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 Diamonds weight 0,51 carats mounted in 18 kt "millerighe" handmade engraved white g...
White Diamond, Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Australian Black Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful and unique Australian opal which is both a black and crystal opal at the same time!
Crystal, Diamond, Opal, Platinum
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 white opal center displaying phenomenal plays of color.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Impressive Australian Black Crystal Opal Cocktail Ring
By Morphee
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
This 28.40ct Crystal Black Australian opal is a mesmerizing marvel of nature, possessing a rare beauty that sets it apart from any other gemstone in the world.
Aquamarine, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, Paraiba, 18k Gold
Boulder Opal Gold Ring Engagement fantasy style Elf Australian opal
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
An opal ring from timeless Magic forest collection: Unisex Boulder Opal in 14K yellow gold ring opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.31 х 0.47 in / 4 х 8 х 12 mm sto...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18KT Florentine Engraved Australian Opal & Diamond Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
The Australian opal was selected especially for this piece and measures 16.9 x 6.85 mm.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.60 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
At its heart lies a captivating 4.60 CT Australian Black Opal. Its play-of-color dancing with every flicker of light on a black body color, evoking a sense of elegance and wonder.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
3.67 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A superb true gem quality Australian black opal takes center stage. The gem opal weighs 3.67 carats and has some of the best play-of-color we have seen this year.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
9.30 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful gem Australian opal takes center stage of this well-made platinum ring.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Australian Opal Ring, 2.80ct, 4g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K Yellow Gold Australian Opal Ring, 2.80ct, 4g Ladies Australian crystal opal ring with 14k yellow gold setting.
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Australian Opal Victorian Style 18K Diamond Ring
Located in Shanghai, CN
This exquisite cocktail ring pays homage to the timeless elegance of the Victorian era, centered on a stunning 7.2ct natural Australian black opal.
Diamond, Opal
$3,497Sale Price|40% Off
Boulder Opal ring silver Unisex Gift for girlfriend Genuine Australian opal
Located in Berlin, DE
Large silver ring with natural Boulder Opal Opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.16 x 0.35 x 0.75 in / 4 х 9 х 19 mm opal weight - 3.09 carats ring size - 7.5 US ring weig...
Opal, Silver
$4,196Sale Price|40% Off
Blue Australian Opal Silver Ring Lightning thunderstorm Blue Opal Jewelry 3ct
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural bright Blue Lightning Opal of 3.04 carat Opal origin - Australia Opal measurements - 9 x 13 mm / 0.35 x 0.51 size of the ring - US Size 7.5 = UK Size O = Eur...
Opal, Silver
14K Yellow Gold Vintage Australian Opal & Diamond Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K Yellow Gold Vintage Australian Opal & Diamond Ring Ladies Austrialian opal and diamond ring.
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
C1910 18K Lightening Ridge Australian Single Stone Peacock Feather Opal Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
This exquisite vividly colored opal is known as a Black Opal or “Peacock Feather” opal from Lightening Ridge, Australia.
Opal, 18k Gold
Large Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive black opal from Australia! It weighs 17.39 carats and has great play-of-color as flashes of green and blue can be seen across the entirety of the stone.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
An Exquisite 2.35ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply Gorgeous 2.35ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum ring, approx 20-30 years old.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage Gold and Australian Blue Green Black Opal Ring 2.4 ct
Located in Stamford, CT
Set with a natural oval black opal of warm ocean blue green color this ring is nature showing its most rare of the opal family.
Opal, 10k Gold
$16,787Sale Price|40% Off
Australian Black Opal 18K Yellow Gold Ring Ink Blue opal jewelry gift
Located in Berlin, DE
A sculptural 18K yellow gold ring centered with a remarkable natural Australian Ink Opal, distinguished by its profound depth of tone and luminous internal structure.
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
One Large Australian Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Opal (with some crazing) - 33x22mm 38 Diamond- .10 pts each Total Diamond: 3.8 Ct Size: 9.25
Opal, White 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
7.79 ct Platinum Natural Australian Opal & Diamond Ring
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite ring is a true statement piece, showcasing a breathtaking 7.79 carat natural Australian Opal as its centerpiece.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Australian Opal & Diamond Ring 5g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
The crystal opal is from Australia and has blue, green, and red play of color.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Blu Opal Doublette 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
The pebble ring is a very nice iridescent blu fire Australian opal, brushed gold gr.11,10.
Opal, 18k Gold
Magnificent 16.75ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply Gorgeous 16.75ct Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum ring, approx 20-30 years old.
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Teal Blue Green Australian Solid Black Opal Diamond 18k Gold Bypass Ring
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A striking Australian opal ring displaying beautiful aqua blue and green colours, accented with four brilliant cut diamonds in an intricate 18ct yellow gold bypass setting.
Opal, Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
18k 1.66 Carat Australian Opal Halo Ring, Cocktail Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Oval Australian opal set on basket-like cluster design. Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Stone: Australian Opal Stone Shape: Oval Stone Weight: 1.66 Carat Accent Stone: Natural Diamonds Di...
Opal, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Australian Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Denver, CO
A luminous Australian opal measuring approximately 3.00 carats, with iridescent hues of blue, green, yellow, orange and pink, centers this exquisite antique ring surrounded by a halo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dalben Hart Shape Australian Opal Yellow Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k yellow gold satin finishing ring with a 4,25 carat bezel-set hart shape Australian opal from Coober Pedy mine .
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 consistent with material from the famed Coober Pedy mines.
Diamond, Opal, 14k 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 magnificent Lightning Ridge Australian opal .
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose 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 carats.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Opal Gold Ring Genuine Australian special person gift opal wedding anniversary
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
The 14K White Gold body holds the Boulder Opal in a unique prong setting that reflects its outstanding elegance. 14K white gold ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Austral...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Ring with Australian Opal. (Size 8.50)
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
14K Yellow Gold Ring with Australian Opal. (Size 8.50) New Gender: Ladies.
Opal, Yellow Gold
Australian Opal & Diamonds Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Indulge in the elegance of this stunning Australian Opal and Diamonds Platinum Cocktail Ring, a true centerpiece for any fine jewelry collection.
Platinum
1.75 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking ring featuring a 1.75-carat oval black opal. The opal displays a vibrant rainbow of colors. Surrounding the opal are round-baguette diamonds totaling 0.80 carats, adding a...
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Platinum
Blue-Green Australian Opal Diamond Halo Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning ring featuring a fine Australian opal weighing 5.66 carats.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Opal 18K Gold Ring Natural Australian Opal Diamonds gem report engagement
Located in Berlin, DE
This striking ring centers on a vibrant natural Australian opal, a gemstone celebrated for its living spectrum of color and hypnotic play of light.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dalben Rectangular Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 2,97 carat bezel-set rectangular green- pink Australian Boulder Opal .
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,546Sale Price|40% Off
Big Black Opal Silver Ring Unusual Pattern Australian gift Opal wedding 9.5 US
Located in Berlin, DE
This beautiful and bold ring features a natural Australian black opal with an intriguing pattern reminiscent of lightning in a dark sky.
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
1.11 Carat Fine Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Hand-fabricated in platinum, a fine Australian black opal ring ready to be worn. Ring Size 6.50 Weight: 6.1 grams
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
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 and has a unique color pattern with strong blue-green play-of-color.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$4,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
Rainbow Black Australian Opal Ring with Sapphires and 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Made to order* Custom made 18ct yellow gold rainbow sapphire ring featuring a Lighting Ridge Australian Black opal centre surrounded by a double halo of rainbow sapphires including ...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, Black Opal, 18k Gol...
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 6, and can be resized. Contemporary, yet rustic style, finished with a hammered, s...
Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
9.27 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive cocktail ring featuring a natural Australian black opal weighing 9.27 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Opal Silver Ring Fine Quality Dark Opal Jewelry gift special person
Located in Berlin, DE
A bright and lively natural Australian Opal set in 925 solid sterling silver - a petite but powerful ring that glows with shifting color.
Opal, Silver
3.50ct Oval Australian Solid Opal & Diamond 18K White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Performed in 18K White Gold, the ring is centrally set with a magnificent Australian Solid Opal of desirable oval shape, of impressive 3.50ct approx. (15 mm x 12 mm approx.), fro...
Diamond, Opal, White Gold, 18k 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 classy solitaire design with Diamond complement on shoulders The large Natural solid...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
12.5ct Solid Australian Blue Pink Boulder Opal Ring in 9ct Yellow Gold Handmade
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Striking custom-made ring featuring a spectacular 12.5ct solid Australian boulder opal, set in 9ct yellow gold.
Opal, Yellow Gold
Classic Three Stone Australian Semi Black Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Suwanee, GA
Petite Australian Solid Opal Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold.
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Australian Solid Crystal Opal Diamond 18k Gold Ring Bright Green Blue
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A beautiful vintage ring crafted in 18ct yellow gold, featuring a natural Australian solid crystal opal at its centre.
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Opal Scratched Silver Ring Natural Australian Gemstone gift vintage
Located in Berlin, DE
A refined one-of-a-kind jewel, it embodies elegance, individuality, and the natural wonder of Australian opal. Silver ring with Dark Opal opal origin - Australia gem size is 0.79 x ...
Opal, Silver
4.07 Carat Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful ring features a 4.07 carat oval lightening ridge black opal displaying a phenomenal red, orange, yellow, blue, green play of color.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k 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 within a delicate floral motif.
Opal, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum, GIA Certified
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Certified Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring features one natural Black Opal oval cabochon, weighing 6.45 carats, ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1.77ct Fine Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Halo Cocktail Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Natural Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring. 1.77ct Total.
Opal, Black Opal, Diamond, Platinum
10.60 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large, fine, and impressive black opal weighing 10.60 carats takes center stage. It has fantastic play-of-color as a plethora of color flashes dance across the stone, which include...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
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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