Opal Beads
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Hematite, Onyx, Opal, Tiger s Eye, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Opal, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Ruby, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1960s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Rhodium
Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Peruvian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Onyx, Opal, Apatite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings
Black Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Emerald, Opal, Turquoise, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold,...
2010s Beaded Bracelets
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Tiger s Eye, 18k Gold, Gold, Gold Plate
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Rhodocrosite, Jasper, Ruby, Opal, Quartz, Yellow Gold, 18k Gol...
21st Century and Contemporary European Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled
Late 20th Century Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Platinum, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Hematite, Opal, Tiger s Eye, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Vermeil, S...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Pearl, Ruby, Fire Opal, 14k Gold...
2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Agate, Amazonite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Chrysophrase, C...
2010s Indian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Onyx, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Cluster Rings
Blue Sapphire, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Blue Sapphire, Palladium
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
Crystal
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Glass
Glass
Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces
Aquamarine, Opal
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Chain Necklaces
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling S...
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Pearl, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s American Artisan Stud Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings
Amethyst, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Cocktail Rings
Carnelian, Opal, Pearl, Gold-filled, Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, Diamond, Gold
2010s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Chain Necklaces
Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century English Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Crystal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Opal, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Tanzanite, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s British Contemporary Stud Earrings
Opal, Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Opal, Pearl
Vintage 1980s American Modern Cuff Bracelets
Amethyst, Carnelian, Garnet, Opal, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Danish Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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).
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