14 Karat Yellow Gold Mosaic Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Mosaic Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7.25- This lovely ring features one
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 14K Yellow Gold Mosaic Opal Drop Earrings – Pierced Posts
Located in Coral Gables, FL
These striking 14 karat yellow gold mosaic opal earrings offer a bold and artistic take on classic
Opal, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s 14KT Yellow Gold Mosaic Opal And Diamond Heart Ring
Located in New York, NY
adorned with a mosaic opal inlay. The stunning piece is further embellished with 0.20CT of round-cut
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Samuel B Sterling Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Mosaic Opal Ring Size 5.5 #17850
By BJC
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Samuel B Sterling Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Mosaic Opal Ring Size 5.5 This gorgeous ring by
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
14 Karat Yellow Gold Mosaic Opal Earrings with Pierced Post Backings
Located in Coral Gables, FL
gold Mosaic Opal earrings. Designed to captivate, each earring features a stunning mosaic of natural
Opal, 14k Gold
Collectible 14k Yellow Gold Mosaic Opal Detailed Sydney Opera House Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (14) Natural Genuine Opal - Mosaic Cut - Inlet Set - Blue Base w/ Green & Yellow Play in
Opal, Yellow Gold
Collectible 14k Yellow Gold Mosaic Opal Detailed Sydney Opera House Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (14) Natural Genuine Opal - Mosaic Cut - Inlet Set - Blue Base w/ Green & Yellow Play in
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carnelian Jade Opal Citrine Tiger Eye Porcelain Gold 7 Section Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
painting, micro mosaic, opal, citrine and tiger eye. 14k Yellow Gold 18 5mm gold balls 39.3 grams
Carnelian, Citrine, Jade, Opal, Tiger's Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Triplet and Diamond Ring #13915
Located in Washington Depot, CT
features one oval cabochon mosaic opal triplet (12 mm x 11 mm) and ten round brilliant cut diamonds set in
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Opal Mosaic Square Gold Italian Cufflinks
Located in Stamford, CT
Opal Masonic 18k yellow gold square cuff links circa 1960-1969. Heavy clip backs and well made
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Yellow Gold Opal Triplet Cocktail Solitaire Ring 10k Mosaic
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Opal Triplet Cut: Mosaic Style: Cocktail Solitaire Measurements Face Height (north
Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
18KT Gold Opal and Emerald Mosaic Drop Earrings With Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Step into a world of high-fashion elegance with these stunning 18KT gold mosaic earrings. Each
Emerald, Diamond, Opal, Gold
Longines Opal Diamond Watch. LONGINES Opal Cluster Mosaic Ladies Manual Watch.
By Longines
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Rare LONGINES Manual Windup Wristwatch Full Diamond Bezel with Genuine Opal Cluster mosaic dial
Stainless Steel
Platinum GIA 2.72ctw Mosaic Black Opal w/ Diamond Sided Cocktail Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Color w/ Very Nice
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage Opal Ring 14k Yellow Gold Mosaic Cocktail Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
mosaic design. The ring is great for day or evening wear. The opals exhibit a good color matrix with
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Black Opal Mosaic Inlay Domed Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
color, VS1-VS2 in clarity and total .36 carats. Flanking the center diamonds are 6 prismatic black opals
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Opal Earrings in 18 Karat Rose Gold by Binder
By Paul Binder
Located in Lucerne, CH
black opal mosaic. Its dark body colour enhances the brilliance of spectral flashes, ranging from
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rectangular Cut Opal Inlay Squared Band Ring in Polished 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
elegantly around the band in a modern mosaic design. Each opal displays shifting tones of blue, green, and
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Calvin Begay Navajo Designer Original, Fire Opal & Sterling Stallion Brooch
Located in Pahrump, NV
This fire opal mosaic & sterling stallion brooch is a designer original by an American Navajo
Opal, Sterling Silver
18 Karat, White Gold, Mosaic Opal Cufflinks with Coin Edge
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
These magnificent 18 kt white gold round cuff links are inlaid with a beautiful opal mosaic pattern
Opal, 18k Gold
Buccellati Natural Opal Mosaic Earpendants
Located in San Antonio, TX
18kt gold Earpendants with Maltese cross tops and link chain suspending opal mosaic beads.
Opal, 18k Gold
Omega 1972 Modernist Gold Opal Mosaic Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Birmingham, AL
This vintage wrist watch features 8 links and a dial created with a very unique opal mosaic design
Opal, 14k Gold
Opal Chrysophrase Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Mosaic Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
breathtaking mosaic pattern. 18K Rose gold 9.5 g 5 X Semi Black Opal Lightning Ridge : 1.66 ct. 16 X
Chrysophrase, Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gol...
Peruvian Pink Opal Aqua Chalcedony Micro Mosaic Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Floriana Necklace. Delicate blush pink beads of pink Peruvian opal set a sweet and elegant mood
Chalcedony, Opal, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Si...
Joke Quick Flash Black Opal Alexandrite Rose-Cut Diamond Mosaic Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Only for Opal lovers.... One of a kind ring handmade in Belgium by jewellery artist Joke Quick
Alexandrite, Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Si...
Joke Quick Lightning Ridge Black Opal Diamond Paraiba Tourmaline Mosaic Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
different cut shapes and colours are set like a mosaic. Handmade the traditional way, no casting or printing
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Black Opal, Paraiba, 18k Gold,...
Vintage 14k Gold Lapis Opal Turquoise Pink Chalcedony Mosaic Panel Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
, Opal, Turquoise, & Pink Chalcedony - Custom Cut Into Each Panel - 5.0x17.4mm each mosaic (approx
Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fabulous Micro Mosaic Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Micro Mosaic Earrings set in gold with long gold wires. Scenes of the Colosseum and
Opal, 18k Gold
Buccellati Leaf Opal Drop Earrings
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat gold leaf earrings with opal mosaic ball drops by M. Buccellati.
Opal, 18k Gold
Omega Yellow Gold Opal Bracelet Manual Wind Wristwatch, 1980
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
bright Fire Opal Mosaic as is the Face of the watch. 17 jewel mechanical, manual wind Omega movement
Opal, 14k Gold
Sonwai Old Cuff Bangle with a Mosaic of Gemstone Plaques, circa 1991
Located in London, GB
Numerous plaques of coral, turquoise, opal, sugilite, spiny oyster and lapis lazuli 14 Carat yellow
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Opal and Diamond Kabana Ring, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Kabana
Located in Greensboro, NC
milestone anniversary! Fashioned by Kabana in 14k yellow gold, this chic piece features a mosaic of opals
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kabana Opal and Diamond Ring Yellow Gold, 14 Karat Women's
By Kabana
Located in Greensboro, NC
milestone anniversary! Fashioned by Kabana in 14k yellow gold, this chic piece features a mosaic of opals
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kabana Opal and Diamond Ring Yellow Gold, 14 Karat Women's
By Kabana
Located in Greensboro, NC
milestone anniversary! Fashioned by Kabana in 14k yellow gold, this chic piece features a mosaic of opals
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Univeral Lady's White Gold and Diamond Wristwatch with Opal Dial circa 1970s
By Universal
Located in Chicago, IL
Carats that are G in Color and VS in Clarity. Opal Mosaic Dial with Fire, and Black opal having strong
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate Inlay-Opal Diamond Ruby Sapphire Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This unique estate ring features a mosaic of inlay opal which is accented by diamonds, rubies
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, ...
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H 2.83 in W 2.87 in D 0.55 in L 26 in
Julian Arviso Navajo Native American Necklace Pendant In 14Kt Gold With Gemstone
Located in Miami, FL
and is fitted at the ends with double security hooks. Gemstones: Mounted in mosaic inlaid, with opals
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Opal, Turquoise, Rhodocrosite, 14k Gold, Yell...
Mosaic Opal Earrings with High Polished 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bezels
Located in Addison, TX
Classic Mosaic Opal earrings with High Polished 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bezels. These earrings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Mosaic Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7.25
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Mosaic Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7.25- This lovey ring features one
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Stylized Mosaic Opal Inlaid Yellow Gold Cross
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Stylized 14k yellow gold cross featuring an opal mosaic design. It is hanging from a yellow gold
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Opal Ring, One-of-a-kind Mosaic Opal Bypass Ring, Handmade in Our Shop
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
We LOVE the bypass shape of this design! A genuine opal mosaic on one side and a brilliant, white
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Black Opal Padparadscha Sapphire Diamond Mosaic Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
different cut shapes and colours are set like a mosaic. Handmade the traditional way, no casting or printing
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, Padparadscha Sapphir...
1960s Opal Mosaic 14 Karat Gold Modernist Cufflinks
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Incredible 14 karat gold and opal mosaic cufflinks, circa 1960's. Cufflinks measure 5/8" square
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Joke Quick Lightning Ridge Black Opal Rose-Cut Diamond Mosaic Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
different cut shapes and colours are set like a mosaic. This Ring is Handmade the traditional way, no
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Opal Mosaic Ring Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry Pear Cut
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage opal mosaic cocktail ring (circa 1970s to 1980s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
295 Carat Opal Mosaic Beads, Gem Quality with Fancy Yellow Gold Diamond Clasp
Located in Tustin, CA
Australian opal specimens to create each mosaic bead. Electrifying flashes of red, compliment the rich blue
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Omega Yellow Gold Opal Bracelet Manual Wind Wristwatch, 1980
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
bright Fire Opal Mosaic as is the Face of the watch. 17 jewel mechanical, manual wind Omega movement
Opal, 14k Gold
Sonwai Old Cuff Bangle with a Mosaic of Gemstone Plaques, circa 1991
Located in London, GB
Numerous plaques of coral, turquoise, opal, sugilite, spiny oyster and lapis lazuli 14 Carat yellow
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond and Opal Dial Ladies Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
in clarity, fiery Black Opal mosaic dial. 17 Jewel mechanical, manual wind movement. 5/8 tapering to
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Robin Rotenier Cultured Black South Sea Pearl Opal Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Robin Rotenier
Located in Stamford, CT
Robin Rotenier faceted cultured South Sea black pearl pendant necklace in 18k yellow gold with opal
Opal, Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Opal Mosaic Earrings
Located in DALLAS, TX
14k yellow gold inlay mosaic opal earrings with omega clip backs. 7.0dwt
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid 14 Karat Gold Mosaic Turquoise and Opal Inlay Cross Pendant 8.9 Grams
Located in Manchester, NH
Solid 14K Yellow Gold Mosaic Turquoise & Opal Inlay Cross Pendant 8.9 grams This pendant measures
Opal Inlay Gold Heart Pendant
Located in Vail, CO
Heart-shaped pendant with opal inlay mosaic, in 14k yellow gold. Pendant dimensions: 1.5 x 1".
Opal, 14k 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
$780 / item
W 0.48 in L 0.79 in
Ethiopian Opal Diamond 14k Solid Gold Kitty Cat Earring Cat Bow Stud 1 pc only
Located in Chicago, IL
Ethiopian Opal Diamond 14k Solid Gold Kitty Cat Earring Cat Bow Stud Note :- price listed is for per items 1 pc = 780$ If u want pair select 2 items 780$ X 2 item = 1560$ ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
English 925 Sterling Silver Natural Colourful Opal Victorian Style Ring
Located in Chesham, GB
Our stunning ornate five stone Victorian inspired ring design is made in Sterling silver and handset with beautiful natural Australian opals measuring 6x4mm (0.24"x0.16), 5x4mm (0.20...
Opal, Sterling Silver
$1,772 / item
Heart garnet Eternity Ring in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with heart natural garnets. Heart garnet eternity ring band. Valentines gift jewelry. Full circle of hearts. January birthstone ring. Heart Garnet gold ring. Love ring....
Garnet, 14k Gold
Sterling Silver England Three Lions Signet Ring
Located in Chesham, GB
The Three Lions symbol dates back to the 12th century. The Royal Arms of England was first adopted as the symbol of the monarch, Richard the Lionheart. The symbol of the Three Lions ...
Sterling Silver
Black Opal and Diamonds Ring in 14k Gold. Gold Ring with Opal
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal and diamonds ring in 14k gold. Genuine opal ring. Gold ring with opal Metal: 14k solid gold Weight: 2.4 g (depends from size) Main stone - opal, black with color play, o...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold
$3,544 / item
Black Opal, Sapphires, Peridots 14k Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal, sapphires, peridots, topazs 14k gold ring. Genuine opal ring. Opal 14k gold cocktail ring. Multicolor gold ring. Metal: 14 karat gold. Weight: 3.5 gr (depends from size...
Topaz, Black Opal, Sapphire, Peridot, Opal, 14k Gold
$1,050
Opal Opulence Ring!
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Bring color into your life! Vintage ring with a beautiful opal doublet. Materials: 14k Weight: 6g Size: 6.75 Stone: 19.3 x 11.5
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal Gold Ring Polychrome Gem Natural Harlequin Opal Unisex
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold ring with doublet of a natural black opal on a petrified wood base opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.12 х 0.35 х 0.94 in / 3 х 9 х 24 mm ring size - 7 US...
Black Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$1,772 / item
Black Opal Vitage Style Ring in 14 Karat Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal vitage style ring in 14 karat gold. Ethiopian opal cabochon ring. October Birthstone opal ring. Multicolor opal ring. Material: 14 karat gold Weight: 2.6 - 3 g. (depends...
Black Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage 14K Two Tone Gold and Sapphire Ring Size 6.5 #17813
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Two Tone Gold and Sapphire Ring SIze 6.5 This lovely vintage ring features one round natural blue sapphire set in meticulously detailed 14K white and yellow gold. Width...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,000
W 0.99 in D 0.75 in L 2.09 in
1676 Friedrich von Arenstorff Intaglio Fob wax Seal Rock Crystal Silver
Located in SE
Unique 17th century fob pendant in silver mount with 3 seals carved in solid rock crystal,in original wood and leather case box that used to belong to Friedrich von Arensdorff (1626–...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Silver
Chunky Men's Oval Cut 6.50 Carat Black Opal Statement Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 11 Bold and mesmerizing, this statement ring features a captivating 6.50 carat oval-cut black opal doublet that dances with brilliant flashes of color. The opal's multico...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Black Opal Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Geometric Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. A contemporary yellow gold ring set with an oval cabochon black opal. On either side, at the start of the ring, 2 x 3 modern brilliant-cut diamonds are ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gin & Grace 14K Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal Ring with Real Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace ring. This ring is made up of 7MM Round-cut Prong Setting Ethiopian Opal (1pcs) ...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow & White Gold Art Nouveau Oval Amethyst Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Ring 18ct Yellow & White Gold Tested Circa 1910-1920 This exquisite 18ct two-tone gold Art Nouveau ring beautifully captures the essence of the era with its elega...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, White 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).