Fire Opal Jewellery
Vintage 1970s Modern Drop Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches
Coral, Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Pendant Necklaces
Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Brooches
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Artisan Dangle Earrings
Opal, Pink Sapphire, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American More Rings
Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Peridot, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century German Modern Brooches
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Emerald, Opal, Ruby
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Opal, Yellow Sapphire, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, White Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Artisan Drop Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Tourmaline, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Solitaire Rings
Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Brooches
Opal, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yel...
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Fashion Rings
Brown Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Zircon
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches
Coral, Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
2010s American Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal
Antique 1850s British Victorian Brooches
Opal, Turquoise, Silver, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yel...
1990s Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
1990s Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s Necklace Enhancers
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sap...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown More Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings
Opal, Yellow Gold
2010s Mexican Loose Gemstones
Opal, Fire Opal
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Emerald, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s North American Artisan Band Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, 22k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Fire Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artist Brooches
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Japanese Artist Brooches
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Turkish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Opal, 24k Gold
Late 20th Century American Classical Greek Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Opal, Quartz, Sterling Silver
2010s British Modern More Rings
Opal, 24k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
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Fire Opal Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Fire Opal Jewellery?
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).
- 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.








