Boulder Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Boulder Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Boulder Opal 18K Gold Silver Ring Natural Blue opal gemstone gift for wife
Located in Berlin, DE
Matte finish silver 18K gold plated ring with fine quality blue Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia ring weight - 4.61 grams ring size - 8 1/2 US gemstone size - 0.12 х 0.16 x ...
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, 18k Gold
Australian Boulder Opal with Diamonds Designer Ring 18K Gold Platinum V1107
Located in Osprey, FL
This stunning Australian Boulder Opal Ring is made from 18K Gold and Platinum and is a statement-making piece of jewelry.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Steven Battelle 4.3 Carats Australian Boulder Opal 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An variegated green and blue 7 x 21 mm irregular shaped boulder opal from the Quilpie fields in Queensland, Australia is set in an double row "large/small" twist wire 18K bezel in th...
Opal, 18k Gold
Peter Suchy Oval Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Boulder opal is translucent to opaque opal with play-of-color within a host rock.
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Steven Battelle 2.7 Carats Australian Boulder Opal 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A fiery, green flashing irregular cut 6 x 16 mm Australian boulder opal from the opal fields near Quilpie, Queensland is set into an artisan crafted matte-finish 18K gold bezel surro...
Opal, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Pendulum Boulder Opal Diamond Bezel Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Pendulum Shape - Bezel Set - Black w/ Play of Colors- 14x9.3mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set -...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Steven Battelle 27.3 Carats Koroit Boulder Opal 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A nice 18 x 29 mm oval harlequin Koroit boulder opal with nearly every rainbow color displayed is highlighted in a double line texture handmade 18K gold setting with similar wide bai...
Opal, 18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Inlaid Reflective Boulder Opal with Diamond Channel Accent
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Palm Desert, CA
These exquisite earrings have a curved elongated oval shape with inlayed black boulder opal along the front. Splitting the opal in half is a channel of six brilliant-cut 1.40mm diamo...
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Big Boulder Opal Silver Pendant gift for friend father birthday natural gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia gem size - 9 х 36 mm gem weight - 13.4 carats pendant length - 47 mm pendant weight - 6.4 grams ref No 2474 Al...
Opal, Silver
Steven Battelle 10.9 Carats Australian Boulder Opal 18K Gołd Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A deep blue 13 x 25 mm triangular cabochon of Australian Quilpie boulder opal is mounted in an artisan crafted "double line texture" 18K gold setting with similar textured bail abov...
Opal, 18k Gold
Boulder Opal Link Bracelet Meteorite 22k 18k Gold "Messages from the Gods"
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
Aptly named "Messages from the Gods", this exquisite link bracelet marries celestial and earthly beauty, featuring raw meteorite fragments set alongside freeform boulder opals in a h...
Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
18k Yellow Gold Elongated Freeform Bezel Boulder Opal Solitaire Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Elongated Freeform Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Violet Gray Play of Colors - 11.6x5.7mm (approx.)
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Bezel Freeform Bezel Gray Boulder Opal Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Freeform Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Gray w/ Orange & Green Play of Colors - 10.7x9.5mm (approx.)
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Pear Boulder Opal Bezel Set Solitaire Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Pear Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set -White w/ Blue Green & Orange Play of Colors - 14.1x8.2mm (approx.)
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Teardrop Cabochon Bezel Boulder Opal Solitaire Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Teardrop Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Violet w/ Green Play of Colors - 13.2x7.6mm (approx.)
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
The Rectangle - Deep Blue Australian Boulder Opal Engagement Ring 14K
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
The Rectangle - Deep Blue Australian Boulder Opal Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping!
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1ct Boulder Opal Ring w Diamond Accents in 14K Gold Fancy Shape 9x7mm
Located in Columbus, OH
With its elegant blend of Boulder Opal and diamonds, the ring is perfect for those who seek a one-of-a-kind statement piece.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Australian Boulder Opal Sapphire Ruby Tsavorite Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The piece measures 1.50 × 2.25 inches and weighs 20.8 grams. Ready to wear. Boulder opal forms only in Queensland, Australia, as thin veins of precious opal locked inside ironstone b...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Elongated Teardrop Bezel Set Boulder Opal Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Elongated Teardrop Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Black w/ Light Violet & Orange Play of Colors- 18.3x7mm (approx.)
Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handmade 18k Yellow Gold Elongated Oval Boulder Opal Bezel Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Elongated Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Black w/ Orange & Green Play of Colors w/ Unique Milky Natural Line- 18.5x6.1mm (approx.)
Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 2.45ct Australian Black Boulder Opal 9k Yellow Gold Oval Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Australian Black Boulder Opal 9k Yellow Gold Signet Ring. A stunning 2.45 carat natural black boulder opal with a beautiful blue, purple and green play of colour and an exce...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
New 14k Yellow Gold 16.22ct Boulder Opal Solitaire Pendant Adjustable Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Custom Cut - Bezel Frame w/ Prong Set - Very Nice Blue & Green Color Play - 22.7x16.8mm (approx.) - 16.22ct (exact) Material: Solid...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
The Egret - Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Sapphire Pendant & Brooch 18k White
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
The Egret - Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Sapphire Pendant & Brooch 18k White & Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
12.5ct Solid Australian Blue Pink Boulder Opal Ring in 9ct Yellow Gold Handmade
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Striking custom-made ring featuring a spectacular 12.5ct solid Australian boulder opal, set in 9ct yellow gold. Mined in Queensland, this opal is truly one of a kind, showcasing natu...
Opal, Yellow Gold
Natural 4.15 Ct Australian pastel boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This lovely 4.15 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Russells opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2022.
Opal
Natural 5.24 Ct Australian pink boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This lovely 5.24 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2021.
Opal
5.22 Carat Boulder Opal Diamond Emerald Sapphire 18K Gold Pendant Brooch
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
The interplay of Australian boulder opal with emeralds, sapphires, and diamonds creates a rare color harmony seldom seen in contemporary jewelry.
Diamond, Opal, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Fremonti 14K Yellow Gold Oval Boulder Opal and Round Diamond Halo Crossover Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Fremonti Material: 14K yellow gold Boulder Opal: 1 oval cut= 1.53ct Diamonds: 44 single cut= 0.28cttw Color: G Clarity: VS2-SI1 Dimensions: the ring measures 12.70mm wide a...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Shaped Australian Boulder Opal Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Oval Shaped Australian Boulder Opal Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping!
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Steven Battelle 4.1 Carats Australian Boulder Opal 18K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two 6 x 12 mm slightly irregular semi-pear shaped pieces of Australian boulder opal from the Quilpie opal fields of Western Australia showing wonderful banding of colors from a light...
Opal, 18k Gold
Big Boulder Opal Sterling Silver Ring October Birthstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Fine quality big Boulder Opal ring in silver ring size - 8.5 US / 58 EU / 18.5 weight of the Opal 11.8 ct gemstone origin - Australia stone measurements - 14 х 16 mm ring weight - 1...
Opal, Sterling Silver
Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Beautiful Play of Color Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 8.64 Carat Boulder Opal 3.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Brooch Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning boulder opal brooch is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Boulder Opal Gold Pendant Walnut Brown Triangle nugget
Located in Berlin, DE
18K gold pendant with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.67 х 0.79 in / 4 х 17 х 20 mm stone weight - 9.85 carats pendant length - 1.1 in / ...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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-green play of color with brown ironstone.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
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Turquoise, Boulder Opal, Pearl, Ancient Coin and Raw Diamond Bohemian Bracelet
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
Bohemian style bracelet links Australian Boulder Opal, Turquoise Mountain Turquoise (closed mine in Arizona, USA), authentic ancient Byzantine coin (Maurice Tiberius, 1/2 Follis, 582...
Diamond, Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Turqu...
Boulder Opal Silver Ring Australian Opal Wedding Anniversary Statement Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
18K gold plated silver ring with natural free form shape Boulder Opal Opal gemstone origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.31 x 0.47 in / 8 х 12 mm ring weight - 7.6 grams ring si...
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond-Set Australian Boulder Opal Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
The gemstone has been said to support its owner to bring success. Boulder Opal is said to purify your heart and detoxify your negative energy.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Boulder Opal Silver Gold ring, unique engagement opal anniversary size 8
Located in Berlin, DE
This elegant Boulder Opal ring is crafted in solid 925 sterling silver and 18K gold features a fine-quality natural opal sourced from Queensland, Australia, renowned for producing st...
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Boulder Opal 1.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.40 carat approx.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Freeform Bezel Boulder Opal Diamond Drop Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Freeform Shape - Bezel Set - Black w/ Play of Colors- 14.1x8.7mm (approx.) (3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Se...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boulder Opal Earrings Middle-Earth Tolkien Lord of the Rings
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
The gorgeous boulder opals display an inviting rainbow play-of-color, exuding an air of tranquility reminiscent of the map of middle earth.
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Large boulder opal ring unisex Polychrome Purple Australian opal
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Large silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 x 0.43 x 0.79 in / 4 х 11 х 20 mm stone weight - 12.10 carats ring size - 9 US ring weig...
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural 12.54 Ct Australian heart boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 12.54 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2021.
Opal
Vintage Yellow Gold Bezel Colorful Boulder Opal & Diamond Freeform Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Free Form Cut - Bezel Set - White Base w/ Strong Play Of Colors- 22.7x10.7mm (approx.) (4) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Solid Yellow Gold Freeform Boulder Opal Diamond Bezel Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Freeform Shape - Bezel Set - Black w/ Green Play of Colors- 14.7x7.2mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Pro...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 8.30 Ct Australian pastel boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This lovely 8.30 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in western Queensland, Australia in 2024.
Opal
18k Yellow Gold Freeform Fiery Boulder Opal w/ Diamond Slide Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Free Form Shape - Prong Set - Fiery Play of Colors- Very nice surface - 24.7x20.8mm (approx.) (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brill...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Red Boulder Opal silver ring Fine Opal Anniversary Gift wedding Ring 4.21 carat
Located in Berlin, DE
Statement silver ring with very bright, unique natural Boulder Opal of 4.21 carats with the rarest color of opalescence - red Opal origin - Australia color of opalescence - red, blue...
Opal, Silver
One of a Kind 122.75 Carat Australian Boulder Opal and Diamond Platinum Necklace
By DeKaraDesign
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Design Collection Metal- 90% Platinum, 85% Platinum (Necklace) 74.50 Grams. Stones- Australian Boulder Opal 122.75 Carats, 10 Diamonds F-G Color VS2-SI1 Clarity 0.47 Carats.
Platinum
18k Yellow Gold Triangular Cabochon Bezel Set Boulder Opal Bezel Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Triangular Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Black w/ Violet & Fiery Orange Play of Colors- 10x8.3mm (approx.)
Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern 18 Karat Gold, Platinum, Diamond and Boulder Opal Ring, circa 1990s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Modern 18k Yellow Gold, Platinum, Diamond & Boulder Opal Ring Circa 1990s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible modern ring.
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k Solid Gold Freeform Boulder Opal & Diamond Bezel Set Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Freeform Shape - Bezel Set - Black w/ Nice Blue & Green Play of Colors- 14.4x5.7mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Br...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Bezel Boulder Opal w/ Diamond Long Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Long Oval / Pear Shape - Bezel Set - Black w/ Play of Colors- 20.5x5.6mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - P...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Pear Shape Australian Boulder Opal Milgrain Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Pear Shape Australian Boulder Opal Milgrain Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy 7.32 Carat Boulder Opal Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Green boulder opal from Australia. Natural and untreated with a micro pave diamond and emerald halo in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.15ct Heart Shaped Boulder Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
2.15ct Heart Shaped Boulder Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Precious White Opal & Boulder Opal "Heartbreak" Earrings in 18K Gold w Diamonds
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Two opals -- one a lively precious white opal, and the other a stormy dark blue boulder opal -- both broken.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Preety Boulder Opal Blossom Ring with Crystal Opal Halo 14K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Boulder Opal Blossom Ring with Crystal Opal Halo 14K Yellow Gold.
Opal, Gold, 14k 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).