Blue Opal
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, ...
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Moonstone, Opal...
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Moonstone, Opal...
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Moonstone, Opal...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Hematite, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Quartz, Blue Sapphir...
2010s Italian Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Bangles
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Opal, Quartz, Topaz, Turquoise, Cit...
2010s British Modern Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Agate, Amazonite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Chrysophrase, C...
2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emera...
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Opaline Glass
2010s British Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, B...
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Glass
Glass, Opaline Glass
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire,...
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cluster Rings
Aquamarine, Beryl, Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Morganite, ...
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Aquamarine, Beryl, Crystal, White Diamond, Kunzite, Morganite, ...
2010s French Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Blown Glass
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal
2010s British Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
2010s British Modern Chain Necklaces
Tanzanite, Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Carnelian, Citr...
2010s British Modern Cufflinks
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
2010s British Neoclassical Cufflinks
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Wh...
2010s British Neoclassical Cufflinks
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
2010s British Neoclassical Cufflinks
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
2010s British Neoclassical Cufflinks
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
2010s British Modern Cufflinks
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal
2010s British Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Ye...
1990s French Romantic Dangle Earrings
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Porcelain, Opaline Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Steel
Vintage 1980s French Egyptian Revival Link Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Caucasian Revival Caucasian Rugs
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
2010s British Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Early 2000s Swedish Modern Vases
Glass, Blown Glass
2010s British Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Glass
Glass
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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).