Orange Fire Opal with Pave Diamonds Ring
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Striking orange color, in a uniquely cut organically shaped Fire Opal, embellished with pave diamonds. This opal is exceptionally clear with depth of color, and is enhanc...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
$2,773Sale Price|40% Off
Fire Mexican Opal Silver Ring Red Orange Statement Jewelry Large natural opal
Located in Berlin, DE
This bold sterling silver ring highlights the vivid beauty of a natural Mexican opal, celebrated for its fiery brilliance and captivating play-of-color. Originating from Mexico, the ...
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver
18K Yellow Gold Mexican Fire Opal Cocktail Ring Orange Sapphire Halo
Located in Plantation, FL
An exceptional statement ring featuring a stunning cabochon-cut Mexican fire opal as its centerpiece, surrounded by a densely set halo of warm orange sapphires and accent diamonds.
Fire Opal, 18k Gold
Fire Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring, 18K Gold Orange, Red, Green colour play
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A Exceptional Mexican Fire Opal & Diamond Cluster Ring in 18ct Gold A striking contemporary ring showcasing a vivid drop-shaped Mexican fire opal, alive with electric flashes of gre...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 8 Carat Vibrant Orange Pear Fire Opal and Diamond Ring Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant and Finely detailed Vibrant Orange Pear Mexican Fire Opal and Diamond Vintage Gold Cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal
Oval Orange Fire Opal Diamonds Halo 14K Rose Gold Statement Classic Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A striking Fire Opal and Diamond Ring, featuring a vibrant oval Fire Opal set in a delicate rose gold band, adorned with shimmering diamonds. 3.52 carats Fire Opal Carats 0.46 carats...
Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Beautiful Platinum 1.43ctw Oval Cabochon Vivid Orange Fire Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Fire Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Orange Color with Play of Colors - 7.4x6.6mm- 1.12ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - 6 Bague...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Fire Opal with Orange Sapphire and Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fire Opal 1.25 carats with Orange Sapphire 0.28 carat and Diamond 0.43 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 54 "Since we first op...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 3.68ct High Quality Fire Orange Opal Diamond Dual Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Fire Opal - Oval Cabochon - Prong Set - Deep Orange Color - Very High Quality - 11.6x8.7mm - 2.60ct (exact) Natural Genuine Diamonds - 14 Baguette w/ 2...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Solid Platinum 5.81ctw Emerald Cut Deep Reddish Orange Fire Opal & Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Fire Opal - Emerald Cut - Prong Set - Deep Reddish Orange Color - 14.9x10.9 mm - 5.64ct (exact) (14) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut ...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Platinum 4.2ctw Faceted Emerald Cut Bi-Color Orange Fire Opal Step Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Fire Opal - Emerald Cut - Channel Set - Bi-Color 2 Tone Dark to Light Orange Color - 12.6x7.7mm - 3.61ct (exact) (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - 8 B...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Platinum Bezel Orange Fire Jelly Opal White & Blue Diamond Wide Heavy Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jelly Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Orange Color w/ Great Play of Color - 4.35ct (exact) (7) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Cut - Burnish...
Blue Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Cushion Light Peach Pink Morganite Orange Opals Diamonds 14KRose Gold Band Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Elegant Three-Stone Ring. This exquisite ring features a central elongated cushion shape Morganite , flanked by two orange opals. The setting is intricate, with detailed metalwork su...
Diamond, Morganite, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Cocktail Ring Orange Fire Opal Orange Sapphires Diamonds Yellow Sapphires
Located in Milan, IT
White gold, diamonds pavé, triangular mixed cut orange opal fire, briolette cut orange sapphires, round brilliant cut diamonds, yellow and orange sapphires.
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Diamond Mexican Fire Opal Bright Orange 14K White Gold Halo Ring Estate
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Brambleton, US
Vintage Diamond Mexican Fire Opal Bright Orange 14K White Gold Halo Ring Estate Cocktail This fascinating piece came to us from a fine estate and is crafted in luxurious 14K white ...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Intini Jewels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Cut Fire Opal Cocktail Orange Midi Ring
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Oval cabochon solitaire ring design, with shining sparkles. 0.4 carat Natural Fire Opal on 18 karat yellow gold ring inspired by the joy of summer sunsets. With a perfect size, it wi...
Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fire Opal, Purple Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By carpenter and sons
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
A cherry red-orange Fire Opal is centered in this ring and weighs 1.3 carats.
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platin...
LeVian 14K Rose Gold Orange Fire Opal Round Chocolate Brown Diamond Halo Ring
By Le Vian
Located in Great Neck, NY
LeVian 14K Rose Gold Orange Fire Opal Round Chocolate Brown Diamond Halo Ring
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Sharon Khazzam 18K RG White Diamond, Fire Opal and Orange Sapphire Shimmee® Ring
By Sharon Khazzam
Located in Great Neck, NY
Suspended unpredictably off one side of the ring are seven dancing gemstones – a collection of round fire opals and marquise orange sapphires.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Other, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vibrant Orange Fire Opal ring
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautifully crafted marquise shaped orange fire opal in a 14 karat yellow gold fluted mounting. Size 9
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fire Opal Orange Sapphire Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking fire opal, weighing 7.81 carats, is the focal point of this contemporary ring.
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Surprising Tsavorite Garnet Orange Sapphire and Fire Opal Frog Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
The eyes are formed by 2 fire opal cabochons. The frog holds a fire opal between its front feet.
Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century Fire Opal Turquoise Corals Roses Bird Cocktail Gold Ring Orange Red
By Vicente Gracia Art Jewellery
Located in Valencia, ES
MADE TO ORDER Fire Opal Green turquoise Corals Cocktail Ring by Vicente Gracia 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring, central round fire opal, roses carved as green turquoise, red coral, ski...
Coral, Opal, Turquoise, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Petra Class Orange Red Glow Multi-Color Fire White Opal Matte Gold Ring
By Petra Class
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Ring handcrafted by jewelry designer Petra Class featuring a unique orangy-red glow 2.20 carat Ethiopian white opal with beautiful electric color-play, bezel-set in mat...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mandarin Garnet Ring 3.65 Carat Oval
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Colorful alternatives for Mandarin Garnet rings with diamonds are, Orange Sapphire ring, Fire Opal ring, Orange Diamond ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Other, Platinum
Natural Orange Fire Opal Ring in 925 Sterling Silver Handmade with Play of Color
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Orange Fire Opal Gemstone Ring in 925 Sterling Silver – Handmade Genuine Ethiopian Fire Opal Jewelry with Vibrant Play of Color, Boho Statement Ring, Gift for Her, October Bi...
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
European vintage chevron ring with orange fire opals
Located in Heemstede, NL
Discover this vintage chevron ring with stunning orange opals. Made of 9 carat yellow gold. Take a closer look at the orange color. This ring can very well be worn alone, but can als...
Opal, Fire Opal, 10k Gold
0.90ctw Orange Fire Opal Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Size 7.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Fire Opal - Size - 6 x 8 mm Cut - Oval Brilliant Color - Orange - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.09ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - G - H Clar...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K gold Orange Matrix Fire Opal Egg Shaped Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Mesmerizing 18K substantial ring with large fire opal cut en cabochon and mined in Mexico. The fire opal is securely embedded in its solid gold enclosure, an important factor as opal...
Opal, 18k Gold
Round Fire Opal Orange Sapphire Diamond Sun Flower Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
14K White Gold 1 Round Fire Opal at 1.96 Carats- Measuring 9mm 9 Round Orange Sapphires at 0.85 Carats 17 Brilliant Round White Diamonds at 0.25 Carats - Color: H-I /Clarity: SI Alb...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
New Natural AAA Orange Fire Opal Oval & White Cz Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The setting is a beautiful 14k Rose Gold Plate. The main stone is natural and is 8 x 6 x 4 mm Total carat weight is 1.35. The weight in Grams is 2.65. I have many items on aucti...
Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold
Fire Opal with Orange Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fire Opal 2.25 carats with Orange Sapphire 1.63 carats and Diamond 0.19 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 7.9...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Platinum 4.85ctw Vivid Deep Orange Fire Opal w/ Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Fire Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Fiery Deep Vivid Orange Color - Lively Nice Color - Well Cut 14.1x12.3mm / 4.15ct (exact) Numerous Natur...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Mexican Fire Opal in Fanta Orange Retro Gold Setting
Located in Northampton, MA
Or, "I don't want what everybody else has," ring. Because not everybody has an orange Mexican fire opal.
Opal, 14k Gold
2.28 Cts Opal & Diamond Ring, Fire Orange, Green & Blue, Superb Play of Color
Located in Hong Kong, HK
There are 14 round brilliant white diamonds totaling 0.87 cts surrounding the center opal. The Opal is oval shaped. It is rare to have so much fire orange through out the opal.
Opal, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Semi eternity gold ring with opals, emeralds.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Half eternity opal, emeralds ring. Fire opal ring. Orange opal ring Metal: 14k gold Weight: 1.65 g. depends from size Central stones: Opals Cut - marquise, weight - 1 ct (4.2x2.4 m...
Emerald, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Delicate Victorian Bright Orange Fire Opal Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Louisville is a unique and delicate Victorian era (circa 1885) 9k rose gold ring centering a round cabochon bright orange fire opal gauged at 4.25mm in diameter and flanked on either...
Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold
8 Carat Orange Mexican Fire Opal with Cognac Natural Zircon Byzantine Style Ring
By Erin Mac Jewelry
Located in Menlo Park, CA
A beautiful checkerboard cushion cut Mexican Fire Opal over 8cts set with .04cts diamond prongs with 3.26cts of natural cognac zircons on the side all set on a handmade, 18K yellow ...
Diamond, Opal, Zircon, 14k Gold
5.31 Carat Fire Opal Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful blaring Red-Orange Fire Opal Ring will look Ravishing! The unique Pear Cut Fire Opal weighs 3.07 Carats.
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.65 Carat Fire Opal Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful blaring Red-Orange Fire Opal Ring will look Ravishing! The Fire Opal is 3.98 Carats and is an Oval Cut.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.53 Carat Fire Opal Diamond White Gold Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Orange Fire Opal and Diamond Ring. This ring has a 3.39 carat Oval Cut Fire Opal in the center of the ring and is surrounded by a halo of 18 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh a...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.01 Carat Fire Opal Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bold, Beautiful and Bright Orange Fire Opal Cocktail Ring
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
11.71 Carat Fire Opal Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bold, Beautiful and Bright Orange Fire Opal Cocktail Ring! This ring has a stunning 11.29 Carat Oval Cut Fire Opal in the center of the ring and is surrounded by 26 Round Brilliant ...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
4.29 Carat Fire Opal Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bold, Beautiful and Bright Orange Fire Opal Cocktail Ring! This ring has a beautiful 2.81 carat Emerald Cut Fire Opal in the center of the ring and is surrounded 130 Round Brilliant...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Orange Opal ring (Ethiopian) 18kgold plated over sterling silver
Located in Bangkok, TH
Orange Opal tumble (free form shape) 6.25 cts 2 pcs. Honey yellow zircon 3.0 mm 2 pcs. White zircon 18k gold plated over sterling silver size 7 us. Storefront (search) ornamento j...
Opal, Zircon, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
4.43 Carat Fire Opal Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bold, Beautiful and Bright Orange Fire Opal Cocktail Ring The Orange Oval Cut Fire Opal weighs 4.12 Carats and has 14 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.31 Carats.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century GIA Opal Diamond Cocktail Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning diamond and opal cocktail ring is crafted in solid platinum, weighing 10.3 grams and measures 24mm x 13mm high. Showcasing a prominent four-prong set cosmic GIA certif...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
10.5 Carat Cushion Cut Neon Mint Tourmaline Cadillac Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A one-of-a-kind 10.5 carat cushion cut neon mint tourmaline and diamond three stone ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, handcrafted in solid 18K yellow gold. Designed for collecto...
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Cut Diamond Solitare Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Large rose cut diamond diameter 10mm×8mm in octagon shape excellent spark white color no inclousion with total estimate diamond weight of 3.5 carats centered in 14k gold solitaire ri...
14K Yellow Gold Vintage Opal Ring 3.5g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage opal and diamond ring in 14k yellow gold floral design mounting. Stamped 14k, Plat, and weighs 3.5 grams gross weight. The Australian black opal has excellent, bright green a...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,496Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond & Fire Opal Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Diamond & Fire Opal Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Fire Opal - 9.50 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds 2.00 Carat This Ring...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1980s 10K Yellow Gold Peridot Solitaire Ring Size 7
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful, unique 1980s ring is 10k yellow gold. It features an oval cut, 8x10mm peridot gemstone. The face of this ring measures 1/2 of an inch north to south with a rise of 7m...
Peridot, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Antique Victorian 14k Gold Oval Opal Solitaire Ring W/ 0.80ctw Old Diamond Halo
Located in Montclair, NJ
This super cute Victorian era ring is crafted in solid 14k gold and features an oval cabochon opal stone displaying vibrant blue, green and orange play throughout. The opal solitaire...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Opal Gold Ring Polychrome Gem Natural Harlequin Opal Unisex
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold ring with doublet of a natural black opal on a petrified wood base opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.12 х 0.35 х 0.94 in / 3 х 9 х 24 mm ring size - 7 US...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dalben Design Big Oval Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18k yellow gold matte finishing ring with a 15 carat bezel-set light violet with a Blue-green lights spots wave line Australian Boulder Opal . Ring si...
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Opal & Diamond Oval Shaped Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Opal & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring 14ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning Edwardian 14ct gold cluster ring, featuring one oval opal at its centre surrounded by...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Flower Onbell Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Onbell Flower Ring. A stunning vintage ring with a unique floral design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set with beautiful nat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Opal and Diamonds Ring in 14k Gold. Gold Ring with Opal
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Black opal and diamonds ring in 14k gold. Genuine opal ring. Gold ring with opal Metal: 14k solid gold Weight: 2.4 g (depends from size) Main stone - opal, black with color play, o...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold
Syna Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue Topaz 7 carats approx. Diamonds 0.04 carat approx. Ring size US 7, can be sized Limited edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Draw...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$18,750Sale Price|25% Off
Oscar Heyman 14.21ct Cat's-Eye Sapphire & Diamond Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
This Oscar Heyman ring is made from platinum and contains a rare 14.21ct Cat's-Eye Sapphire and 14 colorless round diamonds weighing 1.48cts. Cat's-eye sapphires display the phenomen...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$1,228Sale Price / item|30% Off
Green jade 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Green jade 14k gold ring. Oval cabochon jade ring. Jade gold ring. Jade vintage style ring. Unique jade engagement ring. Jade birthstone ring. Green gem ring. Jade gold jewellery. M...
Sapphire, Jade, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Certified Necklace Long 78cm Opera Length, Provenance Shirley Conran DBE
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
From the personal collection of Shirley Conran DBE (1932–2024), this striking long green bead necklace is composed of polished dyed quartz beads of impressive scale and strong sculpt...
Quartz
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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