Fire Opals
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Drop Earrings
Aquamarine, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Unknown Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Dome Rings
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
2010s Indian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver, Silver
2010s Asian Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Opal, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Labradorite, Opal, Peridot, Spinel, T...
2010s Indian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver, Silver
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Aventurine, Opal, Garnet, Citrine, Chrysophrase, Aquamarine, Pink Sapphi...
2010s Italian Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Jade, Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Morganite, Multi-gemstone...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, Citrine, Opal, Agate, Chalcedony, Moonstone, Morganite, R...
2010s Indian Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Earrings
Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 22k Gold, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Indian Bangles
Sterling Silver, Silver
Late 20th Century Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cluster Rings
Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Ruby, Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Drop Necklaces
Opal, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s Turkish Modern Engagement Rings
Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Drop Necklaces
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver
2010s Italian Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Fire Opal, 14k Gold
2010s German Contemporary Drop Earrings
Garnet, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Fashion Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Fashion Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings
Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings
Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
2010s Malagasy Modern Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Pearl, Ruby, Fire Opal, 14k Gold...
20th Century American Modernist Stud Earrings
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Vermeil, S...
2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Go...
2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, ...
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Fire Opal,...
20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Cocktail Rings
Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate...
2010s American Artisan Drop Earrings
Opal, Rubelite, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s European Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Fire Opal, Tsavorite, Green Sapphire, Bl...
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Fire Opals For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Fire Opals?
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.