21st Century Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A mesmerizing GIA-certified black opal cocktail ring featuring a vibrant double cabochon displaying
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$1,314Sale Price / item|44% Off
Three opal vintage style 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Three opal vintage style 14k gold ring. 14k gold ring with genuine opals. Three gemstone ring
Opal, 14k Gold
Dynamic Solitaire Ethiopian Opal Band Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Wow...Beautiful Solitaire Ring featuring an Ethiopian Opal; weighing approx. 0.81 Carat; Oxidized
Opal, Sterling Silver
Victorian Natural Opal and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
A striking Victorian cluster ring set with a large natural oval opal surrounded by a border of old
Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fine and natural opal from Australia. It weighs 5.91 carats and has excellent play of color. As
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
$1,971Sale Price / item|44% Off
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
Opal, Peridot, Sapphire, Black Opal, Topaz, 14k Gold
$760Sale Price / item|20% Off
Genuine Pink Opal Flower Oval Blue Sapphire Cabochon Solid 14K Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Genuine Pink Opal Flower 33 mm. in diameter with in the center an Oval Blue Sapphire size 7x9 mm
Opal, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely platinum ring featuring a 3.28 carat Australian crystal opal. It has great play of color
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
15.12 Carat Oval Cabochon Opal Cocktail Ring with Garnet Halo in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
cabochon-cut opal that shimmers with a captivating play of multiple colors. The opal’s ethereal glow is
Garnet, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Opal Gold Diamond Ring Australian Gemstone Engagement ring
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold ring with Black opal and diamonds opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.079 х
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fine boulder opal from Australia with excellent play-of-color. The 3.85 carat gem opal shows a
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Opal Pink Sapphires Gold Ring Promise Wedding Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
of the ring - 7.75 US (this ring may be resized, please contact us for further information) opal
Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Opal Coral and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This highly stylized ring features a cabochon Ethiopian opal in the center of a diamond frame set
Coral, Diamond, Opal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
$8,798Sale Price|20% Off
New 18k Gold 17.61ctw GIA Oval Cabochon Opal w/ Round Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
% ready to wear and impress upon arrival. Enjoy! --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage White Gold 3.09ct Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful vintage ring features a luminous opal cabochon displaying vibrant flashes of orange
Diamond, Opal, White Gold
19.16 Carat Oval Cabochon Opal and Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 Make a stunning statement with this dazzling 19.16 carat opal cocktail ring. This
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Cabochon Opal Cocktail Ring with Diamond Halo Set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.5 This exquisite oval cabochon opal ring is beautifully set in 14 karat yellow gold
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Opal Gold Diamond Ring Australian Gemstone Engagement Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold ring with Black opal and diamonds opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.079 х
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Opal Gold Ring Genuine Australian special person gift opal wedding anniversary
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
This ring has a majestic Boulder Opal in a sublime White Gold body that has a medieval structured
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold Ring Opal Waves Boulder ring Gemstone Unisex Jewelry
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
boulder opal in place. Thoughtful, masterful craftsmanship is apparent in this artistic solitaire ring
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Natural Trillion Cut Diamond Opal Ring Platinum
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Trillion Cut Diamond Opal Ring Platinum This estate ring is made in solid Platinum and set
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Twist Opal Ring in 18K Gold Settings
By Kavant & Sharart
Located in Bangkok, 10
Opal 4.45 carats Ring in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.4 cm Inspired by the spirit
Opal, 18k Gold
8.36 Carat Cabochon Opal Cocktail Ring with Diamond Halo in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
marvellous ring features a single cabochon oval shaped opal stone prong set in polished yellow gold and
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Oval Opal & Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Three-Stone Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
treasure collection. At the center of this ring lies a mesmerizing 5.1 carat cabochon oval opal. The
Opal, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fire Opal Diamond Platinum 3-Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A luscious fire opal weighing 10.95 carats takes center stage. It has a vibrant orange hue with
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
$985Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k Gold Ring with Opal and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with natural opal and diamonds. October birthstone ring. 14k solid gold
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Gold Opal ring Statement Valentine's Day gift Engagement ring
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
boulder opal in place. Thoughtful, masterful craftsmanship is apparent in this artistic solitaire ring
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
$825Sale Price / item|44% Off
Black opal 14k gold ring.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal 14k gold ring. Rainbow opal ring. Cabochon opal ring. Vintage opal ring. Ethiopian Opal
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
$1,196Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Black Opal Ring Rose Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
An Antique Victorian Black Opal Ring in a gorgeous engraved multi dimensional setting in 10 Karat
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Opal Crystal Pipe Gold Ring Natural Gemstone Multicolor Hameleon Triangle Opal
Located in Berlin, DE
18K gold ring with natural Crystal Pipe Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.12 x
Opal, Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
A Superb 3.17ct Mexican Fire Opal & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply Gorgeous 3.17ct Mexican Fire Opal & Diamond Platinum ring, approx 20-30 years old. The
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
Victorian 18K Gold Opal Five Stone Ring
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Victorian 18K Gold Opal Five Stone Ring This Antique English Five-Stone Opal Ring, crafted in 18k
Opal, 18k Gold
A Magnificent 11.71ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply stunning 11.71ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum ring, approx 20-30 years old
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Opal Yellow Gold Ring Daenerys Style Natural Opal Crystal Pipe Luminous Stone
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold ring with Natural Opal Crystal Pipe opal origin - Australia opal measurements
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.31tcw 18K Natural Black Opal & Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a ravishing, Australian black opal and diamond right hand ring. This piece is as chic
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal
Brooke Gregson 18K Gold Boulder Opal Ring
Located in Venice, CA
Designed by Brooke Gregson, this 18k gold ring features a rectangular boulder opal in a simple
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 18K Gold Opal Five Stone Ring
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Victorian 18K Gold Opal Five Stone Ring This Antique English Five-Stone Opal Ring, crafted in 18k
Opal, 18k Gold
9.21 Carat Oval Cabochon Black Opal and Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Truly incredible black opal and diamond cocktail ring with bold, vibrant colors. This rare, vintage
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue-Green Australian Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic Australian opal weighing 5.17 carats takes center stage. It has great play of color as
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Mid-Century White Opal and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This lively mid-century platinum ring features a captivating 5.75-carat oval cabochon white opal at
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
White and Fancy Colour Diamond Opal Ring
Located in New York, NY
The oval-shaped opal (5.82cts.)set at the center of this luxurious ring captivates the eyes with
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Opal Scratched Silver Ring Natural Australian Gemstone gift
Located in Berlin, DE
This elegant sterling silver ring features a natural dark opal sourced from Australia, renowned
Opal, Silver
Natural Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Natural Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum Black Opal and Diamond Ring features one Natural
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$394Sale Price / item|44% Off
Vintage Style Opal and pearl Silver, Gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Opal and pearl ring. Cabochon Opal ring. Vintage style/Old Style Opal pearl ring. Genuine Opal
Opal, Pearl, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring 1.69 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ethiopian Opal
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
$985Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k Gold Ring with Opal, Ruby and Diamonds, Turtle Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with natural opal, ruby and diamonds. October birthstone ring. 14k solid
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold
8.48 Carat Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely fire opal ring coming from the mines in Mexico weighing 8.48 carats. The opal has a bright
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
Vintage 14K Gold Fire Opal Briar Patch Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold ring is reminiscent of a briar patch, with four iridescent fire opals held within
Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
14k Bubble Turquoise Cabochon Opal diamond cluster Ring. 14k Turquoise cluster
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Beautiful and FUN turquoise, opal, and diamond cluster bouquet 14k Ring Condition: Shows limited signs of
Art Nouveau 14k Opal & Diamond Navette Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful opal and diamond ring from the Art Nouveau (ca1910s) era! Crafted in 14k rose gold
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring 1.69 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ethiopian Opal
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 14K Gold Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage 14K Gold Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring Approximate Dimensions: 7 (Ring Size) 1.25 inches
White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Australian White Opal Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A luscious natural Australian opal that shows every color from red, blue, green all the way to
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.77 Carat Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Platinum Ribbon Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking ring featuring a 6.77-carat cabochon opal. The opal, with its vibrant orange hue, is
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
Black Opal and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Black opal and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with an oval cabochon natural black opal in an
Black Opal, Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Opal Yellow Gold Ring Nacreous Natural Gem Engagement ring
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 1.00ct Sapphire 0.60ct Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a fabulous 18k white gold ring. The ring is centered with lovely cabochon opal. The center
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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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