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
Platinum Natural Fire Opal & Diamond Halo Cocktail Statement Dome Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Platinum Natural Fire Opal & Diamond Halo Cocktail Statement Dome Ring Metal: Platinum Weight
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large fine crystal opal from Australia weighing 5.97 carats. It has fantastic play-of-color as
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
7.14 Carat Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Here we have a very fine vivid jelly orange fire opal from Mexico which has excellent play-of-color
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
Certified 6.94 Opal Diamonds And Emerald Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
Opal Pear Shape Cabochon - 6.94 Carats The ring is currently a size 6 and can be resized. Please feel
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
$3,192Sale Price|20% Off
Vivid Ethiopian Opal Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Vivid Ethiopian Opal Ring in 14k Yellow Gold Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this ring showcases a
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,792Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Opal & Ruby Frog Ring in 14k
Located in Bloomington, MN
Vintage Opal & Ruby Frog Ring in 14k This vintage ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and
Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Opal Silver Ring Polychrome Unisex Multicolor Heather Purple Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
An impressive unisex matte finish silver ring with natural large cabochon-cut Black Opal Opal
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
$3,500Sale Price|20% Off
Fire Opal Ring Retro Certified 5.5 Carats Circa 1940s
Located in Northampton, MA
six cabochons of natural fire opals from Mexico. These gorgeous and highly-prized gems measure from
Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold
Opal Gold Ring Waves Engagement Ring Art Nouveau Style
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with natural Opal opal origin - Ethiopia opal measurements - 0.28 х 0.31 х
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k gold opal and diamond ring, UK
Located in Chorzów, PL
ring features a cabochon-cut opal weighing approximately 0.64 ct (approx. 7.95 x 6.04 mm) and six
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
18KT Yellow Gold Square Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A bold opal ring with a soft, luminous presence. The square cabochon opal shows shifting color
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k Opal Three Stone Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
gold, and features three opal cabochons running horizontally across the front of the ring. The opals
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Aura Opal 18K Gold Ring Australian Fine Sunset Gemstone Gabilo opal wedding gift
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Aura ring with natural Australian Opal in 18K white gold opal origin - Australia ring size - 9 US
Opal, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Big Opal Ring Gold Engagement Ring Large Wedding Band
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural boulder Opal 14K yellow gold ring Opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.59
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,800 / item
Snake Opal 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This snake ring has been meticulously crafted from 18 Karat yellow gold. It is set in .2 carat Opal
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Australian Neon Opal Silver Engagement Ring
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural freeform Neon Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.39 x
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 18k Gold Ring with Black Opal & Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
This gorgeous contemporary ring showcases the mesmerizing beauty of natural black opal
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,800 / item
17.85 Carat Tanzanite Opal Diamond Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This stunning ring is crafted in 18-karat gold and sterling silver. It is hand set in 17.85 carats
Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Opal Gold Ring Gemstone Unisex Engagement Band
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
$5,300 / item
Opal Blue Sapphire Fluid Diamond Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18-karat gold & sterling silver, this stunning ring is set with 17.41 carats blue sapphire
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Dune Opal Ring Gold Precious Opal Gemstone Wedding Gift Unisex Jewelry Rainbow
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
"Dune" - 14K yellow gold ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal weight - 14
Opal, Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian Opal & Diamond 18K Prong Set Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Looking for a Victorian opal ring? This fabulous ring has three beautiful, full spectrum
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9KT Gold Three Stone Opal Ring, Circa 1970s
Located in Braintree, GB
1970s Metal: 9KT gold Other details: Three stone ring Stones: Type of Stone: Opal Cut: Cabochon Clarity
Opal, 9k Gold
Mid-Century Platinum Black Opal and Diamond Ballerina Style Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cabochon black opal, measuring 12.30 x 8.81 x 4.10 mm. The opal's vibrant play-of-color is beautifully
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum, GIA Certified
Located in La Jolla, CA
Diamond Ring features one natural Black Opal oval cabochon, weighing 6.45 carats, with blue and green play
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Dalben Magnificent Australian Opal Rose Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 10,35 carat bezel-set oval shape
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 17k White Gold 9.75tcw Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking vintage ring crafted in 17k white gold, centered with a substantial 9.75 carat opal
Diamond, Opal
Black Opal Silver Ring Polychrome Unisex Multicolor Heather Purple Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
An impressive unisex matte finish 925 sterling silver ring with natural medium large cabochon-cut
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
Dalben Oval Australian Opal Yellow Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Australian opal . Ring size US 6 1/2 - EU 53 re-sizable to most finger sizes. Bezel setting dimension
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dalben Oval Australian Opal Yellow Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
opal . Ring size US 6 1/2 - EU 53 re-sizable to most finger sizes. Bezel setting dimension: width
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Black Opal Ring 14K Gold Cocktail Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Black Opal Ring 14K Gold Cocktail Vintage This stunning vintage ring is finely
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$14,990Sale Price|20% Off
Victor Velyan Black Opal and Diamond Ring
By Victor Velyan
Located in Carmel, CA
This ring was designed and made by well known designer Victor Velyan. It features a single Black
Diamond, Opal, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver
$1,198Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Platinum 2.51ctw Oval Opal & Diamond Accents Classic Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Color w/ Very Nice
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
$1,356Sale Price|20% Off
Fire Opal Ring Art Deco Princess Bombe 14 Karat Gold Opals Blue Green
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A WONDERFUL ART DECO OPAL PRINCESS RING IN 14 KARAT GOLD OF GREAT BEAUTY. The wonderful
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 9ct Gold & Opal Doublet Signet Style Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine vintage gold and opal signet style ring. With oval opal doublet cabochon bezel set in
Opal, Gold, 9k Gold
$978Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k Gold Ring with Rubies, Diamonds and Opals
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with natural rubies, diamonds and opals. October birthstone ring. July
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold
Emerald Diamond Opal Ring 14K Gold Cocktail Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Emerald Diamond Opal Ring 14K Gold Cocktail Vintage Opal Ring, Emerald Ring, Diamond Ring, Vintage
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.96 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning black opal and diamond cocktail ring features a gorgeous 2.96 carat black opal with
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$524Sale Price|30% Off
Natural Black Opal Ring in 925 St. Silver Handmade Vintage Style Statement Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Ethiopian Black Opal Ring in 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Style Genuine Opal
Opal, Black Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring 0.03 Carats 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ethiopian Opal
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Opal and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The opals in this ring are gorgeous and throw some great colours. They are set flush within the
Opal, Gold
Boulder Opal Ring Gold Statement Art Nouveau style ring large
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural boulder Opal 14k yellow gold ring Opal origin - Australia Opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.59
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ethiopian Opal Yellow Gold Ring Natural Neon Rainbow engagement ring
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with natural Opal opal origin - Ethiopia opal measurements - 0.28 х 0.31 х
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 10k Opal Three Stone Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous opal ring from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! This lovely piece is crafted in 10k yellow
Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring 0.03 Carats 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ethiopian Opal
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,280Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum 3.98ctw Oval Fiery Colorful Opal Round Diamond Accents Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Very Nice Play of Colors
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
21st Century GIA Opal Diamond Cocktail Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning diamond and opal cocktail ring is crafted in solid platinum, weighing 10.3 grams and
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Victorian Opal Garnet Ring 14K Gold Antique Wedding Engagement Stacking Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is an Antique Victorian - Edwardian 14K Gold Ring with five gorgeous natural round Opals of
Opal, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Opal and 9 Carat Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The opal set up high in a crown style setting is so glossy and throws so much colour! There is an
Opal, Gold
Art Nouveau Platinum Opal and Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
ring holds a central, beautiful crystal opal cabochon, which is held within a bezel setting. The
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring 0.03 Carats 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ethiopian Opal
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
Luminous Opal & Diamond Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Luminous Opal & Diamond Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.79 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A very fine and beautifully shaped black Australian opal takes center stage. It weighs 6.79 carats
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Opal & Diamond Halo Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Northampton, MA
This magnificent statement ring showcases an extraordinary solid natural opal from Australia, most
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
7.67 Carat Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely platinum made ring featuring a fine Australian crystal opal weighing an impressive 7.67
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
$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
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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