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Gemstone: Opal
Turtle earrings studs with opals in 14k gold.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Turtle earrings studs with opals in 14k gold. Opal gold earrings. Oval cabochon solid opal earrings. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.20 g. Size: 12.6 x8 mm Main stone opal, solid , 2 pi...
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2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Natural Multi Stone 12 Carat Rainbow Tennis Bracelet Set In Silver
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Natural Stones: Amethyst, Peridot, Citrine, Tanzanite, Garnet, Rhodolite Garnet, Apatite, Opal Number Of Stones: 35 Cut = Oval Metal: Sterli...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Tanzanite, Rhodolite, Apatite,...

Vintage Opal, Diamond and Emerald 9 Carat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous opal cluster holds a halo of alternating diamonds and emeralds. The diamond total is 24pts and the Emerald total 24pts. The opal is smooth glossy with so many flecks of...
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1980s British Modern Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, Gold

Retro c1960's Australian 4.50ct Opal 9K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of Australian provenance, this ring is crafted in 9K Yellow Gold, centrally set with an Australian Opal Doublet of very unusual triangle shape of impressive 4.50ct (20mm x 14mm a...
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1960s Australian Retro Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rainbow Earrings Turquoise Opals Diamonds 5.15 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Turquoise = 1.65 Carats 8 Opals = 2.20 Carats 152 Diamonds = 1.30 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Dime...
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

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

2.68 Carat Oval Cab Ethiopian Opal with Diamond Accents 10K White Gold Earring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Earring is crafted from 10-karat White Gold by Gin & Grace Earring. This Earring is made up of 9x7 mm Oval - Cab (2pcs) 2.68 carat Ethiopian Opal and Round-cut White Diamond (64 Pcs) 0.36 Carat. This Earring is weight 3.76 grams. This delicate Earring...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Opal Silver Ring Yellow Orange Blue Green Gemstone Ring Engagement
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural dark Opal Opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.28 х 0.35 in / 7 х 9 mm stone weight - 1 carat ring size - 7.75 US ring weight - 5.18 grams We shi...
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2010s German Artisan Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

RUCHI Blue Sapphire, Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Pavé Chandelier Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Blue Sapphire: 23.74ct total weight. Ethiopian Opal: 6.23ct total weight. Diamonds: 0.46ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones. Height - is approximately 5.3...
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

Vintage Opal and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The opals in this three stone ring reflect wonderful colours and either side of the central stone sits a pair of rose cut diamonds. They are set in simple claw settings and all model...
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1960s British Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold

Art Deco Opal and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The opals in this three stone ring reflect wonderful colours and either side of the central stone sits a pair of diamonds. They are set in simple claw settings and all modelled in 18...
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1910s British Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold

Dalben Australian Opal Diamond Gold Millerighe Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design Opal ring with an Australian Opal weight 3,58 carat and 18 white round brillant cut Diamonds weight 0,51 carats mounted in 18 kt "millerighe" handmade engraved white gold...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

Vintage Solitaire Opal and Diamond Rhodium Sterling Silver Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Show Stopper Solitaire Ring, centering an Ethiopian Opal; approx. 0.81tctw, accented by five Diamonds; Tarnish-resistant Sterling Silver Rhodium; Size 8; we...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Quatrefoil White Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.22 carat opal and 0.30 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold cocktail ring; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine antique cabochon cut opal cocktail ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold. The ring displays four feature cabochon opals symmetrically set within a quatrefoil design. The opals are surrounded by eighteen Old Dutch cut diamonds, pavé set to the pierced decorated, shaped frame. The subtly flared ring shoulders blend seamlessly with the plain 14k yellow gold shank. This antique dress ring...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Opal Pearl and Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
A truly elegant one of a kind Ring, A pear shape opal a cabochon ruby as well as a round pearl are delicately placed on both sides of a shank. They seem to defy gravity. The shank i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

21st Century GIA Opal Diamond Cocktail Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning diamond and opal cocktail ring is crafted in solid platinum, weighing 10.3 grams and measures 24mm x 13mm high. Showcasing a prominent four-prong set cosmic GIA certif...
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1970s Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Dalben Design Big Oval Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18k yellow gold matte finishing ring with a 15 carat bezel-set light violet with a Blue-green lights spots wave line Australi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold 5mm Round Cut White Opal Tennis Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
This Round Cut White Opal Tennis Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 33 endlessly sparkling natural opal, weighing 10.1 carats. It measures 7.25 inches long in length. Opal enhances crea...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Opal Sapphire Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold and sterling silver. These beautiful drop earrings are hand set with 4.86 carats Opal doublets, 2.5 sapphire and 4.18 carats of glimmering diamonds. FOLLOW ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

Natural Ethiopian Opal Bead Single Strand Necklace on Clearance Silver Clasp
Located in New York, NY
A great gift item Natural Opal single strand Bead Necklace with Silver Clasp 16" long 1 layers of Natural opal Beads These are natural smooth b...
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2010s Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Silver

15 Carat Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Solid Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Huge Cocktail ring Approximately 15 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal & Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Size 7 This spectacular Ring consisting of a s...
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2010s Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

16.15 Carat Australian Opal, Diamond and Emerald Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed House of Ming design with a Natural Australian Lightning Ridge Dark Gray Opal Pendant Necklace. Center Hand set with a securely nestled ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Opal Jewelry

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

Dazzling Natural Opal Diamond Ring In 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our exquisite 7.09 Carat Opal 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring, a stunning blend of luxury and elegance. Crafted from authentic 14K Yellow Gold and stamped for authenticity, ...
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2010s American Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Single Oval Colorful Opal Ring in 18 Carat White Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This lovely contemporary ring has been crafted from 18ct White Gold with a single large Opal in a claw setting. The Oval Opal shows a variety of colours glimmering in the light, it a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, White Gold

Vintage Custom 2 Carat Boulder Opal on 22K and 14K Gold Cocktail Fashion Ring
Located in Milford, DE
A gorgeous opal in a unique cut! This statement cocktail ring features a custom-cut boulder opal with a mesmerizing, blue, black, and purple play of color in the body. Set in a decor...
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Mid-20th Century Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 22k Gold

18k Gold Deco Style Pendant with Opal and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco is the influence for the design of this modern pendant. This piece features a opal center rosecut stone with a black onyx backing to create a rich blue/green color. Fabricated in 18k gold, with a geometric rim of diamonds around the opal. This is a fashionable pendant which is beautiful worn alone, or layered with other necklaces. The pendant hangs from a gold round link chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Dalben Australian Opal Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18k yellow gold satin finishing ring with a 3,4 carat bezel-set lovely Australian Lightning Ridge Opal . ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elongated Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Pendant in 14KW Gold
Located in New York, NY
This vibrant elongated Ethiopian Opal and diamond pendant is bezel set in 14 karat white gold. There are sparkling brilliant cut diamonds on the bail for a beautiful accent. This pen...
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2010s Opal Jewelry

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

New Mexican IF 1.2 Ct Orange Fire Opal & White Sapphire R Gold Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
I just love the color of this opal and how the beautiful rose gold setting compliments it. The ring is a size 6.5. The stone is from Mexico and is just exquisite. The IF stands for...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Sapphire, Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Rose Gold

Art Deco Opal & Diamond Ring Certified
Located in Southbury, CT
This Art Deco opal and diamond ring features a glowing, ethereal certified natural Australian crystal opal weighing approximately 6.5 ca...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Ellie 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cab Pink Opal Ring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 14K Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Ring is made up of Oval-Cab (1 pcs) 8.06 carat Pink Opal and Round-cut White Diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Agate, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.12carats Colombian Emerald Sugarloaf, Ethiopian Opal & Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Emerald & Opal Dangle Earrings set in 18K White Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald Sugarloafs is 3.12 carats. The Emerald sugarloafs are comple...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold

Victorian Era Opal & Seed Pearl 10K Rose Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We love the design of this vintage beauty! Ring Details Material: 10K Rose Gold Era: Victorian 1840 - 1900 Ring Width: 8.1mm Shank Width: 2.0mm Weight: 2.3 Grams Finger Size: 8 1/2 ...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Opal Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Opal Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring one cabochon cut opal of 0.24 carat. Accented by 14 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of 0.10 carat, graded F color, V...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

Large Boulder Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Large Boulder Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum Boulder Opal and Diamond Pendant features a 48.50 carat Boulder Opal with Natural Round Diamonds set in Platinum with a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

6 Carat Ethiopian Opal Solitaire Ring in "Crunchy" 18 Karat Gold Bezel Ring
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
A gorgeous Ethiopian opal with yellow and blue body color shows fiery sparks of red and green and, like all good opals, looks different from every angle. Eytan set it horizontally i...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Garrards Fire Opal Diamond and Platinum Drop Earrings and Negligee Pendant Set
Located in London, GB
A Garrards fire opal and diamond drop earrings and negligee pendant set. The earrings have old European-cut diamond tops, in rub over settings, with four articulating, graduating row...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Opal Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.7 grams. Totally is diamond 0.30 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is opal about 3 ct. Ring size is US 5.5 We can...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

Bespoke Opal Cluster Ring 2.00ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A White Solid Crystal Opal Oval Cluster Ring, with an oval opal claw set in 18ct yellow gold within a border of 17 small oval solid white crystal opals on a five wire band. Centre O...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Yellow Gold

Natural Untreated Australian 43.77ct Boulder Opal Bracelet in Sterling Silver
Located in Sydney, AU
The captivating “Aurora Whisper” opal bangle bracelet, adorned with an exquisite 43.77ct boulder opal sourced directly from our own mine in Jundah, Queensland, Australia. Expertly cr...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Sterling Silver

Pink Opal & Pink Sapphire Studded Ring with Enamel in 14k Rose Gold
Located in JAIPUR, IN
Immerse yourself in the epitome of luxury with our meticulously crafted 14 karat Rose Gold Ring. Adorned with a stunning 3.40 carat (approx.) Fancy Cut Pink Opal, this masterpiece is...
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2010s Indian Opal Jewelry

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Pink Sapphire, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Premium Quality Australian 5.03ct Boulder Opal Pendant in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
Utterly divine and majestic is the ‘Flames of Passion’ opal pendant. The breathtaking 5.03ct boulder opal ethically sourced from our own mine in Jundah, Australia presents a most all...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Premium Quality Australian 10.64ct Boulder Opal Pendant in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
Exquisite and regal is the ‘Mystery of Love’ opal pendant featuring a simple design and sophisticated look. The marvellous 10.94ct boulder opal sourced from Winton fields, Australia,...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

21.57 Carat Cushion Cab Pink Opal Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 14-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Ring is made up of 19.0 mm Cushion-Cab (1 pcs) 21.57 carat Pink Opal and Round-...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

JAR Colored Diamond and Opal Earrings
By JAR
Located in New York, NY
JAR Colored Diamond and Opal Earrings An important pair of large three-dimensional earrings set with colored diamonds (approximately 27.75 carats) and fire opals made by the legend...
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20th Century French Modern Opal Jewelry

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Brown Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver

1970s Opal Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Opal diamond 14k white gold ring, circa 1970s. ABOUT THIS ITEM: #R-DJ818F This vintage opal and diamond ring is a basic for...
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1970s Modern Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Deep Blue Electric Australian Opal 22k Gold One of a Kind Ring, Petra Class 2023
Located in Dallas, TX
Double Framed Ring handmade by award-winning jewelry artist Petra Class featuring a spectacular, magical deep blue solid Australian opal free-form ca...
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2010s American Artist Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Mixed Metal, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Gin & Grace 14K Yellow Gold Mozambique Ruby and Pink Opal Ring with Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 14-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Ring is made up of 5*7 oval-cut Ruby (1 pcs) 1 carat Ruby, pink opal free mix (...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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

1.79 Carat Cushion Cut Fire Opal Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.79 Carat Cushion Cut Fire Opal Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring This uniquely designed ring has a 0.97 carat Cushion Cut Fire Opal in the center of the ring. The Fire Opal is sur...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

Opal, Diamond & Emerald Pendant Necklace, Genuine Black Opal, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Austin, TX
These stunningly beautiful black opal doublets are set in polished 14k yellow gold prongs that are dripping with diamonds. The piece has two beautiful emeralds that provide a look th...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

Opal Tumble (free shape) Ring. 3.10 cts withs white zircon
Located in Bangkok, TH
Opal Tumble , Free form shape. 3.10 cts White Zircon 18 pcs. 18K gold plated Over sterling silver925
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Opal Studs 18K Gold Earrings Natural Australian Opal
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold stud earrings with bright Black Opal gemstone origin - Australia gem size is 5 x 7 mm opals weight - 0.55 carat earrings weight - 1.1 grams ref No 2459 Worldwide sh...
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2010s Artisan Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Solid Yellow Gold 6.11CT Oval Shape Natural Opal 0.17CT Diamond Necklace
Located in Astoria, NY
Elegant and opulent! Opal is always a semi-precious stone that you will not be disappointed with! Spectacular 14k solid yellow gold pendant made up of 6.11 carats gem Opal in a clas...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kent Raible Pink Sapphire Cross Pendant, Opal, Diamond on 17" hand woven chain
Located in Mossrock, WA
From the Kent Raible limited edition 'Studio Collection' we present the Cross Pendant on a 17" hand woven chain. Set at the center of the pendant is a Princess cut Pink Sapphire with lovely sparkle. That pink is picked up in the surrounding Australian Crystal Fire...
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2010s American Artisan Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Opal Stud Earrings Set in 14kt Yellow Gold
Located in Austin, TX
The details for these gorgeous earrings are listed below: Metal Quality: 14kt Yellow Gold Earring Type: Stud Gemstone: Opal Gemstone Weight: 0.57 ct Gemstone Color: Opal Measurements: 6mm X 6mm...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Diamond Earrings, Genuine Black Opal, Diamond Halo Oval Stud Earrings 14K
Located in Austin, TX
These black opal earrings with halo diamonds are beautiful stud earrings. They are set in 14 karat yellow gold and make a lovely statement. There is a total weight of .94 carats of o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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

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 p...
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2010s American Artist Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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