$304Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pave Diamond Wing Earring 925 Silver Opal Stone Wedding Earring Dainty Charm.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Wing Earring 925 Silver Opal Stone Wedding Earring Dainty Charm.
Diamond, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Syna Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal Earrings with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Ethiopian opal 4.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.80 carat approx. French wire for pierced ears Limited edition Forged from 18 karat yellow gold, these e...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy 7.95 Carat Opal Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Free style shaped Opal and diamond earrings. Set in 14k yellow gold dangles. 2 opals with 2 round accent diamonds. 2 fancy opals approx total weight: 7.95 2 round diamonds approx t...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9K Gold Opal Vintage Style Floral Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Each earring blooms like a delicate flower, with opals that shimmer in a dance of iridescent colors.
Opal, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Vintage Opal Gold Open Hoop Earrings Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Opal Gold Open Hoop Earrings. Hand crafted 14K Yellow Gold with 24K Gold Wash mounting. Measuring approx. 1" long x 1" wide. More Beautiful in Real time! Ve...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal & Diamond Vintage Style Halo Drop White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Opal and Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Drop Earrings, and elegant Art Deco-style pair of earrings feature a stunning round opal at the center, its vibrant play of colors adding a touch...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Modern 14K Yellow Gold Turquoise Opal Dangle Earrings, Unisex
Located in Dallas, TX
The play-of-color in these opals is just stunning! In 14 karat yellow gold with yellow gold rondells and turquoise.
Opal, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$355Sale Price / item|50% Off
W 0.62 in L 0.79 in
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings, opal and dandelion painting.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with opal cab, dandelion flower drawing. Handmade Paint flower themed Shell Earrings with opal.
Opal, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
Victorian 41.64 Cttw. Coral, Opal and Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite Victorian-inspired dangle earrings are a stunning statement piece. Crafted with 41.64 carats of coral, opal, and diamonds, these earrings feature a unique design with...
Coral, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Stud Rose Gold 14K Earrings Diamond Pink Opal For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings 14K Rose Gold Diamond 156 - 0,44 ct Pink Opal 2-2,45 ct Weight 3,78 gr Mathing Bracelet and Necklace Avaliable Minimal yet sophisticated, this piece adds a subtle touch ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Rose Gold
$1,810 / set
H 2 in W 0.63 in L 2 in
Sterling Silver, Australian Opal & Diamond Shooting Star Earrings
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
The Antares Earrings, part of the Shooting Stars collection were designed to bring you luck, and also playfully coordinate with other designs within the Antares collection. This pair...
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Coral and Opal Dangle Earrings, Modern Design
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful play-of-color in the opals in this pair of stunning earrings! The coral also adds a splash of color.
Coral, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,560Sale Price / set|20% Off
Ethiopian Opal Natural Pave Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings 14k Gold Earring 1 Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Ethiopian Opal Natural Pave Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings 14k Gold Earring 1 Pair Materials: Gold, Stone Gemstone: Opal Location: Earlobe Closure: Push back Length: 63 Millimetres Wi...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal & Diamond Art Deco Style Stud 14K White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
These dainty Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Earrings feature beautiful flashes of playful colors that catch both eyes and hearts.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal Hex Earrings with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Ethiopian Opal 6.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.50 carat approx. Omega backs for pierced ears Limited edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Na...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold 2.35 Carat Opal Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning 2.35 carats Opal diamond stud earrings are handmade in 18-karat white gold. It is set with .29 carats of glittering diamonds. The unusual natural shape of Opal gemston...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Star Dainty Earring in 14k Gold Ethiopian Opal Minimalist
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Star Dainty Earring 14k Gold Ethiopian Opal Minimalist Fine Jewelry Gift Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New without tags: A brand-new, ...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco Australian Opal Doublet & Tanzanite Dangle Earrings in Silver & 18KGold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Vivid in color and elegant in form, these Art Deco Australian Opal Doublet and Tanzanite Dangle Earrings by Bhavya Gems & Jewels celebrate the beauty of rare gemstones through refine...
Opal, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
Maria Tash 18 Karat Gold Diamond and Fire Opal Single Hoop Earring
Located in North Miami, FL
This refined Maria Tash single hoop earring is crafted in 18 karat gold and exemplifies the brand’s signature blend of minimalism, precision, and modern luxury. The hinged hoop featu...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Syna Opal Yellow Gold Earrings with Sapphires and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Opal 4 carats approx. Sapphires 0.50 carat approx. Diamonds 0.40 carat approx. Limited edition Adorn yourself with the exotic beauty of these limited...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Sapphire, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Saturn Design Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Saturn Design Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, is one of the...
Opal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$600Sale Price|25% Off
W 0.4 in L 0.99 in
9K Gold Natural Opal and Peridot Vintage Style Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Bring a touch of nature-inspired elegance to your look with these Natural Opal and Peridots Vintage-Style Drop Earrings. A glowing opal sits at the center as the pistil, surrounded ...
Opal, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.58 in D 0.24 in L 2.56 in
Set in 18Kt Yellow Gold, Ethiopian Opal & Mozambique Ruby Chandelier Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Ethiopian Opal & Ruby Chandelier Earrings set in 18Kt Gold & Red Rhodium.
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold
Modern Iolite, Opal, and Diamond Dangle Earrings in Sterling Silver
Located in Nantucket, MA
Unusual and striking, a pair of dangle earrings with a subtle leaf motif. Round, faceted iolite stones as the blossoms with oval, fiery, opals as the leaves and pave`-set diamonds a...
Diamond, Iolite, Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Crescent Moon Opal Single Earring in 14k Gold by J Dauphin, New
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J Dauphin Egyptian Crescent Moon 14k Gold Opal Single Earring A sculptural single earring handcrafted in solid 14k yellow gold, featuring a crescent moon silhouette centered with a n...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Blue Colored Black Opal & Diamond Stud Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Blue Colored Black Opal & Diamond Stud Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, is ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Halo Design Black Opal Diamonds Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Classic Halo Design Australian Black Opal Diamonds Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free One Year Limited Warranty! Free Gift Bag or Box with ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,425Sale Price|25% Off
W 0.48 in L 1.15 in
Opal and Emerald Vintage Style Dangle Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
These stunning vintage-style dangle earrings feature a radiant round opal at the center, set in a delicate prong setting.
Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Bezel Set Opal Endless Hoop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Weight: 0.42 grams
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Opal Yellow Gold Earrings with Emeralds and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Oapl 4 carats approx. Emeralds 0.35 carat approx. Diamonds 0.40 carat approx. Limited edition These limited edition Candy Blue Topaz and Moon Quartz ...
Brown Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
L 1.78 in
Opal Diamond Drop Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold, 3.15 Carats, England
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These beautiful Opal Diamond drop earrings are made in 18K Yellow Gold. There are 3 Opals per earring each Opal with a Diamond surround. One oval Opal of 1 carat, one rectangle Opa...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
$355Sale Price / item|50% Off
W 0.62 in L 0.79 in
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings, opal and snake on branch painting.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Handmade Paint animal themed Shell Earrings with opal. Beach Wedding bridal stud earrings.
Opal, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
$645 / set
W 0.39 in D 0.33 in L 0.39 in
Silvorra Antique-Inspired Opal & Diamond Silver Stud Earrings for Everyday Wear
Located in New York, NY
These elegant stud earrings are crafted in 925 sterling silver and feature natural round opal gemstones measuring 6 mm, with two stones totaling 1.13 carats, beautifully framed by sp...
Diamond, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,800Sale Price|25% Off
W 0.87 in L 2.76 in
9K White Gold Solid Natural Amethyst Opal Vintage Style Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Create a graceful look with these Natural Amethyst Opal Vintage Style Drop Earrings, designed to embody elegance and charm.
Amethyst, Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.78 in W 0.51 in
14K Two-Tone Gold Opal Ruby Diamond Clip-On Earrings, Circa 1980
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Two-Tone White and Yellow Gold Opal Ruby Diamond Clip-On Earrings. Three bezel-set Opals, one round, two oval, four round bezel-set Ruby's set in yellow gold and 60 pavé-set...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hand-Carved Opal Rose and Diamond Earring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Westport, CT
Where fire meets flower, and light lives in every petal. Inspired by the grace of my daughter and the quiet magic of nature, the Maegelle collection features hand-carved opal roses,...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,100Sale Price|25% Off
W 0.67 in L 1.93 in
9K Gold Emerald Opal Pearl and Diamond Vintage Style Floral Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
ACCENT STONE(S) Stone: Natural Opal Color: White Shape: Round & Pear Size: 2.5, 7 x 5 mm.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
925 Sterling Silver earring, Natural Pink Opal Faceted Long Dangle Jewelry Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Natural Pink Opal Dangle Earring, Silver Earring, Fine Silver Earring, Handmade Jewelry Earring, Gifts Gemstone Details Gemstone : Pink Opal Gemstone Weight : 11.20 Carats Avg.
Quartz, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
Dm 0.63 in
White Opal Tunnel Earrings with Diamonds Made in 14k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"14kt gold:1.98g, Diamond:3.24ct, Silver:2.4g, White Opal 10:16mm"
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Silver
Meira T Boulder Opal & Diamond Drop Earrings 925 Sterling Silver 14K white Gold
By Meira T
Located in New York, NY
These chic and gorgeous drop earrings are perfect for everyday or evening wear. These earrings are made in 925 sterling silver with a center oval shape boulder opal with diamond stud...
Diamond, Opal, White Gold, Sterling Silver
Fabergé Délices D’Été Collection Diamond Sapphire Black Opal Earrings
By Fabergé
Located in Genève, GE
Fabergé workmaster collections, capsule collections and jewellery suites each tell a story inspired by Fabergé’s rich legacy - masterpieces possessing the modernity, refinement and t...
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapp...
$900
W 0.48 in L 2.29 in
Carved Green Jade & Opal Emerald and Diamond Vintage Style Drop Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The top of the earrings are opal, diamonds and emeralds accents. Lovely and stylish.
Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Opal, 9k Gold, White Gold
$1,248Sale Price / set|20% Off
Ethiopian Opal Diamond 14k Solid Gold Kitty Cat Bow Stud Earrings Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Ethiopian Opal Diamond 14k Solid Gold Kitty Cat Earring Cat Bow Stud Earrings Note for buyer :- Sold as pair of 2 pcs ( Right and left both side ) Shape Bow Main Stone Creat...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
1.00 Carat Diamond Sapphire Opal Yellow Gold Silver Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage opal, diamond and sapphire dangle earrings. Pear shaped ovals with halo's of round diamonds set in oxidized silver tops with light blue Ceylon sapphire accents.
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold Plate
Boulder Opal Orange Zircon Earrings Estate 18k Gold 2" Drops Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of boulder opal & orange zircon earrings crafted in 18k yellow gold. Boulder opals measure 30mm x 10mm. Two zircons measure 6mm each. The gemstones are in very good con...
Opal, Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,100
W 0.44 in L 0.44 in
Opal & Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Set Vintage Style Stud White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
At the center, a mesmerizing round opal captures the light with its ethereal play of colors, surrounded by a ring of rich blue sapphires that mimic the cool elegance of winter.
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,900 / item
W 0.44 in L 0.87 in
Opal and Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Drop Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Opal and Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Drop Earrings, and elegant Art Deco-style pair of earrings feature a stunning round opal at the center, its vibrant play of colors adding a touch...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Opal Hoop Earring 925 Silver Diamond 14k Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Opal Hoop Earring Opal Jewelry 925 Silver Diamond Hoop Earring 14k Gold Earring Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New without tags: A brand-new, u...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Vintage Style Opal and Diamond Earrings in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dreamy round opals shine with their rare and enchanting color play.
Opal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$1,725Sale Price|25% Off
W 1.07 in L 2.37 in
9K Yellow Gold Natural Blue Topaz and Opal Vintage Style Chandelier Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
ACCENT STONE(S) Stone: Natural Opal Color: White Shape: Round Size: 2 - 3 mm. Number: 20 Weight: 0.56 Carat (approx.)
Opal, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,125Sale Price|25% Off
W 0.36 in L 0.4 in
14K Solid Gold Natural Sapphire and Opal Vintage Style Floral Lever Back Earring
Located in Bangkok, TH
ACCENT STONE(S) Stone: Natural Opal Color: White Shape: Round Size: 1.7 mm. Number: 24 Weight: 0.28 Carat (approx.)
Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$355Sale Price / item|50% Off
W 0.62 in L 0.79 in
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings, opal and sun and moon with star painting.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with opal cab, sun and moon with star drawing.
Opal, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
$3,712Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.36 in L 1.86 in
18 Karat Gold and Aquamarine Drop Earring with Boulder Opal and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco influence can be seen in the geometric, elongated shapes of this design. These are earrings to wear to make a bold statement with both color and shape. They feature a mix...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Chandeliers Diamond Pink Sapphire Opal 18K Yellow Gold Earrings For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings Yellow 18K Gold Diamonds 0.63 ct Pink Sapphires 14.74 ct White Opal 9.43 ct Weight 12 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva...
Diamond, Sapphire, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Minimalist Black Agate Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Black Agate Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemsto...
Agate, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Yellow Gold Opal Large Stud Earrings 14k Cabochon .25ctw Scroll Flowers Clip-Ons
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Opals Carat(s): .25ctw Cut: Round Cabochon Stone Note: Australian Total Carats: .25ctw Style: Large Stud Fastening Type: C...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Stud Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
At the center, a mesmerizing round opal captures the light with its ethereal play of colors, surrounded by a ring of rich blue sapphires that mimic the cool elegance of winter.
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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).
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
Someone wanted to “modernize” the Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. masterworks, but Mahnaz Collection came to their rescue. Here, the dealer explains precisely why they’re such an extraordinary find.
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