Opal Set
Early 2000s Stud Earrings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Brooches
Opal, Gold
20th Century Brooches
Opal, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Unknown Fashion Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s American Pendant Necklaces
Opal, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Retro Cocktail Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian More Rings
Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Rings
Opal
Antique Early 19th Century American Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Solitaire Rings
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold
20th Century Dangle Earrings
Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Bangles
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Moonstone, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Diamond, Platinum
2010s Modern Bangles
Diamond, Opal, Natural Pearl, Gold, Silver
2010s European Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold
Vintage 1930s Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Early 20th Century Solitaire Rings
Opal, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Opal, Tourmaline, 22k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1970s Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Fashion Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Engagement Rings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
20th Century Brooches
Opal, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 19th Century More Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s German Chandeliers and Pendants
Opaline Glass
Vintage 1960s German Chandeliers and Pendants
Opaline Glass
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Opaline Glass
2010s American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau More Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
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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).