Freeform Opal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Aquamarine, Opal, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s British Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings
Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Stud Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Drop Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Stud Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, A...
2010s American Artist Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold,...
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Opal, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
1990s American Drop Earrings
Opal, Garnet, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Australian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s British Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Mexican Modernist Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Citrine, Opal, Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, Green Sapphire, ...
20th Century Australian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Signet Rings
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
20th Century Australian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Dome Rings
Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold
Late 20th Century American Dome Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Citrine, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire...
21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Crystal, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
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Freeform Opal 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).