Large Opal Jewelry
Early 2000s Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Bangles
Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
Late 20th Century North American Native American Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Turkish Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate
2010s British Art Deco Cluster Rings
Garnet, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Opal, Sterling Silver, Silver, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Vintage 1940s American Bangles
Opal
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century European Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
20th Century English Engagement Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Early 2000s American Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s German Artist Cocktail Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches
Opal, 14k Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Bangles
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s German Artist Cocktail Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
2010s African Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
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Large Opal Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Large Opal Jewelry?
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).








