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Stunning 18K White Gold Pendant with 5ct+ Freeform Mexican Fire Opal R4572
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Stunning 18K White Gold Pendant with 5ct+ Freeform Mexican Fire Opal R4572 ♥ The pendant
Category

2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, White Gold

Natural Mexican Fire Opal 5.45 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone Play-of-Color
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Ignite your collection with the captivating brilliance of this 5.45 carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Fire Opal

Natural Mexican Fire Opal 5.45 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone Play-of-Color
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Ignite your collection with the captivating brilliance of this 5.45 carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Fire Opal

Natural Mexican Fire Opal 5.45 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone Play-of-Color
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Ignite your collection with the captivating brilliance of this 5.45 carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Fire Opal

RUCHI Fire Opal with Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Opal- 4.20 Cts Diamond- 0.36 Cts All Diamonds are G-H/SI
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Drop Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Stunning Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Drop Earrings 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

7.51 Carat Fire Opal Navettes Tahiti-Pearl Drops White Gold Earrings
By Wagner Preziosen
Located in Berlin, DE
Dazzling earrings made of white gold, one each mexican fire opal navette with a total of 7.51
Category

2010s German Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Fire Opal, Opal, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Contemporary Beatrice Barzaghi Blue Sapphire Fire Opal Gold Asymmetrical Ring
By Beatrice Barzaghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
Ines's energies. The fire opal is an amazing quality gem and has a very unusual cut. With its ethereal
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Blue Sapphire, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

0.86 Carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 0.86 Carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal and 0.81 Carats of Diamond
Category

20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum

18k yellow gold stud earrings with cabochon cut fire opal 9.2 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold stud earrings set with cabochon cut fire opal detailed description: The size of
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2010s Dutch Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Fire Opal, Yellow Gold

Ferragamo 18 Karat Yellow Fire Opal Flower Diamond Ring Size 6.00
By Ferragamo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
fire opal petals that gently curve around a diamond center. The center round diamond weighs
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Ethiopian 4.55ct Fire Opal Diamond Necklace Estate Platinum Pear Cut
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed natural Ethiopian fire opal & diamond pendant & necklace crafted in 850 & 900
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum

Moonstone, Garnet, Turquoise, Peridot and Fire Opal Asymmetrical Dangle Earrings
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
earrings featuring Moonstone, Peridot, Fire Opal, Turquoise, Fire Agate, Garnet and Citrine. Rich, vibrant
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Agate, Citrine, Moonstone, Opal, Turquoise, Peridot, Garnet, Fire Opal, ...

Ferragamo 18 Karat Yellow Fire Opal Flower Diamond Ring Size 6.75
By Ferragamo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
fire opal petals that gently curve around a diamond center. *Please note, due to the nature of the opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.99 Carats Fire Opal Diamond 14 Karat Gold Chain Drop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14 karat gold, these exquisite earrings are hand set with 1.99 carats fire opal and 1.38
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Bird Cage Mexican Fire Opal Necklace Pendant 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Bird Cage Mexican Fire Opal Necklace Pendant 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

25.75 Carat Mexican Fire Opal 18 Karat Gold Diamond Drop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold. These earrings are hand set in 25.75 carats fire opal and 1.36 carats of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

7.93 Carat Fire Opal 18 Karat Gold Diamond Galaxy Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold. These stunning stud earrings are hand set in 7.93 carats fire opal and .52
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Kabana Fire Opal Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Marquise Link Bracelet
By Kabana
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elevate your collection with this authentic Kabana Fire Opal & Diamond Marquise Link Bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.50 Carat Mexican Fire Opal Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 Karat gold, this beautiful pendant features 6.50 carats of fire opal & 2.0 carats of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.12 Carat Mexican Fire Opal Tweety Bird PT 900 Cocktail Pendant
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
- thereby giving orange opals the common name - Fire opal. We garnished this beautiful orange opal with a
Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, Platinum

Kai Nora 3.50ctw Oval Fire Opal Eternity Band in 14K Gold
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
|Fire|Oval|Eye Clean Opal CTW: 3.50 Beautiful Packaging & Safe Shipping: Every piece of jewelry arrives
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Fire Opal Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver – Handmade with Play of Color
Located in Peshawar, PK
Premium Natural Fire Opal Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver – Top Quality Handmade Opal Pendant with
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21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Fire Opal, Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 14K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fire Opal 7.44 carats, Ruby 1.0 carat and Diamond 0.75 carat Ring set in 14K Gold Settings Width
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 14k Gold

1.22 Carat Fire Opal Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.22 Carat Fire Opal Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring This ring has a 0.57 carat Round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, ...

29.2 Carat Mexican Fire Opal 18 Karat Gold Diamond Drop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold. These earrings are hand set in 29.2 carats fire opal and .85 carats of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Mexican Fire Opal with Tsavorite Garnet Ring, Carrot Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Mexican fire opal paired with Tsavorite garnet in 14k gold Metal Type: 18 Karat solid yellow gold
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Garnet, Opal, Tsavorite, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

11.02 Carat Mexican Fire Opal 18 Karat Gold Diamond Drop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold. These earrings are hand set in 11.02 carats fire opal and 1.08 carats of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Forget Me Knot Bow Brooch Pendant with Fire Opal and Yellow Diamonds
Located in Brisbane, AU
back of the piece, in the centre of each petal backed setting for the fire opals. The piece features
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

4.69 Carat Natural Fire Opal Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.69 Carat Natural Fire Opal Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring The Fire Opal is 3.99 Carats and is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Beautiful Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Beautiful Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

22.04 Carat Genuine Ethiopian Fire Opal Tennis Bracelet for Mom Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
22.04 Carat Genuine Ethiopian Fire Opal Tennis Bracelet in sterling silver showcases endlessly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

2.37ct Super Bright Mexican Fire Opal with Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 2.37ct Super Bright Mexican Fire Opal with Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum 6.69g V1145 ♥
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum

Silvorra 925 Silver Ethiopian Opal Cabochon Tennis Bracelet for Women Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This Ethiopian Opal Cabochon Tennis Bracelet exquisite Ethiopian opal tennis bracelet, meticulously
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Handcraft Australian Opal 14 Karat Yellow Gold Fire Opal Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
by artisans assembled with Australian opals,diamonds,emeralds and fire opal. Necklace Total Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Modern 18 Karat Whitel Gold Statement Ring with Mexican Fire Opal
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Elegant and sophisticated solid 18 K white Gold Ring set with a beautiful mexican Fire Opal
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Important Certified Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Pendant, Excellent Play of Color
Located in Hong Kong, HK
quality opals make up this large pendant. Here is a natural Mexican fire opal and diamond pendant with
Category

2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.89 Carat Fire Opal Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.89 Carat Fire Opal Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring Beautiful Fire Opal and Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

4.24 Carat Fire Opal Diamond Cocktail 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.24 Carat Fire Opal Diamond Cocktail 14 Karat White Gold Ring Beautiful Fire Opal and Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Brutalist Yellow Gold and 6.4ct Mexican Fire Opal Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1970, this vintage ring showcases a striking fire opal cabochon, encased in an intricate
Category

Mid-20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stylish Five Charms Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Stylish Five Charms Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

14.53 Carat Mexican Fire Opal 18 Karat Gold Diamond Drop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold. These earrings are hand set in 14.53 carats fire opal, 15.31 carats pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Red Mexican Fire Opal, Diamond Tsavorite Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Red Mexican Fire Opal, Diamond Tsavorite Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant Mexican Fire Opal, Diamond Tsavorite Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Elegant Mexican Fire Opal, Diamond Tsavorite Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

HOLBEINESQUE 1860 Russell Renaissance Revival Pendant 19Kt Gold Pearls Fire Opal
Located in Miami, FL
Holbeinesque enameled pendant with natural pearls and fire-opal. This is a fabulous Victorian
Category

Antique 1860s English Holbeinesque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Fire Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby Fire Opal Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Fire Opal Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Center Fire Opal
Category

1990s Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver

Minimalist Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Certified Mexican Fire Opal, Tsavorites, Diamond Pendant, Superb Play of Color
Located in Hong Kong, HK
pendant. The natural Mexican fire opals are complimented by Tsavorites and white diamonds. The opals
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Whit...

Necklace Burmese Ruby and Mexican Fire Opal beads in 22 Karat gold
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
This vibrant necklace pairs vivid Burmese Rubies with glowing Mexican Fire Opals, creating a lively
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 1970 s Fire Opal Bezel Set Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
in 18K yellow gold, this pendant features a captivating fire opal, bezel set to perfection
Category

20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid Platinum 12.21ctw Oval Cabochon Matrix Fire Opal w/ Diamond Target Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Matrix Fire Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Claw Prong Set - Fiery Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, Platinum

Red Devil - Rare Fire Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Red Devil - Rare Fire Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Fire Opal Dangle Earrings With Sapphire Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:8.851g,D:0.75ct, Opal Fire:8.60ct,Sapp:1.00ct, 31 MM
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mexican Fire Opal Tsavorite Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Mexican Fire Opal Tsavorite Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Shaped Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Diamond Shaped Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.79 Carat Fire Opal Diamond White Gold Victorian Style Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous cocktail ring has a scintillating Oval Cut Fire Opal that weighs 3.42 carats and 10
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

4.68 Carat Fire Opal Sapphire 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.68 Carat Oval Cut Fire Opal Sapphire 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring This ring has a 1.99
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Fire Opal Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact fire opal jewellery you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect fire opal jewellery may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic fire opal jewellery over the years, but those made by Roshe Jewels, Meghna Jewels and DGI are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a fire opal jewellery, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Fire Opal Jewellery?

On average, a fire opal jewellery at 1stDibs sells for $4,176, while they’re typically $255 on the low end and $168,488 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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).

Questions About Fire Opal Jewellery
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    One 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, 2021
    Black 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.