Rough Opal
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Fire Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Chain Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Whit...
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Drop Earrings
Opal, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Fire Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s German Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Fire Opal, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Lever-Back Earrings
Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Hong Kong Dangle Earrings
Opal, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold,...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Necklaces
Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Hong Kong Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold,...
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
Antique 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
2010s Swiss Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Collectible Jewelry
Tin
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Crystal, Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Bracelets
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Japanese Artist Brooches
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum
2010s Japanese Artist Brooches
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Japanese Artist Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, Platinum
2010s Artist Brooches
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Tiger s Eye, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Moonstone, Opal, Rainbow Moonstone
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Abstract Sculptures
Glass, Art Glass
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Brooches
Opal, Tourmaline, Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
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Rough Opal For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Rough Opal?
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).