Opal Set
Early 2000s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Band Rings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Brooches
White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Garnet, Opal, Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Quartz, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold Plate,...
Late 20th Century Wrist Watches
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Gold-filled, Bronze, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s English Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century British Drop Earrings
Late 20th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s German Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1960s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Russian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Dangle Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
2010s Belgian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Garnet, Opal, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Band Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 1890s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings
Opal, 14k Gold
Antique 1890s English Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches
Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Revival Link Necklaces
Opal, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Three-Stone Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Dangle Earrings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Solitaire Rings
Opal, Ruby, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets
Opal, 14k 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).