Lauren Harper Boulder Opal Diamond Matte Gold Axis Earrings
By Lauren Harper
Located in Dallas, TX
One-of-a-Kind Axis Earrings handcrafted in matte-finished 18k yellow gold showcasing gorgeous boulder opal oval discs and accented with 1.42 total carats of white diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Boulder Opal Shell Pendant, with Amethyst and 14k Gold
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Australian Boulder Opal Shell Pendant Australian Opal, Amethyst & 14k Gold This very special opal hails from Queensland, Australia.
Amethyst, Opal, 14k Gold
Fine Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A superb boulder opal from Australia takes center stage in this fabulous pendant.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Matrix Boulder Opal Cuff Bracelet 22k 18k 14k Gold Sterling Silver
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
The boulder opal cuff bracelet is approximately 1" wide.
Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
5.02 Carats Australian Boulder Opals Diamond Gold Earrings
By H & H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
Handmade in 18kt yellow gold earrings, this set of earrings features 5.02ct of stunning Australian boulder opals. The mystical stones are embraced by .39ct of G/H SI2 diamond pave. 1...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boulder Opal Diamond Gold Flower-Bouquet Brooch-Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The central flower is made of a luscious Australian boulder opal with great play of color, showing strong flashes of greens and blue.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Boulder Opal Ring in 22 Karat Gold Bezel 18 Karat Gold Shank
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
The beauty of boulder opal is not only seen in its color, but also the variety of the type of pattern the opal has.
Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Boulder Opal Silver Necklace Galaxy Iridescent Natural Australian Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Scratched silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia gem size - 0.35 х 0.79 х 0.94 in / 9 х 20 х 24 mm gem weight - 33.5 carats pendant length - 1.42 in / ...
Opal, Silver
Boulder Opal & Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Boulder Opal & Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum Opal Pendant Necklace features a Large Boulder Opal set in 18k Yellow Gold with Round Brilliant Diamonds set ...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold Chalcedony Boulder Opal Amethyst Drop Dangle Earrings
By Joon Han
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind earrings of chalcedony, boulder opals, and Rose de France amethysts, handcrafted in 18 karat rose gold.
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Boulder Opal Gold Cuff Bracelet 22 Karat Gold 18 Karat Gold Textured
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
Boulder opal cuff bracelet in 22k gold and 18k gold.
Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 14k Gold
Boulder Opal Ivy Black Gold Ring Bright Blue Opalscent Gemstone Kingfisher Bird
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Select this boulder opal ring for a touch of exquisite style.
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Australian Boulder-Opal Diamond Sculpted-Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large cocktail ring that has been sculpted to create a unique naturalized shape. It mains a boulder opal from Australian weighing approximately 4 carats and shows flashes of green ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Antique Boulder Opal Ring of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This ring features a boulder opal set in an 18k gold mounting. It was created from an antique stickpin head and an antique band, dating to 1890.
Opal, 18k Gold
Lauren Harper Boulder Opal Diamond Gold Statement Cocktail Ring
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Vibrant Boulder Opal Doublets are surrounded by faceted white diamonds and set in 18kt Gold, making a truly distinct cocktail ring.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
7.72 Carat Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and beautiful Australian boulder opal is set in this stylish platinum ring.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Boulder Opal Ring Green Fire 22 Karat Gold 18 Karat Gold size 7.5
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
22k gold is wrapped around the boulder opal and the band is 18k gold. If you love boulder opal you will want to add this ring to your collection.
Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Platinum 5.12 Carat Boulder Opal Ring with Diamond Accents
Located in Cape May, NJ
Hallmarks: PT900 Composition: Platinum Primary Stone: Boulder Opal Stone Carat: Approximately 5.12 carats Accent Stone: Diamonds Color/Clarity: F/G Vs1/2 Total Diamond Weight:...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Natural Boulder Opal and Mixed Gem Ring in Platinum and 18k Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Natural Boulder Opal and Mixed Gem Ring in 18k Multitone Gold and Platinum Boulder Opal and Gemstone Ring features a center Boulder Opal with Brown background and flashes of Orangy ...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Boulder Opal Blue Topaz Gold Earrings by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Boulder Opal Doublets are at the center of these hand crafted 18kt Gold earrings by Lauren Harper.
Opal, Topaz, 18k Gold
Boulder Opal Silver Pendant Natural Australian Gemstone Unisex Mens Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.2 x 0.59 x 0.79 in / 5 х 15 х 20 mm opal weight - 12.40 carats pendant length - 1.3 in / 33 mm pen...
Opal, Silver
Boulder Opal Oval and White Diamond Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 5.50 ct. Boulder opal ovals with 0.03 ct. white diamond rounds.
White Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
3.65cts, 15x10mm Boulder Opal Pendant w Natural Diamond Accents in 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
3.64ct boulder opal pendant in solid 14k gold with bezel setting, accented by earth-mined diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
11.88 Carat Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive, beautiful Australian opal! Having all the same traits and beauty of black opal but at a fraction of the price, this 11.88 carat boulder opal is a gem.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Boulder Opal Ring Green Fire 22 Karat Gold 18 Karat Gold size 7.5
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
Boulder opal ring in 22k and 18k gold. The green color and flash in this boulder opal is stunning and the shape, so unique.
Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 14k Gold
Boulder Opal Silver Pendant Pale Natural Australian Gemstone Unisex Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Boulder Opal pendant in matte finish silver gemstone origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 x 0.55 x 0.98 in / 4 x 14 x 25 mm opal weight - 11.25 carats pendant length - 1.3 in...
Opal, Silver
Natural Boulder Opal Pendant Multi-Color Vein Vintage 14 Karat Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage pendant set with a natural boulder opal set in 14k white gold. The boulder opal measures 38mm x 14mm.
Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Boulder Opal and White Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 0.91 ct. Boulder opal oval with 0.52 ct. white diamond rounds.
White Diamond, Opal, White Gold
Boulder Opal Scratched Silver Ring Neon Dark Blue Stone Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Scratched gold plated silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.35 х 0.94 in / 9 х 24 mm stone weight - 5 carats ring weight - 10.14 grams r...
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Matrix Boulder Opal Necklace Andalusite Beaded 22 Karat Gold 18 Karat Gold
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
Matrix opals from Australia are like abstract paintings and the matrix boulder opal in this necklace is stunning.
Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Boulder Opal and Aquamarine Bezel Set Dangle Earrings in Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These one-of-a-kind boulder opal earrings have a truly organic feel and an air of worldly sophistication!
Aquamarine, Opal, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These captivating vintage drop earrings are crafted in 14k yellow gold and feature a pair of striking freeform boulder opals, celebrated for their mesmerizing play of color.
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stunning 15.25 Carat Australian Boulder Opal Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A very fine and impressive Australian boulder opal takes center stage. It weighs a massive 15.25 carats and has superb play-of-color.
Opal, Platinum
Boulder Opal Diamond Earrings 14 Karat Rose Gold Estate Fine Jewelry Freeform
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of boulder opal & diamond earrings crafted in 14k rose gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 10.74 Carat Boulder Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A fabulous vintage heirloom, this vivacious boulder opal pendant necklace is a statement of natural beauty.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian Tiffany & Co. Boulder Opal Five Stone Wedding Band
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian Tiffany and Co Boulder Opal Five Stone Wedding Band - Size 8. This incredible ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Australian Boulder Opal Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this ring features a mesmerizing boulder opal as its centerpiece. The opal's vibrant play of colors is beautifully complemented by the fluid, organic line...
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boulder Opal Ring 22 Karat Gold 18 Karat Gold Band Green Blue Fire
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
Boulder opal ring in 22k gold with a 18k gold shank.
Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
2.2ct Boulder Opal Pendant w Natural Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
This 2.2-carat boulder opal pendant is enhanced by four sparkling earth-mined diamond accents, all set in a stylish bezel setting.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boulder Opal Silver Pendant Blue Natural Australian Gemstone Valentines day gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia opal weight - 12.25 carat pendant weight - 4.25 grams pendant height - 45 mm/ 1.77 in opal measurements 0.24 x 0.39 x 1...
Opal, Silver
Lauren Harper Boulder Opal Disc Diamond Matte Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Lauren Harper
Located in Dallas, TX
Eternity Band handcrafted in matte-finished 18k yellow gold with oval boulder opal discs surrounded by two rows of round brilliant-cut white diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Boulder Opal Pave Diamond Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold Freeform Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish boulder opal & diamond cocktail ring crafted in 14 karat rose gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Carved Chrysocolla Pendant Boulder Opal Mexican Opal 22k 18k Fine Silver
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
A beautifully carved chrysocolla gem by Nick Alexander, a 2 time winner of the AGTA Spectrum Award, with a boulder opal that has every color and incredible fire.
Opal, Chrysocolla, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Silver
Boulder Opal with .06 Carat Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Boulder opal is a natural opal that is cut with it's ironstone matrix left intact on the back, giving it more depth and showing off the play of color of the opal to maximum advanta...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lauren Harper 1.36 Carats Diamonds Boulder Opals Gold Statement Earrings
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
These spectacular earrings were inspired by ocean waves, with 1.36 Carats of white Diamonds embellishing Lauren Harper's signature 18kt Matte Gold finish, with luminescent blue Bould...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
47.25 Carat Natural Deep Dark Red Boulder Opal Pendant from Australia
Located in Bozeman, MT
47.25 Carat Natural Deep Dark Red Boulder Opal from Australia Boulder Pendant Necklace with 18k Yellow Gold Snake Chain 18" necklace length.
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Plated Silver Pendant Natural Multicolor Pattern Stone
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold plated silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia weight of the pendant - 5.7 grams pendant height - 1.5 in / 38 mm opal measures - 0.2 x 0.47...
Opal, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver
Natural Boulder Opal and Indicolite Tourmaline Pendant in Yellow Gold, 63 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This impressive handmade pendant features 4 large, richly colored boulder opals and 4 smaller boulder opals arranged around a bright, 8.56 carat cushion-cut indicolite blue tourmalin...
Opal, Tourmaline, Indicolite, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Boulder Opal .52 Carat Diamond Gold Earrings by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
These brilliant blue Boulder Opals are surrounded by .53cts Diamonds and set in a 18kt Gold star formation.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Oval Cabochon Boulder Opal and Round Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
An oval cabochon boulder opal and round brilliant diamond 18 karat white gold ring.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s 4.06Ct Cabochon Cut Boulder Opal, Emerald and Sapphire Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage cabochon cut boulder opal pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Minimalist Australian Boulder Opal Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Australian Boulder Opal Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping!
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boulder Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18k and 14k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Boulder Opal & Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18k/14k Yellow Gold Opal Pendant Necklace features a Large Boulder Opal set in 18k Yellow Gold with Round Brilliant and Baguette Diamonds...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boulder Opal Bracelet in 22k and 18k Gold with Diamonds and Champagne Zircons
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
Classic and classy blue green boulder opal, cut in unique shapes, and fabricated into a weighty gold cuff of 22k and 18k gold.
Diamond, Opal, Zircon, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Boulder Opal Dangle Earrings w Diamond Accents in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
Make a bold statement with these breathtaking 20.88-carat Boulder Opal dangle earrings, adorned with earth-mined diamond accents in 14K solid rose gold.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Boulder Opal .32 Carat Diamond Gold Earrings by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Designed by award winning designer, Lauren Harper, these blue Boulder Opals have flashes of green in them that are truly unique.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
Boulder Opal Ring Vintage 18 Karat Gold Artisan Square Jewelry Fine Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Boulder opal is inlaid flush into the mount measuring 17mm x 12.5mm.
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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).