Faceted Opal
2010s German Artisan Solitaire Rings
Opal, Silver
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Opal
2010s European Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
Opal, Blue Sapphire, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Drop Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Drop Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Chain Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Opal, Topaz, Sterling Silver
2010s American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Kyanite, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 1870s European Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s American More Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
White Diamond, Opal, Quartz, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Carnelian, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Emerald, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold
2010s Thai Artisan Chain Necklaces
Agate, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Jade, Moonstone, Peridot, Ruby, Yellow Sapp...
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Quartz, Sterling Silver, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian More Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
20th Century American Bangles
Opal, 18k Gold
American Cocktail Rings
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artist Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
20th Century Drop Earrings
Garnet, Opal, Sterling Silver
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
Early 2000s American Contemporary More Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Rock Crystal, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal, Diamond, Labradorite, Opal, Pearl, Peridot, Quartz, Turquoise, ...
Vintage 1970s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Alexandrite, Morganite, Sapphire, Blue Zircon, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
20th Century American Bangles
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Australian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings
Opal, Ruby, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Emerald, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k 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).








