Australian Crystal Opal Emerald Diamond Ribbon Brooch Clip Pin
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful custom made platinum brooch. Featuring a 22c Crystal Opal in an emerald and diamond
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Platinum
Platinum Australian Black Boulder Opal and Diamond Pin Pendant Flowers
Located in Big Bend, WI
Incredible platinum pin/pendant featuring a large Australian black boulder opal. The opal has blue
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
$558Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.62 in W 1.5 in
Vintage Victorian Revival Yellow Gold Australian Opal Bead Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s):-- (9) Natural Genuine Opals - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Color w/ Very Nice
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Australian Black Opal Triplet Dia Vintage Halo Brooch 14k .45ctw Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Australian Black
Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Round 10k Gold Pin With Australian Fire Opal Accent circa Mid-Century
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Round 10k Gold Pin with Australian Fire Opal Accent from the Mid-Century era is a stunning example
Unavailable
W 0.5 in D 0.3 in L 1.69 in
Vintage 14ct Gold Opal Boomerang Brooch Pin c1970s 585 Purity Heavy Australian
Located in Camelford, GB
: Aborigine inspired classic brooch / pin in the style of a gem set boomerang. Gemstone: Oval blue opal
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Susan Lister Locke Australian Opal Pendant/Pin set in 18 Karat Gold
By Susan Lister Locke
Located in Nantucket, MA
This rare and alluring Australian Opal may be worn on a lapel or displayed as a pendant. The
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 9 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Modernist Freeform Brooch Pin
Located in Sydney, NSW
A vintage 9k yellow gold abstract Andamooka crystal opal brooch - a freeform Andamooka crystal opal
Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond and Ruby Eyes Bee Pin
Located in Stamford, CT
One of the finest bee pins we have seen in years. Natural Australian black Opal and full cut
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Retro Era 18KT Yellow Gold Rare Australian Opal And Diamond Leaf Pin
Located in New York, NY
Estate Retro era 18KT Yellow Gold Rare Australian Opal And Diamond Leaf Pin, a magnificent blend of
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
107 Carat Oval Australian Opal, Diamond and Emerald Pendant /Pin/Broach 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
107 Carat Oval Australian Opal, Diamond & Emerald Pendant /Pin /Broach 18 Karat Gold Estate yellow
Diamond, Opal, Emerald, 18k Gold
107 Carat Oval Australian Opal, Diamond and Emerald Pendant /Pin/Broach 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
magnificent 107 Carat Oval Australian Opal as its centerpiece. Surrounding the opal are approximately 3.6
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
Hardy Brothers Art Nouveau Opal Diamond Crescent Pin
By Hardy Brothers
Located in Narberth, PA
A breathtaking opal and diamond crescent pin from the Art Nouveau (ca1900) era! Made of 14kt yellow
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Sold
H 0.31 in D 0.12 in L 17 in
Rainbow Fire Boulder Opal White Diamond Gold Drop Necklace, Pamela Froman 2022
By Pamela Froman
Located in Dallas, TX
-finished, hand-hammered 18k yellow gold featuring a breathtaking 3.46 carat Australian boulder opal with
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Black Opal, Ruby and Diamond Swan Pin/Pendant
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Australian Black Opal weighing 17.85cts; the neck, head and tail are decorated with pavé-set diamonds
Opal, Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Victorian Opal Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Beautiful Victorian Australian Opal stick pin conversion ring on a later 18 Carat Gold shank
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Victorian Opal Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Beautiful Victorian Fine quality Australian Opal stick pin conversion ring. The Opal in a crown
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Australian Opal & Diamond Pendant
Located in San Francisco, CA
If you're looking for an Australian opal with phenomenal play of color, then look no further. This absolutely stunning piece features a natural wavy Australian boulder opal that disp...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Stamford, CT
The Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Wristwatch is an exquisite blend of timeless elegance and modern artistry. This luxurious timepiece sparkles with an array o...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond "Dragon" Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Diamond Dragon Cufflinks With Emerald Eye. The cufflinks are set with 124 round brilliant cut diamonds of different sizes and 2 emeralds set as eyes of the dragons. The drago...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$24,000Sale Price|60% Off
NWT 60, 000 18KT Magnificent Multi Rainbow 45CT Heart Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important Gorgeous 18KT White Gold Exquisite Glittering Fancy Colored Heart Sapphire Diamond Necklace!!!! Necklace features Outstanding ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gol...
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified Natural Pink Heart Stud Diamond Earrings
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry located on New York's iconic Fifth avenue, The focal point of these magnificent earrings feature 2 heart shape natural Fancy light Pink diamo...
Pink Diamond
18kt white gold 11.46c Colombian Emerald Minor, 3.68c Diam, Ring Gubelin Cer
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning impressive ring set with a big Colombian emerald and diamonds. Colombian Emerald Minor 11.46 ct Gubelin certified,Minor Pear Shaped diamonds 2,7 Ct Brilliant cut diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,762 / item
Black Opal Vitage Style Ring in 14 Karat Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal vitage style ring in 14 karat gold. Ethiopian opal cabochon ring. October Birthstone opal ring. Multicolor opal ring. Material: 14 karat gold Weight: 2.6 - 3 g. (depends...
Black Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
11 Ct Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An 11.51 ct old mine cut Ceylon sapphire of a vivid blue color is set in a modern platinum and diamond ring. The diamonds are bright white and clean: F-G color, VS clarity. Total dia...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1920s Natural No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Platinum Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Feel like a Queen! This one-of-a-kind stunning Sapphire and Diamond bracelet was inspired by an Unbridled Imagination of the Jewels of the Nile and crafted in Luxurious Platinum. ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
30 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your elegance with our exquisite 19-inch Graduated Tennis Necklace, meticulously crafted in platinum and adorned with captivating emerald-cut diamonds. Each diamond is exper...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
7.06 Carat Blue Sapphire and 3.32 Carat Diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dallas, TX
This Van Cleef & Arpels high jewelry Cosmos wristwatch is like having a flower filled, secret garden on your wrist! The legendary history of fine jewelry and watch maison Van Clee...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Rose-cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The pierced 18kt yellow gold mounting set to the center with a large antique rose-cut diamond, a "full Holland rose cut" diamond weighing app. 5.50 carats further enhanced by additio...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$336,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2 Carat Fancy Light Pink Pear Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
From Antinori di Sanpietro ROMA, this 2-carat fancy light pink pear shape Diamond GIA certified (see certificate picture for detailed stone's information). Along the shank 0.80ct he...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Magnificent Sapphire and Diamond Gold Drop Statement Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Mid Century Modern Magnificent Pair Sapphire and Diamond Gold Drop Earrings. Each centering a securely nestled Hand set 28 Carat Blue Sapphire. Appr...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Arts & Crafts Walton & Co. 14K Green Gold Dove Brooch with Australian Black Opal
Located in Lexington, KY
This is an exceptional Walton & Co. brooch from the Arts & Crafts era that is made in a rare 14k green gold with an incredible Australian black opal in the center. The brooch...
Opal, Gold, 14k 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).
Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like Gucci, Versace, Dior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step.
Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.
At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.
Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.
Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
The care that went into crafting this jewel, with its lifelike carved petals and diamond accents, matches the sentiment it represents.
For starters, it is one of the jewelry designer’s most celebrated works.
Though it sparkles with more than 27 carats of diamonds, this multifaceted gem delivers more than just dazzle.
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