$1,814
H 1.42 in W 0.79 in D 0.35 in L 0.94 in
Boulder Opal Silver Necklace Galaxy Natural Australian Gemstone gift christmas
Located in Berlin, DE
Scratched silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia gem size - 0.35 х
Opal, Silver
7.93 Carat Fire Opal 18 Karat Gold Diamond Galaxy Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold. These stunning stud earrings are hand set in 7.93 carats fire opal and .52
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Star and Moon Mammoth Galaxy Earrings with Opal Diamond and Sapphire
By Bibi van der Velden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mammoth Galaxy Earrings are designed as two mammoth orbs set with white diamonds, blue sapphires, opals
White Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Galaxy 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mammoth Tusk Opals and Diamonds Spinning Necklace
By Bibi van der Velden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
the Galaxy Opal Shooting Star Ring can be set with a unique combination of pavé stones, to represent
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Rose and Yellow Gold Opal Gemstone Sapphire and Rose Cut Diamond Galaxy Ring
By Bibi van der Velden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
embellished with precious stones and gold accents in your zodiac sign’s constellation, while the Galaxy Opal
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Opal, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, T...
18k Rose and Yellow Gold Opal Gemstone Sapphire and Rose Cut Diamond Galaxy Ring
By Bibi van der Velden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
embellished with precious stones and gold accents in your zodiac sign’s constellation, while the Galaxy Opal
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Opal, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, T...
18 Karat Yellow Gold Mammoth Tusk Galaxy Ring
By Bibi van der Velden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
old Mammoth Tusk, Opals, Diamonds and Blue Sapphires. This ring is from the Galaxy Collection
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
'Black Galaxy' 99.60ct Natural Solid Untreated Australian Black Opal
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
This gem opal is an extremely rare South Australian black opal. Rivalling the quality and colour
Opal, Black Opal
Lightning Ridge Opal Malachite Beads Necklace
By Michael Barin
Located in Carmel by the Sea, CA
Often compared to volcanoes, galaxies, and fireworks, Opals have a rich history due to their
Diamond, Malachite, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Lightning Ridge Opal Lapis Gold Drop Necklace
By Michael Barin
Located in Carmel by the Sea, CA
within itself. Often compared to volcanoes, galaxies, and fireworks, Opals have a rich history due to
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Opal Rose Cut Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
By Michael Barin
Located in Carmel by the Sea, CA
volcanoes, galaxies, and fireworks, Opals have a rich history due to their striking color pattern. Regarded
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Lightening Ridge Opal Organic Silver Gold Cocktail Ring
By Michael Barin
Located in Carmel by the Sea, CA
Often compared to volcanoes, galaxies, and fireworks, Opals have a rich history due to their
Green Sapphire, Opal, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver, Yello...
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H 1.99 in W 0.79 in
Natural Untreated Australian 32.73ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18K Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
, untreated boulder opal from the opal field known for many types of opals, including “Galaxy,” the largest
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 1.24 in W 0.48 in
Natural Australian 12.37ct Boulder Opals Dangle Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
boulder opals from the opal field known for many types of opals, including “Galaxy,” the largest precious
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Untreated Australian 19.46ct Boulder Opal Ring in 18k White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
“Galaxy,” the largest precious fine boulder opal ever found. Our Jundah-Opalville opals are superbly
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
15.47 CT Lightning Ridge Opal Accented with 1.80 CT Rose Cut Diamonds 18KY/KW
By Michael Barin
Located in Granada Hills, CA
volcanoes, galaxies, and fireworks, Opals have a rich history due to their striking color pattern. Regarded
Opal, Diamond
Sold
H 1.42 in W 0.79 in D 0.35 in L 0.94 in
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
Opal, Silver
Vintage 1970s 10 Carat Australian Opal Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
: Fireworks. Galaxies. Lightning. Opal’s shifting play of kaleidoscopic colors is unlike any other gem
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow 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
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Retro Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cluster Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in London, GB
carats, assessed colour I/J, assessed clarity SI Fireworks. Jellyfish. Galaxies. Lightning. Opal
Opal, 18k Gold
Retro Australian Black Opal, Multicolour & Diamond Cluster Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in London, GB
Australian black opal and diamond cluster ring in 18K white and yellow gold. Opal’s shifting play
Opal, 18k Gold
Opal and Diamond, Oval Shape Cluster Ring in Rub over Setting in 18 Karat Gold
Located in London, GB
, assessed colour H/I, assessed clarity VS Fireworks. Jellyfish. Galaxies. Lightning. Opal’s shifting play
White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Opal and Diamond, Oval Shape Cluster Ring in Rub over Setting in 18 Karat Gold
Located in London, GB
, assessed colour H/I, assessed clarity VS Fireworks. Jellyfish. Galaxies. Lightning. Opal’s shifting play
White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Galaxy 18 Carat Gold Opals Sapphires Diamond Necklace
By Bibi van der Velden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Galaxy Necklace is made of 18ct rosé gold, white diamonds, opals, blue sapphires, tourmaline
Diamond, Opal, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Galaxy of Light (Australian Opal, 10K Yellow Gold Pendant) by Ken Fury
By Ken Fury
Located in Queens, NY
Galaxy of Light is a one-of-a-kind pendant that is hand-carved and cast in 10K solid Yellow Gold
Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian 5.02ct Boulder Opal Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
for many types of opals, including “Galaxy,” the largest precious fine boulder opal ever found. Our
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Untreated Australian 1.84ct Boulder Opal Ring in Sterling Silver
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
opal field known for many types of opals, including “Galaxy,” the largest precious fine boulder opal
Opal, Sterling Silver
Australian 7.22ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
known for many types of opals, including “Galaxy,” the largest precious fine boulder opal ever found
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold
H 1.45 in W 0.43 in
Natural Untreated Australian 10.96ct Boulder Opal Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
galaxy-patterned boulder opals (10.96ct) from Winton is crafted in our classic 18K yellow gold. Elegant
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Untreated Australian 0.90ct Boulder Opal Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
field known for many types of opals, including “Galaxy,” the largest precious fine boulder opal ever
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Untreated Australian 0.85ct Boulder Opal Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
“Galaxy,” the largest precious fine boulder opal ever found. Our Jundah-Opalville opals are superbly
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 1.33 in W 0.36 in
Natural Untreated Australian 5.93ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
types of opals, including “Galaxy,” the largest precious fine boulder opal ever found. Our Jundah
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Untreated Australian 2.85ct Boulder Opal Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
boulder opal from the opal field known for many types of opals, including “Galaxy,” the largest precious
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 0.77 in W 0.34 in
Australian 0.77ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
the opal field known for many types of opals, including “Galaxy,” the largest precious fine boulder
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 1.37 in W 0.54 in
Natural Australian 15.82ct Boulder Opal Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamond
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
“Galaxy,” the largest precious fine boulder opal ever found. Our Jundah-Opalville opals are superbly
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Coral and Emerald Studs in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES. A beautiful, and very unique pair of Italian Coral and Zambian Emerald studs, with white full cut diamonds and a rose cut tr...
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Important Certified Mexican Fire Opal & Diamond Pendant, Excellent Play of Color
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! This is an important and substantial piece! 6 pieces of top gem quality opals make up this large pendant. Here is a natural Mexican fire opal and diamo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14-karat gold. These beautiful earrings are set with 7.61 carats of carved multi gemstone, amethyst, citrine and .15 carats of sparkling diamonds. See other flower collectio...
Citrine, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
70.0 Carat Opal Emerald Diamond Statement Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This stunning statement necklace is crafted in 18-karat gold and sterling silver. It is hand set in 70.0 carats opal doublets, 22.65 carats emerald, 27.37 carats blue sapphire and 11...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$955
H 1.42 in W 0.51 in D 0.2 in L 1.02 in
Boulder Opal 18K Gold Silver Pendant Natural Multi-Colour Australian Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold plated and matte finish silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia pendant weight - 5.75 grams pendant height - 1.42 in / 36 mm gem size - 0.2 ...
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, 18k Gold
$4,750 / item
Fire Opal 18 Karat Gold Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold. These stud earrings are hand set in 2.71 carats fire opal and .46 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
$907
H 1.34 in W 0.51 in D 0.31 in L 0.98 in
Natural Opal Pendant Boulder Australian Gemstone Gothic Style gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Pendant with natural Boulder "Koroit" Opal gemstone origin - Australia pendant weight - 6.25 grams pendant height - 1.34 in / 34 mm stone measurements - 0.31 х 0.51 х 0.98 in / 8 х ...
Opal
$8,400
W 0.35 in L 2.5 in
GIA Oxblood Coral with 3.3 Carat Diamond Drop Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Southport, CT
Today, all coral must be vintage in order to protect our reefs. Kiersten Elizabeth was moved by the patina of Havana, Cuba when she saw the ornate city of a bygone era. This is where...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Marquise Enamel Blue Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Gold Sunburst Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold and hand set with .75 carats blue sapphire and .30 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized t...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Earrings White Gold Diamonds and Red Coral from Mediterranean Sea
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Earrings White Gold with Diamonds and Red Coral from Mediterranean Sea. The "A" Collection Angeletti is Designed and Manufactured in Rome. The Top Crown with Letters A Rotates Thanks...
Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold, White Gold
Meghna Jewels 14.19 carat Fire Opal Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold, 14.19 carat fire opal and handset with .55 carats of sparkling diamonds. This is a one-of-a-kind ring. The ring is a si...
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14.53 Carat Mexican Fire Opal 18 Karat Gold Diamond Drop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold. These earrings are hand set in 14.53 carats fire opal, 15.31 carats pearl, .77 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the late...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Meghna Jewels 4.58 Carats Fire Opal Diamond 14 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14 karat gold, these exquisite earrings are hand set with 4.58 carats fire opal and .68 carats of glimmering diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest co...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
15.79 Carat Rose Quartz Blue Topaz Diamond 14 Karat Gold Drop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful earrings are cast in 14-karat gold. It is handset in 15.79 carats rose quartz, 2.26 carats topaz and illuminated with .90 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is...
Diamond, Quartz, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
6.5 carat Emerald 3.52 carat Tanzanite 14 Karat Gold Vixen Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14-karat gold, these beautiful earrings are hand set with 6.5 carats of emerald and 3.52 carats tanzanite. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & ...
Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k 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).
The sculptural lithograph is part of the inimitable artist’s “Ruckus” series, now on view at the Brooklyn Museum.
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