$21,824
H 0.29 in W 0.59 in L 6.65 in
Antique 24.66Ct Oval Cut Opal and 9.81Ct Diamond Platinum Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 24.66 carat opal and 9.81 carat diamond, platinum bracelet; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Extra-Large Victorian 30 Carat Opal and Diamond English Carved Bangle Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Eleven graduated oval cabochon opals weigh an impressive 30 carats and are peppered with rose cut diamonds between them.
Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold
$63,750Sale Price|25% Off
W 1.18 in L 7.677 in
Belle Époque/Art Nouveau Bracelet with Opals, Pearls and Diamonds by Rothmuller
By Karl Rothmüller
Located in Lucerne, CH
Designed as a delicate combination of Belle Epoque and Art Nouveau elements, this bracelet features 19 black opals with vivid play of colour, 36 natural pearls ranging from 2.7 to 4....
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Gemstone and Yellow Gold Bracelet and Pendant Suite
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive pendant bracelet is supplied with an independent diamond and gemstone grading report card.
Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Opal, Quartz, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Victorian Opal, Blue Enamel and Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A Victorian opal, enamel and diamond bracelet, to the centre an oval shaped dome set with a diamond and twenty-four cabochon opals, all surrounded by a blue-enamelled star, surrounde...
Diamond, Opal, Enamel
Unavailable
H 0.4 in W 0.79 in L 6.5 in
Antique Gold Opal and Diamond Bracelet Victorian 19th Century Ladies 21K Heavy
Located in London, GB
A superb antique 19th century gold opal and diamond bracelet, circa 1880. This large and magnificent bracelet was made in either France or England and it weighs an impressive 27 gra...
Diamond, Opal, Gold
Antique Opal and Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
An antique opal and diamond bracelet, with an oval cabochon-cut opal, surrounded by grain set old-cut diamonds, with a millegrain edge, with old-cut diamonds, in groups of five, in m...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
“English Carved” Opal and Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rendered in 18k yellow gold, this bracelet is set with 7 carats of cabochon opal and decorated with rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blackened Silver, Opal, Seed Pearl and Diamond Mesh Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The artfully designed bracelet is displaying a floral motif plaque consisting of 31 pear-shaped opals and 58 round diamonds while the bracelet is composed of well-matched seed pearls...
Diamond, Opal, Pearl
An Edwardian Opal Diamond Line Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An Edwardian diamond and opal line bracelet designed as alternating groups of four round diamonds with four buff top opals, in platinum.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Victorian Opal Diamond Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful creation from the exploratory and influential 19th century of jewelry. Opals shifting play of kaleidoscopic colors is the allure that attracts people to these unmatched g...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
French Diamond and Opal Platinum Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Diamond and Opal French bracelet circa 1905. This one of a kind vintage bracelet is set in hand made platinum set with 40 carats (total weight)of rare fire opals and approx...
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H 0.25 in W 0.36 in L 7.48 in
Antique 2.30 Carat Opal and 0.16 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 2.30 carat opal and 0.16 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold bracelet; part of our diverse antique opal jewellery and estate jewelry collections This...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Opal and Old Mine Diamond Bangle Bracelet, circa 1890
Located in Cape May, NJ
Victorian 18K Gold Opal & Old Mine Diamond Bangle Bracelet c.1890 Era: Late Victorian, of English Origin Hallmarks: 18 Composition: 18K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: 20 Opals ...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Early 1900's Large 20 carat Opal Old Cut Diamond and Gold Bracelet/Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
An important oval opal, diamond and gold bracelet transformable into pendant, circa 1910.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 15 Carat Opal and Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Rendered in 15k yellow gold, this bracelet is set with 15 graduating opal cabochons, particularly stunning and vibrant, displaying vivid flecks of greens, blues, pinks and oranges; a...
Opal, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Opal Diamond and Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Centering upon a line of graduating round and oval cabochon opals, interspersed by diamond segments made of 16 old European-cut diamonds. Mounted in 14k yellow gold. The opals have g...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Fouquet Opal, Diamond and Gold Bracelet in its Original Fitted Box
By Fouquet
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Early 20th Century Fouquet bracelet made in the Renaissance revival style.Each panel is set with 5 oval cabachon opals measuring 7.5mm in length and the smaller adjoining links set...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Gold, Silver Bracelet with Diamonds and Opals
Located in US
Late Victorian era (late 19th century-early 20th century), gold, silver, diamond and opal bracelet. Bracelet features 3 large AAA white cabochan cut opals that measure 16mm x 10mm x ...
Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Victorian Opal and Diamond Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely stunning opal and diamond bracelet from the Victorian (ca1887) era!
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Victorian Antique Opal and Diamond Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A stunning original antique 18k yellow gold Victorian opal & diamond bangle typical of the design prevalent in the 1880 - 1900 period. The bangle comprises nine claw set opals with ...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$15,108
W 0.75 in L 11.82 in
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Platinum Collier De Chien Choker Collar Necklace
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Flexible diamond "collier de chien" made out of platinum and set with rose diamonds. Nine oval links alternate with nine double bows to form an exquisite choker. The collar is modell...
Diamond, Platinum
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Emerald and Diamond Drop Necklace
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful emerald and diamond necklace with an very important look. 12.05 carats of fine green emeralds. 28.04 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds. 18k white gold The de...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$16,351
H 0.4 in W 2.32 in L 3.98 in
Antique 20.34 Carat Opal and 4.63 Carat Diamond Silver Gilt Cross Pendant Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique 20.34 carat opal and 4.63 carat diamond, silver gilt cross pendant / brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry colle...
Diamond, Opal, Silver
An early 20th century diamond-set tiara by Skinner & Co
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century diamond-set tiara/necklace by Skinner & Co, the five principal old-cut diamonds estimated to weigh a combined total of 2 carats, each rub over millegrain-set to...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara Necklace
Located in London, GB
A vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara necklace. An exceptional vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara and necklace set, in platinum, circa 1950. This beautifull...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$65,677
W 1.13 in L 18.9 in
Antique French Ch. Fontana & Cie Diamond Tiara Necklace Silver Upon Gold, c 1880
Located in London, GB
An antique, French, diamond fringe tiara necklace, by Ch. Fontana & Cie, with the front section comprising a fringe of graduating pendants, linked at the top with rose-cut diamonds, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold
Vintage A. Tillander Diamond Platinum Tiara
Located in London, GB
An A. Tillander diamond platinum tiara, circa 1910. This exceptional diamond tiara by A. Tillander is beautifully handcrafted in platinum. The tiara is composed of intertwining, sc...
Diamond, Platinum
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 ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Dalben Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
By Oreste Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18k yellow gold semi lucid finishing dangle earrings with six blue - green bezel set Australian Boulder Opals weighing 9,6 carats. max width 11-12 mm h...
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian opal and diamond tiara/necklace, consisting of seven knife-edge gold bars graduating from the centre, each set with two round cabochon-cut opals and an old-cut diamo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Hermes Birkin Cargo Toile Goeland Sesame 35 Bag Swift Leather Limited Edition
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Cargo Birkin 35 bag featured in golden Sesame. This Hermes limited edition utility Birkin bag is created with Goeland canvas and Swift leather trim. Inclu...
Dolce&Gabbana Vintage S/S 1995 White Crystal Embellished Midi Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Introducing an exceptionally rare find: a white crystal dress from Dolce&Gabbana's Spring/Summer 1995 collection. Famously worn by Monica Bellucci, Brooke Shields, Celine Dion and Ma...
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are exceptionally delighted to offer this spectacular Victorian diamond star tiara made c.1890. The tiara will come in a fully fitted presentation case as photographed. Upon pond...
Diamond, Gold
$2,800Sale Price|46% Off
W 1 in L 1.38 in
Michael Kneebone South Seas Pearl Tahitian Pearl Diamond Sapphire Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Baroque pearls are featured in this unique drop pendant. The South Seas pearl is sourced from Paspaley, the largest cultivator of pearls in Australia. The black pearl is from Tahit...
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Estate 35 Carat Australian Opal and Marquise Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
An impressive, true one -of-a kind antique precious Australian opal pendant, set in 18K solid yellow gold. The dazzling giant opal has a mesmerizing intense colorplay, featuring reds...
Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold
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).
Today, antique and vintage bracelets are versatile and universally loved accessories that can add polish and pizzazz to any ensemble.
Bracelets were among the jewels discovered to have been buried with Pharaoh Tutankhamun when his tomb was unearthed in 1922, and wrist and arm bracelets were allegedly worn by Queen Puabi in Sumer, southern Mesopotamia. But preceding the adornments of Ancient Egypt and elsewhere, the people of prehistoric times likely wore the decorative accessory, fashioning it from shells and fish bones. When the Bronze Age allowed for more durable materials and semiprecious stones to be incorporated into jewelry, bracelets became a treasured symbol of wealth.
In the thousands of years following the debut of the world’s first bracelets, the artistry behind this common accessory has only broadened, with designers at popular jewelry houses growing more venturesome over time. David Webb looked to nature for his Animal Kingdom bracelets, and for her best-selling bracelets and more at Tiffany & Co., Elsa Peretti would frequently do the same. From bangles to tennis bracelets, the modern age offers plenty of options.
Internationally acclaimed bracelet designs have on occasion become powerful symbols of status, style and, in the case of Cartier's iconic design, love. The Cartier Love bracelet can be found on the wish list of most jewelry lovers and on the wrist of some of the world’s biggest stars. Its arrangement of mock screwheads and distinctive functionality — it was initially locked and unlocked with an accompanying vermeil screwdriver — is an enduring expression of loyalty, unity and romance. (Do you know how to spot a fake Cartier Love bracelet?)
While the Love bracelet has played a role in the skyrocketing popularity of cuff-style bracelets, they are far from the only glamorous option for collectors. Make a statement with an Art Deco design, a style that sees all kinds of iterations fitted with studded cuffs, one-of-a-kind shapes and dazzling insets. A chunky vintage gold bracelet in the Retro style will prove eye-catching and elevate any outfit.
One of the best things about bracelets, however, is that you never have to choose just one. Style icon Jacqueline Kennedy stacked her Croisillon bracelets — designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. — with such frequency that the ornate bangles were eventually dubbed “Jackie bracelets” by reporters. Contemporary silver pieces can easily complement each other, rendering a layering of luxury almost a necessity.
Find a diverse collection of bracelets that you can sort by style, stone cut and more on 1stDibs.
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
Mid-20th-century designer Andrew Grima upended tradition with his avant-garde aesthetic.
As elegant as they are versatile, these jewels have become chic staples.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The decades-old design is one of the most sought-after pieces of jewelry in the world.
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Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.