashes of an evening ocean. The brilliant white diamonds sparkle in the light, reflect...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Black Opal, Sapphires, Peridots, Diamonds 14k Gold Ring, Genuine Opal Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal, sapphires, peridots, diamonds 14k gold ring. Genuine opal ring. Opal 14k gold cocktail ring. Multicolor gold ring. Metal: 14 karat gold...
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2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry

Materials

Black Opal, Sapphire, Peridot, Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold

3.68 Carats Ethiopian Opal Pink Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold. It is hand set with 3.68 carat Ethiopian opal, .55 carats pink sapphire & .25 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

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...
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1970s British Vintage Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Gold

White Diamond Opal Gold Earring Snake Statement Piece Single J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Opal Gold Earring Snake Statement Piece Single J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Rock'n Roll Suicide" Made in 14 karat Gold The back will be made in yellow gold and be slightly thinner to fit all ears Comes as a single earring Hand made in Los Angeles 2-3 weeks to be made if out of stock Historically, serpents and snakes represent fertility or a creative life force. As snakes shed their skin through sloughing, they are symbols of rebirth, transformation, immortality, and healing. Opal is a wonderfully supportive stone, dedicated to healing and strengthening the emotional body for those willing to peer honestly into the true self. Opal’s high internal energy brings thoughts and feelings to the surface for examination, and reveals what one’s emotional state has been in the past, or even in previous lives. It facilitates the letting go of negative behaviors and soothes the emotional body, helping one feel more in control. It assists one in becoming more positive and loving, more creative and spontaneous. Known as a “stone of happy dreams and changes,” Opal brings happiness from the understanding that one has unlimited potential and is inherently perfect, and that change comes with situations and actions that allow one’s aspirations to rise. Opal occurs in nearly all colors, and dominant color energies may be utilized to stimulate corresponding chakras. The brilliant play of color in many Opals are useful for activating several chakras and linking them to the Crown Chakra, infusing the aura with full spectrum Light...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

Ethiopian Opal Ring With Tanzanites and Diamonds 1.20 Carats 10K Yellow Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal = 0.50 Carat 4 Tanzanites = 0.68 Carats 4 Diamonds = 0.02 Carats Metal: 10K Yellow Gold...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

12k Gold Leaves and Layered Opal Cluster Ring 1970s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible fine jewelry piece from the '70s - Ring size 6 (US) - .75" depth cluster - 12 karat gold (stamped 12k) - Prong set opal gemstone cabochons - Circa ...
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1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold

Natural Ethiopian Opal Dangle Earrings Set with Multicolored Sapphires
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Ethiopian Opal = 3.10 Carats Cut: Cushion/Round Multi Color Sappires = 1.45 Carats Cut: Round White Zircon = 0.20 Carats Metal: Sterling Si...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Sapphire, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Australian Boulder Opal Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fun and stylish gold ring featuring a fine 8.09 carat Australian opal! The opal is a natural boulder opal and has great play-of-color as is shows a dazzling array of blues and gree...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Emerald Ruby Opal Virgin Mary Medal Necklace Silver Pendant Gold Filled Chain J
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Ruby Opal Virgin Mary Medal Necklace Silver Pendant Gold filled Chain J Dauphin Symbols or medals can become a powerful tool in our arsenal for the spiritual. Since ancient times spiritual pendants, religious medals has been used to protect us. During challenging times, such as today, humanity must come together as a collective of mind and soul through a shared action of love and compassion. With a desire to (re)build confidence and (re)find faith and spirituality within, a medal can become a symbol to help us cope with the uncertain reality and create a sense of spiritual protection and remembrance to hold compassion in our hearts. This piece has two emeralds, two opals and one ruby in prongs around a silver Virgin Mary...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Gold, Gold-filled, Silver

Opal Diamond Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Earring Length: 16.5 mm Total Weight: 4.3 Grams Opal: 2 Opal Total Carat Weight: 1.64 carats Diamonds: 12 Diamond Color: I Di...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 1.30 Carat Diamond Ruby 3.50 Carat Opal Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

Drop Shaped Black Opal W/ Marquise & Round Cut Diamond Halo Pendant or Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Introducing a mesmerizing Black Opal pendant that's bound to capture your heart! This stunning piece of jewelry features a pear-shaped Black Opal, measuring 18.25 x 10.80mm in size, ...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Style Diamond Silver Ethiopian Opal Lotus Flower Cocktail Ring
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Item details:- ✦ SKU:- ESRG00130 ✦ Material :- Silver ✦ Gemstone Specification:- ✧ Diamond ✧ Ethiopian Opal ✦ Approx. Diamond Weight : 2.6 ✦ Approx. Silver Weight : 6.07 ✦ Approx....
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2010s Indian Victorian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Silver

Rare Art Deco Inlaid Black Opal Pendant Necklace Woman Flower 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL AND VERY RARE INLAID BLACK OPAL PENDANT WITH AN IMAGE OF A WOMAN CARRYING A FLOWER. THE PENDANT IS BLACK ONYX WITH INLAID BLACK OPAL GEMS...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

52.38ct Boulder Opal 22k Gold Handmade Chain Pendant 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...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Medal Virgin Mary Emerald Opal Chain Necklace Jeanne le Mat J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chain Necklace with two Medals The Round in Bronze has 3 Opals and the silver Medal has an Emerald, the Chain is Gold Filed and adjustable in length, 28" Long J Dauphin. Pendants c...
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2010s American Victorian Opal Jewelry

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Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Antique Black Opal and Old Mine Cut Diamond Silver on Gold Brooch, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
This fabulous antique brooch, masterfully designed with elegant Art Nouveau accents, features a wonderful black opal cabouchon measuring 20 x 17mm, rub-over set in the centre in an 1...
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1880s English Art Nouveau Antique Opal Jewelry

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White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, S...

Dalben Blue Green Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18 kt yellow gold satin finishing ring with a blue green colors solid Australian Boulder Opal rhombus shape weight 4,63 carats . Ring size US 7 - EU...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Opal Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Australian opal yellow gold pendant brooch Opal measures approximately 13 x 19.5 mm, 18 karat yellow gold; marked 18k Size: width 1.5 inc...
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Late 20th Century Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Ethiopian Opal & White Topaz Ring 925 Oval Cabochon Size 8
Located in Greensboro, NC
Sterling Silver Ethiopian Opal & White Topaz Ring 925 Oval Cabochon Size 8 Stone Information: Natural Ethiopian Opal Cut: Oval Cabochon Natural White...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Topaz, Sterling Silver

Classic Platinum Pendant with Opal Center Surrounded by Diamonds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This elegant platinum pendant is done in truly classic style. The center 15.09CT grey opal is surrounded by 20 round brilliant cut and two straight baguette diamonds, having a 3.00ct total approximate weight of overall G/H color and VS1 clarity. The center opal displays "strong play of color" in red, gold, blue, green and yellow and is entirely free of all "crazing" or other defects. Measures 1 5/8 inches in height by 7/8 inches in width. The pendant with it's diamond encrusted bale, is suspended from a 20 inch long 2mm. round link platinum neck chain...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Greek Dove Medal Pendant Necklace Opal Aquamarine Gold Plated J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Greek Dove Medal Pendant Necklace Prong Set Opal and Marquis Aquamarine 10 Karat Gold Plated Brass Designer: J Dauphin Material: Both Medal and Chain is 10k Gold Plated Brass Desig...
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2010s American Romantic Opal Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, Gold Plate, Brass

Fire Opal Emerald Ring Art Deco Princess Bombe Gold Opals Blue Green Yellow
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL ART DECO OPAL AND EMERALD PRINCESS RING OF GREAT BEAUTY. The ring is a tall bombe princess ring. It is set with eight magnificent opals. Along with the opals a...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Opal Jewelry

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Fire Opal, Emerald, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Geneva Yellow Gold 17 Jewels Opal Diamond Wristwatch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Geneva 14 Karat Yellow Gold 17 Jewels Opal Diamond Wristwatch. This exquisite watch features a hinged top with marquise opal stones and round diamonds....
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry

Materials

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

18k Gold Australian Boulder Opal and Peridot Pendant
Located in Amsterdam, NH
A stylish and intriguing 18k gold pendant with a natural Australian boulder opal and a brilliant cut green peridot that pairs nicely with the vibrant green flash from the opal. This ...
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2010s Dutch Artisan Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Peridot, 18k Gold

Natural Untreated Australian 22.45ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18k Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
The “Special Vision” opal pendant is quite the eye-catching piece featuring a gracious boulder opal (22.45ct) sourced from Winton, Australia. Set in outstanding 18K yellow gold, the ...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Australian 5.65ct Black Opal, Diamond & 18k White Gold Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
Redefining classics is a strong design influence for the team at Gryffin Opal. Our goal is to give new and modern pieces a classic feel while retaining their fresh appeal. This beaut...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 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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