Opal Set
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, 22k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Brown Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s British More Earrings
White Diamond, White Gold
2010s British Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Drop Earrings
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Indonesian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Peridot, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 14...
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Opal, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Platinum
2010s Asian Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Opal, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
20th Century Australian Victorian Signet Rings
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Canadian Drop Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Opal, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Drop Earrings
18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Late Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Stud Earrings
2010s Spanish Modern Dangle Earrings
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Drop Earrings
18k Gold
1990s American Brutalist Collectible Jewelry
Sterling Silver, Copper
Vintage 1950s British Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Drop Earrings
18k Gold
2010s American Cuff Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Hessonite, Garnet, Vermeil
Vintage 1960s Moroccan Moorish Wall Lights and Sconces
Amethyst, Opal, Metal
2010s European Artisan Brooches
White Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Rose Gold, ...
Vintage 1960s Moroccan Moorish Wall Lights and Sconces
Amethyst, Opal, Metal
Vintage 1980s Moroccan Moorish Wall Lights and Sconces
Amethyst, Opal, Metal
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Wall Lights and Sconces
Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Metal
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Art Glass
Vintage 1940s Mexican Brooches
Amethyst, Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Fire Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s French Neoclassical More Rings
Diamond, Opal, Topaz, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s French Neoclassical Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Natural Pearl, Topaz, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century American Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Larimar, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Moonstone, Opal, Tanzanite, Turquoise, Multi-gemstone, Crystal, Tourmali...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Wh...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gem...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gem...
2010s British More Rings
Multi-gemstone, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British More Rings
White Diamond, Gold
2010s British More Rings
White Diamond, Rose Gold
2010s British More Rings
White Diamond, Rose Gold
2010s British More Rings
Multi-gemstone, Rose Gold
2010s British More Rings
White Diamond, 18k 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).








