Blue Opal
20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citr...
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches
Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Opal, Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings
Opal, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Aluminum, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases
Glass
Vintage 1940s European Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Copper
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Table Lamps
Opaline Glass
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Opal
Vintage 1970s German Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal, Chrome
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Opaline Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Blue Topaz, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Topaz, Tsavorite, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Opal, Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Peridot, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Jade, Moonstone, Onyx, Opal, Rock Cry...
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Jars
Blown Glass
2010s British Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Art Nouveau Cluster Rings
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
2010s British Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass
Art Glass
2010s British Modern Floor Lamps
Brass
2010s Afghan Kazak More Carpets
Wool
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Peridot, Tsavorite, Blue Zircon, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
1990s Brazilian Modernist Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Go...
21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
2010s Mexican Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Thai Retro Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Opal, Quartz, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Go...
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Choker Necklaces
Amethyst, Opal, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, B...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cuff Bracelets
Agate, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Stud Earrings
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire...
21st Century and Contemporary English Victorian Signet Rings
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Pe...
21st Century and Contemporary American More Bracelets
Amethyst, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, ...
2010s British Belle Époque Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapp...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces
Citrine, Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Quartz, Blue Sapphire, Topa...
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Opal, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Opal, Aluminum, Brass
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Morganite, Multi-gemstone...
Antique 1810s English Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Moonstone, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 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).