Mexican Fire Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, Yellow Sapphire, Gold...
2010s Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Garnet, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Earrings
Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal
2010s Mexican Loose Gemstones
Fire Opal
20th Century Unknown Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Fire Opal, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Modern Drop Earrings
Pearl, Fire Opal, Opal, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Emerald, Fire Opal, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Fire Opal, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Fire Opal, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Chalcedony, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Quartz, Tourmaline, Fire Op...
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Fire Opal, Palladium, Platinum
2010s German Modern Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, Fire Opal, Opal, Gold, Bronze, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Agate, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Peridot, Quartz, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Artisan Engagement Rings
Fire Opal, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Fire Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Fire Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, Blue Sapphire, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Ruby, Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, Jade, Fire Opal, Sapphire, Opal, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 1...
2010s German Artisan Stud Earrings
Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver
2010s German Gothic Revival Solitaire Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver
2010s German Artisan Dangle Earrings
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver
2010s German Romantic Engagement Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Mexican Fire Opal For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Mexican 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.