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Natural Mexican Fire Opal 5.45 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone Play-of-Color
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Ignite your collection with the captivating brilliance of this 5.45 carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Fire Opal

Natural Mexican Fire Opal 5.45 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone Play-of-Color
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Ignite your collection with the captivating brilliance of this 5.45 carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Fire Opal

Natural Mexican Fire Opal 5.45 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone Play-of-Color
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Ignite your collection with the captivating brilliance of this 5.45 carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Fire Opal

Natural Mexican Fire Opal 5.45 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone Play-of-Color
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Ignite your collection with the captivating brilliance of this 5.45 carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Fire Opal

Natural Mexican Fire Opal 5.45 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone Play-of-Color
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Ignite your collection with the captivating brilliance of this 5.45 carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Fire Opal

Natural Mexican Fire Opal 5.45 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone Play-of-Color
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Ignite your collection with the captivating brilliance of this 5.45 carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Fire Opal

Natural Mexican Fire Opal 5.45 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone Play-of-Color
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Ignite your collection with the captivating brilliance of this 5.45 carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Fire Opal

Natural Mexican Fire Opal 5.45 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone Play-of-Color
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Ignite your collection with the captivating brilliance of this 5.45 carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Fire Opal

22.17-Carat Pear-Shaped Ethiopian Opal – Rare Luxury Gemstone by Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
22.17-Carat Pear-Shaped Ethiopian Opal – Exquisite Gemstone for Fine Collectors by Merkaba Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Ethiopian Opal Pear Shape Pair – Rare Luxury Gemstones by Merkaba Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
12.34-Carat Ethiopian Opal Pear Shape Pair – Rare Luxury Gemstones by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

2.90 Carats Australian Opal Orange blue green multiple play of color gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
2.90 Carats Australian Opal Orange blue green multiple play of color gemstone Gemstone : Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Opal Stone 17.23 Carat Heart Shape Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone By Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 17.23 Carat Heart-Shaped Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone – A Unique Treasure By Merkaba
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Opal Stone 17.23 Carat Heart Shape Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone By Merkaba
Opal Stone 17.23 Carat Heart Shape Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone By Merkaba
$11,992 Sale Price
20% Off
W 0.81 in D 0.38 in L 0.85 in
Boulder Koroit Opal Silver Long Earrings Australian Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Long silver earrings with natural Boulder "Koroit" Opal 6 oval-cut opals, gemstone origin
Category

2010s German Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Opal, Silver

14.4 Carats Australian Opal Pair Royal Blue Flash play of Color Stone Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
14.4 Carats Australian Opal Pair Royal Blue Flash play of Color Stone Gemstone Gemstone : Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

20.13 Carats Australian Opal Pair Royal Blue Flash play of Color Stone Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
20.13 Carats Australian Opal Pair Royal Blue Flash play of Color Stone Gemstone Gemstone : Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

14.00 Carats Australian Opal Pair Royal Blue Flash play of Color Stone Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
14.00 Carats Australian Opal Pair Royal Blue Flash play of Color Stone Gemstone Gemstone : Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

4.31 Carats Australian Opal Royal Blue Flash with green play of color Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
4.31 Carats Australian Opal Royal Blue Flash with green play of color Gemstone Gemstone : Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

4.15 Carats Australian Opal Royal Blue Flash with green play of color Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
4.15 Carats Australian Opal Royal Blue Flash with green play of color Gemstone Gemstone : Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

15.10 Carats Australian Opal Pair Royal Blue Flash play of Color Stone Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
15.10 Carats Australian Opal Pair Royal Blue Flash play of Color Stone Gemstone Gemstone : Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Natural Opal Pendant Boulder Australian Gemstone Gothic Style gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Pendant with natural Boulder "Koroit" Opal gemstone origin - Australia pendant weight - 6.25 grams
Category

2010s German Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal

Opal Silver Ring Natural Colorful Orange Gemstone Unisex Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural Opal gemstone origin - Ethiopia stone measurements - 0.2 х 0.35 x 0.43 in
Category

2010s German Artist Solitaire Rings

Materials

Opal, Silver

5.03 Carat Opal
Located in Bangkok, TH
This piece is a stunning, 5.03 Carat Opal, in a mesmerising, unique shape. Opals are a unique and
Category

Antique 19th Century Edwardian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

9.03 Carat Opal
Located in Bangkok, TH
has a gorgeous, sky-blue hue. Opals are a unique and captivating type of gemstone known for their play
Category

Antique 19th Century Edwardian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

8.08 Carat Opal
Located in Bangkok, TH
grey and red hue. Opals are a unique and captivating type of gemstone known for their play-of-color
Category

Antique 19th Century Edwardian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Boulder Opal Pendant Colorful Blue Natural Australian Gemstone Unisex
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia gem size is 0.16 x 0,51 x
Category

2010s German Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver

Vintage Ethiopian Opal Silver Ring Natural Ethiopian Gemstone Fine Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural Opal gemstone origin - Ethiopia opal weight - 2.95 carat ring weight
Category

1990s German Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Silver

Opal Silver Scratching Ring White Australian Precious Gemstone Unisex Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural Opal gemstone origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 x 0.55 x 0.67
Category

2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Silver

28.57 Carat Black Opal
Located in Bangkok, TH
. Opals are a unique and captivating type of gemstone known for their play-of-color, which is a shifting
Category

Antique 19th Century Edwardian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Boulder Opal Silver Pendant Colorful Blue Natural Australian gemstone gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 x
Category

2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver

Australian Boulder Opal Silver Pendant Brown Raw Red Flash Opalescence Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Boulder Koroit Opal gemstone origin - Australia opal measurements
Category

2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver

Boulder Opal black silver necklace Grey Blue Natural Australian Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Black patina silver necklace with natural Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia opal weight
Category

2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver

Boulder Opal Silver Necklace Galaxy Natural Australian Gemstone gift christmas
Located in Berlin, DE
Scratched silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia gem size - 0.35 х
Category

2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver

Ethiopian Opal Silver Ring Natural Big Brown Gemstone Unisex Jewelry Vintage
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural Opal gemstone origin - Ethiopia opal weight - 4 carat ring weight - 4.43
Category

2010s German Artist Solitaire Rings

Materials

Opal, Silver

Lightning Ridge Natural Black Opal
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
black opal is a gem-quality stone for the avid collector or jewelry lover. Unlike ordinary opals
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal, Black Opal

Lightning Ridge Natural Black Opal
Lightning Ridge Natural Black Opal
$9,840
W 0.39 in L 0.47 in
Boulder Opal Silver Pendant Genuine Australian Green Peat Brown Gemstone gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Boulder Koroit Opal gemstone origin - Australia opal measurements
Category

2010s German Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver

Fire Opal Silver Ring Red Mexican Gemstone Fine Art Nouveau Style Unisex Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural Fire Opal gemstone origin - Mexico opal measurements - 0.079 x 0.28 x
Category

2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Silver

Fire Opal From Mexico
Located in New York, NY
opals. Cantera opal is a gemstone formed from rhyolite, which is a kind of igneous rock. When magma
Category

2010s Mexican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Fire Opal

Fire Opal From Mexico
Fire Opal From Mexico
$2,500
H 3.5 in W 3 in D 1.5 in
Natural 3.33 Ct Crystal Australian Opal Carved Opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 3.33 Ct Australian wood replacement opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Russells
Category

2010s Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Crystal, Opal

Certified 35.94 Carat White Australian Opal
Located in Antwerp, BE
part of the video is captured under a spotlight. The opal is available as a loose gemstone, or we can
Category

2010s Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Certified 35.94 Carat White Australian Opal
Certified 35.94 Carat White Australian Opal
$14,903
H 0.29 in W 1.26 in L 0.99 in
5.22 ct Cabochon Opal
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 5.22 cts Clarity: Translucent Colour: Multicolour Flash Measurements: 14.44x12.75x8.04mm Shape: Pear Cabochon Treatment: None Origin: Ethiopia Notes: EO...
Category

2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

5.22 ct Cabochon Opal
5.22 ct Cabochon Opal
$240
W 0.57 in D 0.32 in L 0.51 in
3.01ct Oval Cabochon Crystal Opal
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 3.01 cts Measurements: 13.66x10.04x4.77
Category

2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

3.01ct Oval Cabochon Crystal Opal
3.01ct Oval Cabochon Crystal Opal
$320
W 0.54 in D 0.19 in L 0.4 in
4.89 ct Oval Cabochon Opal
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Slightly Yellow Tone: N/A Saturation: N/A Phenomenon: Displays Play of Colour Species: Opal Treatment: None
Category

2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

4.89 ct Oval Cabochon  Opal
4.89 ct Oval Cabochon  Opal
$400
W 0.59 in D 0.21 in L 0.52 in
4.40 Carat Natural Yellow Opal
Located in Hua Hin, TH
An alluring 4.40 oval-cut Yellow Opal Weight: 4.40 Carats Shape: Oval Crown: Modified Brilliant
Category

2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

4.40 Carat Natural Yellow Opal
4.40 Carat Natural Yellow Opal
$368
W 0.42 in D 0.31 in L 0.51 in
Gem Quality Black Opal Necklace Pendant 18K Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon
Located in Dearborn, MI
Cabochon Black Opal Gemstone Accented by a Round Brilliant Cut Diamond 100% Natural Opal Gemstone 18K
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Australian Opal Stunning rainbow sparkle
Located in Jupiter, FL
. NATURAL GEMSTONE(S): opal Clarity/Color: n/a Cut: oval cab Carat:n/a Treatment: none WHAT YOU GET AT
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Gem Quality Opal Necklace Pendant Heart 14K Yellow Gold Pear Cabochon
Located in Dearborn, MI
Cabochon Opal Gemstone 100% Natural Opal Gemstone 14K Yellow Gold Pear Cabochon Opal Gemstone
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

12.72 ct Pear Cabochon Opal
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 12.72 cts Clarity: Translucent Colour: Multicolour Flash Measurements: 20.61x15.24x9.54mm Shape: Pear Cabochon Treatment: None Origin: Ethiopia Notes: ...
Category

2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

12.72 ct Pear Cabochon Opal
12.72 ct Pear Cabochon Opal
$400
W 0.82 in D 0.38 in L 0.61 in
1.42ct Oval Cabochon Black Opal GIA Certified
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Opal The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number
Category

2010s Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal, Black Opal

1.42ct Oval Cabochon Black Opal GIA Certified
1.42ct Oval Cabochon Black Opal GIA Certified
$2,560
W 0.38 in D 0.12 in L 0.29 in
10 Carat Australian Boulder Opal Freeform Cabochon
Located in New York, NY
This incandescent 10 ct. Boulder Opal freeform cabochon features a captivating play of color across
Category

2010s Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

10 Carat Australian Boulder Opal Freeform Cabochon
10 Carat Australian Boulder Opal Freeform Cabochon
$400 Sale Price
20% Off
H 0.54 in D 0.24 in L 0.91 in
4.34 ct Pear Cabochon Opal
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 4.34 cts Clarity: Translucent Colour: Multicolour Flash Measurements: 15.95x10.5x5.39mm Shape: Cabochon Treatment: None Origin: Ethiopia Notes: EOP0059
Category

2010s Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

4.34 ct Pear Cabochon Opal
4.34 ct Pear Cabochon Opal
$160
W 0.42 in D 0.22 in L 0.63 in
7.14ct Oval Cabochon Crystal Opal Pair
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 2 Weight: 7.14 cts Measurements: 12.10x10.11x6.28
Category

2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

7.14ct Oval Cabochon Crystal Opal Pair
7.14ct Oval Cabochon Crystal Opal Pair
$640 / set
W 0.48 in D 0.25 in L 0.4 in
3.49ct Freeform Cabochon White Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 3.49 cts Measurements: 13.67 x 10.35 x
Category

2010s Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

1.54ct Oval Cabochon White Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.54 cts Measurements: 11.04 x 8.35 x
Category

2010s Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

1.54ct Oval Cabochon White Opal from Australia
1.54ct Oval Cabochon White Opal from Australia
$560
W 0.44 in D 0.1 in L 0.33 in
15.54 Carat Oval Opal GIA Certified
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Opal The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number
Category

2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

15.54 Carat Oval Opal GIA Certified
15.54 Carat Oval Opal GIA Certified
$1,200
W 0.96 in D 0.45 in L 0.52 in
Big Boulder Opal Silver Pendant gift for friend father birthday natural gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia gem size - 9 х 36 mm gem
Category

2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver

2.21ct Oval Cabochon Grey Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 2.21 cts Measurements: 12.54 x 6.81 x
Category

2010s Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

2.21ct Oval Cabochon Grey Opal from Australia
2.21ct Oval Cabochon Grey Opal from Australia
$560
W 0.5 in D 0.13 in L 0.27 in
1.66ct Oval Cabochon Grey Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.66 cts Measurements: 11.95 x 7.64 x
Category

2010s Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

1.66ct Oval Cabochon Grey Opal from Australia
1.66ct Oval Cabochon Grey Opal from Australia
$480
W 0.48 in D 0.12 in L 0.31 in
1.1ct Oval Cabochon Grey Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.1 cts Measurements: 8.82 x 6.84 x 2.90
Category

2010s Australian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

1.1ct Oval Cabochon Grey Opal from Australia
1.1ct Oval Cabochon Grey Opal from Australia
$320
W 0.35 in D 0.12 in L 0.27 in
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Opal Gemstone For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact opal gemstone you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 30 vintage editions and 143 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an opal gemstone may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating an opal gemstone has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Vicki Orr, Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Joon Han are consistently popular. An opal gemstone of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Opal, from our inventory of 157, is particularly popular. See these pages for a cabochon iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our opal gemstone for sale are for women, but there are 41 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Opal Gemstone?

The price for an opal gemstone starts at $157 and tops out at $106,173 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $4,758.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

Questions About Opal Gemstone
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    An opal's value is determined based on a set of characteristics. Namely, the type of opal, body tone, brilliance, pattern, color bar thickness, play of color, and faults are taken into account by an appraiser when determining the value of the stone. Typically, black or dark bodied opals are regarded as more valuable than those with a light body tone.