Opal Set
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau More Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century French Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Antique Early 19th Century Thai Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Thai Victorian Cocktail Rings
Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Revival Bangles
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Stud Earrings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Retro Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces
Opal, Bronze, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
20th Century Stud Earrings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Cluster Rings
Opal, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Dome Rings
Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Agate, Aquamarine, Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dome Rings
Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold
2010s Belgian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Native American Cuff Bracelets
Opal, Black Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Fashion Rings
Opal, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
1990s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Cultured Pearl, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Y...
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
20th Century Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Nickel
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 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).






