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Opera Length Rainbow Sapphire, Turquoise and Opal Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
gemstones such as;
• Sapphire
• Burma Ruby
• Swiss topaz
• Ethiopian opal
• Australian opal
• Tourmalines
Category
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, Amethys...
Wendy Brandes 18K Yellow Gold Cat Lariat Necklace With Orange Sapphires and Opal
By Wendy Brandes
Located in New York, NY
in one of his frequent "bowl poses" while playing with an Australian opal.
328 orange sapphires
Category
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,800 Sale Price
40% Off
Black Opal Gold Ring Unises Stardust Pattern Engagement Style
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold ring with natural Black Opal
black opal - Australia
opal measurements - 0.2 х 0.59
Category
2010s German Artisan Engagement Rings
Materials
Black Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$7,126 Sale Price
60% Off
Solid Opal
Fire Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Solid Opal & Mexican Fire Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Design
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,656 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Lightning Ridge 5 Carat Black Opal Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Tucson, AZ
combination of Australian opal and diamonds balances vibrant color with refined brilliance, ideal for
Category
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Bochic “Capri” Blue Opal, Ruby
Sapphire Necklace Set in 22k Gold
Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Blue Australian Opal, Ruby, Sapphire Necklace Set In 22K Gold & Silver
Drop
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Silver
Black Opal Titanium Gold Earrings Deep Neon Blue Fantasy Shape
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Titanium and 18K yellow gold earrings with natural Black Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal
Category
2010s French Art Nouveau Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Titanium
$3,088 Sale Price
52% Off
Boulder Opal from Australia
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional 116-carat Boulder Opal from Queensland, Australia, displays a mesmerizing play of
Category
2010s Australian Natural Specimens
Materials
Opal
Black Opal White Gold Stud Earrings Dark Blue Cabochon Unisex
Located in Berlin, DE
14K white gold stud earrings with natural Black Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements
Category
2010s French Artisan Stud Earrings
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,425 Sale Price
60% Off
Opal Gold Necklace Oval Artisan Gift Antique Style
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold pendant with natural Boulder Koroit Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements
Category
2010s French Aesthetic Movement Drop Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
$2,612 Sale Price
60% Off
Signed Art Deco High Domed 5 Carat Opal And Diamond Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
domed cabochon Australian opal, bold and mystical, showing dominant flashes of green, yellow, with
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Boulder Opal Gold Pendant Walnut Brown Triangle nugget
Located in Berlin, DE
18K gold pendant with natural Boulder Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements - 0.16 х
Category
2010s French Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,703 Sale Price
34% Off
Black Opal Gold Diamond Ring Style Natural Electric Blue Gem
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold ring with Black Opal and Diamond
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements - 0.079 х 0.2
Category
2010s German Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$4,513 Sale Price
51% Off
Minimalist Oval Shaped Australian Solid Opal Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Oval Shaped Australian Opal Necklace 18K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS First Class
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Minimalist Australian Solid Opal Curved Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Australian Solid Opal Curved Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS First
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Opal Yellow Gold Ring Nacreous Natural Gem Engagement ring
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold ring with natural Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.16 х
Category
2010s French Artisan Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$2,375 Sale Price
39% Off
Black Opal earrings white gold Neon Blue Special person wedding gift jewelry
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
18K white gold earrings with natural Black Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements - 0.31 x
Category
2010s French Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$13,777 Sale Price
60% Off
Lightning Ridge Black Opal White Diamond Opal Triple Strand 21k Gold Necklace
By Eva Steinberg
Located in Dallas, TX
-play Australian opal spheres totaling 60.64 carats separated by 26 21k yellow gold cylinders, and is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Crystal, Black Opal, Gold,...
Brazilian Lavender Quartz Trillion Ear Jackets with Silver Spinel Studs
By Angel Alchemy Jewelry
Located in Kula, HI
:
My handmade Angel Alchemy pieces are made for long-term wear, using solid Australian Opals which I
Category
2010s American Drop Earrings
Materials
Quartz, Spinel, 14k Gold
Black Opal White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Natural Electric neon Blue Gem
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold ring with Black Opal and Diamond
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements - 0.079 х 0.2
Category
2010s German Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$4,513 Sale Price
60% Off
Black Opal Ring Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring Valentine
s Day gift
Located in Berlin, DE
18K white gold ring with natural Black Opal and White Icy Diamonds
opal origin - Australia
opal
Category
2010s German Art Deco Wedding Rings
Materials
Black Opal, Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$4,988 Sale Price
60% Off
Opaln Five Stone Cabochon Stackable 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Manchester By The Sea, MA
. The ring features five beautiful Australian Opal Cabochons 3mm in diameter. The ring is manufactured
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$696 Sale Price
20% Off
Boulder Opal Ring Gold Gem Unisex Jewelry Unique engagement ring
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with unique Boulder Opal
Opal origin - Australia
Opal measurements - 0,24 х
Category
2010s French Aesthetic Movement Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$9,026 Sale Price
50% Off
Large Neon Opal Ring in Patinated Silver Art Nouveau Style gift
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Big neon Opal ring in patinated silver
opal origin - Australia
opal weight - 16.19 carat
ring
Category
2010s French Artisan Fashion Rings
Materials
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Opal Black Silver Earrings Dangle Large Gemstone LOTR Gothic style wedding
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Boulder Koroit Opal earrings in blackened and gold plated silver
opal origin - Australia
opal
Category
2010s French Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings
Materials
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
$2,137 Sale Price
60% Off
Opal on Matrix from Australia
Located in New York, NY
This mesmerizing Opal on Matrix specimen from Australia showcases a breathtaking play of color
Category
2010s Australian Natural Specimens
Materials
Opal
Boulder Opal Silver Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
This sterling silver ring features an elegant Boulder Opal sourced from Australia, selected for its
Category
2010s German Artisan Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, Silver
$1,068 Sale Price
60% Off
Engagement Opal Ring Gold Unisex Tree of Fantasy Forest Lotr Style
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with natural Boulder Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal weight - 14 carats
Category
2010s French Artisan Wedding Rings
Materials
Opal, Crystal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$7,126 Sale Price
60% Off
Large Boulder Koroit Opal Silver Ring 9ct opal anniversary gift
Located in Berlin, DE
significant piece suitable for collectors, connoisseurs of Australian opal, or anyone seeking a singular jewel
Category
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
$1,710 Sale Price
60% Off
Antique Victorian 18K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond and Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
ring features old rose cut diamonds set around a natural Australian opal in the center. The ring has
Category
Antique 1820s Victorian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
English 925 Sterling Silver Natural Colourful Opal Victorian Style Ring
Located in Chesham, GB
handset with beautiful natural Australian opals measuring 6x4mm (0.24"x0.16), 5x4mm (0.20"x0.16") & 4mm
Category
2010s British Victorian Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, Sterling Silver
Diamonds Opal 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
gold and 800-millesimal silver. At the heart of the piece lies a stunning Australian opal, a precious
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Blue Opal Silver Ring Milky Way Natural Australain stone Unisex Jewelry gift 3ct
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural Blue Opal with Milky way pattern
opal origin - Australia
opal
Category
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Silver
$4,703 Sale Price
60% Off
6 Carat Ethiopian Opal in "Crunchy" 18K Gold East-West Solitaire Bezel Ring
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Note: Ethiopian opals are more porous than those from Australia or Brazil, so it's important that this
Category
2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy 1.53 Carat Opal Diamond Ruby Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Extra fine oval Australian opal with red, green, and blue colors mounted in a simple 18k yellow
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
English 14K White Gold Natural Colourful Opal Victorian Style Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
with beautiful natural Australian opals measuring 6x4mm (0.24"x0.16), 5x4mm (0.20"x0.16") & 4mm (0.16
Category
2010s British Victorian Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
New Black Opal Emerald Cut Diamonds 18 karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
ring.
Our opinion : The opal set in this diamond ring displays the characteristics of Australian opals
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Handcraft Multi-Color 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
, Australian opals, aquamarine,pearls, rubies, diamonds and tanzanite.
Made entirely by hand by our craftsmen
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Noblesse Oblige Studio 14mm Boulder Opal Beaded Necklace, 19 Inches
Located in Chesterland, OH
come from Andamooka, South Australia, sometimes called “painted lady.” Boulder opal matrix may be brown
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Sterling Silver
1925 Opal Calibrated Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold.
Sublime antique ring, it is decorated with an Australian opal
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal Gold Ring Diamond Engagement Ring Iridescent Art Deco Style
Located in Berlin, DE
14K white gold ring with natural opal and diamonds
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements
Category
2010s French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$2,375 Sale Price
60% Off
9K White Gold Natural Opal Victorian Trilogy Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This stunning ring is made from 375 9K White Gold and handset with Natural colourful Australian
Category
2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Opal, 9k Gold, White Gold
Rare Raoul Sosa Sugilite and Opal Arrowhead Ring
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
from the Kalahari Desert in Africa, scintillating Opal from Australia and Brazil.
Material – Sugilite
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Fashion Rings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold
Boulder Opal from Australia – 397.45 ct
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent Boulder Opal from Australia is a true masterpiece of nature, showcasing a
Category
2010s Australian Natural Specimens
Materials
Opal
Edwardian 6.00 Ct Harlequin Opal 1.80 Ct Diamond 18 KT Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Australian Opal attracts the attention with fabulous flashes of electric pastel-coloured confetti
Category
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Platinum
Modern Black Opal Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Geometric Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
with certificate of authenticity.
Our opinion : Displaying the characteristics of Australian opal, this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 5 Carat Australian Black Opal Brooch Pendant Yellow Gold 1900s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique Edwardian Australian Lightning Ridge Harlequin Precious Black Opal and White Opal Brooch
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10 Carat Australian Boulder Opal Freeform Cabochon
Located in New York, NY
. Mined from the rich opal fields of Australia, this specimen showcases a natural, freeform shape. The
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
3.49ct Freeform Cabochon White Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Opal
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 3.49 cts
Measurements: 13.67 x 10.35 x
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
1.54ct Oval Cabochon White Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Opal
Variety:
Treatment: None
Origin: Australia
Notes: Phenomenon: Displaying Play Of Color
Internal
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
2.21ct Oval Cabochon Grey Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
(N7)
Saturation: 5 Strong
Species: Opal
Variety:
Treatment: None
Origin: Australia
Notes: Phenomenon
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
1.66ct Oval Cabochon Grey Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
)
Saturation: 4 Moderately Strong
Species: Opal
Variety:
Treatment: None
Origin: Australia
Notes: Phenomenon
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Genuine Rainbow Sapphire and Turquoise with Ethiopian Opal 20 inch Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
• Australian Opals
• Sapphire
• Larimar
• Tanzanite
• Ethiopian opals
• Pink opal
• Rose quartz
• Citrine
Category
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Citrine, Opal, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Turquoise, Chrysophrase,...
1.35ct Oval Cabochon Grey Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
)
Saturation: 4-5 Moderately Strong- Strong
Species: Opal
Variety:
Treatment: None
Origin: Australia
Notes
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
0.47ct Oval Cabochon White Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Opal
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 0.47 cts
Measurements: 8.12 x 6.13 x 1.41
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
0.8ct Oval Cabochon Gray Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Opal
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 0.8 cts
Measurements: 8.14 x 6.11 x 2.31
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
1.36ct Oval Cabochon Gray Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Opal
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 1.36 cts
Measurements: 9.25 x 7.33 x 2.84
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
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Australian Opal For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact australian opal you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 153 vintage or 537 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect australian opal may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic australian opal over the years, but those made by Renata Bernard, Laura Dalben and SCALA GIOIELLI are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A cabochon version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and mixed cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a australian opal, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is an Australian Opal?
On average, a australian opal at 1stDibs sells for $5,319, while they’re typically $312 on the low end and $340,949 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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
- 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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