Blue Opal
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Bangles
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1670s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Blue Topaz, Tsavorite, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Blown Glass, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Blown Glass, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Blown Glass, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Blown Glass, Acrylic
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Cluster Rings
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Opal, Black Opal
Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Cluster Rings
Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s American Arts and Crafts Chain Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Brooches
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Solitaire Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Black Opal, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary North American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Antique 1870s English Victorian Band Rings
Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold
1990s American Retro Brooches
Opal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Topa...
Vintage 1960s American Victorian Bangles
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Amethyst, Citrine, Blue Topaz, Rhodolite, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Jeans
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Blue Topaz, Rhodolite, Yellow...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Bangles
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Victorian Engagement Rings
Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Black Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapph...
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Opal,...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Opal, Zircon, Sterling Silver
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire, Opal, Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold
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 Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Fire Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Brooches
Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Fi...
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
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Blue Opal For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Blue Opal?
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).