Blue Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1990s Dutch Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1990s Dutch Modern Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
2010s British Georgian Engagement Rings
Opal, Tourmaline, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Victorian Cluster Rings
Opal, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Opal, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s British Art Nouveau Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Opal, 9k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Minimalist Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Earrings
Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s French Retro Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Lever-Back Earrings
Chalcedony, Onyx, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Australian Retro Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Ye...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Emerald, Fire Opal, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yell...
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Band Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s American Artist Stud Earrings
Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Late 20th Century Engagement Rings
21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Zircon, Sterling Silver
2010s Dutch Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Chain Necklaces
Opal, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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).