Faceted Opal
2010s Unknown Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings
Aquamarine, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Singaporean Cuff Bracelets
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Black Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Moonstone, Natural Pearl, Opal, Pearl, ...
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Chrysoberyl, Chrysophrase, Coral, Crystal, Jade, Opal, Pearl, Cul...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Fire Agate, Sterling Silver
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Spinel, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Amber, Citrine, Jade, Multi-gemstone, South Sea Pearl, Quartz, Ot...
20th Century French Art Deco Bridal Rings
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, Iolite, Opal, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings
White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, White Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Black Diamond, Chalcedony, Opal, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Chalcedony, Citrine, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Drop Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Artist Chain Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Dangle Earrings
Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Ruby, Tourmaline, Fire Opal, 22k Gold
Early 2000s American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Silver
2010s Fashion Rings
Opal, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
2010s American Drop Earrings
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Retro Solitaire Rings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches
Opal, Ruby, Silver, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Artist Drop Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Opal, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Drop Earrings
Fire Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Dangle Earrings
Garnet, Opal, Rhodolite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s English Drop Earrings
Diamond, Fire Opal, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Dome Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Opal, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
Opal, Quartz, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Ye...
2010s American Artist Dangle Earrings
Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Solitaire Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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Faceted Opal For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Faceted 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).