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Hand Carved Skull with Diamond Bows Fire Opal Stud Earrings 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Hand Carved Skull with Diamond Bows Mexican Fire Opal Stud Earrings 18k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Hand Carved Cat Mexican Egg Fire Opal, Diamond Tail Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Hand Carved Kitty Cat Mexican Egg Fire Opal, Diamond Tail Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

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

Materials

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

Rare Faceted Mexican Fire Opal Amethyst Engagement Halo Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Rare Faceted Mexican Fire Opal Amethyst Engagement Halo Ring 18K Yellow Gold. The faceted fire
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21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Fire Opal with Orange Sapphire and Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fire Opal 1.25 carats with Orange Sapphire 0.28 carat and Diamond 0.43 carat Ring set in 18 Karat
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Fire Opal Oval White Diamond Round 14 Karat Gold Engagement Swirl Bezel Ring
Located in New York, NY
The centerpiece of this ring is the Mexican Fire Opal, renowned for its intense play of colors that
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Steven Battelle 2.9 Carats Fire Opal Emerald Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A fanciful assortment of 7x9 mm Mexican fire opal, 5x7 mm emerald, and 2 approximately 5mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Fire Opal, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold

ALEX SOLDIER Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With 14.84 Ctw In Peridot Fire Opals
By Alex Soldier
Located in Miami, FL
of natural gemstones, such; a green peridot, two fire opals and yellow citrines. Country: United
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Peridot, Fire Opal, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Marina J. One Of A Kind Emerald, Fire Opal, Black Pearl Solid 14K Necklace
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Oil Spill" Like multi colored iridescence, Faceted Fire Opals, Emeralds and high shine solid 14k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Black Pearl, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Earth and Moon Design Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Stud Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Earth and Moon Design Mexican Fire Opal & Diamond Stud Earrings 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings

Materials

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

6 Carat Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Halo Ring 14 Karat Gold Antique Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular antique Mexican Fire Opal 20 Diamond Ring. The ring is 14 Karat White Gold
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Opulent 24K Gold Silver Cuff with Fire Opal and Diamonds by Victor Velyan
By Victor Velyan
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
breathtaking 8.86-carat fire opal, renowned for its vibrant, fiery hues that capture the essence of a blazing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, 24k Gold, Silver

Vintage 4.92 Carat Fire Opal and 1 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
this fine example of vintage jewellery/estate jewelry. Opal Quality Type Fire Cut Emerald Content 4.92
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Vintage 1970s British Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Fire Opal Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Fire Opal & Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Cut Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

7.11 Carat Pear Cut Natural Fire Opal Sapphire Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.11 Carat Pear Cut Natural Fire Opal Sapphire Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Item Specs: Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...

Fire Opal Ring Art Deco Princess Bombe 14 Karat Gold Opals Blue Green
Located in New York, NY
green fire in the wondrous princess design in 14 Karat yellow gold creates a magical jewel. The opals
Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Angara Natural Solitaire Round Fire Opal Celtic Knot Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
splendid solitaire ring, crafted in 14k rose gold. The round fire opal is secured in a six-prong setting on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Fire Opal Blue Topaz Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Fire Opal & Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Cut
Category

Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Angara Natural Solitaire Pear 1.48 ct Fire Opal Drop Earrings in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sent to you with the package.Product Description: The pear-shaped fire opal is held in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Fire Opal, Diamond, Gold

Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Fire Opal Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Fire Opal & Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Cut Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

3 Stone Fire Opal Ring Equipped With Sapphire Diamonds In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:7.834g, Diamond:0.89ct, Opal:11.64ct, Sapphire:0.45ct, Size: 26X25 MM"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

RUCHI Fire Opal with Pavé Diamond Yellow Gold Clip-On Dangle Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Opal- 37.31 Cts Diamonds- 0.98 Cts All Diamonds are G-H/SI
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

4 Carat Mexican Fire Opal Ruby Ring 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Retro Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular antique Retro - Art Deco Four Carat Mexican Fire Opal and Ruby Ring. The
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20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Meghna Jewels 14.19 carat Fire Opal Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold, 14.19 carat fire opal and handset with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Angara Natural Bar-Set Solitaire Round Fire Opal Bypass Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
gold solitaire ring showcases a round fire opal in a bar setting. The glistening bypass shank
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Fire Opal, Gold

Rene Boivin Paris 18Kt Yellow Gold Bracelet 60 Cts of Natural Fire Opals Woods
By René Boivin
Located in Miami, FL
very exclusive jewelry house of Rene Boivin. This bracelet was carefully crafted in solid yellow gold
Category

Early 2000s French Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

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

Cushion Shaped Fire Opal Cocktail Ring w/ Garnet Diamonds Made In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:8.386g, Garn:2.83ct,Opal:6.32ct, Size: US-7
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

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

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Anglo-Indian Dome Rings

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

Eostre Fire Opal, South Sea Pearl and Yellow Diamond Pendant Brooch in 18K Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
another Pendant inspired by " Sapphire Moonlight". The Fiery Fire opal really matches the Golden South Sea
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold

Intini Jewels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Cut Fire Opal Cocktail Orange Midi Ring
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Oval cabochon solitaire ring design, with shining sparkles. 0.4 carat Natural Fire Opal on 18 karat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Kokoro Stud Earring in 14K Yellow Gold with 0.50 ct Mexican Fire Opal and 0.035
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sculptural and striking, this Kokoro Stud Earring features a fiery 0.50 ct Mexican fire opal with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold

RUCHI Tumble-Finish Fire Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Hinged-Back Drop Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
Featuring 18.19 carats of fire opals with a wavy tumble finish and a diamond trim, these 18k yellow
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

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

Fire Opal with Orange Sapphire and Diamond Earrings Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fire Opal 2.21 carats with Orange Sapphire 0.58 carat and Diamond 1.12 carats Earrings set in 18
Category

2010s Thai Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Fire Opal Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Fire Opal & Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Cut Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Capri” Fire Opal Multi Rose Sapphires Set in 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Fire Opal & Multi Rose Sapphires Set in 18K Gold & Silver Natural Fire Opal Oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...

5.59 Carat Oval Cabochon Red Fire Opal and Diamond Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5.75 Introducing this breathtaking 5.59 carat red fire opal ring, a true masterpiece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Angara Natural Claw-Set 1.24 ct Fire Opal Solitaire Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this round fire opal dangle pendant, crafted in 14K Solid Gold. The claw-set orangish gem is surrounded
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Angara Natural Solitaire 1.1 ct Fire Opal Ring with Diamonds in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sent to you with the package.Product Description: The prong-set oval fire opal looks
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Fire Opal, Diamond, Gold

Black Jade, Fire Opal Diamond Raoul Sosa Ladies Bracelet Cuff 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
features black jade, fire opal and diamonds. With 3 diamonds weighing 0.24ctw, inserted on the side of the
Category

2010s Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Black Jade, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kai Fortune 2.63 ctw Rainbow Blue Moonstone Fire Opal Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
glow of the moonstone beautifully complements the soft fire of the opal, creating a mesmerizing blend
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

2.17 Carat Oval-Cut Fire Opal with Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace ring. The 14k Yellow Gold jewelry boasts 9x11 mm Oval-cut Fire Opal (1pcs) 2.17 Carat and Round
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Classic Fire Opal with Diamond Accents 14k Yellow Gold Ring For Women/Girls
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 14K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts with Emerald-Cut Fire Opal (1 pcs) 0.66 carat and Natural
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gin Grace 14K Yellow Gold Mexican Fire Opal Ring with Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and vivid oval-cut Gin & Grace Natural maxi can fire opal is the focal point of this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.85 Carat Oval-Cut Fire Opal with Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 14K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts 8x6 mm (1 pcs) 0.85 carat Oval-Cut Prong Setting Fire
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Halo Diamond GIA Certified 7.51 Carat Radiant Cut Fire Opal Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fire Opal 7.51 Carats, 124 Round Diamonds F-G Color VS1-VS2 Clarity 1.44 Carats. GIA Identification
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Mexican Fire Opal 18 Karat Gold Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold. These stunning stud earrings are hand set in 5.46 carats fire opal, .14
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Platinum 2.80 carat Australian Opal Ring with pink-red fire!
Located in Big Bend, WI
Antique platinum ring featuring a natural Australian opal weighing 2.80 carats. The opal has a
Category

Vintage 1930s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Platinum

Gin Grace 14K Yellow Gold Mexican Fire Opal Ring with Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
. This Ring is made up of 7.0 fire opal round-cut (1 pcs) 0.97 and Round-cut Diamond (37 pcs) 0.20 Carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Textured Coral Reef Motif Ring with Mexican Fire Opal Mother of Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
Magnificence in opals, this ring boasts 3 fiery orange tone cabochon cut Mexican opals and a
Category

1990s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

19.04 ct Fire Opal Dangle Earrings With Diamonds Made In 18K Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:10.274g,D:0.79ct, Opal:19.04ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Eostre Fire Opal, South Sea Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
It is a very bold design with pearls and Fire Opal sitting at two ends of a scale. The surface of
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Fire Opal, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Angara Natural Oval Solitaire 1.6 ct Fire Opal Cocktail Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
fire opal that radiates a stunning orange hue. The gallery is designed with a charming leaf-like
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Gold

Earrings in Red Gold with 2 Fire Opal Brioletts and Mandarine Garnets.
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Thomas Leyser is renowned for his contemporary jewellery designs utilizing fine gemstones. These
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2010s German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Opal, Other, Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold

Gin Grace 14K Yellow Gold Genuine Fire Opal Ring with Diamonds for Women
Located in New York, NY
. This Ring is made up of 5*7 Emerald-cut Maxican Fire Opal (1 Pcs) 0.66 carat and Round-cut White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angara Natural Pear-Shaped Fire Opal and Diamond Loop Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sent to you with the package.Product Description: The pear-shaped fire opal is prong-set at
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Necklace Antiques Jade Tourmaline Fire Opal Amethyst 18 Karat Gold
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Degradè long necklace total length 31 cm, amethyst, fire opal, tourmaline, vesuvianite, little leaf
Category

2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Opal, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, 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.