Fire Opal Cabochon
Vintage 1970s American Native American Cuff Bracelets
Opal, Black Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
20th Century Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Spanish Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Opal, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Fire Opal, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
Vintage 1960s American Cluster Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Fire Opal, Purple...
2010s Unknown Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire,...
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, Purple Sapphire, Gold, Yell...
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan More Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan More Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan More Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Chrysocolla, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Earrings
Opal, Fire Opal, Apatite, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Vintage 1960s Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Moonstone, Opal, Peridot, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Fire Opal, Gold, Yellow...
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century European Holbeinesque Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold, Si...
Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings
Opal, Pearl, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings
Opal, Pearl, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings
Opal, Pearl, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Artisan Three-Stone Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Opal, Fire Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Fire Opal, Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings
Fire Opal, Ruby, Opal, Silver, Gold Plate, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Earrings
Emerald, Opal, Ruby, 22k Gold, Silver
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Antique 1880s Mexican Victorian Brooches
Opal, Pearl, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Earrings
South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 22k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Revival Brooches
Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
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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.