Opal Set
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow 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, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary International Style Natural Specimens
Opal, Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
2010s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire
Mid-20th Century British Fashion Rings
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
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
Antique 1840s Victorian Band Rings
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century More Rings
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Fire Opal...
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Opal, Bronze, Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Amethyst, Chrysophrase, Garnet, Opal, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Top...
Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Glass
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Serving Pieces
Opal, Metal, Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Peridot, Quartz, Apatite, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold Plate,...
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Vases
Opal
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Opal, Brass
Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Opaline Glass
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Antique 1880s Victorian Link Bracelets
Opal, Pearl
Vintage 1910s American Egyptian Revival Brooches
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Bracelets
Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Engagement Rings
Garnet, Opal, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s English Modern Animal Sculptures
Opal, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...
Opal
Vintage 1950s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants
Opal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Quartz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterl...
Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Opal, Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Ye...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Hematite, Opal, Quartz, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tiger s Eye, 14k G...
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Copper
20th Century American Religious Items
Multi-gemstone, Gold
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1930s More Jewelry
Vintage 1930s Danish More Jewelry
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
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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).








