Ethiopian Jewellery
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Moonstone, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s American Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Brooches
Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Charm Bracelets
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Drop Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dome Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dome Rings
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Fashion Rings
Opal, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Opal, 22k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dome Rings
Opal, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Opal, Topaz, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Dome Rings
Brown Diamond, Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s Indian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Brooches
Brown Diamond, Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Stud Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Stud Earrings
Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Ye...
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Ye...
21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings
Opal, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Rubelite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
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Ethiopian Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs
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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).