Opal Set
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Fashion Rings
Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 10k 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
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 British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Rubelite, Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s American Artist Drop Necklaces
Opal, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century German Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Star Sapphire, Cat’s Eye, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s British Modern Stud Earrings
Opal, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Hematite, Opal, Quartz, Tiger s Eye, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold...
Vintage 1960s American Band Rings
Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yello...
Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Drop Earrings
Yellow Gold
20th Century American Drop Earrings
Yellow Gold
20th Century Collectible Jewelry
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Modern Pendant Necklaces
10k Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
21st Century and Contemporary American Chandelier Earrings
Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century More Rings
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
2010s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Garnet, Sapphire, Spinel, Fire Opal, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Opal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 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).