Ethiopian Jewellery
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, R...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Wedding Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Opal, 24k Gold, Stainless Steel, Titanium
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Art Deco Stud Earrings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Art Deco Stud Earrings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Art Deco Stud Earrings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Amethyst, Citrine, Blue Topaz, Rhodolite, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Pink Sapphire, Pearl, Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s French Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dome Rings
Opal, Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White 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).