$1,846Sale Price|20% Off
Ethereal Prism - Halo Diamond Black Opal Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Ethereal Prism - Halo Diamond Australian Black Opal Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Design name
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Halo Diamond Platinum 4.39 Carat Australian Black Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Australian Black Opal 4.39 Carats. 24 Round Diamonds F-G Color SI1 Clarity 0.52 Carats. Featuring an
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Halo Diamond Oval Black Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
!!!! Handmade Platinum and Diamond Engagement Ring Featuring a Halo Australian Oval Shaped 1.29 Carat Black Opal
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Platinum GIA Certified 6.78 Carat Lightning Ridge Black Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired Lightning Ridge Australian Black Opal Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring Handmade in 90% Platinum
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Art Deco Style Platinum Diamond 3.73 Carat Australian Black Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Engagement Ring Handmade in 90% Platinum. The Opal is truly out of this world, with amazing and vibrant reds
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Double Halo Diamond 2.65 Carat Oval Australian Black Opal Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Australian Black Opal Engagement Ring. The center stone is an amazing elongated oval shaped Australian Black
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 2.02 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, high colour graded diamonds display a fine white colour and brilliance. This black opal engagement
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Black Opal Engagement Platinum Ring Baguette Cut Accents ~1.64ct Opal
By Mikimoto
Located in Fairfield, CT
Mikimoto Black Opal Engagement Platinum Ring Baguette Cut Accents ~1.64ct Opal This ring features
Black Opal, Diamond, Opal, Platinum
$3,373Sale Price|37% Off
Black Opal Gold Diamond Ring Australian Gemstone Engagement ring
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold ring with Black opal and diamonds opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.079 х
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
$2,891Sale Price|20% Off
Black Opal Gold Ring Flickering Stone Engagement ring Minimalism
Located in Berlin, DE
Black Opal gold ring 18K yellow gold opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.08 х 0.2 х
Black Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$3,373Sale Price|60% Off
Black Opal Gold Diamond Ring Australian Gemstone Engagement Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold ring with Black opal and diamonds opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.079 х
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
N1 Black Opal Surrounded by Crystal Opals Diamonds 18k Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Suwanee, GA
N1 Black Opal Surrounded by Crystal Opals Diamonds 18k Gold Engagement Ring. Free Domestic USPS
Black Opal, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$7,228Sale Price|60% Off
Black Opal Gold Ring Unises Stardust Pattern Engagement Style
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold ring with natural Black Opal black opal - Australia opal measurements - 0.2 х 0.59
Black Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Colorful Black Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Colorful Black Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,500 / item
Black Opal 14k Gold Ring, Multicolor Opal Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
, multicolor gem ring, opal engagement ring, black opal ring, danity opal ring, wedding opal ring
Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold
$4,770Sale Price|34% Off
Black Opal Gold Ring Natural Australian gemstone Engagement ring Partner special
Located in Berlin, DE
Black Opal gold ring in 18K yellow gold opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.08 х 0.2 х
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,336Sale Price|60% Off
Dark Opal White Gold Engagement Ring Australian Opal
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K white gold ring with natural Dark Opal with bright opalescence opal origin - Australia opal
Black Opal, Opal, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Bright Green Black Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Bright Green Classic Three Stones Australian Black Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Inspired Black Opal Engagement Wedding Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Vintage Inspired Australian Black Opal Engagement Wedding Ring 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,336Sale Price|60% Off
Black Opal Gold Ring 18K Natural Australian stone Engagement ring lotr style
Located in Berlin, DE
Black opal 18K gold ring opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.12 х 0.31 х 0.43 in / 3 х
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,336Sale Price|60% Off
Black Opal Gold Ring Engagement gift Partner ring special person art Minimalism
Located in Berlin, DE
Black Opal gold ring 18K yellow gold opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.08 х 0.2 х
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,180Sale Price|20% Off
Stylish Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Stylish Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. It is a top-quality
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$2,182Sale Price|20% Off
Fireworks - Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
the stunning brilliance of a 0.29 ct Lightning Ridge black opal surrounded by 0.2 carats of diamonds
Tsavorite, Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$1,558Sale Price|20% Off
Black Opal and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Black Opal and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold Australian Opal Wedding Band. Free
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2.72ct Stunning Australian Black Opal with Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 2.72ct Stunning Australian Black Opal with Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum V1166 ♥ This is
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$10,670Sale Price|20% Off
Australian Black Opal Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Certificated 2.26ct Play of Color Australian Black Opal Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
$7,469Sale Price|48% Off
Black Opal Diamonds Gold Silver Ring Antique Style Unisex Engagement
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
the mysterious depth of the central gem: a natural black opal from Australia, 0.88 carats, full of
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gol...
Minimalist Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring in 14k Yellow Gold. Free
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring in 14k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
$1,310Sale Price|20% Off
Hammered Finish 18K Yellow Gold Black Opal and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Suwanee, GA
Hammered Finish 18K Yellow Gold Australian Black Opal and Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring. Free
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,305Sale Price|20% Off
Adorable Australian Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Adorable Australian Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
La Eternidad - N1 Australian Black Opal Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring 18K
Located in Suwanee, GA
La Eternidad - N1 Australian Black Opal Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold Design
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Stylish Australian Black Opal & Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Stylish Australian Black Opal & Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Beautiful Australian Black Opal & Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Beautiful Australian Black Opal & Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Halo Diamond Australian Semi-Black Opal Tsavorite Engagement Ring 18K Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Halo Diamond Australian Semi-Black Opal Tsavorite Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Black Opal Split Shank Engagement Ring with Pave Setting 18K Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Black Opal Split Shank Engagement Ring with Pave Setting 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart Shaped Australian Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Heart Shaped Australian Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,577Sale Price|60% Off
Black Opal White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Natural Electric neon Blue Gem
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold ring with Black Opal and Diamond opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.079 х 0.2
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$2,182Sale Price|20% Off
N1 Australian Black Opal Princess Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
N1 Australian Black Opal Princess Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,430Sale Price|20% Off
The One - Black Opal, Baguette Diamond, Tsavorite Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gol
Located in Suwanee, GA
supreme hand-picked black opal surrounded by 6 sparkles baguette-cut diamond and Tsavorite. The 16 French
Black Opal, Tsavorite, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
$1,500 / item
Black opal stackable 14k gold ring.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal stackable 14k gold ring. Solitaire genuine opal gold ring. Delicate opal oval cabochone
Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold
$1,848Sale Price|20% Off
The Modern Classic - Black Opal Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
The Modern Classic - Australian Black Opal Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Design
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$1,934Sale Price|20% Off
The Precious - Halo Diamond Black Opal Ruby Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
black opal at its center, full of fiery rainbow flashes. Encircling the opal are 11 vivid rubies (0.11
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Estate Platinum Black Opal Diamond Ring ~2.7ctw Natural Opal
Located in Fairfield, CT
Estate Platinum Black Opal Diamond Ring ~2.7ctw Natural Opal This platinum ring centers on a
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Black Opal and Diamonds Ring in 14k Gold. Gold Ring with Opal
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal and diamonds ring in 14k gold. Genuine opal ring. Gold ring with opal Metal: 14k solid
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold
$9,155Sale Price|60% Off
Dark Opal Pink Sapphires gold ring Engagement Azalea Flower
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary custom made engagement ring/promise ring features a unique interplay of naturally
Black Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Opal, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
4.60 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
spark conversation wherever you go. At its heart lies a captivating 4.60 CT Australian Black Opal. Its
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Platinum GIA Certified 7.46 Carat Oval Lightning Ridge Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired Lightning Ridge Australian Gray Opal Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring Handmade in 90% Platinum
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage 18k Gold Ring with Black Opal & Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
This gorgeous contemporary ring showcases the mesmerizing beauty of natural black opal
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.75 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking ring featuring a 1.75-carat oval black opal. The opal displays a vibrant rainbow of
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Platinum
Black Opal with Diamond Ring set in Platinum 900 Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Black Opal 2.72 carats with Diamond 0.97 carat Ring set in Platinum 900 Setting Width: 1.4 cm
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage 14K White Gold Diamond Black Opal Cabochon Ring
Located in Flushing, NY
14K White Gold Diamond Black Opal Cabochon Ring Approximate Dimensions: 5.25 (Ring Size) 21.65 mm
White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century Platinum Black Opal and Diamond Ballerina Style Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cabochon black opal, measuring 12.30 x 8.81 x 4.10 mm. The opal's vibrant play-of-color is beautifully
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Platinum
The Precious - Sugarloaf Cut Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
The Precious - Deep Red Sugar-Loaf Cut Mexican Fire Opal & Australian Opal Diamond Engagement
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Pear Shaped Black Opal Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Pear Shaped Black Opal Diamond Ring 14K Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 1920s Platinum Black Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
. Opal Details: Black Opal, Natural, 11.5mm x 8.5mm, Natural. Band Width: 1.6mm Condition: Excellent
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
$530Sale Price / item|44% Off
Oval Bezel Black Opal Ring for Men silver, gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Signet Ring with Black Opal Cabochon for Men silver, gold. Oval Solitaire Ring. Minimalist Luxury
Black Opal, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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).
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.
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