Opal Set
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 10k Gold, 9k Gold
1990s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Late 20th Century Modern Brooches
Opal, 18k Gold
1990s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Solitaire Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Opaline Glass
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s American Bangles
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan More Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Vintage 1970s Modern Three-Stone Rings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
20th Century Bangles
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Revival Bangles
Opal, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Band Rings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Retro Cocktail Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Diamond, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
20th Century More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Dangle Earrings
Opal, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rhodium, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
20th Century Engagement Rings
Moonstone, Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century More Rings
Opal, White Gold
20th Century More Rings
Opal, White Gold
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Brooches
White Diamond, Opal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Stud Earrings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1830s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dome Rings
Opal, 18k Gold
Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose 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).








