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Gemstone: Opal
Dalben Trilogy Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18 kt rose gold ring with three bezel-set blue-green-pink Australian Boulder Opals weight 4,34 carats . Ring size US 7 1/4 - EU 55 re-sizable . Be...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

14K Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal and Pink Opal Halo Pendant with Diamond Accent
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in radiant 14K yellow gold, this pendant showcases a mesmerizing 1.39-carat Ethiopian opal at its center, known for its vibrant color play. Surrounding it is a halo of soft p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Rainbow Sapphire and Emerald Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
This vibrand hand made rainbow gemstone necklace includes polished bright multi-colored gemstones, such as: • Pink Sapphire • Ruby • Peruv...
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2010s European Modern Opal Jewelry

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Sapphire, Emerald, Opal, Turquoise, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold,...

Onyx and Oval-Cab Pink Opal with Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace ring. The 14k Yellow Gold jewelry boasts 8x10 mm oval cab Pink Opal (1pcs) 2.16 ...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tanzanite, Opal and Diamond Marquise Shaped Pendant Necklace in Two-Tone Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This distinctive pendant necklace features a striking combination of diamonds, tanzanite, and opal, artfully set in 14 karat white gold with 22 karat gold accents. At the center, an ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Tanzanite, Opal, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 22k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Bespoke Australian Black Opal Diamond Gemstone 18k White Gold Collar Necklace.
Located in Great Neck, NY
This one-of-a-kind bespoke necklace is a striking statement of high jewelry craftsmanship, centered around an extraordinary collection of Australian black opals totaling 53.70 carats...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Fire Opal, Black Opal, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Pi...

58.52 Carat Pink Opal 2.14 Carat Pink Sapphire 3.55 Carats Diamond Bracelet
Located in Dallas, TX
Purchased from famed jewelry designer David Morris of London, this lovely bracelet is in warm and inviting 18 karat rose gold and the pink color in the six beautifully matched opals ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Dalben Big Oval Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 14,78 carat bezel-set oval light blue Australian Boulder Opal. The opal has pastel light blue-green colors with some pink waves...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

2.90 Carats Australian Opal Orange blue green multiple play of color gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
2.90 Carats Australian Opal Orange blue green multiple play of color gemstone Gemstone : Opal Doublet Weight : 2.90 Carats Size : 15.5x8.5 MM Quantity - 1 Piece Shape - Fancy Play ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal

Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Emerald, Rubellite Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Opal, Emerald & Rubellite Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 8.03 carats. The weight of the Em...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Rubelite, 18k Gold

Gin Grace 10K Yellow Gold Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring with Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 10-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Ring is made up of 8*10 mm Oval-cut (1 pcs) 1.52 carat Opal and Round Cut Diamo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Plique À Jour Enamel, Opal, Diamond And Gold Dragonfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
A modern gem set dragonfly brooch, with trembling wings, with opals in the thorax, wing tips and eyes, weighing 2.45 carats, with blue to green plique à jour enamel wings, set with e...
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2010s Modern Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Enamel

Dalben Design Blue Green Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18k yellow gold semi lucid finishing ring with a 9,6 carat bezel-set lovely Blue-green Australian Boulder Opal . This Australian Boulder Opal has the se...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Pink Opal, Multi Sapphires Ruby Brooch Set 18K Gold &
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Pink Opal, Multi Sapphires & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby, Oval shape - 6 carat Multi color Natural Sapphires from Sri Lanka 1 ca...
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Late 20th Century Thai Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...

Natural Black Opal 2.53 ct and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Natural Black Opal 2.53 ct and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum Natural Black Opal Ring features a 2.53 carat Oval Cabochon Black Opal with flashes of Green, Yellow, Orange, Red, a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Dalben Magnificent Australian Opal Rose Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 10,35 carat bezel-set oval shape magnificent Coober Pedy Australian crystal opal . This wonderful Australian Opal have a kal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Opal Diamond Gold Ring Natural Australian Gemstone Classic Style Ring gift her
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural opal and diamond 14K gold ring opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.28 x 0.35 x 0.63 in / 7 х 9 х 16 mm opal weight - 3.5 carat tone of the opal - 4.5 48 diamonds cl...
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2010s German Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Two Side Mexican Fire Opal, Diamond, Pink Sapphire Tsavorite, Pendant Necklace
Located in Suwanee, GA
Two Side Mexican Fire Opal, Halo Diamond, Pink Sapphire Tsavorite, Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order!...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gol...

1900s 5.82ct Authentic Antique Australian Opal and Diamond Cluster 18KYG Ring
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent turn-of-the-century late Victorian, early Edwardian Opal and Diamond Cluster 18k Gold ring, Circa 1900. This Crystal Australian opal displays electric play of color in ...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cabochon Garnet and Opal Vintage Style Ring in Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Discover timeless beauty with this Vintage Style Ring, designed to captivate and inspire. At its center lies a striking natural cabochon garnet, its deep, wine-red hue exuding warmth...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

77.80 Carat Natural Australian Boulder Opal and Diamond Pendant Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful pendant featuring a 77.80 Carat Australian Boulder Opal and 0.82 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known for exhibitin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Modernist Square Cut Orange Opal Tennis Bracelet for Her in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This Modernist Square Cut Orange Opal Tennis Bracelet for Her in 18k Yellow Gold showcases 35 endlessly sparkling natural opal, weighing 7.15 carats. It measures 7 inches long in len...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Opal Gold Ring 18K Natural Australian stone Engagement ring lotr style
Located in Berlin, DE
Black opal 18K gold ring opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.12 х 0.31 х 0.43 in / 3 х 8 х 11 mm opal weight - 1.65 carats ring weight - 2.72 grams ring size - US 8 / EU ...
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2010s German Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oregon Peach Opal Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
The length of the necklace is 24.5 inches (61 cm). The size of the smooth round beads is 10.5mm. Beads are a very gentle color, mixed with deep peach to light peach, soft beige, and ...
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2010s American Art Deco Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver

Oregon Peach Opal Necklace
Oregon Peach Opal Necklace
$384 Sale Price
20% Off
Three Tier Fire Opal Dangle Earrings With Diamonds Made In 19k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:8.988g,D:0.81ct, Opal Fire:28.35ct, 59X14
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Minimalist Round Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Round-Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gems...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 6.75 #15965
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 6.75- This elegant ring features four oval opals (7 mm x 5 mm) and one round single cut diamond set in classic 14K yellow gol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Band with Australian Black Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Suwanee, GA
14K Yellow Gold Band with Australian Black Opal Engagement Ring. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, is on...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Fire Opal Briar Patch Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold ring is reminiscent of a briar patch, with four iridescent fire opals held within twisted vines of 14k gold. The gorgeous fire opals are mesmerizing to look at—they hav...
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1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

South Sea Pearl Necklace with Two Australian Solid Black Opal and Diamond Claps
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is a premium White South Sea Pearl Necklace with 2 Australian Solid Black Opal as the Claps. The Pearl necklace consists of 66 round South Sea Pe...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Opal, Black Opal

9K Yellow Gold Amethyst Cabochon and Opal Poison Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
This stunning Amethyst Cabochon and Opal Poison Ring features a beautifully smooth amethyst cabochon set in a secure bezel. The ring's intricate filigree design encircles the gemston...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Opal Jewelry

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Amethyst, Opal, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

.925 Sterling Silver 7X7MM Created Opal and White Sapphire Halo Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Envelop your wrist in the ethereal glow of this exquisitely crafted bangle, where sophistication and celestial charm fuse seamlessly. Masterfully fashioned from .925 sterling silver,...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Sapphire, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Sapphire, Garant Blue Opal Set In 18K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Sapphire, Garant Blue Opal Set In 18K Gold Silver Natural Garant Natural Sapphire Natural Blue Opal South Golden Pearl With Pink Silver Tone 1...
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Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Opal Jewelry

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Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Natural 5.89 Ct Australian boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This amazing 5.89 Ct Australian black boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2023. Sue processed t...
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2010s Australian Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Black Opal

Royal Crown Design Solid Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Royal Crown Design Australian Solid Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen o...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Bochic “Orient” Natural Orange Opal, Kyanite Diamond Ring Set In 18K Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Natural Orange Opal, Kyanite & Diamond Ring Set In 18K & Silver Natural Oval Shape Center Orange Opal 3.00 Carat Natural Kyanite 5.00 Carat Natural Round Diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Kyanite, 18k Gold, Silver

Full Fire Australian Opal with Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring 7g V1159
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Full of Fire Australian Opal with Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring 7g V1159 ♥ This is a gorgeous ring set with a beautiful Australian opal in the center, surrounded by 0.43ctw...
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2010s American Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Yellow Gold Opal Paraiba White Brilliant- and Rose-Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Handcrafted in Belgium, this yellow gold pendant shines with a unique mix of Paraiba Tourmalines, Australian Opals, and sparkling diamonds. Each stone is hand-set by our skilled ston...
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2010s Belgian Artist Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Heart Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Wide Band Sz 7 Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish contemporary opal & diamond heart ring crafted in 14k yellow gold. Opal measures 8mm (estimated at 1.05 carat). 32 diamonds total an estimated 0.09 carats (estimated at I-J...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Very Fine Antique Purse 13.5 cts. with fine Australian Opals Diamonds 1890
Located in Aspen, CO
This yellow gold antique small purse is an outstanding piece and one of the nicest on the market today, and we have not seen a better example. It is set with white diamonds and fi...
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1880s American Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby Fire Opal Cluster Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Fire Opal Ruby Cluster Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver Rose Cut Natural Red Rubies - 9 Carats Natural Fire Opal - 7 Carats This Ring is from the "...
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Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver

18 Karat Mexican Fire Opal with Tsavorite Garnet Ring, Carrot Ring
Located in Wallingford, CT
Mexican fire opal paired with Tsavorite garnet in 14k gold Metal Type: 18 Karat solid yellow gold Stone size: 4mm x 6mm Fire opal Side stones: 2mm Tsavorite ...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Garnet, Opal, Tsavorite, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Oval Opal Dublet Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 1.6 Grams ​Earring Diameter: 10.7 mm x 9.4 mm ​ ​Opal Diameter: 7.2mm x 5.7 mm Gemstone: Opal Dublets Stamped: "14k...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Classic Ethiopian Opal with Diamond Accents 10k Yellow Gold Ring For Women/Girls
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique Ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace Ring. The 10K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts with Cushion-cab Ethiopian Opal (1 pcs)...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Pink Opal Mika Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Wearing this Pink Peruvian Opal necklace will make you feel as if you've captured the blush of dawn and woven it around your neck. Each opal whispers stories of ancient beauty and ti...
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2010s Artisan Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Vermeil

Burma Ruby Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely opals surround this oval-shaped 2.23 carat Burma ruby.
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Opal Ring Circa 1950 s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Opal jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Ethiopian Opal Ring Authentic Hand made Natural Stones Nice color and brilliance. 14k Yellow Gold approx 7.50 grams Area design size approx 2...
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1950s Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Meira T 14K Yellow Gold Blue Opal Necklace with 0.25 Carat Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Meira T. 14K yellow gold blue opal pendant necklace with diamonds weighing 0.25 carat total. Necklace can be worn 16, 17, or 18 inches. Video and pictures are included here; we ...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Australian Boulder Opal and Diamond Pendant Top Made in 18K Gold PLAT
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful pendant top featuring a Australian Boulder Opal and Diamonds made in 18 Karat Gold and Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known for exhibiting...
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20th Century Japanese Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum, 18k Gold

Wendy Yue 8.60 Carat Ruby and 16.05 Carat Opal Serpent 18 Karat Gold Cuff
Located in New York, NY
With a fascination of exotic landscapes and wildlife, Wendy Yue's jewelry radiates opulence and whimsical characteristics with a wide range of color and deta...
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2010s Artisan Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage Opal and Diamond flower pendant, 9k gold, hearts
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautiful vintage Opal and Diamond flower pendant is really something else! A wonderfully pretty design the flower petals made from carefully hand carved Opal in a wonderful ar...
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Late 20th Century British Retro Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Victorian Opal, Diamond Demantoid Garnet Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Opal Cluster Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning Victorian 18ct gold cluster ring, featuring a magnificent op...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Garnet, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boulder Opal Necklace Diamonds 22k 18k 14k “Skinny Dipping”
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
Embrace nocturnal elegance with the "Skinny Dipping" boulder opal necklace. This captivating piece showcases a vibrant boulder opal—hand-selected for its luminous play of color—compl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

3 Ruby Oval Cabs 14 Kt Yellow Gold Diamonds Pink Opal Pear Shape Drops Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elegant and completely handmade Earrings consisting of an upper part of 3 oval shape Ruby cabs of 4 mm x 5 mm set together in 14 Kt yellow gold with 2 small diamonds in the center, a...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

ART DECO 1930 Cocktail Ring in Platinum with 6.12cts Australian Opal Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco ring with Australian opal. Exceptionally beautiful ring, created during the iconic period of the art deco, back in the 1930. This colorful ring personify the deco period...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Black opal stackable 14k gold ring.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal stackable 14k gold ring. Solitaire genuine opal gold ring. Delicate opal oval cabochone ring. Rainbow opal ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 1.5 gr depends from size Gemsto...
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2010s Turkish Modern Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold

Black opal stackable 14k gold ring.
Black opal stackable 14k gold ring.
$358 Sale Price / item
34% Off
Genuine Rainbow Sapphire and Turquoise with Ethiopian Opal 20 inch Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A regal length of flowy pastel colored gemstones, handstrung on multicolor silk. Capture the full spectrum of the rainbow with this semi-precious pastel multi gemstone necklace! ** ...
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2010s European Modern Opal Jewelry

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Aquamarine, Citrine, Opal, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Turquoise, Chrysophrase,...

Georgian Gem Set French Gold Fob Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
From France c. 1810, a magnificent of 18 Kt gold Georgian Fobs completely encrusted with granulation, roses and leaves come split ring attached. This is a...
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1810s French George III Antique Opal Jewelry

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Amethyst, Malachite, Rock Crystal, Topaz, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold

Bochic “Candy Butterfly” Fire Opal, Ruby Sapphire Vintage Brooch Set 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Candy Butterfly” Fire Opal, Ruby Sapphire Vintage Brooch Set 18K Gold From the “Capri” collection Natural Opals - 11 carats Natural shapes Natural Ruby Cabochon - ...
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Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Opal Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Fi...

Opal Pearl and Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Opal Pearl and Diamond Choker Necklace A choker featuring 11 strands of cultured pearls, centered with a diamond pendant set with a shield cut opal. Approximate Diamond Weight: 3.1...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Opal, White Gold, 14k Gold

Antique and Vintage Opal Jewelry

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).

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