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Dalben Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Earrings
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Australian boulder opal weight 7,85 carats .
The australian boulder opals have an intense deep green blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Dalben Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
light blue Australian Boulder Opal .
The Australian boulder opal has wonderful green light-blue pastel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Dalben Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Earrings
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
set Australian Boulder Opals weighing 12 carats.
max width 16 mm
height without leverback 34 mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural 12.61 Ct Australian green-blue black boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This rare 12.61 Ct Australian black boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal, Black Opal
Australian Loose Solid Oval Opal of 5.00ct (17mm x 11mm). Lightning Ridge.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Australian Loose Solid Opal is
of impressive 5.00ct (17mm x 11mm)
from Lightning Ridge
Category
Vintage 1980s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large fine crystal opal from Australia weighing 5.97 carats. It has fantastic play-of-color as
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Solid 14k White Gold Natural Opal womens Eternity Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
approx 3.5mm (0.14") round. These are natural, earth-mined Australian Opals and as natural stones each
Category
2010s British Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely platinum cocktail ring featuring a 4.51 carat Australian black opal. It is a classic blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Bochic “Capri” Rose Sapphires, Opal, Ruby
Pearl Ring Set In 18K Gold
Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Australian Opals
5 Carat
Natural Shapes
Red Pear Shape Ruby - 1 Carat
This Ring is from the "Capri
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Materials
Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yell...
$792 Sale Price
20% Off
Natural 9.36 Ct Australian wood replacement opal heart mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This brilliant 9.36 Ct wood replacement opal, carved into a heart, is a truly exceptional addition
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
AGL Certified 8.11 Carat Australian Black Opal Vivid Blue Green N2-B4
Located in Chicago, IL
This pear-shape stunning Australian Black Opal displays a vivid Blue-Green Play-of-Color Phenomena
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal, Black Opal
$35,600 Sale Price
20% Off
4.60 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
spark conversation wherever you go. At its heart lies a captivating 4.60 CT Australian Black Opal. Its
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
3.67 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A superb true gem quality Australian black opal takes center stage. The gem opal weighs 3.67 carats
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Halo Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic and gemmy Australian black opal weighing 2.85 carats takes center stage of this platinum
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Big Black Opal Silver Ring Unusual Pattern Australian gift Opal wedding 9.5 US
Located in Berlin, DE
This beautiful and bold ring features a natural Australian black opal with an intriguing pattern
Category
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
$3,088 Sale Price
60% Off
Boulder Koroit Opal Silver Long Earrings Australian Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
- Australia
earrings weight - 5.5 grams
earrings length - 53 mm
gem size is 6 x 8 mm
opal weight - 5.5 ct
Category
2010s German Artisan Dangle Earrings
Materials
Opal, Silver
$712 Sale Price
52% Off
Natural 11.94 Ct Australian Crystal Nautilus opal carving mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 11.94 Ct Australian gem crystal opal, carved into a nautilus shell, is a truly
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Crystal, Opal
10k White Gold Natural Opal
Amethyst Womens Cluster Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This Solid 10k White Gold ring has been set with one colorful Australian Opal, 7x5mm (0.28" x 0.20
Category
2010s British Victorian Engagement Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Opal, 10k Gold, White Gold
Solid 14K Yellow Gold Natural Opal
Emerald womens Trilogy Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
wonderful timeless trilogy ring. This Australian Opal is full of flecks of colour which catch the light as
Category
2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ocean Blue Opal Ring Gold Australian Blue Opal Statement Ring
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Boulder Opal 18K white gold and blackened silver ring
Opal origin - Australia
stone
Category
2010s French Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Sterling Silver, Silver, White Gold, 18k Gold
$10,926 Sale Price
60% Off
Natural 7.66 Ct Australian green and pink boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 7.66 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Mt. Margaret opal
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Large Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive black opal from Australia! It weighs 17.39 carats and has great play-of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Opal Gold Ring Genuine Australian special person gift opal wedding anniversary
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
natural Boulder Opal
opal origin - Australia
gem size is 0.28 x 0.63 x 0.91 in / 7 х 16 х 23 mm
opal
Category
2010s French Contemporary Dome Rings
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian c1920
s Australian Solid 2.50ct Black Opal Bar Brooch in 15K Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Opal
of quite impressive size of 14mm x 6.5mm,
which is approx. 2.50ct,
of Australian origin
Category
Vintage 1920s Australian Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, 15k Gold
Natural 2.75 Ct Australian green and pink black boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 2.75 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal, Black Opal
Opal necklace silver Blue Boulder Natural Australian Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Matte finish silver pendant with natural Boulder "Koroit" Opal
gemstone origin - Australia
Category
2010s German Artist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Silver
$593 Sale Price
60% Off
Pink Rainbow Sapphire and Emerald Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
Diopside
• Emerald
• Ethiopian opal
• Australian opal
• Tourmaline
• Sunstone
• Yellow Lepidolite
• Agates
Category
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Emerald, Opal, Turquoise, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold,...
Black Opal Diamonds Gold Silver Ring Antique Style Unisex Engagement
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
the mysterious depth of the central gem: a natural black opal from Australia, 0.88 carats, full of
Category
2010s French Victorian Engagement Rings
Materials
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gol...
$7,363 Sale Price
48% Off
1.75 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking ring featuring a 1.75-carat oval black opal. The opal displays a vibrant rainbow of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Platinum
5.54ct Freeform Tablet Semi Black Opal GIA Certified Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Opal
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal, Black Opal
Boulder Opal Earrings Middle-Earth Tolkien Lord of the Rings
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
" - Boulder Opal earrings in yellow gold and blackened silver
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements - 0.79
Category
2010s French Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
$13,777 Sale Price
31% Off
Solid 9K White Gold Natural Opal womens Trilogy Ring - Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
2.75mm round. These are natural Australian Opals which have been individually selected and hand set into
Category
2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Opal, 9k Gold, White Gold
Dalben Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
By Oreste Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Australian Boulder Opals weighing 23 carats.
max width 13,50 mm
height without leverback 24,3 mm
height
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dalben Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Dangle Earrings
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
bezel set Australian Boulder Opals weighing 17,6 carats.
max width 9,8 mm
height without leverback 48
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Dalben Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
By Oreste Dalben
Located in Como, IT
- green bezel set Australian Boulder Opals weighing 9,6 carats.
max width 11-12 mm
height without
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 5.53 Ct Australian Gem Opal Crystal Butterfly Wings mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 5.53 Ct natural Australian gem crystal opal, carved into a pair of butterfly wings
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal, Crystal
18k Gold Australian Boulder Opal and Peridot Pendant
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
A stylish and intriguing 18k gold pendant with a natural Australian boulder opal and a brilliant
Category
2010s Dutch Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Peridot, 18k Gold
18k Gold Australian Boulder Opal and Amethyst Pendant
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
A stylish and intriguing 18k gold pendant with a natural Australian boulder opal and a brilliant
Category
2010s Dutch Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Opal, 18k Gold
Natural 9.47 Ct Australian crystal conch-shell opal carving mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 9.47 Ct Australian gem crystal opal, carved into a conch shell, is a truly
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Crystal, Opal
18k Gold Australian Boulder Opal and Diamond Pendant
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
A stylish and intriguing 18k gold pendant with a natural Australian boulder opal and a Bolshevik
Category
2010s Dutch Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Australian Blue Fire Opal Star Ruby Gold Earrings
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Australian Blu Fire Opal Star Ruby 18 k Gold gr Earrings.
All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings
Materials
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
3.50ct Oval Australian Solid Opal
Diamond 18K White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Performed in 18K White Gold,
the ring is centrally set with
a magnificent Australian Solid Opal
Category
Vintage 1970s Australian Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, White Gold, 18k Gold
Big Blue Opal Silver Ring Natural Statement Australian Dark Opal Jewellery 9 US
Located in Berlin, DE
This large contemporary ring features a natural 15-carat Australian blue Opal, set in a sculptural
Category
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Silver
$2,802 Sale Price
60% Off
14K White Gold Australian Black Opal Necklace 5.3g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k white gold Australian black opal necklace.
Stamped 585 and weighs 5.3 grams gross weight.
The
Category
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Black Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Necklace with Two Australian Solid Black Opal and Diamond Claps
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is a premium White South Sea Pearl Necklace with 2 Australian Solid Black Opal as the Claps
Category
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Opal, Black Opal
Australian Black Opal Diamond Flower Earrings 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
: 4.8 Grams
Australian Black Opal Count: 2 round
Australian Black Opal Diameter: ~5 mm
Diamonds: 36
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Dalben Design Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Necklace
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Australian Boulder Opal weight 4,29 carat.
pendant dimension :
max width 12 mm
height 19 mm
Chain length
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
7.67 Carat Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely platinum made ring featuring a fine Australian crystal opal weighing an impressive 7.67
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Dalben Rectangular Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
- pink Australian Boulder Opal .
The opal changes colors from pink and green with different light and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Magnificent Australian Loose Black Boulder Opal of 5.50ct. 19mm x 12mm x 4mm.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Australian Loose Boulder Opal is
of impressive 5.50ct (19mm x 12mm x 4mm)
from Winton
Category
Vintage 1980s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
18K Yellow Gold Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Earrings
By Thomas Laine LLC
Located in New York City, NY
Stunning One of A Kind 18k Yellow Gold Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Earrings.
Hand Selected
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9.27 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive cocktail ring featuring a natural Australian black opal weighing 9.27 carats
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Natural Opal Pendant Boulder Australian Gemstone Gothic Style gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Pendant with natural Boulder "Koroit" Opal
gemstone origin - Australia
pendant weight - 6.25 grams
Category
2010s German Artist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal
$356 Sale Price
60% Off
1.11 Carat Fine Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
brilliance and sparkle to the ring. Hand-fabricated in platinum, a fine Australian black opal ring ready to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
White Precios Opal SIlver Ring Natural Australian stone gift
Located in Berlin, DE
circumference
ring weight - 4.9 grams
stone measurements - 0.31 х 0.39 in / 8 х 10 mm
Opal origin - Australia
Category
2010s German Artisan Solitaire Rings
Materials
Opal, Silver
$878 Sale Price
60% Off
Dalben Rainbow Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Australian Boulder Opal .
The stone rainbow colors continuosly change with the different light from deep
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Halo Diamond Platinum 4.39 Carat Australian Black Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Australian Black Opal 4.39 Carats. 24 Round Diamonds F-G Color SI1 Clarity 0.52 Carats.
Featuring an
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
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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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