Vintage Opal and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
9carat gold. Fully hallmarked Birmingham 1983. Ring Size: Q or 8 Opal Dimensions: 9x7mm Cluster
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Opal and 9 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This Superb art deco opal is set in 9ct yellow & white gold. The glossy and colourful stone s set
Opal, Gold
14K White Gold Australian .86ct Black Opal Ring size 5.75
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K white gold Australian black opal ring. This is a natural earth mined black opal weighing .86cts
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Platinum, 18K Gold, Black Opal, & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gold fineness. Ring Size: ca. 8 Gemstone Measurements: 1 black opal cabochon: ca. 13.00 x 11.00 x
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
$889Sale Price / item|50% Off
Oval cab opal ring in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Oval cab opal ring in 14k gold. Floral design ring with opal. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr depends
Opal, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Opal Cluster Ring of 9ct Gold, Circa 2009-2020
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A luminous ring (circa 2009-2020), featuring a vibrant arrangement of nine opals set in 9ct gold
Opal, 9k Gold
Vintage 13.50 Carat Opal and 20k Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
displays a feature 13.50 ct cabochon cut white opal. The pierced decorated, tapering ring shoulders are
Opal, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18KT Gold Five Stone Opal Ring, Chester 1896
Located in Braintree, GB
Gemstones: Natural opals Stones Opals Cut: Oval cabochon Quantity: 5 Carat Weight: 2.00 ct total
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Garnet and Opal 9 Carat Gold Bombe Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This striking ring holds garnets measuring 20pts each and 10pts each. In between the garnets there
Garnet, Opal, Gold
Vintage Opal, Diamond, and Emerald Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A luminous vintage ring from the 1990s, centered with a captivating crystal opal displaying vibrant
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold
Impressive Australian Black Crystal Opal Cocktail Ring
By Morphee
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
cocktail ring. Adorned with faceted Ethiopian opals, it exudes a sense of enchantment and allure. One-of-a
Aquamarine, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, Paraiba, 18k Gold
$3,231Sale Price|17% Off
Leyser "Calypso" 18k White Gold Opal Ring
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
and diamonds. This ring in 18k white gold (15.5g) is set with 1x fine White Opal Cabouchon (oval
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Boulder Opal Ring Gold Gem Unisex Jewelry Unique engagement ring
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with unique Boulder Opal Opal origin - Australia Opal measurements - 0,24 х
Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Opal and Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Style: Opal and Diamond Ring Total Weight: 4.4
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Dalben Australian Opal Diamond Gold Band Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design Opal band ring with 6 Australian Opals and 24 white rose cut Diamonds weighing 0,320
White Diamond, Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$1,704Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-century Bohemian Opal & Diamond Ring in 14k
Located in Bloomington, MN
Mid-century Bohemian Opal & Diamond Ring in 14k This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dalben Australian Opal Diamond Gold Millerighe Ring
By Oreste Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design Opal ring with an Australian Opal weight 3,58 carat and 18 white round brillant cut
White Diamond, Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Antique 24k Yellow Gold 3.10ct Australian Opal Floral Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique ring is crafted in rich 24k yellow gold and features a 3.10 carat Australian opal set
Opal, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern GIA Black Opal Diamond Platinum Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning Fiery blue Black Opal ring was inspired in a Diamond Halo and crafted in platinum
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Art Deco Black Opal and Diamond Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Art Deco black opal and diamond ring. Set to centre with an oval cabochon natural black opal in an
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
$1,430Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum 5.35ctw Oval White Opal w/ Diamond Sides Classic Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Color w/ Amazing
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
$556Sale Price|20% Off
Native American Opal Ring 2.5 Carat Antique Silver
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Native American Opal Sterling Silver Ring with a magnificent large 2.5 Carat
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
4.92 Carat Australian Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful Australian Opal and Diamond ring features a spectacular 4.92 carat Lightening Ridge
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,998Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Platinum 4.88ctw Oval Opal & Diamond Halo Large Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Color w/ Very Nice
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Black Opal Gold Ring Unises Stardust Pattern Engagement Style
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold ring with natural Black Opal black opal - Australia opal measurements - 0.2 х 0.59
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Investment GIA 4.75ct Black Opal Diamond Halo Ring - .900 Platinum - Rare
Located in Media, PA
Black Opal (GIA Certified) Carat Weight: 4.75 Carats Shape: Oval Cabochon Play-of-Color: Intense Red
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage Garnet and Opal 9 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This striking ring holds a garnet measuring 15pts and opals surrounding it. All the stones sit in
Garnet, Opal, Gold
Antique 1.12 Carat Opal and Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
representation of antique engagement rings. Opal Quality Cut Cabochon Content 1.12 carats Dimensions 8.27mm x
Opal, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Mexican Fire Opal & Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A captivating vintage ring crafted in 18K white gold, centered with a glowing 3.55-carat Mexican
Fire Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chromia 6.61ct Ethiopian Opal 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate the enchanting beauty of nature with the Chromia Ethiopian Opal Ring, an exquisite
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 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
$1,916Sale Price|20% Off
Solid Platinum High Quality 4.82ctw Opal & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Color w/ Great Play
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Periwinkle Australian Opal 22 Karat Gold Solitaire Ring
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
Lilac / Periwinkle Blue Opal and 22k yellow gold bezel stackable artisan ring. Opal ring is size US
Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring 1.69 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ethiopian Opal
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 4.70 Carat Black Opal 1.08 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring (1980)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
dress ring; part of our opal jewelry collection. This stunning, fine and impressive vintage opal ring
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring 1.20 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ethiopian Opal
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring 1.69 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ethiopian Opal
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
$978Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k Gold Elephant Ring with Opal, Sapphires and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 k solid gold Elephant ring with natural opal, sapphires and diamonds. This mesmerizing ring
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring 1 Carat Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ethiopian Opal
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring 1.58 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ethiopian Opal
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring 1.16 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ethiopian Opal
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Superb Art Deco Black Opal Diamond Ring, circa 1935
Located in London, GB
Art Deco black opal and diamond ring. Set with a marquise shaped cabochon natural unenhanced black
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Victorian 0.50ct Opal and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This delightful opal and diamond ring dates to the 1880s. The central opal weighs 0.50 carat, with
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
12.30 Ct Australian Opal Diamond Large Solitaire ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Impressive Opal and Diamond ring, 1960 ca Exquisitely hand crafted of solid 18 KT white gold in a
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
$2,279Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum 4.6ctw Oval Australian Opal & Baguette Diamond Wavy Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
MUST SEE IN PERSON! --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Opal and diamond Art Deco ring in platinum, cluster ring, 1930's
Located in PARIS, FR
Art Deco cluster opal ring in platinum. This antique cluster ring features a central cabochon-cut
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 14K Gold, Opal, & Paste Signet Style Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
opal cabochon surrounded by a halo of small single cut red paste (glass) stones in a high-set mount
Opal, 14k Gold
Platinum 3.43ctw GIA Long Oval Fiery Australian Black Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Australian Opal - Long Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Judy Geib Platinum 18k Yellow Gold Opal Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handmade opal ring in platinum and 18k yellow gold by New York jewelry designer Judy Geib. Central
Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Dalben Lightning Ridge Australian Opal Rose Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 3,07 carat bezel-set pear shape
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$7,880Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum 5.50ctw GIA Australian Oval Black Opal Open Work Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Base / Nice Play of
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Vintage Opal and 9 Carat Gold Double Row Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The opals in this ring are gorgeous and throw some great colours. They are set upon an ornate
Opal, Gold
Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring 1.69 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ethiopian Opal
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring 1.69 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ethiopian Opal
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring 1.20 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ethiopian Opal
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring 1 Carat Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ethiopian Opal
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling 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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