Mid-Century Diamond Opal Platinum 14 Karat Gold Vintage Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped jelly opal cabochon measuring 10.0 x 16.0 mm Semi-transparent white in
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Ceylon Multi Sapphires & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Ethiopian Opal & Multi Sapphires Cocktail Ring set in
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ethiopian Opal Ring With Diamonds 6.38 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Opal Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Floral Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This delightful vintage style ring is centered with a bezel set oval cabochon white opal. The opal
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Ethiopian Opal Ring With Diamonds 6.38 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 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. Stunning work of art
Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Nice Play Of Colors Opal w/ Diamond Sides Shoulders Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Gray Base / Very Nice Play
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Tanzanites & Rose Cut Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Opal & Tanzanite Cocktail Dome Ring set in 18K White
Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Jelly Opal Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped jelly opal cabochon measuring 11.0 x 21.5 mm Transparent white in body
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ethiopian Opal Ring With Diamonds 6.38 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
La Triomphe 14k Gold & Palladium Opal Diamond Black Enamel Cluster Flower Ring
By La Triomphe
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (13) Natural Genuine Opal - 1 Round Cabochon Cut & 12 Marquise Cabochon Cut - Bezel
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$390Sale Price|25% Off
Natural White Opal 925 Sterling Silver Ring Handmade Full of Fire Size 9.5
Located in Peshawar, PK
GEMSTONE TYPE: Opal ⚖️ WEIGHT: 12.79 Grams 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Cabochon Cut 💍 RING SIZE (US): 9.5 🌈 COLOR
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Ethiopian Opal Ring With Diamonds 6.38 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1940's Opal Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Vintage Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped opal cabochon measuring 10.5 x 12.5 mm Translucent white in body color
Diamond, Opal, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Opal Ring 14k Yellow Gold Mosaic Cocktail Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage opal ring (circa 1970s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Five cabochon cut
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Ethiopian Opal Emerald Sapphire Antique Style Cocktail 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A delightful antique style ring is centered with one prong set, vibrant 11.7 carat oval cabochon
Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$9,792Sale Price|44% Off
Engagement Opal Ring Gold Unisex Tree of Fantasy Forest Lotr Style
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal weight - 14 carats
Crystal, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exceptional Vintage 6.44 Carat Natural Opal Diamond Ring 18K Gold 1.25ct F-G VS
Located in Plantation, FL
An exceptional vintage opal and diamond ring, masterfully crafted in 18 karat two-tone gold (7.8g
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage Australian Solid Crystal Opal Diamond Flower Cluster Ring in 10K Gold
Located in SYDNEY, AU
This stunning ornate design vintage opal ring is set with six beautiful and bright pear-shaped
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baden & Foss Mid-Century Opal Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Vintage Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a rectangular shaped opal cabochon measuring 10.0 x 8.0 mm Translucent white in body
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White 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
Rusty Thought Opal Infinite Shield Ring 18k Yellow Gold Crossed Textured Bands
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Your personal talisman and protector, this "Infinite Shield" opal ring by Rusty Thought has an
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Large Oval Opal w/ Diamond Spray Side Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Color w/ Play of
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2.75ct Natural Jelly Opal Diamond Ring Platinum Estate Fine Jewelry Sz 6
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish natural jelly opal & diamond cocktail ring crafted in 900 platinum. Cabochon cut natural
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Antique Edwardian English 18k Gold & Platinum Opal Old Diamond Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Round Cabochon Cut - Pave Set - White Base w/ Nice Play of
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring With Diamond Halo 3.25 Carats 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Opal, Diamond & Ruby Domed Cluster Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This enchanting opal, diamond, and ruby ring bursts with color and texture, creating a dazzling
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Pink Opal Ring With Black Spinel 9.67 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Opal, Black Spinel Total Carat Weight: 9.67 Carats Metal: Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size: 7 US
Opal, Spinel, Black Spinel, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
$787Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic“Capri” Vintage Opal & Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring 18k Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Opal & Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Blue Sapphire
Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Oval Shape Blue Opal & Emerald Diamond Antique Style Cocktail White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This Art Deco style opal ring features a stunning 3.75 oval shaped cabochon opal with French cut
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Opal with Brown Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Opal 10.68 carats with Brown Diamond 1.46 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width
Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$3,264Sale Price|44% Off
Australian Opal 18K Gold ring, wife birthday gift, special person gift wedding
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold ring with natural Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.16 х
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal with Brown Diamond Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Opal 6.12 carats with Brown Diamond 0.87 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.9
Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Art Deco Opal Diamond Ring Sz 6 Platinum Engagement Bridal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco opal & diamond ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 900
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
1900s 5.82ct Authentic Antique Australian Opal and Diamond Cluster 18KYG Ring
Located in New York, NY
ring, Circa 1900. This Crystal Australian opal displays electric play of color in a Oval shape. The
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal with Brown Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Opal 3.33 carats with Brown Diamond 0.82 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.4
Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Diamond 2.35 White Opal 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive opal trilogy ring in yellow gold. Opal Quality: Colour White Cut Cabochon Content 2.35 carats
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1.27 Carat Australian Lightning Ridge Black Opal Ring Made in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.27 Carat, Natural, Australian Black Opal and 0.72 Carats of Diamond
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage GIA Certified Black Opal Mixed Cut Diamond Halo 14K Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Black Opal and Diamond Ring Metal: 14K White Gold Size: 6.25 (Can be resized) Weight: 6.61 grams Center
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ethiopian Opal Ring With Diamonds 6.38 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
8.61 Carat White Opal and 0.04 Carat Diamond 15K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold and 15 karat white gold set cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique opal jewellery collections
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
1.27 Carat Black Opal and 0.70 Carat Diamond Platinum Trilogy Ring Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.27 carat cabochon black opal and 0.70 carat diamond
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1980's Opal Diamond 18 Karat Yellow White Gold Triangular Vintage Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a triangle-shaped opal cabochon measuring 8.0 x 8.0 mm Translucent light gray in body
Diamond, Opal, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 2.60 Carat Opal and 0.26 Cttw Diamond Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
enchanting ring! Made from rich 18 karat yellow gold with diamond halo = 0.26 Cttw. 2.60 Carat Opal is 12 x
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Pink Opal Ring With Black Spinel 9.67 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Opal, Black Spinel Total Carat Weight: 9.67 Carats Metal: Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size: 7 US
Opal, Spinel, Black Spinel, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Opal Diamond Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Oval Crown Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage opal & diamond cocktail ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The natural opal
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring With Diamond Halo 3.25 Carats 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian 15Cttw. Emerald, Opal and Diamond Floral Cocktail Ring in 18k/925
Located in New York, NY
. The cabochon opals on the shoulders of the ring complement the emerald's rich hue and add a touch of
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal & Emerald Sapphire Halo Set 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This gorgeous Opal cocktail ring crafted of 18k yellow gold and features a 6.49 carat center stone
Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Antique Art Nouveau Gold GIA Black Opal & Diamond Repousse Navette Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Milgrain Bezel Set - Very Fiery
Diamond, Opal, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,611Sale Price|44% Off
Opal Silver Ivy Ring Natural Australian Gem Boulder Gem Bicolor Blue Pink Unisex
Located in Berlin, DE
Patinated gold-plated silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia stone
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian 6 Carat Opal Ring Gold Antique Cocktail Statement Engraved Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning Antique Victorian to Art Deco Six Carat Opal Ring with a gorgeous Opal set in
Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 3.47ctw Black Blue & Green Play Opal w/ Trillion Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Base Color w/ Blue
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Victorian Opal and Diamond Trilogy Engagement Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
trilogy ring in yellow gold. Opal Quality Cut Cabochon Content 0.85 carat Diamond Quality Feature
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Round Opal w/ 0.20ctw Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Round Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Base w/ Beautiful
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
37.24 Carat Pear Cut Opal Sapphire Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Trumbull, CT
This exquisite 37.24-carat opal is elegantly encircled by a halo of 0.90 carats of sapphires and
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,110Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Orient” Natural Orange Opal, Kyanite & Diamond Ring Set In 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Natural Orange Opal, Kyanite & Diamond Ring Set In 18K & Silver Natural Oval
Diamond, Opal, Kyanite, 18k Gold, Silver
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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