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HRD Certified White Gold Art Deco Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The HRD Certified White Gold Art Deco Cocktail Ring is an exquisite piece of jewelry crafted with
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Calibre Cut 18k White Gold Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond 18k White Gold Art Deco Cocktail Ring. 2.00 Carat total ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

8.75 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Aqua White Gold Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Circa 1920's Art Deco emerald cut aquamarine center stone in a 14k white gold handmade setting with
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Vintage 1920s Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Antique 1920s 0.57 Carat Diamond and 14k White Gold Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1920s 0.57 carat diamond and 14 karat white gold cocktail
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

GIA Certified 24.88 Carat Star Ruby Diamond White Gold Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco Cabochon Star Ruby and diamond cocktail ring. GIA certified natural star Ruby accented
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Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

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Star Ruby, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring. Featuring 25 old European and single cut
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond art deco dome cocktail ring 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Diamond art deco dome cocktail ring 18k white gold Composed of round brilliant diamond dome srt
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Art Deco Onyx & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
Deco 1910- 1930 Diamond Info: Estimated 0.25 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Material: 18K White Gold
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
been crafted in 14k white gold. The pierced decorated Art Deco ring setting is ornamented with an
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Ring Shield 18K White Gold Cocktail
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This spectacular vintage ring is finely crafted in luxurious 18K White Gold for the top and solid
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 0.35ctw Sapphire Filigree Cocktail Ring, 14K White Gold, Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
An Art Deco 14 karat white gold sapphire filigree cocktail ring. This September birthstone ring
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Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
, color H-I and 21 diamonds in brilliant-cut, total 0,16 ct. Mounted in 18K white gold. Millegrain setting
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond Ring/ 18KT White Gold Cocktail Ring/ Diamond Art Deco Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The Natural Diamond Ring in 18KT White Gold is a stunning cocktail ring that showcases the timeless
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jadeite green jade art deco cocktail ring 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Jadeite green jade art deco cocktail ring 18k white gold Oval shaped jadeite gemstone natural
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond Filigree 14 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This Art Deco diamond cocktail ring is a striking and sophisticated piece of jewelry that captures
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco French Aquamarine 18k White Gold Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco French Aquamarine 18k White Gold Platinum Cocktail Ring. Featuring one octagonal step
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

13.00 Carat Amethyst Art Deco Filigree White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
13.00ct rectangle amethyst Art Deco 1940's filigree 14k white gold cocktail ring. 1 bright medium
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Cultured Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
white gold and platinum set dress ring; part of our vintage jewelry collections. This stunning, fine
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Baguette Cut Emerald White Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 18K White Gold. This Ring has 0.10 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Emerald, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Carré Cut Emerald White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 18K White Gold. This Ring has 1.53 Carats of White Modern
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style 6.49 Carat Emerald White Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 18K White Gold. This Ring has 0.20 Carats of White Modern
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Emerald Cut Emerald White Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 18K White and Yellow Gold. This Ring has 1.20 Carats of White Brilliant Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 4.45 Carat White Diamond Aquamarine White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K White Gold. This Ring has 0.45 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Emerald White Diamond Aquamarine White Gold Triple Cocktail Ring Set
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 18K White Gold. This Ring is a Triple Ring Set. Three separate Rings that
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Three Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Filigree Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This Art Deco three-stone cocktail ring is a timeless and stylish accessory that exudes vintage
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Aquamarine White Brilliant Cut Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 18K White Gold. This Ring has 0.30 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Blue Ceylon Sapphire White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 18K White Gold. This Ring has 0.84 Carats White Brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style White Brilliant Cut Diamond Aquamarine White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
message to solve the problem. This Ring is made of 18K White Gold. This Ring has 0.50 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco Style 1950s Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive Art Deco 0.65 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold cocktail ring; part of our
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 1.45 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.45 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold and platinum set Art Deco cocktail
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Art Deco White Zircon Emerald Cut Aquamarine White Gold Plate Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of Sterling Silver with a White Gold Plate. This Ring has 0.45 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Zircon, Gold Plate, White Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style 2.03 Carat White Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold and White Gold. This Ring has a 0.53 Carats White Old European
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco White Brilliant Cut Zircon Aquamarine White Gold Plate Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
message to solve the problem. This Ring is made of Sterling Silver with a White Gold Plate. This Ring has
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Zircon, White Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Vintage 14k White Gold, Diamond, & Sapphire Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Art Deco style 14k gold, diamond and sapphire cocktail ring. With a ca. 2.50 total
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Art Deco 14 karat white gold diamond cocktail ring is a captivating piece of jewelry that
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Diamond White Gold Star Cocktail Ring Size 6
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 1.9 Grams Stone: Diamond (1.75 mm) Face of Ring: 23 x 13 x 3 mm Ring Size: 6 Hallmark: 14K
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style 2.37 Carat White Brilliant Cut Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 18K White Gold. This Ring has a Central 1.52 Carats White
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Blue Oval Cut Sapphire White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 18K White Gold. This Ring has 0.65 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamonds and Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.75 Carats of White Modern Round Cut Diamonds
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Ruby Australian Pearl White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
message to solve the problem. This Ring is made of 14K White Gold. This Ring has 0.20 Carats of White
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 14k...

Art Deco 6.42 Carat Emerald 0.60 Carat White Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 18K White Gold. This Ring has 0.60 Carats of White Modern Round Cut Diamonds
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Aquamarine Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18ct White Gold, circa 1930
Located in Kendal, GB
A magnificent Art Deco cocktail ring adorned with a beautiful emerald cut Aquamarine which weighs
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20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold

Art Deco Amethyst White Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, 18k, Swiss. This gorgeous Art Deco ring is set with a lush 15 carat amethyst
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Carved Carnelian Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.06 Carats White Modern Round Cut Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Carnelian, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Chrysoprase Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.15 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Onyx, Chrysophrase, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Mediterranean Coral Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold and 14K White Gold. This Ring has 0.35
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Diamond and Emerald Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
. The milgrain adds to the vintage style. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style 5.20 Carat Emerald White Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 18K Yellow Gold White Gold. This Ring has 1.50 Carats of White Modern Round
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 3.91 Carat Ruby 1.16 Carat White Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 18K White Gold. This Ring has 1.16 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Cocktail Ring, circa 1930s
Located in Addison, TX
This incredible 14 karat white gold vintage three stone ring dates back to the 1930's. It features
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Large Art Deco 22.5 Carat Amethyst, Diamond 18K White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fine, large Art Deco period Amethyst and Diamond ring in a beautifully detailed 18K white gold
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Octagon Cut Emerald Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Damiani
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 18K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.72 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 0.75 Carat White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.75 Carats of White Diamonds. This Ring has
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Coral Onyx White Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold and 14k White Gold. This Ring has 0.45
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, White Diamond, Diamond, Coral, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Mosaic Style Cocktail Ring - 14K White Gold, 0.78ct Netural Diaonds
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Jewelry Material: White Gold 14k (the gold has been tested by a professional) Total Carat Weight
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Art Deco Style Japanese Pearl 2.35 Carat White Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
message to solve the problem. This Ring is made of 18K White Gold. This Ring has 2.35 Carats of White
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, White Gold...

Art Deco Red Mediterranean Coral White Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow and 14K White Gold. This Ring has 0.50 Carats
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Art Deco diamond band ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting. The
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 10.07 Carat White Diamond Amethyst Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.06 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Oval Cut Emerald White Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.23 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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White Gold Art Deco Cocktail Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of white gold art deco cocktail rings for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, White Gold and 18k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 896 vintage versions or 510 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. The designs in our inventory of white gold art deco cocktail rings bearing Art Deco or Modern hallmarks are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Luigi Ferrara, Royaal Stones Ltd and Doves by Doron Paloma are consistently popular. A selection of round cut, oval cut and emerald cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of white gold art deco cocktail rings, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are White Gold Art Deco Cocktail Rings?

On average, white gold art deco cocktail rings at 1stDibs sell for $3,619, while they’re typically $290 on the low end and $325,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

A Close Look at Art Deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right cocktail-rings for You

A flashy symbol of wealth during the early 20th century, antique and vintage cocktail rings have gained broader appeal in the decades since for the hefty dose of glamour they bring to any ensemble.

Cocktail rings earned their name for their frequent appearances during glitzy cocktail parties at the height of the Prohibition era. Back then, these accessories were seen not only as statement pieces but as statements in and of themselves. They openly represented a sense of freedom and independence as well as a demonstration of opulence. After all, the 1920s heralded the Harlem Renaissance and Art Deco design, and a slew of social and cultural shifts meant that women in particular were breaking from pre–World War I conventions and embracing newfound freedoms to express themselves as individuals.

Women expressly wore cocktail rings on the fingers of their right hand versus the left, which was “reserved” for an engagement ring or wedding band, accessories definitely paid for by a suitor. And for cocktail rings, the bigger the colored gem at the center — which is usually mounted in a high setting — and the more elaborate the design, the stronger the likelihood of being noticed.

Cocktail rings remained a popular piece of jewelry for women until the 1930s, when the Great Depression and the onset of war marked a change in behaviors nationwide. While the 1960s and ’70s saw a return in visibility for the accessory, it wasn’t until the 1980s that cocktail rings once again assumed their position as a beacon of luxury and glitz.

During the 20th century, the range of dazzling cocktail rings seems to have been limitless, from glimmering gold rings set with carved jade diamonds designed by David Webb to Pomellato’s pink quartz confections to striking Gucci butterfly rings with accent diamonds set in a pavé fashion.

So, how do you wear a cocktail ring? Cocktail rings “can be worn for almost anything — dinners, date nights, parties, special events, on the red carpet,” explains David Joseph of New York-based jewelry brand Bochic

Can you wear cocktail rings with other rings? “In my opinion, cocktail rings should stand on their own since they showcase a large gem in the center,” says Joseph.

These glamorous jewels can be worn inside or outside crowded taverns, in either daytime or nighttime with casual or dressy attire. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique and vintage cocktail rings, including those offered by Chanel, whose elegant cocktail rings often feature pearls and, of course, diamonds, and sometimes were styled after showy flowers like the camellia, and Van Cleef & Arpels, whose detailed and intricate designs are viewed as miniature pieces of wearable art.