14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 5.75 #15210
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 5.75- This stunning ring features four oval opal stones (7 mm x 5 mm each) and one round brilliant cut diamond set in classic 14K yel...
Opal, Moonstone, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Large Oval Cabochon Opal and Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 Total Weight: 6.1 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemstone: Opal Gemstone Measurements: ~24.5 mm x 11.9 mm x ...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Black Rhodium and Rose Gold Australian Black Opal and Emerald Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made with 14 karat rose gold and 14 karat white gold that has a black rhodium finish and features a 4.30ct Australian black opal with a mixture of colors like blue, gree...
Opal, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium
Opal Emerald Diamond Matching Ring and Pendant Set in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Opal Jewelry Set includes a matching ring and pendant crafted in 14K yellow gold, each featuring a luminous oval cabochon opal accented with emeralds and diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 6.94 Opal Diamonds And Emerald Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
* ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* This 18K White Gold Opal, Emerald, and Diamond Ring is breathtaking.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Halo Ring Size 5.5 #20937
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Halo Ring Size 5.5 This stunning 14K yellow gold ring features a mesmerizing opal center stone (9 mm x 7 mm) surrounded by a halo of 20 round brilli...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Faceted Opal and Diamond Ring Size 6.5 #19823
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Faceted Opal and Diamond Ring Size 6.5 JAGi Certified- This elegant ring features one oval faceted opal* (12.2 m x 8.7 mm), two baguette diamonds and two round b...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
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Morganite Opal and Sapphire Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Tinguely Bijoux
Located in Boston, MA
Neo Rococo cocktail ring with center four carat morganite surrounded by opals, pink and white sapphires beautifully set in 18 karat rose gold.
Morganite, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold Cushion Opal, Pink Sapphire, and Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made with 14 karat rose gold and features an 5.50ct cushion cut Opal and is surrounded by 101 pavé set round cut pink sapphires weighing 0.55ct and 49 round cut diamonds...
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
9K Gold Solid Natural Amethyst and Opal Vintage Style Marquise Floral Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Graceful look with this Natural Amethyst and Opal Vintage Style Marquise Floral Ring, inspired by the elegance of a blooming flower.
Opal, Amethyst, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara 14K Solid Gold Opal and Diamond Twisted Vine Ring, 1.13 CTW
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description:Featuring a beautiful leaf and vine shank in 14k solid gold, this opal and diamond ring elicits a nature-inspired vibe.
Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
14 Karat White Gold Opal and Diamond Halo Ring Size 6.25 #17642
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 6.25 This lovely ring features one oval opal gemstone (9 mm x 7 mm) surrounded by 12 round single cut diamonds8 set in classic 14K whi...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal 1.80Ctw And Diamond 0.25Ctw Cocktail Ring 14K White Gold Size 7
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous cocktail ring is crafted in lustrous 14K white gold. The center prong set oval shape white opal weighing 1.80 carats glistens with multicolor hues and is surrounded by ...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
LeVian Large Neopolitan Opal, Diamond s and Amethyst Ring 14k Strawberry Gold
By Suzy Levian
Located in Miami, FL
LeVian Large Neopolitan Opal, Diamond s and Amethyst Ring 14k Strawberry Gold.
Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Aurelie Opal Diamond Ring, 14K White Gold with 1.05ct Opal & Diamonds - Size 6.5
Located in Greeneville, TN
The Aurelie Ring is a graceful blend of elegance and mystique, featuring a luminous 1.05ct opal set in 14K white gold, accented with sparkling natural diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, White Gold
18k Rose Gold Ring with Opal Stone and Round Cut Diamonds
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
This exquisite 18K rose gold ring features a mesmerising opal centre stone, reminiscent of a celestial galaxy with its play of colours.
Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Australian Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Denver, CO
A luminous Australian opal measuring approximately 3.00 carats, with iridescent hues of blue, green, yellow, orange and pink, centers this exquisite antique ring surrounded by a halo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gin and Grace Classic 14K Ethiopian Opal and Onyx Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Ring weighs 6.42 grams. Crafted with 14K Yellow Gold, this delicate Ring is polished to a high finish shine.
White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Halo Ring Size 5.25 #21456
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Halo Ring Size 5.25 This radiant 14K yellow gold ring showcases a mesmerizing natural oval opal (9 mm x 7 mm) at its center, surrounded by a sp...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Toi Moi Opal Bead Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
Abstract and artful, Ri Noor's Toi Moi Opal Bead Emerald and Diamond Ring creates a dynamic contrast between geometric shapes.
Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
18k Rose Gold Ring with Opal Stone and Round Cut Diamonds
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Presenting a chic rose gold ring that seamlessly blends couture and fashion.
Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Era 1800s Opal, Emerald, and Diamond Ring in Gold and Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Transport yourself to the refined allure of the Victorian Era with our meticulously crafted Opal Emerald and Diamond Ring. This exquisite cocktail ring showcases prong-set opal stone...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, Silver
Opal and Diamond Openwork Solitaire Ring in 9K Yellow Gold Vintage Style
Located in Bangkok, TH
A luminous natural opal sits at the heart of this Opal Openwork Ring, framed by sparkling diamonds and an elegant geometric setting in solid 9K yellow gold.
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Rosalyn 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cut Opal Ring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 14K Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
BUNDA 1.78ct Fire Opal and 0.93ct Diamonds ring in 18k white gold
By Ben Bunda
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A BUNDA 'Pavo' ring in 18ct white gold, featuring a bezel set, rich orange, Volcanic opal, and pave set, round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Fire Opal, White Gold
Aurelia 14K Yellow Gold Cushion-Cut Opal Ring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 14K Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Solid 18K White Gold 13.5ct Opal and Diamond Double Halo Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Ideal for opal collectors or those seeking a unique, colorful alternative to traditional diamond rings—this ring transitions beautifully from daytime elegance to evening drama.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Stunning Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Wedding Band Ring.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Other Important Details: The ring is a Size 9. The band is not stamped, but has been tested to be 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Oval Amethyst and Opal Vintage Style Halo Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Designed as an amethyst opal gold ring, its captivating contrast of deep violet hues and fire-filled opals brings poetic charm to any fine jewelry collection.
Amethyst, Opal, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Opal and Ruby Vintage Style Cocktail Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The fiery play-of-color of the opal paired with the deep red of the rubies makes this ring a captivating and unique statement piece.
Opal, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal and Diamond Vintage Style Floral Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A true masterpiece, this vintage floral ring features a captivating natural opal as the heart of the design, delicately shaped like a blooming flower.
Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White and Rose Gold Oval Opal, Pink Sapphire, and Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made with 14 karat white and rose gold and features an 5.89ct oval cut Opal and is surrounded by 100 pavé set round cut pink sapphires weighing 0.46ct and 48 round cut d...
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Oval Cabochon Cut White Opal and Round Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold White Opal: 1 oval cabochon cut= 3.35ct Diamonds: 20 round cut= 0.70cttw Color: H-I Clarity: SI1-SI2 Dimensions: the ring measures 19.45mm w...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
French Belle Epoque opal diamond cluster ring in 18k gold and platinum
Located in PARIS, FR
Opal diamond cluster ring in 18 karat gold and platinum.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
9K Yellow Gold Natural Cabochon Amethyst and Opal Vintage Style Cluster Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Radiate timeless charm with this Natural Cabochon Amethyst and Opal Vintage-Style Cluster Ring. A smooth amethyst cabochon glows at the center, surrounded by luminous opals that add ...
Amethyst, Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Emerald & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold. The faceted fire opal is exceptionally rare and stunning!
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Garnet and Opal Vintage Style Cocktail Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
CHARACTERISTICS Status: Made to order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 9K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 1.51 carat.
Opal, Garnet, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Natural Rainbow Sapphire and Opal Ring in 14k Gold, India, 5-6 Carats
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 14-carat gold and features a rainbow sapphire, opal and a diamond gemstone.
Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 4.09-Carat White Opal and Diamond Halo in Platinum and Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
The Opal is mounted in a thin, but sturdy, 18k yellow gold ring shank that integrates with a platinum halo prong mounting.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Platinum
Cabochon Garnet and Opal Vintage Style Ring in Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
CHARACTERISTICS Status: Made to order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 1.25 carat.
Garnet, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 4.09-carat White Opal and Diamond Halo in Platinum and Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
The Opal is mounted in a thin, but sturdy, 18k yellow gold ring shank that integrates with a platinum halo prong mounting.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Platinum
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
14K White Gold Rectangular Cabochon Cut White Opal and Round Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold White Opal: 1 Rectangular Cabochon Cut= 13.94ct Diamonds: 24 round cut= 3.36cttw Color: I Clarity: SI2-I1 Dimensions: the ring measures 21.2...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Retro Opal and Ruby Cocktail Ring, Size 6.25, USA
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Ruby Ring. The ring features a fancy opal measuring 13.2 x 8.5mm.
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Statement Ring with Natural Opal Ruby and Diamond, featuring Pear
Located in Jupiter, FL
Introducing our exquisite Natural Opal, Ruby, and Diamond Statement Ring, a testament to unparalleled beauty and craftsmanship.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold
Art Deco Opal and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The rose cut diamonds either side of the opal total 4pts each side. The ring itself is modelled in 9ct gold.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 9k Gold
Kabana 14K Yellow Gold 0.21 Ct Diamond, Tourmaline and Inlaid Opal Ring
By Kabana
Located in Southampton, PA
A spectacular array of gemstones makes this Kabana ring truly unforgettable. This piece showcases radiant inlaid opal stones, a 0.65 carat Tourmaline, and diamonds totaling 0.21 cara...
Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Gold Black Onyx and Pink Opal Round Beads Rubies Black Diamonds Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and elegant Art Deco Style ring composed of a flat oval ring in solid 14 Kt yellow gold with 3 round black onyx beads with small faceted rubies set on one side and 3 pink op...
Black Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Opal Engagement Ring with Emerald and Diamond Halo in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this sophisticated Opal Halo Ring combines the timeless beauty of an Art Deco Engagement Ring, a striking Emerald Opal Ring, and the brilliance of a class...
Opal, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold 1.56ctw Opal and Diamond 9 Stone Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique opal, diamond, and yellow gold ring, comprising six old cut diamonds, and three oval opal cabochons, in 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.43 Carat Cushion Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning cocktail ring showcases a beautiful 4.43 carat Cushion Opal flanked on each side by a set of 3 baguette white diamond set in 18 karat white gold.
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Designer 20 Carat Freeform Peruvian Opal and Diamond Gold Statement Ring
By Oro Trend
Located in Montreal, QC
Stylish and Finely detailed Peruvian Opal and Diamond Gold Oro Trend Statement Ring. Centering a 20 Carat Freeform Peruvian Opal.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.71 Carat Cushion Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This ring is set in 18k White Gold. Total Diamond Weight = 0.46 Carats.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Large Australian Lightning Ridge Black Opal and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K White Gold Style: Opal and Diamond Ring Total Weight: 23.90 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemstone: Australian Lightning Ridge Black Opa...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Opal and Emerald Filigree Three Stone Ring in 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Bringing together luminous natural opals, vibrant emerald accents, and sparkling diamonds, this Opal Emerald Ring features an elegant Filigree Three Stone Ring design crafted in soli...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 8.72 Carat Opal and 0.28 Carat Diamond, 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage opal ring has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.00 Carats Natural Australian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.00 Carats Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring Amazing play of colors opal.
Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 2.60 Carat Opal and 0.26 Cttw Diamond Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Breathtaking jelly opal with lovely blue and green play of color takes center stage in this enchanting ring!
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
"Sunyer" Catalan Art Nouveau–Art Deco Platinum and Gold Opal & Diamond Ring
By Oriol Sunyer
Located in OVIEDO, AS
"Sunyer" Catalan Transitional Art Nouveau–Art Deco Platinum and Gold Opal & Diamond Cluster Ring, Circa 1925 Graceful and radiant, this 1925s ring by Catalan master jeweler Sunyer br...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 0.70ct Opal and Diamond Three Stone Ring, hallmarked1961
Located in London, GB
With hallmarks dating to 1961, this beautiful opal and diamond ring has been created in a Victorian style.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k 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).
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.
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