Opal Set
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Opal, Brass, Steel, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Cuff Bracelets
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Brooches
Garnet, Sapphire, Spinel, Opal, Gold
Late 20th Century Thai Retro Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Opal, Quartz, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Go...
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Opal, Metal, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Ruby, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Choker Necklaces
Amethyst, Opal, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, B...
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Brooches
Opal, Sapphire, Pearl, Ruby, Silver, 18k Gold, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Black Diamond, Bro...
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Opal, Metal
2010s British Modern Chain Necklaces
Tanzanite, Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Carnelian, Citr...
Late 20th Century Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Drop Necklaces
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches
Amethyst, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage 1980s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants
Glass, Blown Glass
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Glass
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Glass
Opaline Glass
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Glass
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Glass
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Platinum, Enamel
Antique 1890s Victorian Solitaire Rings
Opal, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s American Brooches
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...
Opal
Antique 1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches
Sapphire, Ruby, Opal, Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s German Jugendstil Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver, 10k Gold, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Jasper, Diamond, Opal, White Gold, Enamel, 9k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Bangles
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Charm Bracelets
14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Japanese Artist Solitaire Rings
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold
Vintage 1950s Dutch Chandeliers and Pendants
Aluminum, Nickel
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Opaline Glass
Antique Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Copper
2010s British Victorian Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Glass
Opaline Glass
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Gilt Metal
Antique Late 19th Century British Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Australian Fashion Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Antique Mid-19th Century British High Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s British Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Platinum
20th Century English Modern Charm Bracelets
Platinum
20th Century English Renaissance Revival Link Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Drop Earrings
White Diamond, White Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Citrine, Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s British Modern Cocktail Rings
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Opal, White Diamond, 14k 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).








