Opal Set
Vintage 1930s Belgian Bauhaus Wall Lights and Sconces
Opaline Glass, Bakelite
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings
Opal, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s Australian Edwardian Brooches
Opal, Black Opal, 15k Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Modern Solitaire Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Retro Bracelets
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Medieval Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Victorian Brooches
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s Australian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces
Opal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s American Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Cluster Rings
Opal, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s German Minimalist Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Vintage 1980s German Minimalist Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 1890s Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Peridot, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Opal, Platinum
Early 20th Century Australian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Drop Earrings
Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, Opal, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Garnet, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Stud Earrings
Opal, 9k Gold
Antique 19th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, Opal, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s French Retro Solitaire Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal
Late 20th Century American Modern Lever-Back Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
20th Century Contemporary Fashion Rings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal, Platinum
- 1
- ...
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).








