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Estate 3.49ctw Australian Lighting Ridge Black Opal And Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
sultans, the majestic Opal has been desired throughout the ages. From our estate collection: the Center
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Early 2000s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

10 Carat Oval Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate
Located in New York, NY
Large Oval Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate Oval Natural Opal A classic
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Oval Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate, Closeout
Located in New York, NY
Large Oval Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate, Closeout Oval Natural Opal
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

12 Carat Oval Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate
Located in New York, NY
Large Oval Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate , Ring Size 5 Oval Natural Opal
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

7 Carat Oval Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate
Located in New York, NY
Large Oval Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate oval /round Natural Opal A
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Carat Round Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate
Located in New York, NY
Large Round Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate Very large round Natural Opal
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pear Shape Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate
Located in New York, NY
Large Pear Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate Oval Natural Opal A classic
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10 Carat Cushion Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 10 Carat Cushion Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate Size 6
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ethiopian Opal Sapphire Cluster Cocktail Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant vintage cluster cocktail ring, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Ethiopian opals each
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine Rare Estate Mario Buccellati Cabochon Opal 18K Gold Spider Web Ring
By Mario Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Stunning estate Mario Buccellati High Jewelry cabochon opal 18K yellow and patinated white gold
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20th Century Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Southern Cross Pendant Vintage 15 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
best known and most represented star group in the Southern Hemisphere. Natural black opals are set into
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 15k Gold, Rose Gold

Estate Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.08 ct. opal 0.32 ct. white diamonds platinum size 5.25
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Platinum

Kabana Opal Amethyst Lapis Lazuli Earrings Estate Round Stud 14 Karat Gold
By Kabana
Located in Torrance, CA
weight), accented with lapis lazuli measuring (average) 4.5mm and opal measuring 4.5mm (average). The
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10.5 Carat Emerald Cut Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold, Estate
Located in New York, NY
Large 10.5 ct long emerald cut Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold, Estate Natural Opal
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large Oval Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate 18X26MM, Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Large Oval Shape Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate 18X 26MM Oval Natural Opal A
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ethiopian Natural Fire Opal Ring Estate 14 Karat Yellow Gold Trefoil Crown Mount
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish Ethiopian natural opal cocktail ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Cabochon cut opal
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Opal Diamond Ring Double Flower Toi et Moi 14 Karat Gold Estate 10
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage cocktail ring, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Marquise cut opals each
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Black Opal Oval and White Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Estate 1.00ct Black Opal Oval & 0.29ctw Diamond Round PT900 8.10gr Ring Approx.Wt. Size 6.25
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Opal Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
curated collection of antique and estate jewelry. RING SIZE: 7 1/4 DIMENSIONS: 1/4" wide.
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Vintage 1960s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

Opal Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
ring is ideal for wearing to every occasion. Unique estate opal and diamond ring circa 1960
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Vintage 1960s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Diamond Opal Ruby Gold Bee Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
collection of antique and estate jewelry, wearable art. We believe that purchasing estate jewelry is a luxury
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold

Boulder Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pride every time it is worn. For over thirty-five years, Jacob’s Diamond and Estate Jewelry has been in
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1990s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Enamel Opal Pearl Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
selling a carefully curated collection of antique and estate jewelry, wearable art. We believe that
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold

1970s Opal Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
additional questions, contact us right away at Jacob’s Diamond & Estate Jewelry. This is where you connect
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Vintage 1970s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Australian 20.39 Carat Opal and Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of opal jewellery/estate jewelry
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Antique 1890s Australian Brooches

Materials

Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Opal Diamond Ruby Pearl Gold Platinum Spider Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
thirty-five years, Jacob’s Diamond and Estate Jewelry has been in the business of making people happy by
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Arts Crafts Black Opal Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
estate jewelry, wearable art. That is what it is all about, from our good taste to Yours. Cheers! RING
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Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Signet Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Estate Boulder Opal yellow gold omega and post earrings, circa 1990s. These Australian boulder
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1990s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Opal and Yellow Gold Bracelet, 1906
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This exceptional, fine and impressive antique opal
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Link Bracelets

Materials

Opal, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Opal Emerald Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
carefully curated collection of genuine antique and estate jewelry. DIMENSIONS: 1 7/16" vertical width and
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold

Opal Diamond Yellow Gold Sailboat Brooch Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
additional questions. We are here to connect you with beautiful and affordable antique and estate jewelry.
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1990s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boulder Black Opal Diamond White Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
curated collection of antique and estate jewelry, wearable art. We believe in the power of estate jewelry
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fanciful Antique Victorian Filagree Opal, Diamond and Pearl Brooch Pendant
Located in Tustin, CA
Exquisite, antique estate, late Victorian, hand made fanciful filagree openwork opal, diamond and
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage 7.65 Carat Opal Diamond Jumbo Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Make a striking statement wearing this vintage opal cocktail ring. Centered by a 7.65 carat oval
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Vintage 1970s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, White Gold

2.31 Carat Boulder Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
representation of this fine example of vintage jewellery/estate jewelry. Opal Quality Cut Fancy Cabochon Content
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1920s Opal and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive opal and pearl pendant has been
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1980s 3.18 Carat Opal and Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
of this fine example of opal jewelry/estate jewelry. Item Ref. SKU: C2990
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Vintage 1980s British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Opal and Fresh Water Pearl Torsade Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, pleasure and joy. Estate opal diamond and fresh water pearl torsade necklace circa 1980. DIMENSIONS: 17
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Opal, 14k Gold

1.65 Carat Opal and Diamond, Yellow Gold Cluster Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fine example of antique jewellery/estate jewelry. Opal Quality Color White Cut Cabochon Content 1.65
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Semi Black Boulder Opal Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
here to connect you with beautiful and affordable jewelry. SPECIFICATIONS: OPAL: one teardrop
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Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s 6.91 Carat Opal Yellow and Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
representation of this fine example of opal jewelry/estate jewelry. SKU: A7263
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

1900s Antique 1.75 Carat Opal and Peridot Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold belcher chain; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections This fine and impressive opal and
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Peridot, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare 9.77 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
large estate cocktail ring is set in 14 karat white gold. This is a natural black opal and is NOT a
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20th Century Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

1981 3.82 Carat Black Opal and Yellow Gold Pendant (chain not included)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
representation of this fine example of opal jewellery/estate jewelry. SKU: A9549
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Vintage 1980s British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Onyx and Oval Cameo Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Estate 14K yellow gold onyx and oval cameo ring. Showcasing one fine quality black opal carved in
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20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1920s 2.05Ct Cabochon Cut Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
detract from the true representation of this fine example of opal jewelry/estate jewelry. Item Ref. SKU
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Edwardian Opal Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
estate opal gold and platinum Edwardian ring circa 1910.
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Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Antique 11.70 Carat Cabochon Cut Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
jewelry/estate jewelry. Item Ref SKU: C4212
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Arts and Crafts Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1910s Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
representation of this fine example of opal jewelry/estate jewelry. SKU: A7535
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Romantic Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.56 Carat Opal and 2.10 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ring; part of our diverse range of antique opal engagement rings and estate jewelry collections. This
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

1950s Diamond Gemstone 14 Karat Yellow Gold Slide Charm Estate Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
, opal, emerald, ruby, and sapphire gemstones. The bracelet measures 7.5 inches in length.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow ...

Estate Opal and Diamond Earrings
Located in San Francisco, CA
Two matched pairs of glowing white opals, displaying a wide spectrum of bright pastel colors
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Vintage 1960s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Estate Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in San Francisco, CA
A double pair of shimmering fiery opals, displaying a full pallet of rainbow colors, are
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold

Estate 51.55 Carat Opal and Diamond Pendant
Located in DALLAS, TX
Estate 51.55 carat dark opal and 7 = 0.85 carat diamond 14k yellow gold pendant. Opal 16.5mm in
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Platinum 3.60 Carat Opal and 1.10 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Period: Estate Composition: Platinum Stones: • 1 natural black opal that weighs 3.60ctw. and
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1990s Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Opal Diamond Gold "Kabana" Enhancer
Located in Tampa, FL
A high end enhancer featuring inlaid "Kabana" opal and .25ct. apx. T.W. of round brilliant diamonds
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Early 2000s Unknown Modern More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Vintage Large Opal 15 Carat VS Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Shaker Heights, OH
This stunning ring is comprised of a gorgeous large 13 carat opal set in 14k yellow gold
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Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

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Opal Estate Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of opal estate jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 192 vintage or 88 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of opal estate jewelry may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of opal estate jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Kabana, Alex Sepkus and Armenta each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and mixed cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for an object in our assortment of opal estate jewelry, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Opal Estate Jewelry?

On average, a piece of opal estate jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $2,293, while they’re typically $305 on the low end and $74,800 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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).

Questions About Opal Estate Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    Why it is called estate jewelry relates to the origin of pieces that fall under this category of adornment. Estate jewelry refers to pieces previously owned by someone else that became available for purchase as a part of an auction or sale after their death. An estate is the collective name for all the property and assets that an individual leaves to their heirs. Thus, estate jewelry gets its name from the fact that it is a part of a person's estate. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    Whether estate jewelry is real varies. The term “estate jewelry” describes earrings, bracelets, necklaces, rings, brooches and other pieces that become available for sale as a part of a person's estate after they die. Because people collect many kinds of jewelry, both fine jewelry — featuring precious metals and genuine gemstones — and costume jewelry — made of less expensive materials — can be part of an estate and therefore classified as estate jewelry. Find a diverse assortment of jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if estate jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks. Pieces crafted out of sterling silver, platinum, gold and other precious metals usually feature markings to identify their materials. You can find images of these markings on trusted online resources and compare them to your pieces. Maker's marks can also be a good indication. Some jewelry makers specialize in costume jewelry, which is less likely to feature genuine materials, while others produce fine jewelry, which is usually made of real gemstones and precious metals. If you still have questions about your pieces, a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can assist you. Shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, estate jewelry can be worth buying. At estate sales, purchasing vintage and antique jewelry may be possible for less than you'd expect to pay elsewhere. In addition, many people appreciate the one-of-a-kind character of estate pieces. When it comes to buying estate jewelry, it’s important to patronize only reputable sources. This alone significantly diminishes the potential for mishap. Beyond buying from a reliable source, it’s important to get as much verifiable information about the accessory as possible. Buyers should keep in mind, however, that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor. At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. If you’re looking for jewelry, a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry can be found on 1stDibs from some of the world's top sellers.