Australian Opal Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Amazing 18 Karat white gold cocktail ring. Handmade by our craftsmen and assembled with Australian
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Minimalist Pear-Shaped Australian Opal Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Pear-Shaped Natural Australian Solid Opal Ring in 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.00ct Solid Australian Oval Opal & Sapphire Halo Dress Ring in 18K Yellow Gold.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
! Of delightful double halo sun-like design, this vintage dress ring features a Solid Australian Opal
Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 11.50 Ct. Australian Opal Diamond 18 Kt ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This outstanding Diamond and Opal ring is 1960 ca Superb hand made mounting made of solid white
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Australian Black Opal 1.188 Carat Ring, 14 Karat Gold Halo Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
14k solid yellow gold with Australian black opal. Stone weight: 1.188 carat opal Cabochon-cut 20
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 2.80 carat Australian Opal Ring with pink-red fire!
Located in Big Bend, WI
Antique platinum ring featuring a natural Australian opal weighing 2.80 carats. The opal has a
Opal, Platinum
Handcraft Australian Opal 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Australian opals Ring total weight 7.20 grams Opal weight 3.28 karat Ring size ITA 17.25 US 8.25 (all rings
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Australian Opal Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Australian opal. This natural gemstone stands out for its unique iridescence, which plays with the light
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.17ct FINE Australian Black Opal & Baguette Diamond Five Stone Platinum Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Natural Australian Black Opal And Diamond Platinum Five Stone Ring. 1.17ct Total. This ring
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$4,848Sale Price|55% Off
Black Opal Gold Ring 18K Natural Australian stone Engagement ring lotr style
Located in Berlin, DE
Black opal 18K gold ring opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.12 х 0.31 х 0.43 in / 3 х
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 5.12 Carat Australian Black Opal and Marquis Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Cocktail Vintage Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 5.12 Carat Australian Black Opal Gemstone
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Australian Opal and Emerald Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a 0.45 carat Australian opal as the
Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Opal Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
ring.Handmade by our craftsmen assembled with Australian opal and diamonds. Ring total weight 14.90 grams
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1.50ct Solid Australian Oval Opal & Diamond Cluster Halo Dress Ring in 14K Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of magnificent double halo design, this vintage ring features a Solid Australian Opal of
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
6.5 Carat Australian White Opal and Diamond Platinum Vintage Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely Hand set 6.5 Carat Australian White Opal. Accented either side by
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
$1,562Sale Price|55% Off
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
Opal, Silver
$7,003Sale Price|55% Off
Navy Blue Australian Opal ring silver Statement gift for friend anniversary
Located in Berlin, DE
Big silver ring with natural Black Opal weight of the Opal - 21.10 carat size of the ring - 9 US
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
Contemporary Beatrice Barzaghi Emerald Australian Opal Gold Asymmetrical Ring
By Beatrice Barzaghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
around 0.8 carats, diameter 5.9, depth 3.05 mm and an high quality oval cabochon cut Australian opal
Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,293Sale Price|55% Off
Australian Opal Silver Ring Yellow Orange Blue Green Gemstone Ring Engagement
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural dark Opal Opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.28 х 0.35 in / 7
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
15.44ctw Rich Purple Blue Australian Boulder Opal Ring Platinum R6723
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Rich Purple Blue Australian Boulder Opal Ring Platinum ♥ The face of the ring measures 18.9mm in
Opal, Platinum
$2,693Sale Price|55% Off
Boulder Opal Scratched Silver Ring Cosmic Dust Australian Gemstone Jewelry
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Scratched silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.16 x
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
$2,180Sale Price|20% Off
Stylish Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Stylish Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. It is a top-quality
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cluster Ring PT900 Heavy 14g+ V1149
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ This is a gorgeous cluster ring set with five unique Australian opals and sparkly diamond accents
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$5,118Sale Price|55% Off
Opal Diamonds Gold Ring Precious Australian Gemstone Marilyn Monroe Style Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural opal and diamond 14k gold ring opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.28 x 0.35 x
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,182Sale Price|20% Off
Fireworks - Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT THIS PRODUCT Solid 18K Yellow Gold Australian Black Opal, 0.29 ct 10 D...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,670Sale Price|20% Off
Australian Black Opal Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Certificated 2.26ct Play of Color Australian Black Opal Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 2.10 carat Australian Black Opal Ring size 6.75
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K white gold ring with a genuine earth mined Australian black opal. The opal weighs 2.10 carats
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Australian Opal Ivy Ring Patinated black silver anniversary gift special
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing the mesmerizing Magic Natural Black Opal Ivy ring, a true symbol of opulence and
Opal, Black Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
18K Gold Australian Black Opal Ring Yuzo Kiriyama Japanese Designer Sapphire
Located in Osprey, FL
This Australian Black Opal Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold is a stunning piece of jewelry
Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, 18k Gold
$5,333Sale Price|55% Off
Black Australian Opal Ivy Ring Patinated black silver anniversary gift special
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
ring in blackened sterling silver Opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.47 х 0.63 in / 12 х 16
Opal, Black Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
SCALA GIOIELLI 18kt White Gold Australian Opal Peridot Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
natural Australian opal, carefully selected for its luminous iridescence and delicate play of colors that
Opal, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Australian Opal Solitaire Ring - 14k Oval Cabochon .36ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Australian Opal Carat(s): .36ct Cut: Oval Cabochon Color: White,Blue,Pink Total
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Halo Diamond Platinum Marquise Turquoise Australian Opal Diamond Wedding Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Australian Opal Cabochon Cut 12 x 10 MM 2.20-2.50 Carats, Four Marquise Turquoise, Two Round Opals, 30 Round
Opal, Platinum
Modern Gold Australian Lightning Ridge Opal Doublet Cocktail Statement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent 18k gold Australian lightning ridge Opal doublet statement ring. The band is 2.8mm
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
$2,639Sale Price|55% Off
Big Opal Silver Ring Bicolor Blue Yellow Australian Unisex Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural Boulder Opal Opal origin - Australia Opal measurements - 0.2 x 0.59 x
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
14CT Yellow Gold Aquamarine, Australian Opal And Diamond Dress Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
14CT Yellow Gold Aquamarine, Australian Opal And Diamond Dress Ring This captivating dress ring is
Aquamarine, Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
14K Yellow Gold Ring with Australian Opals and Diamonds. (Size 9.75)
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
14K Yellow Gold Ring with Australian Opals and Diamonds. (Size 9.75) New Gender: Ladies. Ring
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Australian Opal Cluster Cocktail Ring - 14k Cabochon 1.68ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Australian Opals Carat(s): 1.68ctw Cut: Oval Cabochon & Round Cabochon
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ring with Australian Opal and Diamonds. (Size 11.75)
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
18K Yellow Gold Ring with Australian Opal and Diamonds. (Size 11.75) New Gender: Ladies. Ring
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Dalben Round Oval Australian Lighting Ridge Opal Yellow Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Australian crystal opal from Lighting Ridge mine . The opal has wonderful and deep blue green light spots
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dalben Design Blue Green Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
lovely Blue-green Australian Boulder Opal . This Australian Boulder Opal has the seabed colors Ring
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Baguette Diamond GIA Certified 11.01 Carat Australian Black Opal Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Australian Black Opal, 115 Baguette Diamonds G-H-I Color VS1-VS2-SI1 Clarity 3.17 Carats. GIA Report
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Yellow Gold Australian Opal Solitaire Ring - 10k Oval Cabochon .80ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Australian Opal Carat(s): .80ct Cut: Oval Cabochon Total Carats: .80ct
Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Impressive 15.36 Carat Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Simply stunning! This beautiful platinum ring features a large and impressive Australian opal with
Crystal, Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Solid Australian Opal Modernist Design 18K Gold Chunky Ring V1118
Located in Osprey, FL
, set with a solid Australian opal and brilliant diamonds in bezel setting. Solidly made, this ring
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
SCALA GIOIELLI 18kt White Gold Australian Opal Diamond Sapphire Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Australian opal, sapphires, and diamonds, crafted with fine high-jewelry workmanship. The undisputed
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Steven Battelle 9.2 Carats Australian Boulder Opal 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A beautiful electric blue and green, approximately 10 x 20 mm, semi-rectangular Australian boulder
Opal, 18k Gold
Dalben Design Big Oval Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
violet with a Blue-green lights spots wave line Australian Boulder Opal . Ring size 7 - EU 54 re
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Dalben Design Light Blue Australian Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Australian Boulder Opal . The stone has deep light blue colors with green light spots. Ring size 6 3/4 - EU
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
12.49 Carat Australian Black Opal Certified "Lightening Ridge" Mine 18K Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Black opals from Lightning Ridge are among the most prized gems in the world. The name is inspired
White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold
4.7 Carat Australian Black Opal Certified "Lightening Ridge" Mine 18K Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Black opals from Lightning Ridge are among the most prized gems in the world. The name is inspired
White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold
14CT Rose Gold Australian Opal And Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
14CT Rose Gold Australian Opal And Diamond Trilogy Ring Featuring an Australian Lightning Ridge
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Minimalist Marquise Australian Solid Opal Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Marquise Australian Solid Opal Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 3.12 Carat Oval Black Australian Opal and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Cocktail Vintage Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 3.12 Carat Oval Australian Opal Gemstone
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Rare Bright Australian Black Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Rare Bright Australian Black Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,771Sale Price|55% Off
Opal Gold Ring Blueprint Woody Musk Tree Natural Australian Gem
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with Boulder Koroit Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.24 х
Opal, Gold, 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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