Opal Set
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
2010s French Artisan Wedding Rings
Black Opal, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Opal, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 1880s British Victorian Link Bracelets
Opal, Ruby, Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Dutch Artisan Drop Earrings
Amazonite, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Gold
Vintage 1970s British Modern Bangles
Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Etruscan Revival Brooches
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Bangles
Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Artisan Engagement Rings
Black Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Opal, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s American Artisan Brooches
Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century German Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Dangle Earrings
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Opal, Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dome Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Link Bracelets
Opal, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Quartz, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage 1930s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Opal, Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass
Opaline Glass
Vintage 1950s Unknown Victorian Dangle Earrings
Opal, Gold
2010s Indian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Opal, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Opal Set For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Opal Set?
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).








