Ada 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cut Ethiopian Opal Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Earring is crafted from 14K Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace.
Opal, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Avant-Garde 18kt Yellow Gold Fire Opal Drop Earrings, Italy, 7.02ct
Located in Viena, Viena
What a waste - this opal avant-garde drop earrings is made of fire opals cut into shape Earrings made in our traditional Italian goldsmith in Valenza, modern design, earrings with t...
Diamond, Fire Opal, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Oval Black Opal Doublet and RBC Diamond Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed Oval Black Opal Doublet and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Gold Vintage Drop Earrings.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.32 Carat Opal Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these exquisite drop earrings are set with 8.32 carats Opal, .74 carats emerald and 1.51 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
$15,500 / item
7.2 Carat Opal Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 14 karat gold, these exquisite drop earrings are set with 7.2 carats Opal, .68 carats sapphire and 2.35 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
1930s 2.02 Carat Opal and Diamond White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Each of these fine antique earrings features a stunning yellow gold claw set cabochon black opal.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Solid Opal Cabochons Turkmenistan Green Turquoise Blue Turquoise Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic stud earrings with a pair of Oval Solid Opal Cabs measuring 9 x 11 mm set in solid 14 Kt. yellow gold on the top and in the lower parts 2 Turkmenistan Green Turquoise rou...
Opal, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
White Opal Cluster Gold Drop Vintage Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage Tear Drop White Opal Gold Cluster Drop Earrings. Each earring Hand set with a Tear Drop White Opal, surrounded by Round White Opals, weighing approx. 2.00tcw.
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,750 / item
18 Karat Gold 2.35 Carat Opal Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning 2.35 carats Opal diamond stud earrings are handmade in 18-karat white gold.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,800 / item
Opal Diamond 18 Karat Gold Palm Leaf Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold, these beautiful stud earrings are hand set with 2.25 carats opal doublets & .79 carats of diamonds FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collec...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
Moonstone, Opal & Pink Tourmaline 18 Karat Gold Asymmetrical Dangle Earrings
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
Contemporary 18k yellow gold asymmetrical dangle earrings featuring faceted Moonstone, Pink Chalcedony, Rutilated Quartz, Pink Tourmaline, Mexican Fire Opal and a Russian Moonstone c...
Chalcedony, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Quartz, Tourmaline, Fire Op...
22.57 Carat Opal Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these exquisite drop earrings are set with 22.57 carats Opal Doublet, 2.6 carats emerald and 1.69 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
$11,500 / item
8.0 Carat Opal Multi Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these exquisite drop earrings are set with 8.0 carats Opal doublet and 7.48 carats sapphire.
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Steven Battelle 2.3 Carats Ethiopian Opal 18k Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two green, red, and yellow flashing 7 x 9 mm cushion shaped "Welo" mine faceted Ethiopian opals are set in 18K double bezels with single "jawan" granulation accents at the edges. A...
Opal, 18k Gold
2.75 Carat Opal Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning 2.75 carats Opal doublet diamond stud earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold and set with 1.14 carats of glittering diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
Natural Doublet Opal Diamond Halo Drop Earrings 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Showcase mesmerizing natural beauty with these striking doublet opal and diamond drop earrings. Expertly handcrafted in solid 18k white gold, each earring features a freeform boulder...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stud Rose Gold 14K Earrings Diamond Pink Opal For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings 14K Rose Gold Diamond 156 - 0,44 ct Pink Opal 2-2,45 ct Weight 3,78 gr Mathing Bracelet and Necklace Avaliable Minimal yet sophisticated, this piece adds a subtle touch ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Rose Gold
13.95 Carat Opal Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite drop earrings are set with 13.95 carats Opal doublet, .78 carats emerald and 1.18 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
13.05 Carat Opal Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14 karat gold. These earrings are hand set in 13.05 carats Ethiopian opal, .34 carats emerald, and .82 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
14k Yellow Gold Australian Striated Opal Flip Flop Pendant & Earring Set
Located in New York, NY
Yellow gold frames the opals and creates the raised straps, giving the pendant and earrings a clearly defined three-dimensional sandal motif.
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal, Pearl and Diamond drop earrings in 18k yellow gold
By Jade Jagger
Located in London, GB
Opal, Pearl and Diamond drop Earrings in 18k yellow gold Length top to bottom: 60mm
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Le Vian Designer Opal and Diamond Gold Stud Earrings
By Le Vian
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed Le Vian Designer Opal and Diamond Gold Vintage Stud Earrings. Each earring centering a securely nestled Hand set Opal, weighing 1.50tcw for both.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal Long Carved Drop Cameo 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Very nice rose carved opal drop engrave with flowers, on top 2 different old victorian sigillum engrave with lions and Grifon carved in carnelian and agate stone. 18 kt Rose gold gr....
Agate, Carnelian, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
12.84 Carat Fire Opal Diamond Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
12.84 Carat Fire Opal Diamond Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Item Specs: 2 Faceted Briolette Fire Opal stones weighing approximately 12.50 Carats (Measurements of Fire Opal Faceted Brio...
Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Meghna Jewels Pearl Opal 14 Karat Gold Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning earring handmade in 14K gold. It is set in 3.15 carats opal doublet, 63.99 carats pearl, 3.8 carats opal and 1.13 carats diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Opal Cluster Earrings in 18k Gold
By Allison Bryan
Located in London, GB
These one-of-a-kind earrings feature a harmoniously asymmetric arrangement of diamonds, emeralds, sapphires and opals arrayed on fine 18k gold chain for movement and sparkle.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal Hex Earrings with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Ethiopian Opal 6.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.50 carat approx. Omega backs for pierced ears Limited edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Na...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gin & Grace 14K Yellow Gold Fancy-Cut Pink Opal Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Earrings is crafted from 14K Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gin & Grace 14K Yellow Gold Cushion-Cut Pink Opal Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Earrings is crafted from 14K Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gin & Grace 14K Yellow Gold Pear-Cut Pink Opal Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Earrings is crafted from 14K Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18.23 Carat Opal Tanzanite Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these exquisite drop earrings are set with 18.23 carats Opal, 2.81 tanzanite and 1.05 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Pink Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By Soley Gems
Located in Westport, CT
Pink Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings crafted in 18K yellow gold, the Blossom earrings feature 10.93 carats of pink opal and 0.25 carats of white diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
$15,500 / item
25.18 Carat Opal Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these exquisite drop earrings are set with 25.18 carats Opal, 2.2 carats emerald, sapphire and .17 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
4.35 Carat Opal Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these stunning stud earrings are set with 4.35 carats Opal doublets, .28 carats blue sapphire and .30 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Opal with Tsavorite Earrings Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Opal 19.74 carats with Tsavorite 1.07 carats Earrings set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.7 cm Length: 3.5 cm "Since we first opened doors in 1980 our store was then situated i...
Opal, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold
Gin & Grace 14K Yellow Gold Pear-Cut Pink Opal Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Earrings which is crafted from 14K Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Gold Natural Oval Orange Mexican Opal Statement Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of yellow gold earring enhancers featuring two stunning oval-shaped natural Mexican opals in vibrant orange, each measuring approximately 11 mm by 9 mm.
Opal, Gold
Alex Sepkus 18K Yellow Gold “Sticks & Stones” Australian Opal & Diamond Earrings
By Alex Sepkus
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
The Alex Sepkus 18K Yellow Gold “Sticks & Stones” Australian Opal and Diamond Earrings are an expression of color, movement, and artistry.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$27,785 / item
Round Diamond Opalize Halo 14K White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earring Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Gold : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Gold Color : White Gold Diamond Cut : Round Diamond Diamond Color Clarity : I VVS1 Lead Time : 4-8 W...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,950 / item
Snake Opal Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful Snake stud earrings is handcrafted in 18K gold, sterling silver, 3.3 carat opals and features impeccable white diamond pavé, totaling 0.21 carats.
Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Opal Diamonds Amethyst Vesuvianite 18 Karat Gold Pagoda Earrings
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Pagoda shape with white and brushed yellow gold, fringe in amethyst and vesuvianite, rainbow opal drop, diamonds. Total length 6,5 cm, weight of each one 10,50gr. All Giulia Colussi ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Opal Diamond Halo Stud Earrings 10kt Yellow Gold Oval 0.05ctw New
Located in West Hempstead, NY
These opal and diamond halo stud earrings are crafted in 10kt yellow gold and feature approximately 5 x 2.8mm oval shaped opals at the center.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
11.2 Carat Opal Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold. These stud earrings are hand set in 11.2 carats opal doublet, .84 carats emerald and 1.28 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Marquis-Cut Opal and Coral Grapevine Stud 14K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Super cute 14k solid gold grapevine design stud earrings. Natural Opal and Coral are prong set and oval cut.
Coral, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kabana Diamond Fire Opal Stud Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
By Kabana
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elevate your collection with these authentic Kabana stud earrings, crafted in solid 14k yellow gold. Each earring features radiant fire opal gemstones that shimmer with captivating f...
Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 2.80Ct Opal and 9k Yellow Gold Stud Earrings Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of antique 2.80 carat opal and 9 karat yellow gold stud earrings; part of our diverse opal jewellery collection.
Opal, Yellow Gold
41.2 Carat Malachite Opal Diamond 14 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 14 karat gold, these stunning earrings are set with 41.2 carats malachite, 1.0 carat opal and 2.27 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Malachite, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
Emerald Opal Tourmaline 18 Karat Gold Linear Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful linear drop earring are handcrafted in 18-karat gold. It is set with 4.25 carats Emerald, 4.57 carats Ethiopian opal, tourmaline and .31 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Opal Tourmaline Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat Gold Linear Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful linear drop earring are handcrafted in 18-karat gold. It is set with 4.94 carats opal doublet, .57 carats tourmaline, turquoise and .29 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, Opal, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold
$5,800 / item
62.2 Carat Pearl Opal 14 Karat Gold Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning earrings handmade in 14K gold. It is set in 3.15 carats opal doublet, 62.2 carats pearl and .99 carats diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
14.00 Carat Opal Emerald Diamond Halo Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
1960’s opal dangle earrings. Two pear shape 14.00ct opals with orange, green and blue flash. 48 round cut emeralds and 70 round cut diamond halos.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Opal Topaz Diamond 18 Karat Gold Linear Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful mismatch linear drop earring are handcrafted in 18-karat gold. It is set with 1.4 carats carved Emerald, .26 carats opal doublet, .84 carats topaz and .16 carats of g...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
Meghna Jewels Ethiopian Opal Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 14-karat gold, these exquisite drop earrings are set with 11.61 carats Ethiopian Opal, 4.81 carats emerald and 1.17 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Syna Opal Yellow Gold Earrings with Sapphires and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Opal 4 carats approx. Sapphires 0.50 carat approx.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Sapphire, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural White Opal Round Cabochon 9k Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural White Opal Yellow Gold Stud Earrings. Beautiful 5mm matching pair of opals with excellent colour, clarity and round cabochon cut.
Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
18KT Gold Natural Opal Emerald Sapphire & Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite 18KT solid gold halo stud earrings showcase striking oval opals as their focal point, displaying vivid play-of-color across blue and green tones.
Sapphire, Opal, Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
7.51 Carat Fire Opal Navettes Tahiti-Pearl Drops White Gold Earrings
By Wagner Preziosen
Located in Berlin, DE
Dazzling earrings made of white gold, one each mexican fire opal navette with a total of 7.51 carats (17,2 x 9,1 x 4,5 mm / 0.68 x 0.36 x 0.18 inches) and one each tahiti-pearl drop...
Opal, Fire Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Natural Opal Sapphire Diamond Chandelier Drop Earrings 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Adorn yourself with ethereal grandeur with these spectacular opal and sapphire chandelier drop earrings. Masterfully crafted in solid 18k white gold, each earring displays a three-ti...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, White Gold
Steven Battelle 5.8 Carats Ethiopian Opal 18K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A set of semi-pear shaped "Welo Mine" Ethiopian opal cabochons of approximately 6 x 9 mm are suspended below posts of approximately 5 x 6 mm stones, all set in handmade "wavy-bezel" ...
Opal, 18k Gold
Australian Opal with Diamond Bow Dangle Drop White Gold Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The opals measure approximately 10mm x 12 mm. The earrings measure 1.06" x .71".
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White 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).
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
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