Blue Opal
2010s French Artisan Fashion Rings
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s European Retro Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Opal, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, G...
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Hoop Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, Rhodium
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Opal, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Black O...
2010s German Artisan Solitaire Rings
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s German Artisan Stud Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary More Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco More Rings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings
Opal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphir...
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
Vintage 1970s Australian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Enamel
2010s Italian Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Opal, Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Opal
Vintage 1980s Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Japanese Modern Dome Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
2010s Indian Drop Earrings
Chalcedony, Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, White Gold
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
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Brass
1990s German Artisan Drop Earrings
Opal, Silver
Vintage 1980s Solitaire Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Black Opal, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Charm Bracelets
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Topaz, Opal, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Drop Necklaces
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s French Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Moonstone, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
2010s Turkish Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Blue Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
20th Century Unknown Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pillows and Throws
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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).








