Opal Diamond Surround
21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical More Rings
Opal, Diamond, Topaz, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
2010s French Neoclassical Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Natural Pearl, Topaz, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
1990s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Opal, 14k Gold
2010s French Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Early 2000s British Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Clip-on Earrings
Opal, 14k Gold
Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s Unknown Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Bangles
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century American Fashion Rings
Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Late 20th Century European Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Collectible Jewelry
Opal, Diamond, Gold, Enamel
1990s Unknown Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Early 2000s British Fashion Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s British Artisan Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s British Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Artisan Lever-Back Earrings
White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s British Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Cluster Rings
21st Century and Contemporary German Stud Earrings
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Anglo-Indian More Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Quartz, Sterling Silver
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Crystal, Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown More Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
20th Century More Rings
Opal
Vintage 1950s Artisan Lever-Back Earrings
White Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Vintage 1950s English Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s Unknown Aesthetic Movement Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Artist Dangle Earrings
Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, Sterling Silver, Silver
Vintage 1970s Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Opal Diamond Surround For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Opal Diamond Surround?
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).