Opal Ring With Diamonds Set in Gold Modernist Mounting
Located in New York, NY
This striking ring features a captivating oval opal, radiating with a beautiful play-of-color, set
Vintage 1960s Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Fire Opal
Opal Ring With Diamonds Set in Gold Modernist Mounting
Located in New York, NY
This striking ring features a captivating oval opal, radiating with a beautiful play-of-color, set
Diamond, Fire Opal
Glenda Arentzen Gold, Sterling Silver & Opal Modernist Ring, Ex-Aaron Faber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Glenda Arentzen 14k gold, sterling silver and opal modernist ring. Consisting of
Opal, Gold, Sterling Silver
Solid Australian Opal Modernist Design 18K Gold Chunky Ring V1118
Located in Osprey, FL
This captivating 18K gold chunky ring features a modernist design in a hand-carved organic style
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Boulder Opal Modernist Design Statement Ring 18K Gold 14.2g V1112
Located in Osprey, FL
Behold this exquisite statement ring, crafted with a unique Australian boulder opal, set in a
Opal, Diamond, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
A Sculptural Modernist Asymmetric Ring: Mother-of-Pearl, Opal, and Diamonds 14k
Located in Den Haag, NL
, bezel-set Opal cabochon. This stone acts as a vibrant punctuation mark, exhibiting a mystic play-of
Fire Opal, 14k Gold
Brutalist Boulder Opal & 14k Gold Nugget Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
this Mid Century Brutalist ring. The intriguing boulder opal displays the natural matrix with a streak
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,192Sale Price|20% Off
Bold Opal & Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Bold Opal & Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold Crafted in solid 14k yellow gold, this striking
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Brutalist Opal Cluster Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1970 12 round cabochon each averaging 3.3mm Each opal has a nice play of the color spectrum
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Mutli Gemstone and Opal Gold Bombay Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Multi Gemstone and Opal Vintage Gold Bombay Cluster Ring. Securely Hand set with
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 6 Carat Boulder Opal Gold Solitaire Halo Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Solitaire Boulder Opal Gold Vintage Halo Ring. Featuring a securely nestled Hand
Opal, Gold, White Gold
11.75 Carat Black Opal and Shield Cut Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Vintage Cocktail Ring. Centering
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Zobel Fire-Opal and Diamond 18-Karat Gold Ring
By Atelier Zobel
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This unique modernist ring seems to get its ethnic inspiration from antique times. A besel set fire
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
6.5 Carat Australian White Opal and Diamond Platinum Vintage Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely Hand set 6.5 Carat Australian White Opal. Accented either side by
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
4.36 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Double Halo Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Double Halo Vintage Cocktail Ring
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2.88 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Vintage Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed, Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Ring. Centering a
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage 8 Carat Vibrant Orange Pear Fire Opal and Diamond Ring Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Fire Opal Gemstone. Surrounded by Round Brilliant Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.30tcw. Ring size 6, we
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal
Vintage 7.10 Carat Crystal Opal and Diamond Platinum Solitaire Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Crystal Opal and Diamond Platinum Vintage Solitaire Cocktail Ring. Centering a
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2.88 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful! Finely detailed Black Opal and Diamond Vintage Platinum Cocktail Ring. Centering a
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$415Sale Price|30% Off
Natural White Opal Ring in 925 Sterling Silver – Handmade with Play of Color
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural White Orangey Opal Cocktail Ring in 925 Sterling Silver – Handmade with Brilliant Play of
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
14.72 Carat Crystal Opal and RBC Diamond Platinum Vintage Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and Finely detailed Vintage Solitaire Ring, centering a securely nestled
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
4.66 Carat Rare Mexican Opal and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Rare Mexican Opal and Diamond Platinum Vintage Cocktail Ring
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Modern Cylindrical Design Fire Opal and White Gold Ring 1970s
Located in New York, NY
A fire opal and 18 karat white gold cylindrical design ring, c. 1970. The ring is size 6 and with a
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Natural Ethiopian Opal and Green Tourmaline Gold Bombay Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Ring. Hand set with 6.00tcw Natural Ethiopian Opals and 3.50tcw Green Tourmaline. The ring is
Opal, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.82 Carat Opal Diamond Platinum Vintage Cocktail Ring Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Ballerina Vintage Platinum Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Mid Century Modern 2 Carat White Opal and Diamond Vintage Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely Hand set 2 Carat Opal. Surrounded by Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.20
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Arthur King & Ilias Lalaounis (ARK & LJ) 18K Gold Fire Opal & Diamond Ring, 1960
By Arthur King
Located in Miami, FL
-20th century. The ring centers a vivid faceted fire opal weighing approximately 8.5 carats, displaying
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Opal and Pink, Yellow, Blue Sapphire Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Opal and Pink, Yellow, Blue Sapphire Gold Ring. Centering a securely
Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold
Vintage Statement 3.00 Carat Pear Opal Marquise Diamond and Ruby Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed and Elegant Mid Century Modern Platinum Statement Cocktail Ring
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Platinum
Italian Mid-Century 14K Gold Australian Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring, c. 1965
Located in Miami, FL
An exquisite Mid-Century Italian cocktail ring, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and showcasing a
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
7 Carat Oval Opal and Diamond Gold Mid Century Modern 1960s Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Ring. Hand set with a securely nestled 7 Carat Oval Opal Doublet surrounded by .42tcw Brilliant-cut
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 5.50 Carat White Opal and RBC Diamond 2-Tone Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage White Opal and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a Securely Hand set
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & CO. By Paloma Picasso Sugar Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Great Opal
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
with a natural translucent Mexican opal. We are offering in our other listings more rings with
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
New Old Stock Lady's 14 karat Yellow Gold Garnet & Opal Ring 1960s Bombe Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14 karat Yellow Gold Bombe Opal & Garnet Ring Circa 1960s Hallmarks: "14k" , "JG" Finger Sizes
Garnet, Opal, Yellow Gold
BADEN & FOSS 1950 Cocktail Ring In 14Kt Gold With Australian Opal And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A cocktail ring designed by Baden & Foss. Beautiful cocktail ring created in New York City by
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Artist Jewel Claude Wesel for Fernand Demaret Opal
By Fernand Demaret
Located in New York, NY
A unique white fire opal and diamond 18-karat yellow gold art jewel, this ring by Claude West
Diamond, Fire Opal, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-Century Modern 2 Carat Opal Ring 14 Karat Gold Eames Era Retro
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL MID-CENTURY MODERNIST EAMES ERA 2 CARAT OPAL RING IN 14K YELLOW GOLD WITH A
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Modern 2 Carat Opal Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Eames Era Retro
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL MID-CENTURY MODERNIST EAMES ERA 2 CARAT OPAL RING IN 14K YELLOW GOLD WITH A
Opal, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Michael Zobel Opalized Octopus Diamond Gold Platinum Statement Heirloom Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
We are privileged and delighted to offer you this Beautiful Modernist Opalized Octopus and Diamond
Beryl, Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Platinum
Salavetti Cocktail Ring In 18Kt White Gold With 9.52 Ctw Diamonds & Prasiolite
By Salavetti
Located in Miami, FL
Italian modern cocktail ring with Prasiolite designed by Salavetti. An elegant classic cocktail
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$1,199
Modernist Idella La Vista Opal, 14k Yellow Gold Ring
By Idella La Vista
Located in Pleasant Hill, CA
Featuring one oval assembled opal cabochon, 6 X4 mm, bezel set in a hand fabricated modern abstract
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$12,000
Fire Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Lisbon, PT
19.2K Yellow Gold Fire Opal and Diamond Ring, Consisting of two Stones With 2 Carats Each
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold
Unavailable|$1,771
Vintage 14K Gold Diamond Opal Ring
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous vintage ring. It is made out of 14K gold that holds many little beautiful opal and clear
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$2,650
Vintage Marquise Shape Opal Diamond yellow gold Cocktail Cluster Ring
Located in Sydney CBD, AU
Stunning vintage Marquise shape Opal and Diamond Cocktail ring, Cluster ring. 14ct yellow gold
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$1,300
Vintage Midcentury Era Blue Boulder Opal 14 Karat Gold Freeform Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
Vintage midcentury era circa 1960s stunning freeform blue boulder opal ring in 14K yellow gold
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$2,500
Vintage 1950s 2.54 Carat Opal Diamond 14 Karat Gold Floral Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
Beautiful vintage midcentury era 1950s 2.54 carat fiery rainbow flecked Australian opal cabochon
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Sold|$1,375
Modernist Opal Set Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, Swiss. Modernism becomes fashion in this sleek sixties ring. The scintillating
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$3,500
Modernist 18k Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
prismatic black opal is the main drama of this biomorphic ring. Effortlessly chic, it will become part of
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s-70s Modernist 47.05 Carat Cabochon Opal Ring with Diamond Halo
Located in Birmingham, AL
This vintage ring focuses all attention around a massive 47.05ct solid cabochon opal. The center
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$1,750
Rachel Gera Opal Sterling Silver Ring
By Rachel Gera
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An outstanding opal and sterling silver ring designed by Rachel Gera of Israel. Face of the ring
Opal, Sterling Silver
1970s Black Opal Sterling Silver Elongated Ring
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Sterling silver and black opal elongated ring, circa 1970's. Ring is a finger size 6.5 and
Opal, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Opal 14 Karat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set with thirteen round cabochon white opals All displaying excellent play of color, with the full
Opal, 14k Gold
Sold|$18,300
Spectacular Organo-Chic Opal Ring c1960s
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, Germany. This compelling sixties ring features a 16.27-carat natural opal set in
White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian 1960's 18K Gold Ring with 28 Carat Opal, Retro Modernist Design
Located in Miami, FL
A magnificent vintage statement ring showcasing an impressive 28 carat cabochon opal, glowing with
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.00 Carat Opal and Diamond Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful, Elegant & finely detailed Fabulous ‘60s Platinum Ring featuring a 5 Carat oval shaped
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Opal Cocktail Ring, 1970s
Located in Zurich, CH
Fabulous 18 karat yellow gold and opal Cocktail ring, 1970s. Crafted in 18 karat polished yellow
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Opal Snake Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Pink Opal Snake This stunning snake ring features 0.98 carat of white round diamonds, the body is
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.00 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed Solitaire Cocktail Ring, set with a securely nestled
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Opals were discovered in 400 BC, and since then five types have been found throughout the world. Before you start shopping for mysteriously beautiful vintage opal rings and other opal jewelry, learn about the different varieties of the gem — and find out which historical figure was reportedly willing to trade his kingdom for a single stone.
Here is a little riddle for you: the month of October has two birthstones, but only one of them encompasses the colors of other birthstones. If you guessed opal, you’re right! (The other gemstone associated with the month of October is tourmaline.)
Opals are such unusual gemstones that there are too many old-wives tales associated with them, like if you’re a blond, wearing an opal necklace will protect your locks from losing color. Opals were also very fashionable in the early 19th century, up until the publication of Sir Walter Scott’s novel Anne of Geierstein in 1829. The title heroine wears an opal and succumbs to an untimely death. However, the British monarchy, and in particular Queen Victoria, did not let this story get in their way, and they frequently gifted opals to friends and family members. October babies should disregard the noise and proudly wear their opals!
There are five types of precious opals: boulder opal, fire opal, crystal/water opal, black opal, and white/light opal. Each variety is distinguished by its color.
So, where does the name come from? The word opal is thought to originate from the Roman opalus or from the Sanskrit úpala (“precious stone”) or from the Greek opallios (“to see a color change”). So while there have been many names for the stones, opals were first discovered in 400 BC in Ethiopia. But the early reference that comes up most often in history books is from the Roman philosopher Pliny the Elder, who wrote about it in 75 AD. In his text he refers to it as opali. The Romans were big fans of opal, Mark Antony was so enamored by it that, as the story goes, he was willing to trade a portion of his kingdom for a single opal.
There's a wide variety of antique and vintage opal jewelry on 1stDibs (and you won't have to trade your kingdom for it).
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
