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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Natural Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Natural Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum Black Opal and Diamond Ring features one Natural Oval Cabochon Black Opal weighing 2.36 carats with Blue and Green play of color on a...
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20th Century North American Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Opal and Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Style: Opal and Diamond Ring Total Weight: 4.4 Grams Ring Size: 6 (resizable) Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemstone: Opal Gemst...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Platinum Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
Platinum Australian black opal and diamond ring. This is a natural black opal weighing .45cts and measuring about 7.7mm x 5.5mm.
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1950s Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 6.5- This stunning ring features 16 round opals and three round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 14K yellow gold.
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20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Sugar Loaf Cabochon Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Riverdale, NY
Exceptional sugar loaf Cabochon Opal and Diamond Ring. Opal stone is gorgeous with a translucent quality housing a fire-y orange glow from within.
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1970s American Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, Platinum, 14k Gold
Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum, GIA Certified
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Certified Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring features one natural Black Opal oval cabochon, weighing 6.45 carats, ...
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20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 6- This lovely ring features five oval opals (6 mm x 4 mm each) and four round brilliant cut diamonds set in beautifully deta...
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20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7- This lovely ring features one oval opal (10 mm x 8 mm) and four round brilliant cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 18K yello...
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20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 5.75- This lovely ring features one pear shaped opal (9 mm x 5 mm) surrounded by 27 round single cut diamonds set in classic 14K white...
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20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Boulder Opal and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Boulder Opal and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum Boulder Opal and Diamond Ring features Natural Boulder Opal weighing 12.32 carats in an elongated shape with Pink, Gre...
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14 Karat Yellow Gold Mosaic Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Mosaic Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7.25- This lovely ring features one mosaic opal gemstone (8 mm x 8 mm) and three round single cut diamonds set in clas...
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20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 6.25 #24447
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 6.25 This delicate ring features an oval opal cabochon (5.8 mm x 3.5 mm) with soft flashes of pastel color, accented by two round brillian...
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20th Century Contemporary Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 4.5 #23845
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Opal and Diamond Ring Size 4.5- This elegant ring features a stunning oval opal gemstone (11.4 mm x 8 mm) framed by eight sparkling brilliant cut diamonds set in 14K white gold.
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20th Century Contemporary Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 5.5 #23551
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 5.5 This stunning 18K yellow gold ring features five oval opal gemstones and five round single cut diamonds set in a sculptural branch-lik...
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20th Century Contemporary Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14KT Yellow Gold Antique Victorian Era Genuine Australian Opal And Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
14KT Yellow Gold and platinum Antique Victorian Era Genuine Australian Opal And Diamond Ring with black onyx featuring 0.12CT-TW single cut diamonds.
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1940s American Retro Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 5.5 #23192
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 5.5 This elegant ring is crafted in 14K white gold and features a luminous oval opal (7.8 mm x 6.2 mm) surrounded by 14 round brilliant cut...
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20th Century Contemporary Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 5 #23556
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 5 This striking statement ring features a luminous marquise-shaped opal (17.8 mm x 9 mm) and six round brilliant cut diamonds* set in beau...
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20th Century Contemporary Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 5.75 #21526
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 5.75 This elegant ring features three oval cut opal gemstones (7 mm x 5 mm) and six sparkling round cut diamonds set in classic 14K y...
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20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7.5 #20752
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7.5 This stunning 14k yellow gold ring features one oval opal (7 mm x 5 mm) accented with two round brilliant cut diamonds, the perfe...
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20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 5.75 #15210
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 5.75- This stunning ring features four oval opal stones (7 mm x 5 mm each) and one round brilliant cut diamond set in classic 14K yel...
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20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Opal, Moonstone, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Sixties Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 14k, American. This chic sixties ring is all about the opal. Displaying green, blue, purple, and red in varying hues, this stone has excellent fire and sublime play of l...
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1960s American Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Large Australian Lightning Ridge Black Opal and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K White Gold Style: Opal and Diamond Ring Total Weight: 23.90 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemstone: Australian Lightning Ridge Black Opa...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
10 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7 #20562
Located in Washington Depot, CT
10 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7 This enchanting ring features a pear-shaped opal (10 mm x 6 mm) set in classic 10K yellow gold and is accented with one round singl...
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20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 6-6.25 #23953
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Opal and Diamond Ring Size 6-6.25 This elegant ring features a luminous oval opal (6 mm x 4 mm) at the center of a radiant starburst halo crafted in 14K yellow gold.
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20th Century Contemporary Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7.75 #20723
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7.75 JAGi Certified- This stunning 14K yellow gold ring features one marquise shaped white cabochon opal (15.1 mm x 7.1 mm) surrounde...
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20th Century Contemporary Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 5.5 #20515
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 5.5 This stunning 14K yellow gold cocktail ring feature a captivating opal gemstone (14 mm x 11 mm) as its centerpiece.
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20th Century Contemporary Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7 #22564
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7 This eye-catching vintage ring features four marquise cut opals (8 mm x 5 mm) and five round brilliant cut diamonds set in beautifu...
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20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ethiopian Opal And Diamond Ring
Located in Sausalito, CA
A striking statement ring showcasing a luminous Ethiopian opal set in sculptural 18K yellow gold and framed by a halo of brilliant diamonds.
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Late 20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
14 Karat White Gold Faceted Opal and Diamond Ring Size 6.5 #19823
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Faceted Opal and Diamond Ring Size 6.5 JAGi Certified- This elegant ring features one oval faceted opal* (12.2 m x 8.7 mm), two baguette diamonds and two round b...
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20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural 22.69 ct Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Natural 22.69 ct Opal & Diamond Ring in Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring features a Natural Oval-shaped White Opal weighing 22.69 carats with Play-of-Color of Oran...
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20th Century North American Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Lady's 6.95ct. Opal And Diamond Ring
Located in Sausalito, CA
Oval white opal approx. 6.95ct. with 26 round brilliant cut diamonds set around the opal. Diamond weight approximately 2.00cttw. Clarity grade is SI1 Color grade is H-I 18Kt yellow...
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Vintage Retro Era Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking Vintage Retro Era Australian Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring, featuring a captivating pear-cut Opal set in 14k White Gold, surrounded by 1.2 carats of single-cut white Diam...
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Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Bradenton, FL
Beautiful 14k yellow gold opal encircled with diamonds ring. 7.15 Grams TW.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring in 9 Carat Gold
Located in Worcester, GB
Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring in 9 Carat Gold, English, 20th Century A beautifully crafted vintage ring featuring a luminous oval opal, accented by six small diamonds in a scrolling...
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20th Century British Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Gold
Vintage White Gold 3.09ct Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The opal is surrounded by a halo of sparkling round diamonds, each set in sturdy prongs that enhance the ring’s elegant floral-inspired silhouette.
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20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, White Gold
Platinum 1.27ct Jelly Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in luxurious platinum and features a mesmerizing 1.27 carat jelly opal as its centerpiece, known for its translucent body and vivid internal play of color.
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Late 20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
1970s Platinum Large Fire Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Opal & Diamond Ring, large opal of rainbow fire, low dome cabochon, 48 round-cut diamonds as double halo, diamonds of H-I color VS-SI clarity, app 4.50 ct tw.
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20th Century Modern Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Vintage 18k gold opal and diamond ring, UK
Located in Chorzów, PL
Vintage ring crafted from 18-karat yellow gold (0.750 fineness) with opal and diamonds.
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Ruby, Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 8 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.1 grams Diamond Details: .10ct, Transitional Round, J color, I1 Clarit...
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1940s Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Semi Black Opal and Diamond Ring of 18k White Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This captivating 1990s statement ring celebrates the natural beauty of a semi-black opal, its play-of-color dancing in shades of vivid blues and greens.
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1990s Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s 14K Yellow Gold Large Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1950s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.25 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 6.4 grams Opal Details: 18.65 x 15.00mm, Natural Opal Side Stone D...
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1950s Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Vintage 2.02 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The opal cocktail ring is supplied with an independent diamond and gemstone grading report card.
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20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Oval Cabochon Opal and Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 Total Weight: 6.1 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemstone: Opal Gemstone Measurements: ~24.5 mm x 11.9 mm x ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.49 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 3.49 Carat Australian Black Opal and 1.23 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum.
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20th Century Japanese Modern Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2.17 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.17 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.61 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum.
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20th Century Japanese Modern Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
0.86 Carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 0.86 Carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal and 0.81 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
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20th Century Japanese Modern Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
11.69 Carat Natural Australian Boulder Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 11.96 Carat, Natural, Australian Boulder Opal and 0.46 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
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20th Century Japanese Modern Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
circa 1980s Georgian Style Heart Opal and Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Addison, TX
Circa: Circa 1980s Metal Type: 14 karat yellow gold Size: US 8.5 Weight: 5.7g Diamond Details: Cut: Round Carat: 1.0 carat total weight Color: G-H Clarity: VS-SI Opal Details: Cu...
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1980s Unknown Renaissance Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 8 Carat Vibrant Orange Pear Fire Opal and Diamond Ring Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant and Finely detailed Vibrant Orange Pear Mexican Fire Opal and Diamond Vintage Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled and Hand set 8 Carat Vibrant Orange Pear Mexica...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal
Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow & White Gold
Located in Berlin, BE
A captivating ring featuring a natural Ethiopian opal of approximately 4 carats, showing a vivid and lively play-of-color with no visible cracks.
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20th Century German Aesthetic Movement Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 18.70 ct Black Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Natural 18.70 carats Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum Large Opal and Diamond Ring features one Oval High Dome Cabochon Black Opal with Green, Orange, Yellow, and Blue Play-o...
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20th Century North American Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
GIA Natural Black Opal 5.40 ct and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Natural Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum Black Opal and Diamond Ring features a GIA certified Natural Black Opal with Freeform Cabochon shape weighing 5.40 carats with Bl...
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20th Century North American Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Freeform Black Opal Triangle and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K White Gold Style: Opal and Diamond Ring Total Weight: 16.10 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemstone: Black Opal Gemstone Measurements: 1...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Halo Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K White Gold Style: Opal and Diamond Ring Total Weight: 7.3 Grams Ring Size: and 8.25 (resizing available for a fee) Gemstone Specifications: C...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
10 Carat Opal and 2 Carat Diamond Halo Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Style: Opal and Diamond Ring Total Weight: 13.3 Grams Ring Size: 5.75 (resizable) Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemstone: Opal G...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Opal & Diamond Ring, 2.7g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies Ethiopian opal and diamond ring in 18k white gold setting.
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20th Century Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Vintage Opal And Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the vintage opal and diamond ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage opal and diamond ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and round cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage opal and diamond ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Vintage Opal And Diamond Ring?
The price for a vintage opal and diamond ring starts at $256 and tops out at $34,572 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,725.
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).
Finding the Right Rings for You
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
Questions About Vintage Opal and Diamond Ring
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Whether vintage diamond rings are worth more varies. Many factors influence the potential selling price of vintage and contemporary rings, including their maker, style and condition. The type of precious metal and the diamond's color, clarity, cut and carat weight will also impact the ring's price. Explore a wide variety of vintage diamond rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell if a vintage diamond ring is real, you can first research the maker using trusted online resources. Hallmarks found on the inside of the band can provide a starting point for identifying a maker. By reading about the maker, you can find out if they typically produced fine jewelry or costume jewelry. If the maker of your ring was a fine jewelry maker, your ring is more likely to contain a real diamond. Another option is to take your ring to a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler who can assist in identifying the stone. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage diamond rings.
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