Black Australian Opal Silver Ring Rd Blue Green Opal Solitare Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
The Australian Black Opal Silver Ring is an exquisite piece of jewelry that beautifully showcases
Opal, Black Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Black Australian Opal Silver Ring 1.01ct Engagement Natural Opal certificate
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural (very beautiful) Black Opal, tone N1, on scale of brightness - vivid Opal
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
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
$11,666Sale Price|50% Off
Black Opal 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Black Opal 18K gold ring, can be a perfect engagement ring weight of the ring - 7.4 gr size of the
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black opal solitaire ring, circa 1930.
Located in London, GB
Black opal solitaire ring. Set with an oval cabochon natural black opal in an open back claw
Black Opal, Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A perfect cocktail ring for day and night featuring a gem 4.83 carat black opal. The Australian
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fine natural black opal from Australia takes center stage. It weighs 1.84 carats and has great
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sleek and elegant platinum ring featuring a 1.55 carat natural Australian black opal. It has
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fine and precious natural black opal from Australia. It weighs a respectable 1.14 carats and has
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Black Opal Silver Ring Natural Inky Opal Blue Gemstone Christmas gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural Black Opal gemstone origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.079 x 0.16 x
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
Opal & Black Enamel Vintage Ring
Located in Webster, NY
Opal & Black enamel ring made in 14k yellow gold. Gemstone: Opal Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Stamped
Opal, 14k Gold, Enamel
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
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
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
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Platinum
$5,923Sale Price|50% Off
Lagre Blue Black Opal Silver Ring 10 carat gift natural opal wedding mens ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Statement silver ring with natural Black Opal with deep blue opalescence size of the ring - 8 1/4
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
5 Carat Black Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rendered in 18k yellow gold with a platinum top, this is an unusual and beautiful ring with enough
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Gem Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
and yellows. Set in platinum heightening the elegance of the oval shaped black opal gem. Ring
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$3,589 / item
Black Opal, Sapphires, Peridots 14k Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal, sapphires, peridots, topazs 14k gold ring. Genuine opal ring. Opal 14k gold cocktail
Opal, Peridot, Sapphire, Black Opal, Topaz, 14k Gold
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive platinum cocktail ring featuring a natural Australian black opal! The opal
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
6.50ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Ring - Magnificent!
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply extraordinary 6.50vt Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum ring, approx 20-30 years
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Fine Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
opal and add brilliance to the ring. Hand-fabricated in opal, a true fine gem black opal worthy of any
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$2,980Sale Price|20% Off
Striking Black Opal & Diamond Ballerina Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Striking Black Opal & Diamond Ballerina Ring in Platinum Crafted in platinum, this ring
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive cocktail ring featuring a fine and gemmy Australian black opal! The opal
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
21st Century Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A mesmerizing GIA-certified black opal cocktail ring featuring a vibrant double cabochon displaying
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive natural black opal from Australia! It weighs 6.90 carats and has great play
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptional natural Australian black opal weighing 1.99 carats takes center stage! It has
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$14,359Sale Price|50% Off
Australian Black Opal 18K Yellow Gold Ring Ink Blue opal jewelry gift
Located in Berlin, DE
A sculptural 18K yellow gold ring centered with a remarkable natural Australian Ink Opal
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$664Sale Price / item|50% Off
14k gold ring with black opal cabochon
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with black opal cabochon. Multicolor opal ring. Pearl and opal ring. October
Opal, Topaz, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Gem Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-color of this Australian black opal is one of the finest. Bright gemmy flashes of reds, blues, and
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
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
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
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
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Opal Gold Ring Neon Blue Australian Engagement ring
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with natural Black Opal opal origin - Australia opal weight - 5.93 carats
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Opal Gold Ring Neon Blue Australian Engagement ring
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with natural Black Opal opal origin - Australia opal weight - 5.93 carats
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,164Sale Price|50% 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
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
$3,888Sale Price|50% Off
Big Black Opal Silver Ring Unusual Pattern Australian gift Opal wedding 9.5 US
Located in Berlin, DE
This beautiful and bold ring features a natural Australian black opal with an intriguing pattern
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
Black Opal Diamond Ring. PT900 Platinum Opal Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring Band.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning Australian Black Opal Oval Cabochon Halo design ring with Diamond accents. Ballerina
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Black Opal Diamond Ring. PT850 Platinum Opal Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring Band.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning Australian Black Opal Oval Cabochon Halo design ring with Diamond accents. Ballerina
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Black Opal Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in New York City, NY
Chic black opal, diamond and 18K white gold dome ring. It features a large oval shaped approx. 4.50
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
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
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
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
3.67 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A superb true gem quality Australian black opal takes center stage. The gem opal weighs 3.67 carats
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
A Magnificent 11.71ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply stunning 11.71ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum ring, approx 20-30 years old
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sleek and stylish ring featuring a 1.30 carat black opal from Australia, Lighting Ridge area. It
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
6.31tcw 18K Natural Black Opal & Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a ravishing, Australian black opal and diamond right hand ring. This piece is as chic
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal
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
Black Opal Diamond Ring, 18k White Gold, Blue Green Opal w Diamond Halo Ring
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
These stunning black opals surrounded by polished 18k white gold and dripping with gorgeous
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
9.30 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful gem Australian opal takes center stage of this well-made platinum ring. It weighs an
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$11,006Sale Price|50% Off
Black Australian Opal Ivy Ring Patinated black silver anniversary gift special
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing the mesmerizing Magic Natural Black Opal Ivy ring, a true symbol of opulence and
Opal, Black Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful black opal from Australia takes center stage! It weighs 1.94 carats and has excellent
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
RARE Fire Opal Diamond ring 18KT Black gold diamond ring CERTIFIED opal Handmade
Located in Boca Raton, FL
ring is of fine quality made from scratch from a piece of gold, did you notice the gold is black? How
Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Black Opal and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Black opal and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with an oval cabochon natural black opal in an
Black Opal, Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Estate Platinum Black Opal Diamond Ballerina Setting Ring ~9.13ctw
Located in Fairfield, CT
Estate Platinum Black Opal Diamond Ballerina Setting Ring ~9.13ctw This exceptional ring centers
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Platinum
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
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Black Australian Opal Ivy Ring Patinated black silver anniversary gift special
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing the mesmerizing Magic Natural Black Opal Ivy ring, a true symbol of opulence and
Opal, Black Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fine and natural opal from Australia. It weighs 5.91 carats and has excellent play of color. As
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Large Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive black opal from Australia! It weighs 17.39 carats and has great play-of
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
14K Gold Australian Black Opal Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Suwanee, GA
14K Gold Australian Black Opal Diamond Engagement Ring. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Black Sea Cabochon Opal Cocktail Ring
Located in Portland, OR
This stunning statement ring showcases a cabochon opal set beneath onyx, accented with Mother of
Opal, 18k Gold, Vermeil
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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