1ct, 11x7mm Australian Opal Ring w Natural Diamonds in 14K White and Yellow Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
This elegant ring features a captivating 1.13ct fancy-shaped Boulder Opal from Australia, showcasing vibrant natural color play within an 11x7mm head size.
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold One of a Kind 5.29 Carat Australian Opal Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
With it's unmistakable warm yellow color & hammered finish, this pure 24 karat yellow gold One of a Kind hand made ring with interesting hammered finish showcases a beautiful 5.29 ca...
Opal, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gin and Grace 10K Yellow Gold Australian Opal Ring with Real Diamonds for Women
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Wedding ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this. The 10K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts 9X11 Oval-Cut Prong Setting Australian Opal (1pcs)1.52 ...
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS Certified 8.87 Ct Australian Opal and 1.18 Ct Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Warszawa, PL
Australian opal ring, 8.87 carats, diamond ring, 1.18 carats, 18K white gold, GRS certified.
Diamond, Opal, White Gold
Gin and Grace 10K Yellow Gold Australian Opal Ring with Real Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace ring. This ring is made up of 5X7 Oval-Cut Prong Setting Natural opal (1pcs) 0.4...
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gin and Grace 10K Rose Gold Australian Opal Ring with Real Diamonds for Women
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Wedding Ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace ring. The 10k Rose Gold jewelry boasts 7X9 Oval-cut Prong Setting Natural Opal ...
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Yellow Gold One-of-a-Kind Ring, Just Jules 2025
By Julie Romanenko
Located in Dallas, TX
This stunning ring by designer Just Jules showcases a magnificent pear-shaped Australian boulder opal ablaze with vibrant flashes of electric blue, green, and violet - reminiscent of...
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Eternity Australian Heart Shape Opal Engagement Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Metal- 18K Yellow Gold, .750. Stones- 9 Plus Hear Shaped Genuine Australian Opals, Number of Opals Depends on Finger Size. Size- 4-12 Beautiful Entirely Handmade H...
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
RUCHI Australian Opal and Brilliant Diamond Yellow Gold Eternity Band
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Opal: 5.01ct total weight. Diamond: 0.72ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Men's Australian Semi-Round Cabochon Opal, 3.0ct, Size 9.75, 14 Karat Yellow
Located in Palm Desert, CA
The australian opal has a total carat weight of 3.00ct and set in a 14 karat yellow gold ring.
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Inspired Hand Engraved Platinum Australian Opal Diamond Bridal Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant and lustrous Opal cabochon and diamond hand engraved platinum engagement ring.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Bruce Harding Black Opal Tsavorite Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in 台東区, JP
A remarkable cocktail ring by renowned jewelry designer Bruce Harding, expertly crafted in platinum and showcasing an exceptional 3.89-carat black opal with vivid green and blue play...
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Black Opal, Platinum
Boulder Opal Gold Ring Engagement ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Boulder opal 14K gold ring opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.24 х 0.51 in / 3 х 6 х 13 mm stone weight - 2.83 carat ring weight - 2.96 grams ring size - 7 US Col...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Australian Boulder Opal Stone 5.24 cts w Diamonds & Emerald Stones 0.61 cts /GIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Australian Boulder Opal Ring
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
$11,736Sale Price|44% Off
Large Green Opal Silver Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Australian Opal ring in silver weight of the ring - 11.5 gr width of band increasing from 6 to 9 mm size of the stone - 13 x 23 mm size of the ring - circumference 59, N 19, 8....
Opal, Silver
Dalben Oval Opal Rose Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18 kt rose gold matte finishing ring with a 4,32 carat bezel-set oval deep light blue lovely Australian Opal .
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
18 Karat Opal Diamonds and Enamel Vintage Ring Filigree Design Blue Enamel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Opal Ring with Diamonds and Enamel. the finger size currently is 11.5 (it is possible to resize however I rather not take the risk incase the enamel gets damaged.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Enamel
14K Yellow Gold Opal & Diamond Ring 6.9g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' Australian opal ring with diamonds in a 14k yellow gold setting.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
BUNDA 1.78ct Fire Opal and 0.93ct Diamonds ring in 18k white gold
By Ben Bunda
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A BUNDA 'Pavo' ring in 18ct white gold, featuring a bezel set, rich orange, Volcanic opal, and pave set, round brilliant cut diamonds. Characteristics of Volcanic Opal: 1 = 1.78ct. ...
Diamond, Fire Opal, White Gold
Vintage Opal Ring Circa 1940's 14k Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Australian Opal Ring Nice color and Brilliance. 14k Yellow Gold approx 11.2 grams Natural White Opal size: approx 16 x 12 mm Design area size overall approx 24 x 21 mm Finge...
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Big Opal Ring Gold Engagement Ring Large Wedding Band
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural boulder Opal 14K yellow gold ring Opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.59 х 1.18 in / 4 х 15 х 30 mm gemstone weight - 16.50 carats ring weight - 10.44 grams...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$912Sale Price|44% Off
Boulder Opal 18K Gold Silver Ring Natural Blue opal gemstone gift for wife
Located in Berlin, DE
Matte finish silver 18K gold plated ring with fine quality blue Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia ring weight - 4.61 grams ring size - 8 1/2 US gemstone size - 0.12 х 0.16 x ...
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, 18k Gold
Boulder Opal Ring Gold Statement Art Nouveau style ring large
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural boulder Opal 14k yellow gold ring Opal origin - Australia Opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.59 х 1.18 in / 4 х 15 х 30 mm gemstone weight - 16.50 carats ring weight - 10.44 grams...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Opal Ring 8.50 carats Diamonds Vintage Cocktail Ring 18K Gold
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
An impressive vintage cocktail ring centered by a magnificent natural Australian white opal displaying vivid flashes of green, orange, yellow, blue and violet across the entire face ...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Lightning Ridge Black Opal, Diamond, Onyx, Mother of Pearl 14K Gold Ring Band
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A striking 14ct gold band showcasing a cabochon-cut Australian Lightning Ridge black opal doublet with vivid blue and green hues.
Opal, Pearl, Onyx, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Dalben Light Blue Boulder Opal Rose Gold Ring
By Oreste Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18 kt rose gold ring with a 3,02 carat bezel-set deep light blue navette shape Australian Boulder Opal .
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
18k Yellow Gold Ring Opal and Brilliant-Cut Diamonds
Located in Berlin, BE
Elegant 18k Yellow Gold Ring with Australian Opal and Diamonds This stunning 18k yellow gold ring features a magnificent opal of approximately 5ct, showcasing a vibrant play of colo...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6 Carat Ethiopian Opal in "Crunchy" 18K Gold East-West Solitaire Bezel Ring
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
WEIGHTS & MEASUREMENTS: Face height: 16mm (5/8") Face width: 20mm (just over 3/4") Band width (in the back): 2.6mm Band thickness: 1.7mm Opal measurements: 15mm x 11mm x...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 1.38ct 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.
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Opal and Diamond Castle Convertible Ring Pendant Charm 18k Gold
By Aurora Designer
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Solid 18k yellow gold castle pendant set with a beautiful doublet Australian Opal, diamonds, and tsavorite ♥This pendant can also be converted into a ring ♥ Gorgeous blue color!
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Heavy 18K Gold Australian Boulder Opal Ring Pendant 38.17ct Stone 35.8g V1129
Located in Osprey, FL
This striking statement piece is crafted from 18K gold and features a stunning Australian boulder opal boasting a weight of 38.17ct!
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
50 MM Hand-Carved Australian Opal Maiden Cameo on Black Onyx Gemstone
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
This exquisite loose gemstone features a delicate, hand-carved Australian Opal cameo set against a polished Black Onyx tablet.
Onyx, Opal
$6,090Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum Rutilated Quartz White Diamond Yellow + White Gold Ring, Pamela Froman
By Pamela Froman
Located in Dallas, TX
From her current studio in Los Angeles, Pamela continues to evolve her line while keeping true to the handmade, exceptional quality that has defined her image. Semi Black Australian ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Other, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
$4,950
Platinum Black Opal Ring
Located in Sarasota, FL
Indulge in the luxurious beauty of our Platinum Black Opal Ring. This exquisite piece features a mesmerizing black opal, radiating with captivating hues, set in a sleek platinum band...
Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Australian Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1990s Item Details: Ring Size: 10 (Sizable) Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 9.0grams Opal Details: Australian Opal.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dalben Stone Shape Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18 kt yellow gold ring with a 6,8 carats bezel-set blue stone shape Australian Boulder Opal .
Opal, 18k 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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