Fire Opal Cabochon
2010s American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Artisan Drop Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Emerald, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Kenyan Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Emerald, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Emerald, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Emerald, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate
20th Century Mexican Contemporary Fashion Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Canadian Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Engagement Rings
Opal, Diamond, Fire Opal, White Gold
2010s Artisan Solitaire Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Fire Opal, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s Artisan Dangle Earrings
Opal, Pearl, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cuff Bracelets
Citrine, Opal, Tourmaline, Pyrite, Jasper, Fire Opal, Silver
2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Fire Opal, Carnelian, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Opal, Yellow Sapphire, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum, Yellow Gold
2010s Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Opal, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yell...
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Artist Brooches
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Edwardian Necklace Enhancers
Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Singaporean Cuff Bracelets
Mid-20th Century Dome Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Modern Bracelets
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, 22k Gold, Gold
Early 2000s American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Antique 1880s Victorian Cluster Rings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings
Opal, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
20th Century French Cocktail Rings
Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, Gold Plate, Silver
20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, 14k Gold
2010s American Artist Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold...
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Opal, Fire Opal
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Opal
Vintage 1960s American Retro Clip-on Earrings
Amber, Opal, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, White Gold
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
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Fire Opal Cabochon For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Fire Opal Cabochon?
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).
- What is a cabochon Opal?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A cabochon opal is an opal that’s cut in a dome shape. There are two types of opal: common and precious. The former is, as its name implies, not very rare. Precious opal, on the other hand, is more rare than diamonds and considered very high quality.
- How much is a fire opal worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021One carat of fire opal can be worth as little as $50 or as much as $10,000. The value depends on the quality and origin. For instance, Mexican and Australian fire opals are generally more expensive than fire opals from other countries.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Black fire opal can vary in worth, from $10 per carat to $10,000 per carat. Black opals are generally considered extremely valuable because of their vibrant spectrum of colors and are one of the most enchanting stones in the world. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage black fire opal jewelry.