Fire Opal
Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s German Artist Lever-Back Earrings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Agate, Citrine, Moonstone, Opal, Turquoise, Peridot, Garnet, Fire Opal, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s German Gothic Revival Solitaire Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver
20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces
Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Fire Opal, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Opal...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Fire Opal, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Emerald, Fire Opal, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Drop Earrings
Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
21st Century and Contemporary North American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings
Fire Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Italian Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern More Jewelry
Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Iolite, Opal, Tourmaline, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Jade, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Swiss Contemporary More Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Lever-Back Earrings
Chalcedony, Onyx, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Cocktail Rings
Fire Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, Blue Sapphire, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Fire Opal, Platinum
Antique 1860s English Holbeinesque Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Fire Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Artisan Stud Earrings
Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Artisan Brooches
Yellow Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Hoop Earrings
Opal, Pearl, Tourmaline, Fire Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Fire Opal, Sapphire, Opal, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
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Fire Opal For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Fire Opal?
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.