6.30 Ct Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6.30 Carats Natural Impressive Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring The opal has beautiful fire, pictures don't show the whole beauty of the opal!
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,960Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, 21.06 carats Ethiopian Opal, Emeralds & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Opal Cabochon is 21.06 carats. The Opal has a green - orange play of colour and is of Ethiopian origin.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
$3,280Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K white Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Zambian Emeralds & Diamonds Cocktail RIng
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 6.31 carats. The weight of the Emeralds is 3.10 carats.
Opal, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring with Diamond Halo and Ruby Dragonfly Motif 14K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 This vibrant cocktail ring features a striking oval cabochon Ethiopian opal at its center, showcasing a lively play of color across the surface.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal Hex Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Ethiopian Opal 1.20 carats approx. Diamonds 0.12 carat approx.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Blue Sapphires & Diamonds Cocktail Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 10.31 carats. The Opal has a beautiful green and orange play of colour.
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Hex Stud Earrings by Syna Jewels with Ethiopian Opal & Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Each hexagon-shaped stud features cabochon Ethiopian opals totaling approximately 3 carats, their iridescent play of color beautifully contrasted by the surrounding bezel-set diamond...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal Sugarloaf Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Ethiopian Opal 4 carats approx. Diamonds 0.11 carat approx.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$270Sale Price / item|25% Off
1.78 Ct Ethiopian Opal Halo Pendant Necklace 925 Sterling Silver Women Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Superb Gifting Option: For Birthday, Anniversary, Engagement, Holidays, Stocking Suffers, Graduation, Christmas, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day Natural Ethiopian Opal and Zircon Gems...
Opal, Zircon, Sterling Silver
$300Sale Price|33% Off
Ethiopian Opal Pair total 5 ct 12 mm x 10 mm AAA+ Great Fire Create your Earring
Located in Viena, Viena
this pair of very fine Ethiopian opal cabochons can be a amazing jewelry, 2 opal with 12 x 10 mm, 4,5 mm deep, AAA+, oval, color white with a firework of red, green and blue hushes, ...
Opal
Natural 3.27 Ct Ethiopian Opal Pave Diamond Cocktail Ring Solid 14k Gold Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural 3.27 Ct Ethiopian Opal Pave Diamond Cocktail Ring Solid 14k Gold Ring.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Multi Sapphires, Tanzanite & Diamonds Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Opal is 10.33 carats. The Opal is of Ethiopian origin.
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Set in 18K white Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Green Enamel & Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 5.55 carats. The weight of the Diamonds weight is 0.82 carats.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Set in 18K Gold, 7.35 carats Ethiopian Opal, Black Onyx & Diamonds Stud Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 7.35 carats. The weight of the Black Onyx is 8.49 carats.
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold
White Ethiopian Opal & Green Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
(approx. total weight) Center Gemstones Type: Ethiopian Opal Shape: Oval Size: 7 x 9 mm. Number: 1 Weight: 0.50 Carat (approx. total weight) Accent Gemstones Type: Emerald Shape: F...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Carat Pear Ethiopian Opal Pendant / Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 18 Carat Pear Ethiopian Opal Pendant / Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate This spectacular Pendant Necklace consisting of a single Pear Shape Ethiopian Opal Appro...
Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Black Onyx & Diamonds Art Deco Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 8.31 carats. The weight of the Black Onyx is 32.97 carats.
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold
Set in 18K white Gold, Coral, Ethiopian Opals & Diamonds Rose Cut Stud Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Approx. ✦ Gemstone: Ethiopian Opals ✦ Gemstone Cut: Cabochons ✦ Gemstone Weight: 3.05 ct.
Coral, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
18K Gold, Ethiopian Opals, Ceylon Pink Sapphires & Diamonds Chandelier Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Ethiopian Opals is 6.12 carats. The weight of the Pink Sapphires is 7.60 carats.
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
24K Yellow Gold & Oxidized Sterling Silver Ring by Bora with Raw Ethiopian Opal
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
This bold and captivating ring by Bora features a luminous raw Ethiopian opal set within a striking 24K yellow gold frame, beautifully contrasted by oxidized sterling silver.
Opal, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
One of a Kind 24K Yellow Gold & Ethiopian Opal Ring Crafted by Gurhan
By Gurhan
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
This stunning piece features a large, 30x17mm rectangular cabochon Ethiopian Opal weighing 35.56 carats, set in a 24k gold bezel.
Opal, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K white Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Black Onyx & Diamonds Dome Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Ethiopian Opal Cabochon is 3.74 carats. The weight of the custom cut Black Onyx is 4.61 carats.
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 3.27 Ct Ethiopian Opal Pave Diamond Ring Solid 14k Gold Ring size 10
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural 3.27 Ct Ethiopian Opal Pave Diamond Cocktail Ring Solid 14k Gold Ring.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Genuine Rainbow Sapphire and Turquoise with Ethiopian Opal 20 inch Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
** please note; this necklace can be customized in length, listed is for 20 inch, we also have it in 17 inch** Enriched with Semi-Precious Gemstones such as; • Arizona Turquoise • S...
Aquamarine, Citrine, Opal, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Turquoise, Chrysophrase,...
14 Carat Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Solid Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Huge Cocktail ring Approximately 14 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal & Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Size 6.5 This spectacular Ring consisting of a single Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal ...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
40 Carat Pear Ethiopian Opal & 8 Carat Diamond Pendant/Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 40 Carat Pear Ethiopian Opal & 8 carat Diamond Pendant / Necklace 14 Karat Gold Estate White Gold This spectacular Pendant Necklace consisting of a single Pear Shape ...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
15 Carat Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Solid Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Huge Cocktail ring Approximately 15 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal & Emerald Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Size 7 This spectacular Ring consisting of a single Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Ap...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ethiopian Opal 925 Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring with CZ Halo
Located in Peshawar, PK
Ring Details: Gemstone: Natural Opal Origin: Ethiopia Approx. Weight: 5–6 carats Measurements: 17 × 14 mm approx.
$6,240Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opals, Multi Sapphires & Diamonds Stud Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Opal is 7.96 carats. The Opals are of Ethiopian origin and have a Red - Green play of colour.
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
36 Ct Oval Ethiopian Opal & 2.5 Ct Diamond Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 36 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal & Diamond Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace with Chain This spectacular Pendant Necklace consisting of a single Oval Shape Ethiopian O...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 9.01ct Ethiopian Opal Ring with Sapphire Accents
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This handcrafted cocktail ring features a 9.01-carat Ethiopian opal centerpiece and 18K white gold. The center stone measures approximately 16 × 12 mm and is secured in a classic pro...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 100Ct Ethiopian Opal Bead Single Strand Necklace 5 to 9MM , Silver Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Natural 100Ct Ethiopian Opal Bead Single Strand Necklace 5 to 9MM , Silver ClaspEthiopian Beads 18 Inch Long 1 layers of Natural opal Beads These are Smooth beads , have very much ...
Opal, Silver
Ethiopian Opal Diamond Meghna Jewels Marquise Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18k gold and sterling silver. These beautiful marquise earrings are handset in 4.80 carat opal and .60 carat of sparkling diamonds. Exquisitely framed in signature "Meghna Je...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$1,874Sale Price|20% Off
Retro 18K Yellow Gold Daisy Ring with 10ct Ethiopian Opal, Antique Cut Diamond
Located in Marcianise, IT
At its heart lies a magnificent Ethiopian opal, weighing approximately 10 carats. The opal’s mesmerizing play of color dances with vibrant flashes of iridescent hues, making it a tru...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 11 Carat Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring 14kt Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Huge Cocktail ring Approximately 11 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal & Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Size 6 This spectacular Ring consisting of a single Oval Shape Ethiopian Opa...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,840Sale Price|20% Off
10 Carat Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
approximately 10 Carat Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold size 5 Oval Natural Opal A classic, Cocktail ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Size of the opal ...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,840Sale Price|20% Off
29.59 ct Ethiopian Opal, Pink Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring/ Pendant Necklace
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Opal is 29.59 carats. The Opal is of Ethiopian origin.
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Syna Limited Edition Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal Exotic Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Ethiopian Opal 4.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.15 carat approx.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pave Diamond Ethiopian Opal Angel Wing Pendant Necklace in 925 Silver 14k Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Ethiopian Opal Angel Wing Necklace 925 Silver 14k Gold Fine Jewelry Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New without tags: A brand-new, ...
Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Silver
$4,720Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Ceylon Multi Sapphires & Diamonds Stud Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Opal is 8.60 carats. The Opals are of Ethiopian origin.
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Tanzanites & Rose Cut Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
✦ Handmade / Handcrafted Fine Jewelry ✦ Gemstone: Ethiopian Opal ✦ Gemstone Cut: Round Cabochon ✦ Gemstone Weight: 2.45 ct.
Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
$267Sale Price / item|50% Off
Art Deco Style Ethiopian Opal & CZ Tennis Birthstone Silver Bracelet for Her
Located in New York, NY
Ethiopian Opal Gemstone & CZ Sterling Silver Tennis Bracelet in sterling silver.
Opal, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
$7,840Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Mozambique Rubies & Diamonds Cocktail Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Opal is 4.47 carats. The Opal is of Ethiopian origin and has a green orange play of colour.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural Ethiopian Opal & Diamond Earrings – 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* A magnificent pair of natural opal and diamond earrings, crafted in 18K white gold, showcasing two imp...
Diamond, Opal, White Gold
$9,000Sale Price|20% Off
Syna Limited Edition Yellow Gold Pear Shaped Ethiopian Opal Pendant with Diamond
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Ethiopian Opal 20.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.65 carats approx.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Steven Battelle 1.9 Carats Ethiopian Opal 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A lively and green flashing 9 x 11 mm oval cabochon of opal from the famous Welo mines in the mountains of northern Ethiopia is set in an 18K gold bezel surrounded by individually pl...
Opal, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 2.7 Carats Ethiopian Opal 22K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A long 8 x 13 mm oval faceted Ethiopian "Welo mine" opal with flashes of orange and green is held by a hand applied intricate "wire and jawan" Steven Battelle designed setting atop a...
Opal, 22k Gold
$23,752Sale Price|20% Off
Ethiopian Opal & Blue Sapphire Necklace In 18K Yellow Gold
By Tresor Collection
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tresor Beautiful Necklace features 84.25 carats of Gemstone. The Necklace are an ode to the luxurious yet classic beauty with sparkly gemstones and feminine hues. Their contemporary ...
Opal, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Steven Battelle 4.1 carats Ethiopian Opal 18K Gold Wire Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two substantial 8 x 10 mm cabochon opals from the famous "Welo" mine in the highlands of northern Ethiopia are set in ancient-inspired "four point with jawan" artisan crafted bezels ...
Opal, 18k Gold
Ethiopian Opal and Fire Opal Ring 18K White Gold With Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This ornate three-stone cocktail ring features a luminous central white cabochon opal flanked by fiery orange opals, set within intricate diamond halos and accented with rich red-ora...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,202Sale Price|50% Off
Vintage Ethiopian Opal Silver Ring Medusa unisex ring 7.5 size
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural Opal gemstone origin - Ethiopia ring weight - 7.34 grams ring size - 7.5 US gem size is 0.51 х 0.59 x 0.67 in / 13 х 15 х 17 mm
Opal, Silver
$2,032Sale Price|20% Off
12.62ct Ethiopian opal stone in 14k yellow gold for pendant
Located in Delhi, DL
This is a beautiful opal stone set in 14K gold. It consists of: Gross weight- 4.270g Gemstone- Natural opal Gemstone weight- 12.62ct Gemstone origin- Ethiopia Metal- Solid Gold Met...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Cabochon Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Style: Opal and Diamond Ring Total Weight: 20.5 Grams Ring Size: 9.75 Ring Measurements: 22.1 mm x 23.5 mm Gemstone Specifications:...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Pink Sapphire and Ethiopian Opal Yellow Gold Beaded Citrine Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
This necklace features the following gemstones; • Sapphires • Ethiopian Fire Opal • Rainbow moonstone • Garnet • Citrine • Lace Agate • Golden Lepidolite • Sunstone • Pink opal • Bo...
Pink Sapphire, Citrine, Opal, Agate, Chalcedony, Moonstone, Morganite, R...
RUCHI Ethiopian Opal and Baguette Diamond Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose Gold Opal: 7.61ct total weight Diamond: 0.30ct weight All diamonds are G-H/SI stones. 16-18in Adjustable Chain.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
$738Sale Price|25% Off
Ethiopian Opal and Colombian Emerald Earrings in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
By Renate Exclusive
Located in Naples, NY
Luxurious and opulent (4.8mm-5.5mm) Fine Ethiopian Crystal Opal Round Sphere Ball Beads and (3.7mm-4.2mm) Fine Colombian Emerald Smooth Rondelle Beads earrings with 14K Solid Yellow...
Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Viena, Viena
Most beautiful opal earrings of all time what a firework in opal white, lively, fine translucent full opal cabochon from Ethiopia totaling approx. 2.44 ct, AAA+ set in 750 white gold...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Owl Enamel Pendant With Ethiopian Opal & Smoky Quartz Accented With Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14KT:6.258g,D:0.03ct, Opal:2.97ct,Quar:0.11ct,Enam:0.14g,
Diamond, Opal, Quartz, 14k Gold, Enamel
Emerald Ethiopian Opal Earrings with 3.80 ct Diamonds Chandelier Shape UNIQUE
Located in Viena, Viena
Chandelier-splendid-brilliant-opal-earrings, gold/silver in "chandelier-shape" better known under chandelier-shape, antique worked in silver and gold, 2 lively faceted very fine full...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, Silver
Doublet Opal & Ethiopian Opal Dangle Earring With Emerald & Diamonds In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:11.209g, Diamond:0.93ct, Emerald:1.27ct, Opal:2.69ct, Opal:9.57ct, Size: 32X15 MM"
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k 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).