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Vintage 14K Gold Opal Bezel Set and Diamond Pave Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage ring featuring a white Australian opal in
a wide scallop ring with sectioned pave
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Black Opal 1.188 Carat Ring, 14 Karat Gold Halo Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
14k solid yellow gold with Australian black opal.
Stone weight: 1.188 carat opal
Cabochon-cut
20
Category
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Black Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful and unique Australian opal which is both a black and crystal opal at the same time! It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Platinum Oval Australian .60ct Opal and Diamond Halo Pendant with Platinum Chain
Located in Big Bend, WI
A platinum genuine earth mined Australian opal pendant with diamond halo. The oval cabochon cut
Category
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Opal Diamond Ring Circa 1960
s 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Opal jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Australian Opal Ring
Nice color and brilliance.
14k Yellow Gold approx 7.60 grams
Opal size
Category
Vintage 1960s Australian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Pear Shaped Opal with Diamond Accents 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥
Stone: Australian Opal & Diamonds
Band Material: 14k Yellow Gold
Weight: 4
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dark Blue Opal Silver Ring Genuine Opal Natural Australian Precious Opal Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
This striking ring features a dark natural Australian Opal displaying an intense blue opalescence
Category
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Silver
$2,855 Sale Price
60% Off
Boulder Opal Silver Ring 5 carat anniversary opal wedding gift vintage style
Located in Berlin, DE
Scratched sterling silver ring with natural Boulder Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements
Category
2010s German Artisan Signet Rings
Materials
Opal, Silver
$856 Sale Price
60% Off
1.00ct Solid Australian Oval Opal
Sapphire Halo Dress Ring in 18K Yellow Gold.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of delightful double halo sun-like design,
this vintage dress ring features a Solid Australian
Category
Vintage 1960s Australian Cluster Rings
Materials
Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Big Opal Boulder Australian Fine gemstone Freeform 47 ct Neon Blue SSEF cert
Located in Berlin, DE
Boulder Opal from Queensland, Australia is one of the rarest gemstones on earth.
Spectacular in
Category
2010s Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal
Lightning Ridge Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Platinum Lightning Ridge Opal Ring Featuring A 2.30 Carat Oval Australian Opal with Beautiful Blue
Category
2010s Australian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Oval Opal Ring with Diamond Accents 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥
Stone: Australian Opal & Diamond
Stone Cut: Oval & Round
Band Material: 14k
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Crystal Opal Necklace Natural Yellow Green Orange Opal Gold Plated Silver Pendan
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural Crystal Opal pendant in 18K gold plated sterling silver
gemstone origin - Australia
opal
Category
2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver
$737 Sale Price
60% Off
Lucea New York Opal
Icy Diamond Earrings
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Life In Color Collection
Sky blue color Australian Opal slice with icy Diamonds long dangle
Category
2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Silver, Silver Plate
4.83 Carat Superb Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A simply stunning gorgeous Australian crystal opal takes center stage of this platinum made ring
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Oval Opal Diamond Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥
Main Stone: Australian Opal & Diamond
Approx. Diamond Carat Weight: .16ct
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$510 / item
18.70 Carat Australian Crystal Opal Diamond 18k Yellow Gold
Platinum Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A contemporary brooch featuring a superb 18.70-carat Australian opal, showcasing a vibrant display
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Australian Lightning Ridge 18K Gold Diamond Opal Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
Large sparkling graduated Australian lightning ridge opal necklace, methiciously hand knotted on
Category
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Ruchi New York Opal
Diamond Earrings
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Life in color collection
Bright blue color Australian Opals are wrapped by diamond set in Sterling
Category
2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Silver, Silver Plate
Vintage 14K Gold Woven Band 3.50 Carats Opal Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 14K Gold Australian Opal Bracelet
Circa 1970s
One vintage bracelet crafted in 14K gold and
Category
Vintage 1970s Modern Link Bracelets
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Large Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive pendant featuring a 6.70 carat Australian opal with excellent play-of-color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Dalben light blue and pink Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
magnificent Queensland mine Australian boulder opal .
The Australian Opal have blue , pink and green spots
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Aquamarine, Opal and Turquoise 22 Karat Gold Dangle Earrings
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
, Turquoise, Aquamarine, Fire Opal and Australian Opal gemstones. Dangle earrings, including ear wires, are
Category
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Opal, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Fire Opal, Aquamarine, Citr...
Genuine Estate Australian Coober Pedy Opal 14K Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A sparkling Australian lightning ridge opal necklace, methiciously hand knotted, finished with an
Category
Early 2000s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Dark Opal Silver Ring 1.7 carat certificate gift mens jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural dark Opal
Opal gemstone origin - Australia
opal measurements - 8 x 9.40
Category
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
$951 Sale Price
60% Off
Fine Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
As good as it gets! This is a fine example of Australian opal; being a boulder opal or black opal
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
1.50ct Solid Australian Oval Opal
Diamond Cluster Halo Dress Ring in 14K Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of magnificent double halo design,
this vintage ring features
a Solid Australian Opal
of
Category
Early 2000s Australian Retro Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Tiffany and Co Angela Cummings Earrings
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany
Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany
Co 18K Gold Angela Cummings Black Jade Australian Opal
Disk Clip Earrings
Circa
Category
Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Black Jade, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Boulder Opal Ring silver Natural Opal gift friend anniversary opal wedding
Located in Berlin, DE
- Australia
Opal measurements - 12 x 16 mm / 0.47 x 0.62 in
US Size 8.5 = UK Size K 1/2 = European Size 57
Category
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Silver
$2,855 Sale Price
60% Off
15 Carat Australian Boulder Opal Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A captivating link necklace showcasing a stunning Australian opal as its centerpiece. The opal
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boulder Opal Pendant Mahogany Natural Unisex Necklace Ivy
Located in Berlin, DE
Boulder Opal necklace in sterling silver
Opal origin - Australia
Opal measurements - 0.16 x 0.51 x
Category
2010s French Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,761 Sale Price
60% Off
Triplet Opal Silver Pendant Natural Multicolor Rainbow Red Blue Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Triplet Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements - 0.079 x 0.2 x
Category
2010s German Artist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Silver
$471 Sale Price
60% Off
Art Deco Platinum 9.24 carat Opal Pendant with Diamonds and Synthetic Sapphires
Located in Big Bend, WI
Platinum Australian opal and diamond pendant with calibre cut synthetic and glass blue sapphire
Category
Antique Early 1900s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Vintage Retro Era Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking Vintage Retro Era Australian Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring, featuring a captivating
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black opal Ivy earrings neon Blue opalescence Art nouveau style
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
- Australia
opals measurements - 0.19 x 0.43 x 0.94 in / 5 x 11 x 24 mm
earrings weight - 11.8 grams
earrings
Category
2010s German Artisan Dangle Earrings
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
$11,898 Sale Price
60% Off
Boulder Opal Silver Ring Mens Statement Jewelry Gift birthday
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural Boulder Opal
Opal gemstone origin - Australia
opal measurements - 0.47
Category
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Silver
$1,427 Sale Price
60% Off
Green Opal Silver Ring Natural Australian Gemstone christmas gift
Located in Berlin, DE
A sculptural ring showcasing a natural Australian opal of 0.51 × 0.63 in (13 × 16 mm
Category
2010s German Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Silver
$2,046 Sale Price
62% Off
Big Opal Ring Gold Engagement Ring Large Wedding Band
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural boulder Opal 14K yellow gold ring
Opal origin - Australia
opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.59
Category
2010s French Art Nouveau Bridal Rings
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,043 Sale Price
60% Off
Genuine Australian Lightning Ridge Opal 18K Diamond Beaded Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A very rare dark Australian lightning ridge opal necklace, methiciously hand knotted, finished with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Boulder Opal Ring Gold Statement Art Nouveau style ring large
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural boulder Opal 14k yellow gold ring
Opal origin - Australia
Opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.59
Category
2010s French Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,043 Sale Price
60% Off
Opal Carving Silver Fish Pendant Natural violet Vintage Gemstone gift wife
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Opal carving in shape of Fish
opal origin - Australia
opal measurements
Category
2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Silver
$452 Sale Price
60% Off
Boulder Opal Gold Plated Silver Necklace Game of Thrones Style
Located in Berlin, DE
18K gold plated silver necklace with natural Boulder Koroit Opal
opal origin - Australia
opal
Category
2010s German Artist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver
$471 Sale Price
60% Off
18K Yellow Gold
Platinum Opal, Diamond
Emerald Duck Brooch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Cabochon cut = 1.25cttw
Australian Opal: Cabochon cut = 4.38cttw
Weight: 11.82 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Opal Diamond Pendant. PT900 Platinum Opal Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace. Genuine
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage
Materials: Gold, Platinum
Gemstone: Opal
Stunning Australian Opal Cabochon
Diamond Halo
Category
Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Platinum
Impressive 15.36 Carat Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Simply stunning! This beautiful platinum ring features a large and impressive Australian opal with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Opal, Platinum
32.41 Carat Australian Boulder Opal Diamond 18K Yellow Gold
Platinum Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking brooch featuring a large and impressive 32.41 carat Australian opal. The opal displays
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Translucent Oval Opal Studs with Greek Bezel Frame 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥
Main Stone: Translucent Australian Opal
Material: 14k Yellow Gold
Stone Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal Scratched Silver Ring Natural Australian Gemstone gift
Located in Berlin, DE
This elegant sterling silver ring features a natural dark opal sourced from Australia, renowned
Category
2010s German Artist Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Silver
$471 Sale Price
56% Off
Opal Cluster Diamond Ring
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥
Stone: Australian Opal & Diamond
Band Material: 10k Yellow Gold
Weight: 4
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Freeform Australian White Opal Bezel Set Necklace
Located in Portland, OR
Australian opal's beauty is brought out by this gorgeous freeform bezel-set mounting. This is truly a piece
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Opal Studs 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥
Main Stone: Australian Opal
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Stone Cut: Oval
Closure
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solitaire Opal Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
Stone: Australian Opal
Stone Cut: Round
Band Material: 14k Yellow Gold
Weight: 3 grams
**Due to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Opal Yellow Gold Stud Earrings Natural Blue Opal Australian
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold earrings with natural Black Opal
black opal origin - Australia
Opal measurements
Category
2010s German Artisan Stud Earrings
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold
$4,759 Sale Price
60% Off
Vintage Style Platinum Marquise Opal Eternity Diamond Engagement Ring Bridal Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-0.55 Carats, G-H Color VS2-SI1 Clarity. 9 Marquise Natural Australian Opals, 2 x 4 MM, 10 Round
Category
2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Oval Opal Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥
Main Stone: Australian Opal
Material: 14k Yellow Gold
Stone Cut: Oval
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.24 Carat Opal Oval Cab and Diamond 10K Rose Gold Classic Ring
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous oval-cut Australian Opal gemstone centers this remarkable Gin & Grace ring and accented
Category
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Wedding Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Gold and Ocean Australian Blue Green Black Opal Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
most rare of the opal family. There is a spectrum of color in this Australian opal, a dark tone with
Category
1990s Australian Modern Band Rings
Materials
Opal, 10k 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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