Minimal Style Oval Australian Solid Opal Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimal Style Oval Australian Solid Opal Ring 18k Yellow Gold Band. Free Domestic USPS First Class
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$15,552Sale Price|55% Off
Large Australian Boulder Opal Red Green Blue Gemstone Ivy Silver Ring
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural boulder Opal ring in blackened and gold plated silver Opal origin - Australia Opal
Opal, Silver
14K Yellow Gold Ring with Australian Opals & Green Tsavorite Garnets
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K yellow gold ring featuring Australian opals with green garnets. The opal has lively green play
Garnet, Opal, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lucea New York Australian Opal Ring with Black Diamonds Accent
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Life in Color Collection Sky blue color Australian Opal ring with black Diamonds set in black
Black Diamond, Opal, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
$8,027Sale Price|55% Off
Opal Diamond Gold Ring Natural Australian Gemstone Classic Style Ring gift her
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
1.11 Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
ring that is perfect for daytime and evening wear! Australian black opal, 8.70 x 6.94 x 3.42mm, 1.11
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Gold
Handcraft Australian Opal 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Australian opal and diamonds. Ring total weight 10.30 grams Diamonds weight 1.60 karat Opal weight 10.37
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Australian Opal 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
diamonds and Australian opal Diamonds weight 1.45 karat Opal weight 2.45 karat Ring total weight 10.10
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Australian Opal 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Australian opal and diamonds. Ring total weight 11.60 grams Diamonds weight 2 karat Opal weight 11 karat
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,413Sale Price|55% Off
Large Boulder Opal Ring silver Green Blue Australian Gemstone unisex vintage
Located in Berlin, DE
Large matte finish silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal weight
Opal, Silver
Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring in 14k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Pear Shaped Australian Solid Opal & Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Pear Shaped Australian Solid Opal & Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 9.35ct Australian Opal Diamond and Emerald Ring
Located in New York, NY
Australian opal with vibrant flashes of color. Surrounding the opal are sparkling diamonds and vivid emeralds
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
French 20th Century Australian Opal 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French work of the beginning of the XXth century. Our opinion: The opal set on this antique ring is
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Opal 18k Gold Cocktail Ring circa 1970s
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning Australian Opal 18k Gold Cocktail Ring from the circa 1970s exemplifies vintage
2.34 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.348 Carat Australian Black Opal and 1.15 Carat Diamonds made in
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
0.75 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 0.757 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.74 Carat Diamonds made in
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$2,413Sale Price|55% Off
Large Boulder Opal Ring silver Green Blue Australian Gemstone unisex vintage
Located in Berlin, DE
Large matte finish silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal weight
Opal, Silver
Vintage Inspired Australian Solid Opal Engagement Wedding Ring 14K Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Vintage Inspired Australian Solid Opal Engagement Wedding Ring 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
3.49 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 3.49 Carat Australian Black Opal and 1.23 Carat Diamonds made in
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2.54ct Solid Australian Opal with Diamond Halo Ring Platinum 6g+ V1160
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 2.54ct Solid Australian Opal with Diamond Halo Ring Platinum 6g+ V1160 ♥ The item measures 18.4mm
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
$884Sale Price|55% Off
Blue Australian Opal Silver Ring Valentines gift female friend wife anniversary
Located in Berlin, DE
Boulder "crystal pipe" Opal silver ring Opal origin - Australia size of the ring - 7 3/4 US
Opal, Silver
$1,608Sale Price|55% Off
Opal Silver Ring Triangle Multicolor Neon Sea Green Natural Australian Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Large matte finish silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia ring weight - 11.5
Opal, Silver
$4,256Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Australian Opal & Diamond Bypass Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Mid-Century Australian Opal & Diamond Bypass Ring in 18K Yellow Gold Crafted in 18K yellow
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Australian Opal Vintage Cluster Cocktail Ring - 14k Cabochon 1.83ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Australian Opals Carat(s): 1.76ctw Cut: Oval Cabochon Color: White
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$36,000Sale Price|20% Off
Australian Opal 5.78 Carat Lightening Ridge Colorful Play Collector Pt900 RIng
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Introducing an extraordinary piece for the discerning collector: the Australian Opal Lightning
Opal, Platinum
Natural 2.45ct Australian Black Boulder Opal 9k Yellow Gold Oval Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Australian Black Boulder Opal 9k Yellow Gold Signet Ring. A stunning 2.45 carat natural
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.37 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.37 Carat Australian Black Opal and 1.09 Carat Diamonds made in
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2.17 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.17 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.61 Carat Diamonds made in
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cluster 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Banbury, GB
Presentation Box _____________________________________________ A rare natural Australian black opal infused
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$931Sale Price|20% Off
Australian Doublet Opal Diamond Tsavorite Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Doublet Opal Diamond Tsavorite Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Opals Diamonds Garnet 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
ring.Handmade by craftsmen assembled with Australian opals,garnet and old cut diamonds. Ring total weight 6.40
Diamond, Opal, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$342Sale Price|20% Off
Minimalist Oval Australian Solid Crystal Opal Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Oval Shaped Australian Solid Crystal Opal Ring 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Australian Lightning Ridge Marquise Shaped Opal & Double Halo Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This exquisite ring showcases a captivating 0.47ct marquise cut blue/green opal, elegantly
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Marquise Cut Australian Solid Opal & Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Marquise-Cut Australian Solid Opal Ring 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Rare 3.02ct Australian Matrix Boulder Opal 18k Yellow Gold Cushion Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Australian Boulder Matrix Opal 18k Yellow Gold Cushion Signet Ring. A beautiful 3.02 carat
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$777Sale Price|30% Off
Oval Australian Solid Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Classic Design Oval Australian Solid Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$1,305Sale Price|20% Off
Adorable Australian Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Adorable Australian Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Natural 1.56ct Australian Black Boulder Opal 18k Yellow Gold Oval Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Australian Black Boulder Matrix Opal 18k Yellow Gold Oval Signet Ring. A beautiful 1.56ct
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Revival 4.10 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A brash black opal cocktail ring. Perfect for a statement piece, this mysterious, Art Deco-inspired
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Natural 3.45ct Australian Black Boulder Opal 18k Yellow Gold Oval Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Australian Black Boulder Matrix Opal 18k Yellow Gold Oval Signet Ring. A beautiful 3.45
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$758Sale Price|20% Off
Minimalist Marquise Australian Solid Opal Tsavorite Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Marquise Australian Solid Opal Tsavorite Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First
Opal, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1.82 Carat Natural Australian Lightning Ridge Black Opal Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.82 Carat, Natural, Australian Black Opal and 2.20 Carats of Diamond
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1.73 Carat Natural Australian Lightning Ridge Black Opal Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.73 Carat, Natural, Australian Black Opal and 0.09 Carats of Diamond
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Art Deco Style Platinum Diamond 3.73 Carat Australian Black Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lustrous Australian Black Opal cabochon surrounded by beautiful baguette and round diamonds in an Art Deco
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Art Deco Inspired Platinum Diamond 10.77 Carat Australian Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Deco Inspired Australian Opal Baguette and Round Diamond Engagement Ring Handmade in 90% Platinum. The
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
$1,062Sale Price|20% Off
Minimalist Satin Finish Australian Black Opal Band 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Satin Finish Australian Black Opal Band 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2.51 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.51 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.57 Carat Diamonds made in
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1.91 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.91 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.58 Carat Diamonds made in
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2.932 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.932 Carat Australian Black Opal and 1.83 Carat Diamonds made in
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
2.302 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.302 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.53 Carat Diamonds made in
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
4.22 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 4.22 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.66 Carat Diamonds made in
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
La Eternidad - N1 Australian Black Opal Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring 18K
Located in Suwanee, GA
La Eternidad - N1 Australian Black Opal Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold Design
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Lightning Ridge Australian Black Opal Hinged Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Black Opal Hinge Ring showcases a richly colored black opal set in warm 18
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
1.16 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.164 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.60 Carat Diamonds made in
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Geometric Design Square Australian Doublet Opal Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Geometric Design Square Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Ring in 14K Yellow Gold. Free
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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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