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Stephen Dweck Amber Sterling Silver Earrings
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Wallkill, NY
over the world tourmaline's from Brazil, boulder opals from Australia, ammonites from Morocco, and
Category
Late 20th Century American Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Amber, Stainless Steel
Stephen Dweck AMBER
Topaz Sterling Silver Bronze Brooch
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Wallkill, NY
over the world tourmaline's from Brazil, boulder opals from Australia, ammonites from Morocco, and
Category
1990s American Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Amber, Topaz, Sterling Silver
1990s Stephen Dweck Bronze Wash Sterling Silver Earrings
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Wallkill, NY
materials found in nature. He collects stones from all over the world tourmalines from Brazil, boulder opals
Category
1990s American Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Sterling Silver
1997 Stephen Dweck Amethyst Sterling Silver Amethyst Necklace never worn
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Wallkill, NY
Brazil, boulder opals from Australia, ammonites from Morocco, and pearls from the South Sea. In the past
Category
1990s American Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Steven Dweck Sterling Silver AMBER Ring 1990s Never Worn
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Wallkill, NY
found in nature. He collects stones from all over the world tourmalines from Brazil, boulder opals from
Category
1990s American Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Amber, Sterling Silver
Tanzanite 3 Carat and Australian Opal Inlay, Diamond, 14 Karat
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Tanzanite Ring, Australian Opal Inlay and Diamond, 14 karat. Brilliant center pearl, tanzanite
Category
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Tanzanite, 14k Gold
Unique Vintage 14 Karat Yelow Gold Australian Opal and Diamonds Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 14kt Yelow Gold Australian Opal and Diamonds Ring. Diamonds are round brilliant 0.03
Category
20th Century Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Midcentury 14 Karat Gold Australian Opal Inlay Flip Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
Lovely vintage Midcentury era circa 1970s Australian opal 14K yellow gold flip band bring. Size 5
Category
1970s American Modernist Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Sterling Silver Necklace with 4.90 Carat Natural Solid Australian Opal
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
Opal
Total Opal Weight: 4.90ct
Opal Origin: Lightning Ridge, NSW, Australia
Seting: 925 Sterling Silver
Category
Late 20th Century Australian Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Hallmarked 1972 Australian Opal
Diamond Ring 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
A gorgeous trio of Australian opals alternating with shimmering duos of diamonds rests upon a
Category
1970s Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Strand of Australian Opal Beads with 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ball Clasp
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
What an amazing strand of beads. These beads are beautiful Australian Opals. The closure on this
Category
20th Century Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Australian Opal and Diamond Brooch or Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Daytona Beach, FL
Australian Opal With Excellent Play of Color and Fire Shape: Oval Note: 2 Opals Chipped (Barely Noticeable
Category
1950s Unknown Contemporary Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Australian Opal and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold,
0.50ct in Diamond Accents
Located in Surfside, FL
Australian opal and Diamond ring in 18k (0.50ct in diamond accents) Width- 19.5mm, Size: 6.75
Category
20th Century Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Australian Opal and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in QLD , AU
gorgeous sparkly diamonds. Showcasing an Australian opal measuring 10.55 x 8.45 x 5.70mm, weighing
Category
20th Century American Victorian Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Solid Freeform Australian Opal 9 Carat Yellow Gold Mens Vintage Signet Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
enchanting freeform solid Australian opal. We have named this dapper vintage ring The William Ring. The
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Australian Opal Cabochon and Round Diamond 9 Carat Yellow Gold Vintage Bracelet
Located in Hamilton, AU
Australian opal cabochons and five round diamonds, all in white gold settings. We have named this vintage
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, White Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s Solid Australian Opal Heart Pendant
Chain 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
-shaped solid Australian opal with alluring flashes of orange, yellow, green and blue play of colour and
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Australian Opal and Old Cut Diamond Vintage Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Australian opals and four old cut diamonds. We named this ever so lovely the Kamila Ring. The Kamila Ring is
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Opal and Old Cut Diamond Vintage Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Australian opals and four old cut diamonds. We named this ever so lovely the Kamila Ring. The Kamila Ring is
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Solid Australian Opal Round Diamond Vintage Pendant 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
solid freeform oval Australian opal carefully set in a minimalist bezel setting. We have named this
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid Australian Opal and Garnet Vintage Eternity Ring in 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
lovely round solid Australian opal cabochons alternating with five bright purplish garnets. We have named
Category
Late 20th Century British Romantic Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Garnet, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Circa 1980s 15 Carat Solid Australian Opal Vintage 18 Carat Yellow Gold Necklet
Located in Hamilton, AU
heart, destined to be forever yours.
The Mateo Pendant Gem Details
The solid Australian opal displays
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Australian Opal Cabochon and Three Diamond 9 Carat Yellow Gold Vintage Pendant
Located in Hamilton, AU
shape opal cabochon displaying bright abundant flashes of orange, green and violet play of colour, and
Category
20th Century Australian Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Solid Australian Opal Round Brilliant Diamond Pendant in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 18 carat yellow gold, this charming vintage pendant holds an alluring opal blazen with
Category
20th Century Australian Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage circa 1970s Freeform Australian Opal Dress Ring 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
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The Primrose Ring Gem Details
The freeform solid Australian white base opal is estimated to weigh
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid Australian Opal and Round Brilliant Diamond Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Forged in 18 carat yellow gold, this gorgeous vintage ring boasts a luminous opal displaying a
Category
20th Century Australian Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1970s Solid White Australian Opal Three Stone Ring 14 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
A kaleidoscope of colours, the 1970s Evelyn Ring is a stunning jewel, her opals flash red, yellow
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Solid Australian Opal and Round Diamond Vintage Pendant in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Australian solid dark opal displaying vivid splashes of red, maroon, violet and aqua in subdued hues. The
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid Australian Opal and Round Diamond Vintage Pendant in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Gem Details
The oval Australian solid opal has a dark grey body tone with flashes and patches of
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Crystal Australian Opal and Diamond Vintage Ring in 14 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
out into a partial rub over setting with a gorgeous oval dark crystal opal pulsing with a vibrant
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Australian Black Opal Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Beautiful 14k gold earrings, set with oval black Australian opal gemstones - approx. 1.50ct each
Category
20th Century Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Australian 19.06ct Boulder Opal, Diamond, 18K Gold
Platinum Bracelet
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
Opal
Opal Weight: 19.06ct
Opal Origin: Winton, QLD, Australia
Diamonds: 0.23ct D IF - F VVS
Setting
Category
1990s Australian Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
3.8 Carat Fire Opal and Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in DALLAS, TX
14k white gold 3.8 carat Australian opal and 0.92 carat diamond ring. Size 7
Category
20th Century Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sterling Silver Necklace with Natural Solid Australian Black Opal
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
Australian opal jewellery by Gryffin Opal, you are choosing ethical, sustainable sourcing, and traditionally
Category
Late 20th Century Australian Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Black Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Australian 7.70ct Black Opal, Diamond
Platinum Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
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THE GRYFFIN OPAL DIFFERENCE
By investing in solid Australian opal jewellery by House Gryffin, you are
Category
Late 20th Century Australian Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Gold Butterfly Brooch With Natural Opals
Rubies Hallmarked London 1985
Located in Preston, Lancashire
pierce work gold is ornamented with various sized natural Australian opals to wings and body and its eyes
Category
Late 20th Century British Art Deco Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian 23.87ct Boulder Opal, Diamond, 18K Gold
Platinum Ring
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
perfectly
THE GRYFFIN OPAL DIFFERENCE
By investing in solid Australian opal jewellery by House Gryffin, you
Category
Late 20th Century Australian Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
18K Vintage Opal Diamond Yellow Gold Halo Ring
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Lovely Vintage c.1973 Australian Opal and Diamond halo cluster ring in 18 Carat white and yellow
Category
1970s British Post-War Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold and Opal Cross Necklace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Australian opals make this a unique and beautiful piece! Sorry, the flash washes out the true color of these
Category
20th Century Unknown Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold
Vintage 14 Karat Gold Lapis Malachite Opal Inlay Geometric Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
lazuli with pyrite flecks, malachite, Australian opal, and 3 diamond accents on one shoulder. Marked and
Category
1970s American Modernist Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 3 Carat Opal Diamond 14 Karat Gold Directional Cocktail Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
Beautiful vintage circa 1980s 14K yellow gold featuring a 3 carat fiery rainbow flecked Australian
Category
1980s American Contemporary Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Large Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Wynnewood, PA
This one of a kind opal ring has a 8.81 carat Australian Opal that is on fire. The green, pinks and
Category
1950s Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold
Australian Solid Freeform Opal and Diamond Vintage Pendant 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
enchanting free form dark solid Australian opal displaying red and orange patches and flashes of green and
Category
20th Century Australian Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Midcentury 14 Karat Gold .76 Carat Opal Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
Gorgeous Australian opal vintage midcentury circa 1960s .76 carat opal cabochon ring (measures
Category
1960s American Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold
Vintage 1990s Solid Australian Crystal Opal Pendant
Chain 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
delightful teardrop-shaped solid Australian opal with gorgeous flashes of orange and yellow play of colour
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Crystal, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
31 Carat Solid Australian Crystal Opal 9 Carat Yellow Gold Vintage Pendant
Located in Hamilton, AU
carat solid Australian Crystal Opal taking centre stage, and carefully set in a solid four flat clawed
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Crystal, Opal, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
9.6 Carat Solid Australian Carved Opal and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Hamilton, AU
Piper Pendant and Brooch Details
The solid Australian opal is estimated to weight 9.6 carats and
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Crystal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Harlequin Boulder Opal, Diamond, 18K Gold
Platinum Necklace
Brooch
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
: 12.34ct
Pattern: Harlequin
Opal Origin: Winton, QLD, Australia
Diamonds: 1.72ct D IF - F VVS
Metails: 18K
Category
Late 20th Century Australian Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Magnificent Australian Black Opal Ring
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Striking Australian black Opal and platinum cluster ring. The center black opal has a weight of
Category
20th Century Unknown Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Diamond, Platinum
Modern Australian Black Opal Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Modern Australian Black Opal Diamond Gold Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Ring size 6, ring top is 25mm x
Category
20th Century Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Platinum Set Australian Semi Black Opal Diamond Ring
Located in St.amford, CT
Circa 1980s Opal ring set in mountings with solid platinum band weigh 8.9 grams total flanked by
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
14 Carat Yellow Gold Australian Solid Crystal Opal Drop Clip on Earrings
Located in Hamilton, AU
with our solid oval Australian crystal opals and four round brilliant cut diamonds surrounded by a
Category
Late 20th Century Australian Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid Australian Crystal Opal Vintage Solitaire Ring in 14 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
solid Australian crystal opal displaying playful flashes of red, yellow, and green. We have named this
Category
20th Century Australian Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Black Opal, Ruby and Diamond Swan Pin/Pendant
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Australian Black Opal weighing 17.85cts; the neck, head and tail are decorated with pavé-set diamonds
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Circa 1980s, 9 Carat Gold Australian Crystal Opal Cluster Pendant with Chain
Located in Hamilton, AU
blue-green pear shape crystal opals arranged in a twisted flower formation on an elegantly curved frame
Category
20th Century Australian Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Crystal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid Australian Crystal Opal and Round Diamond Three-Stone Ring in 18 Carat
Located in Hamilton, AU
well with other gems and jewels.
The Madeline Ring Gem Details
The oval solid Australian crystal opal
Category
20th Century Australian Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage circa 1940s Australian Oval Crystal Opal Ring 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
mark a milestone occasion.
The Diana Ring Gem Details
The Australian crystal opal displays abundant
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Australian Opal Vintage
Materials
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
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Australian Opal Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact australian opal vintage you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 12 vintage editions and 3 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect australian opal vintage among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and round cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a australian opal vintage, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is an Australian Opal Vintage?
The price for a australian opal vintage starts at $490 and tops out at $6,910 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,188.
The Legacy of Opal in Jewelry Design
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).
Questions About Australian Opal Vintage
- What is an Australian opal?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Today, Australia and Ethiopia are the two largest producers of opals. Historically, most of the world’s opals were mined in South Australia. The stone is so closely associated with Australia that in 1993 it became the national gemstone. 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. Shop a collection of vintage and modern Australian opal jewelry from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021An Australian boulder opal is an opal mined from a large ironstone boulder under the ground. This type of opal is the second most valuable opal behind the black opal. Spot an Australian boulder opal by checking for a solid layer of brown ironstone left on the back of the stone. Shop Australian boulder opals on 1stDibs.
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