Ethiopian Jewellery
2010s Ethiopian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Bangles
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Onyx, Opal
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
2010s German Artisan Engagement Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Fashion Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Fashion Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Early 2000s American Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Opal, 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 Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold Plate, Vermeil
2010s African Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Dome Rings
Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, Sapphire, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, Sapphire, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, Sapphire, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k 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).