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Gemstone: Opal
Gold Ring Opal Waves Boulder ring Gemstone Unisex Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Waves. Truly feel nature’s warm embrace with this exquisite, custom made unisex Art Nouveau statement ring that is hand-designed in brightly polished 14k yellow gold. Tendrils of gol...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

2.51 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.51 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.57 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known for exhibiting flas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Fire Opal Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Fire Opal & Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Cut Ruby - 2.00 carats Natural Fire Opal - 3.00 carats Natural Blue Topaz 2.00 carats Natu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Revival Opal Jewelry

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

Genuine 75 Carat Sparkling Fire Opal Beaded 14K Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
Breathtaking sparkling creamy white sparkling Welo opal necklace, hand knotted on multicolor silk thread that capture all colors of the rainbow. The opals discplay a breathtaking pla...
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2010s Ethiopian Modern Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold

Archibald Knox Art Nouveau Opal Enamel Gold Diadem Comb for Liberty Co.
Located in London, GB
llustrated in our book: Beatriz Chadour-Sampson & Sonya Newell-Smith, Tadema Gallery London Jewellery from the 1860s to 1960s, Arnoldsche Art Publishers, Stuttgart 2021, cat. no. 490 An extremely beautiful unrecorded Diadem by Archibald Knox. The fiery central opal is set amongst gold entrelacs of flowers and foliage enriched with superb plique-à-jour enamel. The reverse is embossed with a butterfly motif. This is a metamorphic jewel being adjustable to both a diadem and a decorative comb...
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, Enamel

Antique carved emerald ruby sapphires Brilliant diamond 14K gold silver bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
Beautiful hand carved gemstones carefully selected and set in 14K Gold and silver to create this masterpiece. This beautiful bracelet is one of its kind. This jewel is perfect to bri...
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2010s Indian Retro Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Antique 2.30 Carat Black Opal and 18k Yellow Gold Cameo Ring Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.30ct black opal and 18k yellow gold cameo ring; part of our diverse antique opal jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fi...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Earth and Moon Design Australian Doublet Opal Diamond Stud Earrings 14K Yellow
Located in Suwanee, GA
Earth and Moon Design Australian Doublet Opal & Diamond Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the que...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Opal Jewelry

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

Minimalist Oval Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Oval Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, is...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Minimalist Rectangle Shaped Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 18K
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Rectangle Shaped Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—th...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Opal Jewelry

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

Heart Pendant Australian Solid Opal Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Heart Pendant Australian Solid Opal Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, is one...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

10 Carat Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
approximately 10 Carat Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold size 5 Oval Natural Opal A classic, Cocktail ring 1...
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2010s Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Minimal Style Oval Australian Solid Opal Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimal Style Oval Australian Solid Opal Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemsto...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Gin and Grace 14K Ethiopian Opal and Emerald Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your elegance with these stunning Ethiopian Opal and Emerald Earrings, a true celebration of color and craftsmanship. Each earring fea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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

Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Opal &b Multi Gem Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Opal &b Multi Gem Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby Pear shape drops - 4 carats Natural White Opals, cabochon shapes - 6 carats Multi color ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Opal Ethiopian 25.49Ct natural gemstone, Oval cabochon, Ethiopia, GFCO certified
Located in Daugavpils, LV
Natural Ethiopian Opal gemstone GFCO certified Gemstone Color: White Multicolor Gemstone Type: Opal Gemstone size: 26.44x20.65x11.38mm Cut Grade: Very Good Gemstone Shape: Pear Cabo...
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2010s Ethiopian Opal Jewelry

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Opal

Bochic “Capri” Natural Opals Red Ruby Ring Set in 18K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Natural Opals & Red Ruby Ring Set in 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby Cabochon - 8 Carats White Natural Fire Opal - 13 cara...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Opal and Pearl Victorian Style Cocktail Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Step into the world of timeless beauty with this Natural Opal and Pearl Victorian Style Cocktail Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold. A stunning piece that combines vintage allure with mode...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Victorian Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fire Opal Dangle Earrings With Sapphire Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:8.851g,D:0.75ct, Opal Fire:8.60ct,Sapp:1.00ct, 31 MM
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Opal Jewelry

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

Opal Vintage Style Five Stone Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A Stunning Fusion of Mystery and Elegance Discover the captivating beauty of this Natural Opal and Onyx Vintage Style Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold. A perfect blend of striking gemsto...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Opal .8 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring Antique Wedding Engagement
Located in New York, NY
This is an Antique Victorian - Art Deco Ring with three gorgeous natural oval Opals of incredible color and stunning beauty. The three Opal gems are accented by eight sparkling white...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry

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

Australian Black Opal Diamond Pendant 18" 14k Y Gold 4.45 TCW GIA Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Australian Black Opal & Diamond Pendant 18" 14k Y Gold 4.45 TCW GIA Certified $7,950 212090 MADE IN ITALY This magnificent pendant is very versatile and can be used both vertical and horizontal. Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds and Pearls This Australian Black Opal necklace...
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1990s American Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold

Australian Opal Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
Amazing 18 Karat white gold cocktail ring. Handmade by our craftsmen and assembled with Australian opal and diamonds. Diamonds weight 0.80 karat Opal weight 6.96 karat Ring total we...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Opal and 9 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The opals in this ring are gorgeous and throw some great colours. They are set upon an ornate gallery in 9ct gold claw settings. Ring Size: S or 9 Band Width: 5.5mm Height Off Fi...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold

London Blue Topaz Tsavorite and Diamond Double Halo Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A rich blend of color and brilliance defines this captivating halo ring. At the center sits a deep London Blue Topaz, radiating elegance with its intense hue. Surrounding it is a viv...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Topaz, Tsavorite, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Minimal Style Oval Australian Doublet Opal Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimal Style Oval Australian Doublet Opal Pendant Necklace 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

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Dalben Round and Square Shape Australian Opal Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k yellow gold satin finishing lever back earrings with two round cabochon cut and two square cut blue Australian solid opals weight 1,04 carats . Bezel stone dimens...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal and Diamond Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 3.3 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemstone: Opal Gemstone Measurements: ~12.2 mm x 10.16 mm x 2.97 mm Gemston...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Opal w/ .14ct Diamond Sides 3 Stones Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (3) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Base w/ Amazing Play of Colors - 11.6x7.4mm (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cu...
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20th Century Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Le Pisson De La Mer Tropicale Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Masterstroke of Creativity with an Explosion of Color, this Van Cleef & Arpels Brooch Expresses its Design Through a Vibrant Oval Shaped Black Opal Reminiscent of the Caribbean Sea...
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1960s Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Fire Opal Gold Stud Earrings stud Orange Mexican Opal
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold earrings with natural Fire Opal opal origin - Mexico opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.2 х 0.2 in / 4 х 5 х 5 mm earrings weight - 2.96 grams Minimal collection We sh...
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2010s German Artisan Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond Black Opal Ring 14K Gold Cocktail Vintage
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Black Opal Ring 14K Gold Cocktail Vintage This stunning vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold (stamped and guaran...
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20th Century Opal Jewelry

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

Ethiopian Opal Kitten Shape Cat Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Ethiopian Opal Cat Pendant 14K Solid Gold Kitten Shape Pendant For Valentine Day Gross Weight: : 3.07 Grams Approx. Diamond Weight: : 0.15 cts Approx. 14K Gold Weight: : 1.44 Grams ...
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2010s Indian Opal Jewelry

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

Boulder Opal Gold Pendant Russet Brown Australian Gemstone vintage style gift
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold pendant with natural Boulder Koroit Opal opal origin - Queensland, Australia opal measurements - 0.12 x 0.63 x 1.22 in / 3 x 16 x 31 mm stone weight - 14.8 carats ...
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2010s German Artisan Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Natural Opal Citrine Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Opal & Citrine Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold&Silver Natural Center Opal - 3.00 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Multi Citrine - 5.00 Carat This Ring is from the "Orien...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Baroque Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver

Opal Diamond Emerald Art Deco Style Target Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A round bezel-set opal at its center, radiating an ethereal glow. Surrounding the opal is a vivid French cut emerald, adding a rich contrast and vintage charm. A dazzling diamond fr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Opal, White Gold, 14k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Opal Multi Color Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set 22k Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Opal & Multi Color Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set 22K Gold & Silver Multi natural gem Ring Beautiful Natural Opal - 9 carats White/Cream Color with Pink and Orange tones ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

38.92-Carat Marquise Ethiopian Opal – A Rare Collectible Gem by Merkaba Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
38.92-Carat Marquise Ethiopian Opal – A Rare Masterpiece by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. A Rare Masterpiece of Nature The Ethiopian highlands have gifted the world some of the mos...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal

Unusual Art Deco Opal Flapper Cameo
Located in New York, NY
Rare and Unusual Art Deco Opal Flapper Cameo brooch from the 1920's set in 14k filigreed gold. A young woman is expertly carved in a wonderful opal with a flower in her short bob wit...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 14k Gold

Natural Opal Diamond Ring 14K Gold Estate Retail Tag $8400
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Crystal Opal Ring 14K Yellow Gold This estate ring is made in solid 14K Yellow Gold and set with genuine Opal and diamonds. The ring came to us from auction and still has an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K yellow gold opal and diamond ring. Three-stone leaf. Size 6.
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Late 20th Century Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Michael Kneebone Ethiopian Black Opal Diamond Acrylic Leaf Dangle Earrings.
Located in Austin, TX
Ethiopian black opals along with diamonds form a harmonious composition in these elegant dangle earrings. The opals are well matched and polished. They have a black base with inten...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Orange Opal Multi Peridot Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold&Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Orange Opal & Multi Peridot Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold&Silver Natural Center Orange Opal - 5.00 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Multi Peridot - 3.00 Carat This Rin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Peridot, 18k Gold, Silver

Ethiopian Opal bead necklace
Located in New York, NY
Faceted Ethiopian Opals mounted of hand fabricated links. The lovely mostly orange hued Opals shimmer with flashes of green and blue and sparkle due to the facets. In ancient Rome Op...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

English 9K Yellow Gold Opal Cluster Flower Cocktail Ring, Made in England
Located in Chesham, GB
This ring is made from 9K Yellow Gold with Natural Opal. Like all my jewelry pieces, this ring is made in my own workshop. This magnificent piece is set with nineteen colorful fier...
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2010s British Victorian Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Ethiopian Opal Peridot Yellow Gold Bead Necklace
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold 36 inch graduating length Ethiopian Opal 146 carats approx. Peridot 145 carats approx. 18kyg roundels 18kyg toggle clasp Strung on silk Limited editi...
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2010s American Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Finely detailed antique Edwardian carved opal cameo necklace (circa 1910s), craf
Located in Torrance, CA
Carved opal measures 40mm x 36mm (8mm thick). Old European and rose cut diamonds total an estimated 0.15 carats (estimated at I-J color and SI1-I1 clarity). 3 small calibre cut rubie...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Dalben Blue Green Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18 kt yellow gold satin finishing ring with a blue green colors solid Australian Boulder Opal rhombus shape weight 4,63 carats . Ring size US 7 - EU...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

17.00 Carat Pink Opal and Diamonds Gold Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Delicate Statement Ring The ring is 14K Rose Gold The ring has a Square Pink Opal 17.0 Carats There are 0.27 Carats in Brown Diamonds The ring measures 0.75" x 0.75" on top. The ring...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Brown Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Opal Lapis Lazuli Ornate Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (4) Natural Genuine Opals - Round Cabochon - Prong Set - White Base Color w/ Orange & Green Color Play - 5mm and 3.5mm (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Lapis Lazuli - Round C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique c. 1900 CARTIER Henri Picq 18k Solid Gold 4ct Boulder Opal Stick Pin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Paris Antique Circa 1900s Henri Picq 18k Yellow Gold & Opal Stick Pin Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible desig...
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Early 1900s French Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold

Magnificent 18KT Gold Large 10CT Opal Deco Style Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Large Rare Fancy Gorgeous Opal Earrings. Earrings are comprised of LARGE Gorgeous Fancy Opals surrounded and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Oval Fire Opal Cabochons Cream Color Baroque Pearls 14K Gold Bezel Stud Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
These simple but elegant and completely handmade earrings have 2 Oval Fire Opal Cabochons measuring 10 x 12 mm set in 14 K yellow gold bezel at the top to which are suspended 2 Pear...
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Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Pearl, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Piaget Dancer Opal and Onyx Unisex Watch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite wristwatch created by Piaget, showcasing a gorgeous opal, onyx, and diamond dial. Finely made of 18K yellow gold and 8 inches in length. This timepiece has a quartz move...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Onyx, Opal, Yellow Gold

Dalben Lightning Ridge Australian Opal Rose Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 3,07 carat bezel-set pear shape magnificent Lightning Ridge Australian opal . The Lightning Ridge Australian crystal Opal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Important 10.25 Carat Black Opal Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
18k gold ring, with important approx. 10.25ct black opal, measuring 27 x 15 x 6mm. Surrounded with approx. 0.45ctw in diamonds. Ring size - 7.5, ring top - 33mm x 20mm. marked 18k. W...
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20th Century Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold

Victorian Opal Emerald Ruby Ring Antique Wedding Engagement Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful Antique Victorian Ring with a central Emerald surrounded by a halo of six gorgeous natural round Opals of incredible color and stunning beauty. The effect is of...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Renaissance Revival Jelly Opal 18K Gold Cross with Blue Enamel - Circa 1880 s
Located in Chatham, CA
Antique Renaissance Revival gem set 18K yellow gold Latin cross pendant with 16 rare semi black jelly opals (each cabochon cut stone approximately 3 to 4 m...
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Late 19th Century American Renaissance Revival Antique Opal Jewelry

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Opal, 18k Gold, Enamel

Boulder Opal Silver Necklace Multicolor Australian Gemstone gift Vintage style
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold plated silver necklace with natural Boulder Opal with blue, green and red opalescence opal origin - Australia weight of the necklace - 4.37 grams necklace height - ...
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2010s German Artist Opal Jewelry

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Opal, Silver

4.21 Carat Oval Cut Natural Opal Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.21 Carat Oval Cut Natural Opal Diamond Yellow Gold Ring Stunning Opal and Diamond Ring made in a 14K Yellow Gold setting and weighs approximately 8.2 grams. The Oval Cut Opal in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Opal Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow 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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