Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Black Onyx & Diamonds Art Deco Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Opal & Black Onyx Dome Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold
Diamond Platinum 3.12 Carat Oval Australian Black Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Free Sizing. Platinum Australian Black Opal and Diamond Engagement Ring. Stunning platinum ring featuring a 3.12 carat natural Australian black opal with vivid electric blue and gr...
Set in 18K white Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Black Onyx & Diamonds Dome Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Opal & Black Onyx Dome Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Navy Blue Australian Opal ring silver Statement gift for friend anniversary
Located in Berlin, DE
Big silver ring with natural Black Opal weight of the Opal - 21.10 carat size of the ring - 9 US, diameter 19 mm, N 20, 60 circumference ring weight - 15 grams stone measurements - ...
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
Opal Ring Gold Engagement Jewelry Australian Valentine's Day Gift
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Yellow 14K gold ring with natural Black Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.079 х 0.43 х 0.55 in / 2 х 11 х 14 mm opal weight - 2.32 carats ring size - 7 US (this r...
Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
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 beautiful gemstones. An Australian Opal is securely prong set sideways in the cent...
Opal, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
10Ct Oval Shape Black Australian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Kt Yellow Gold, SIZE 6.5
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 10 Ct Oval Shape Black Australian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Kt Yellow Gold, SIZE 6.5 Introducing our captivating 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring featuring a breathtaking...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 3.47ctw Black Blue & Green Play Opal w/ Trillion Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Base Color w/ Blue & Green Play of Colors - 12.2x9.3mm - 3.22ct (exact - stamped) (2) Natural Genui...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Important 7.50 Carat Lightning Ridge Opal Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
For she who wishes to possess only the finest examples, we offer this magnificent opal and diamond ring. Opals from the lightening ridge mine are known for their exceptional properti...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold GIA Black Opal Blue Green Play of Colors Pear Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Base / Nice Blue & Light Green Play of Colors - 3.36ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Belo...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,062Sale Price / item|40% Off
14kt solid gold ring with opal cabochon.
Located in Istanbul, TR
14kt solid gold ring with opal cabochon. Black Opal statement ring.
Opal, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
2.70 Carat Black Opal Freeform Shape Bezel Set 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
No two black opals will ever display the same pattern, color distribution, or silhouette — this ring is, by definition, unique in the world.
Diamond, Black Star, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rare 3.02ct Australian Matrix Boulder Opal 18k Yellow Gold Cushion Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
This boulder matrix opal has a black body colour typical of fine opals from Winton, Queensland.
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$230Sale Price|30% Off
Natural White Opal Round Cabochon Ring in 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Ethiopian White Opal Ring in 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Round Genuine Opal Gemstone Ring with flashes of Lavender Blue Tones for Engagement, Anniversary, Cocktail & Fi...
Opal, Black Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Platinum GIA Certified 7.46 Carat Oval Lightning Ridge Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ring is a one of a kind due and specially made and cannot be duplicated due to how scarce the mines for black opals are getting.
Diamond, Opal, Black 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. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are kn...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Tanzanite, Diamond & Opal Ring Size 6.5 #19821
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Tanzanite, Diamond and Opal Ring Size 6.5 JAGi Certified- This stunning ring features one triangle shaped cut tanzanite (5.5 mm x 5.5 mm), five round brilliant ...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Free Form Boulder Opal Framed In Diamonds Dainty Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Free Form Cut - Prong Set - Black Base / Nice Play of Colors - 10.9x8.6mm (approx.)
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White and Yellow Gold 2.0ct Diamond and Opal Cocktail Ring MF47-021926
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
At its center rests a 9ct oval black opal, its dark ground ignited by flashes of green, blue, and ember.
Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
B & H 2000's Opal Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Contemporary Foliate Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped opal cabochon measuring 7.0 x 9.0 mm - black in body color with spectral play-of-color Bezel set with a halo surround of bead set round brilliant cut diamond...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Australian Opal Diamond Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Australian Opal ring is all custom made by hand and features a stunning cabochon cut Natural beautiful color Opal total weight o...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citr...
14k White Gold Black Onyx Diamond Halo Ring, 5.69cts
Located in jaipur, IN
GW= 11.400gm NW= 8.45gm DIAMOND= 1.52cts BLACK ONEX= 5.69cts OPAL= 7.54cts FOLLOW US ON INSTA (divinejewellerylounge)
Diamond, Opal, Onyx, 14k Gold
Floating Black Opla Star Ruby Open Shank Toi et Moi Ring Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Supreme open ring mismatched pair of Star Ruby and Australian Black Opal oval, mounted in this exclusive yellow-gold ring.
Ruby, Star Ruby, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Snake Design Black Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Viper Ring
Located in Suwanee, GA
Every piece of opal is unique in its own ways and patterns. We only use high-quality Natural Opals (NO synthetics or imitations) for our jewelry. ---------------------------------...
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Stephen Webster Cocktail Ring Butterfly Crystal Haze Blue Opalescent
By Stephan Webster
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This Crystal Haze Small Cocktail Ring by English jewellery designer Stephen Webster contains his famous Black Opalescent Crystal Haze (6pcs, 5.94cts) and Black Diamond Pavé (24pcs, 0...
Crystal, Black Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,180Sale Price / item|62% Off
Snake design 14k gold engagement ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Snake design 14k gold engagement ring. Pear black opal gold ring. Open ended, adjustable opal ring.
Topaz, Opal, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Unique White Gold Ring with Diamond and Brown Topaz
Located in Berlin, BE
Introducing the Unique White Gold Ring with Brown Topaz and Brilliants - a true masterpiece of elegance, luxury, and sophistication. This stunning ring features a large emerald cut b...
White Diamond, Black Opal, Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
14 Karat White Gold Prasiolite and Diamond Ring Size 6 #14603
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Prasiolite and Diamond Ring Size 6 JAGi Certified- This sparkling ring features one marquise cut prasiolite and 131 black and white diamonds set in clas...
Opal, Black Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$6,090Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum Rutilated Quartz White Diamond Yellow + White Gold Ring, Pamela Froman
By Pamela Froman
Located in Dallas, TX
From her current studio in Los Angeles, Pamela continues to evolve her line while keeping true to the handmade, exceptional quality that has defined her image. Semi Black Australian ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Other, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
$4,950
Platinum Black Opal Ring
Located in Sarasota, FL
Indulge in the luxurious beauty of our Platinum Black Opal Ring. This exquisite piece features a mesmerizing black opal, radiating with captivating hues, set in a sleek platinum band.
Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
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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