Fire Opal
20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
Early 2000s German Modern Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Sapphire, White Gold
2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Opal, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Onyx, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
2010s Fashion Rings
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Fire Opal, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Citrine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gol...
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Fire Opal, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Fire Opal, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
1990s Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Late Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
2010s Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s British Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Cocktail Rings
Opal, Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Romantic Engagement Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Stud Earrings
Fire Opal, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Stud Earrings
White Diamond, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Necklaces
Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Peridot, Fire Opal, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White 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.