Opal Set
Vintage 1930s Danish More Jewelry
Malachite, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1930s More Jewelry
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s Danish Collectible Jewelry
Sterling Silver
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Steel
Vintage 1910s Danish Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry
Silver
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Plastic
Late 20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver, Silver
Vintage 1950s American Link Bracelets
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American Fashion Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1800s Chinese Fashion Rings
Opal, 22k Gold
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings
Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gre...
Vintage 1950s Unknown Artisan Dome Rings
Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Cocktail Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Opal, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s British Retro Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold
Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings
Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s American Cufflinks
Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Solitaire Rings
Opal, 9k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches
Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Opal, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Fashion Rings
Opal, 14k Gold
Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Opal, Gold
Vintage 1980s American Retro Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Opal, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Citrine, Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Link Bracelets
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Opal, Sterling Silver, Silver
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold
2010s Unknown Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Rings
Opal, Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Rings
Opal, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Dome Rings
Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Australian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings
Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Yellow Gold
20th Century Brooches
Opal, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Iolite, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Fashion Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings
Opal, Ruby, 15k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Brooches
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Solitaire Rings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Drop Earrings
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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).








