Fire Opal Jewellery
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Artisan Stud Earrings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
1990s American Retro Bangles
14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Fire Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yel...
Vintage 1960s Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Brooches
Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Fi...
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Multi-gemstone, Opal, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Fire Opal, Aquamarine, Citr...
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Modernist Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Modern Cluster Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Coral, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Chalcedony, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Quartz, Tourmaline, Fire Op...
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cluster Rings
Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, Amethys...
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, Citrine, Opal, Agate, Chalcedony, Moonstone, Morganite, R...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Fire Opal, Black Opal, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Pi...
Antique 17th Century Artist Clip-on Earrings
Opal, South Sea Pearl, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea P...
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Morganite, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Bangles
Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Fire Opal, Opal, South Sea Pearl, 22k Gold, Gold P...
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Clip-on Earrings
Amethyst, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, Bl...
2010s Asian Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Earrings
Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Go...
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Fire Opal, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, ...
1990s Brazilian Modernist Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Go...
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Tsavorite, Fire Opal, 22k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Garnet, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Ruby, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Fire Opal,...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Vermeil, S...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Pearl, Ruby, Fire Opal, 14k Gold...
2010s Italian Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Jade, Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s North American Artisan Band Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, 22k Gold
2010s More Jewelry
Fire Opal
2010s Mexican Loose Gemstones
Opal, Fire Opal
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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.