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Simple Oval Shaped Australian Solid Opal Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Simple Oval Shaped Australian Solid Opal Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$468 Sale Price
20% Off
Faye Kim Lightning Ridge Australian Black Opal Hinged Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A captivating blend of artistry and modern refinement, Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Black Opal Hinge
Category
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Platinum Diamond GIA Certified 8.70 Carat Rare Australian Black Opal Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lustrous Lightning Ridge Australian Black Opal cabochon surrounded by beautiful baguette diamonds in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Unique Design Australian Solid Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Unique Design Australian Solid Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,280 Sale Price
20% Off
11.32 Carat Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Sunburst 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A superb platinum ring featuring a very fine Australian boulder opal. It weighs an impressive 11.32
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Twisted Band Round Australian Solid Opal Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Twisted Band Round Australian Solid Opal Ring in 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS First Class
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$438 Sale Price
20% Off
Minimalist Oval Natural Australian Doublet Opal Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Oval Natural Australian Doublet Opal Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS First
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$422 Sale Price
20% Off
Minimalist Marquise Australian Solid Opal Engagement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Marquise Australian Solid Opal Engagement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$382 Sale Price
20% Off
Golden Hill Turquoise
Australian Boulder Opal 18 Karat Gold Dangle Earrings
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
Golden Hill Turquoise from Kazakhstan and Australian Boulder Opal 18k yellow gold dangle earrings
Category
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Opal, Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
2.28 Carat Australian Black Opal, Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mintabie Mine in Australia. The opal exhibits vivid play-of-color with striking orange, yellow, blue and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
35.23 Carat Australian Boulder Opal Tsavorite 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A captivating opal, weighing 32.23 carats, forms the centerpiece of this contemporary ring. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Materials
Opal, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Gold
Palladium AGL Australian Black Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
black opal:
Species: Natural Opal
Variety: Natural Black Opal
Geographic Origin: Australia
Measurements
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Palladium, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$6,472 Sale Price
20% Off
Delicate Oval Shaped Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Delicate Oval Shaped Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings 18K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
$384 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Solid Australian Black Opal Heishi Bead Necklace 14k Gold Push Gate Clasp R4288
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Solid Australian black Opal Heishi bead necklace with a 14k yellow gold push gate oval clasp
♥
Category
2010s American Chain Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Australian Boulder Rainbow Oval Doublet Opal Studs Diamonds Solid 24k Gold
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Australian Boulder Rainbow Oval Doublet Opal Stud Earrings w/ Diamonds Solid 24K Gold
Oval Opals
Category
2010s Turkish Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Halo Lightning Ridge Australian Black Opal Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's striking 18 Karat Gold Diamond Halo Lightning Ridge Australian Black Opal Ring marries
Category
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Oval Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Oval Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold.
Free
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Crab Australian Doublet Opal
Diamond Eyes Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Adorable Crab Australian Doublet Opal & Diamond Eyes 14K Yellow Gold Cancer Zodiac Pendant Necklace
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$606 Sale Price
20% Off
14K Rose Gold Small Oval Natural Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings
Located in Suwanee, GA
14K Rose Gold Small Oval Natural Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings.
Free Domestic USPS First
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
$286 Sale Price
20% Off
Unique 1960s Australian Mintabie Black Opal Natural Pearl Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
of Coober Pedy, in South Australia. Mintabie opal is renowned for its bright colors and longevity
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
Minimal Style Oval Australian Doublet Opal Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimal Style Oval Australian Doublet Opal Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$462 Sale Price
20% Off
Bluish Purple 0.60ct Round Australian Boulder Opal, Stackable Ring with Diamonds
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Bluish Purple, 0.60ct Round Australian Boulder Opal, Stackable Ring with Diamond Detail, 24K Solid
Category
2010s Turkish Contemporary Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Geometric Pear Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Geometric Pear Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Ring 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS First Class
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$712 Sale Price
20% Off
Small Minimalist Round Australian Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Small Minimalist Round Australian Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$286 Sale Price
20% Off
Australian Lightning Ridge Oval Opal 18 Karat White Gold Bypass Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This exquisite bypass ring features two captivating oval Opals weighing 1.37 carat total weight
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Minimalist Black Agate Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Black Agate Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Materials
Agate, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Australian Boulder Opal, Turquoise, Silver and 18 Karat Gold Dangle Earrings
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
Stunning Australian Boulder Opal and Carico Lake turquoise (from the closed mine in Nevada, USA
Category
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Opal, Turquoise, Multi-gemstone, Turquoise Matrix, 18k Gold, Sterling Si...
$2,200 Sale Price
24% Off
Minimalist Three Stone Australian Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Three Stone Australian Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
$374 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Art Deco 1930s 10.00 Carat Australian Black Opal Brooch with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Australian Black Opal at the center weighing approximately 10.00
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Simple Oval Natural Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Simple Oval Natural Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS First
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$390 Sale Price
20% Off
Twisted Band Oval Australian Solid Opal Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Twisted Band Oval Australian Solid Opal Ring in 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS First Class
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
18K White Gold AGL Australian Multi Colored Black Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
: Natural Black Opal
Geographic Origin: Australia
Measurements: 8.40mm x 7.30mm x 4.45mm in depth.
Estimated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Three Stone Marquise Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Three Stone Marquise Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings 18K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS First
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$368 Sale Price
20% Off
Doublet Opal Yellow Gold Bracelet Deep Blue Natural Australian Gem Mermaid Style
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold bracelet with natural Doublet Opal
opal origin - Australia
stone measurements
Category
2010s Hong Kong Artisan Modern Bracelets
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,136 Sale Price
60% Off
Flower Design Australian Solid Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Flower Design Australian Solid Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
$544 Sale Price
20% Off
Adorable Bat Design Australian Solid Opal
Diamond Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Adorable Bat Design Australian Solid Opal & Diamond Necklace 18K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$507 Sale Price
20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring featuring an Oval Australian Solid Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
18K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring featuring an Oval Australian Solid Opal.
Free Domestic USPS First
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$550 Sale Price
20% Off
Earth Moon Design Australian Doublet Opal
Diamond Bracelet in 18K Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Earth Moon Design Australian Doublet Opal & Diamond Bracelet in 18K Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Chain Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage Inspired Oval Australian Solid Opal Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Vintage Inspired Oval Australian Solid Opal Engagement Wedding Ring 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$471 Sale Price
20% Off
Hexagon Flower Australian Solid Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Hexagon Flower Australian Solid Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Minimalist Round Shaped Australian Triplet Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Round Shaped Australian Triplet Opal Stud Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
$318 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Matte Finish Engagement Ring Australian Crystal Opal Diamond 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Matte Finish Engagement Ring Australian Crystal Opal Diamond 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
$684 Sale Price
40% Off
Minimalist Marquise Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Marquise Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 18K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Round Shaped Australian Triplet Opal Pendant Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Round Shaped Australian Triplet Opal Pendant Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS First
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Small Pear Shaped Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Small Pear Shaped Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS First
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1.27 Carat Australian Lightning Ridge Black Opal Ring Made in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.27 Carat, Natural, Australian Black Opal and 0.72 Carats of Diamond
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Australian White Opal Turquoise Ruby Emerald Gold Egyptian-Style Carving Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A special piece of art made of a natural piece of Australian white opal. It is hand carved
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eternity Australian Solid Round Opal Ring 14K Yellow Gold Wedding Band
Located in Suwanee, GA
Eternity Australian Solid Round Opal Ring 14K Yellow Gold Wedding Band Rainbow.
Free Domestic
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$551 Sale Price
20% Off
Heart Shaped Australian Solid Opal
Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Heart Shaped Australian Solid Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
14K Yellow Gold Double Halo Diamond 2.65 Carat Oval Australian Black Opal Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Classic
Metal- 14K Yellow Gold, .583.
Stones- 1 Oval Australian Black Opal 2.65
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Two-Side Australian Doublet Opal
Malachite Round Pendant Necklace 14K Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Two-Side Australian Doublet Opal & Malachite Round Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Malachite, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Australian Black Opal Doublet and Diamond Dangle Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These elegant dangle earrings feature beautiful opals and round diamonds set in 14k yellow gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Minimalist Round Shaped Australian Doublet Opal
Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Round-Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Eternity Heart Australian Crystal Opal Circle Necklace Pendant 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Eternity Heart Australian Crystal Opal Circle Necklace Pendant 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Flower Design Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Stunning Flower Design Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Earth and Moon Design Australian Doublet Opal
Diamond Stud Earrings 14K Rose
Located in Suwanee, GA
Earth and Moon Design Australian Doublet Opal & Diamond Stud Earrings 14K Rose Gold.
Free
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Earth and Moon Design Australian Doublet Opal
Diamond Stud Earrings 14K Yellow
Located in Suwanee, GA
Earth and Moon Design Australian Doublet Opal & Diamond Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold.
Free
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
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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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