Fire Opals
2010s North American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique 17th Century Australian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Amber, Carnelian, Jade, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Tiger s Eye, Othe...
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Dangle Earrings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Opal, Diamond, Gold
2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings
Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Australian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s American Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s Australian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s North American Artisan Band Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, 22k Gold
Vintage 1980s North American Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Opal, Turquoise, Fire Agate, Rhodocrosite
2010s Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Chrysophrase, White Diamond, Fire Opal, Carnelian, Topaz, 18k ...
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Tourmaline, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Opal, Brass
2010s Artisan Drop Earrings
Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Native American Cuff Bracelets
Opal, Fire Opal, Sterling Silver
Antique 1870s English Victorian Band Rings
Fire Opal, 10k Gold
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, White Gold
2010s Unknown Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Opal, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Opal, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Silver
20th Century British Drop Earrings
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold
Early 2000s American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary North American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Unknown Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
2010s Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
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Fire Opals For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.