Cabochon Black Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal, Black Opal
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
20th Century North American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Late 20th Century North American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Necklace Enhancers
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century American Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Black Opal, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Early 2000s North American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Opal, 18k Gold, Vermeil
2010s German Artist Cocktail Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
Vintage 1930s Unknown Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s French Artisan Stud Earrings
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Rhodium, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Opal, Crystal
Vintage 1930s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2010s Turkish Modern Engagement Rings
Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s Dome Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings
Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century English Modern Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Black Opal, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Black Opal, Opal, Platinum
2010s Turkish Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold
20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Modern Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Black Opal, 18k Gold
Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings
Topaz, Black Opal, Sapphire, Peridot, Opal, 14k Gold
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Opal, Black Opal
2010s Australian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Opal, Black Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2010s American Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal
2010s Loose Gemstones
Opal, Black Opal
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Black Opal, Opal, Gold, Rose Gold, 10k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Black Opal
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Black Opal, Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
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Cabochon Black Opal For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Cabochon Black 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).
- What is a cabochon Opal?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A cabochon opal is an opal that’s cut in a dome shape. There are two types of opal: common and precious. The former is, as its name implies, not very rare. Precious opal, on the other hand, is more rare than diamonds and considered very high quality.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To see if your black opal is real, check the potch on the back. Double-sided opals are rare, so if there is a lack of potch and color all the way through, this could indicate a fake. Shop a collection of expertly vetted opals from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Black fire opal can vary in worth, from $10 per carat to $10,000 per carat. Black opals are generally considered extremely valuable because of their vibrant spectrum of colors and are one of the most enchanting stones in the world. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage black fire opal jewelry.