Blue Opal Australian
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Artisan Fashion Rings
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s European Retro Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
2010s German Artisan Solitaire Rings
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s French Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Opal, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, G...
2010s Hong Kong Artisan Modern Bracelets
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Japanese Modern Dome Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Artisan Engagement Rings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Artisan Engagement Rings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Turkish Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
2010s French Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite...
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Artisan Signet Rings
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Fire Opal, Black Opal, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Pi...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea P...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Spinel, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Black Diamond, Opal, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s German Artisan Stud Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold
2010s Australian Art Nouveau Vanity Items
Opal, Black Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citr...
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Dome Rings
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Australian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Enamel
2010s German Artist Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Vintage 1980s Thai Baroque Brooches
Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s Australian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Opal, Peridot, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings
Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, White Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate...
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Ruby, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
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Blue Opal Australian For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Blue Opal Australian?
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).
- 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.








