Vintage Emerald and Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Emerald and Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring A statement of elegance and opulence, this vintage
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Pear Shape Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By H & H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
Delight in the exquisite beauty of this Pear Shape Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring. A stunning
Diamond, Platinum
French Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
A French Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring. The center ruby is 0.78 carats. The total weight of the
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$10,140Sale Price|20% Off
Orange Imperial Topaz & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
Orange Imperial Topaz (GIA Certified) & Diamond Platinum Ring. The ring features a 6.02ct oval
Diamond, Imperial Topaz, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Vintage Citrine Diamond Cocktail Bombe Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This Tiffany & Co. Vintage Citrine Diamond Cocktail Bombé Ring, crafted in platinum circa 1980s
Citrine, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Ring Description: A striking platinum ring featuring a rich
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Superb 2.17ct Pink Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply gorgeous Estate ring set in solid Platinum and featuring a stunning heated pink Sapphire
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring Description: A refined platinum ring centered with a
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Estate Ring
Located in Miami, FL
harmony. Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Estate Ring Platinum 18kt Yellow Gold Filigree Underneath the
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Estate Diamond Onyx Platinum Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This vintage estate ring is crafted in platinum and showcases a striking Art Deco design
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Platinum Natural Pearl Diamond Ring, GCS
Located in New York, NY
certified by GCS, ensuring exceptional quality. The platinum setting highlights the ring's elegance, and the
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Platinum AGL Certified Sapphire & Diamond Ring 6.9g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies platinum and blue sapphire ring with diamonds. Stamped 10% Irid, Plat. and weighs 6.9 grams
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique-style Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful platinum ring featuring a vivid red oval shaped ruby, weighing 0.92 carats, which we
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Certified 8.32 carat Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Try this show stopping platinum, emerald, and, diamond cocktail ring. The ring is set with a 8.32
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
David Webb 16.4 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
House of David Webb. Masterfully crafted in platinum and 18-karat yellow gold, this striking ring
18k Gold, Platinum
Platinum, Natural Pearl Diamond Ring, GIA
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring showcases the perfect fusion of natural pearl and diamonds. The center pearl
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
$64,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Unheated 13.69 Carat Sapphire Cocktail Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Royal sapphire diamond cocktail ring. Lively violetish-blue, high brilliance, oval faceted
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Ruby and Diamond Bombe Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A breathtaking vintage cocktail ring crafted in luxurious platinum, showcasing a vivid 2.94-carat
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
COCKTAIL RING SSEF Certified Superb Burma Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring.
Located in Miami, FL
This is an investment-grade, ultra-premium estate three-stone cocktail ring masterfully crafted in
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
5 Stone Diamond Platinum Band Ring
By H & H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite 5 Stone Diamond Platinum Band Ring displays a captivating array of Diamonds. It
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
captivating hues, blending classic and modern beauty. Crafted in platinum with intricate detailing, the ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Tiara Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
were inspired by nature and romance. This unique diamond ring is made from platinum and features a GIA
Diamond
Boucheron, Paris Retro emerald and gold cocktail ring
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold cocktail ring comprised of a central emerald flanked by bands of scrolled, invisibly
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Colombian Emerald Diamond ring 18KT & PLATINUM
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning Colombian Emerald ring, rare find! Luxurious cocktail ring for all occasions, custom made
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Platinum 3.21ct Ice Jadeite Jade Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
Platinum jadeite jade and diamond ring featuring colorless "ice jadeite". The jadeite weighs 3.21
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Fred Leighton Platinum Jade Diamond Ring
By Fred Leighton
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite and delicate creation by Fred Leighton, set in platinum, the ring features center 10.7 x
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Pear Pink Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring – 2.20ct
Located in London, GB
An elegant platinum ring featuring a stunning pear-shaped pink sapphire weighing approximately
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A perfect cocktail ring for day and night featuring a gem 4.83 carat black opal. The Australian
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Platinum Ruby & Diamond Ring - Round 1.92ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: Please contact us for sizing information. Metal Content: Platinum Stone Information
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA 0.88ct Center Diamond 3.50ct Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant platinum cocktail ring. The ring is centered with sparkling GIA certified round
Diamond, Platinum
Tourmaline and diamond cocktail ring, circa 1960.
Located in London, GB
Tourmaline and diamond cocktail ring. Set to centre with a round brilliant cut red natural
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Edwardian Platinum Peruzzi Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This platinum diamond ring is on the cusp of the Edwardian and Art Deco eras. The centerpiece of
Diamond, Platinum
Pink Diamond Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This ring features a 0.21 carat round pink diamond with 0.32 carats or full-cut colorless diamonds
Diamond, Pink Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Platinum Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in San Diego, CA
of 1.55Ct Total Weight. This ring can serve as an engagement ring or a cocktail ring and is very
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
A Magnificent 6.04ct Ruby & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply immense and utterly unique Jewel set in solid platinum , and featuring a stunning Ruby
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum 1.37ct Diamond and Sapphire Ring #5231
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
, this Platinum 1.37 ct Diamond and 3.31 ct Sapphire Ring comes with a gift box.
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Star Ruby and Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Star Ruby and Diamond Bypass Ring Description: This architectural cocktail ring is
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
Mid Century sapphire diamond platinum cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This refined Mid Century cluster ring captures the balanced elegance and confident design language
Sapphire, Platinum
Everyday Jadeite Jade Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A natural Jadeite Jade ring set in a hand fabricated platinum mounting that can be worn every day
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring, circa 1935
Located in London, GB
Sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond in a open
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Baguette Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Baguette Ring Description: A captivating piece of elegance, this
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Double Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Double Halo Cocktail Ring A statement of elegance and opulence, this
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Emerald and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
handcrafted in Platinum. Emerald weight : 1.40 carat Diamond weight : 0.74 carat Metal : Platinum Ring
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$2,704Sale Price|20% Off
LEYSER 950 Platinum Green Beryll Ring
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Platinum Ring (950/PL, 12.9g) featuring: - 1 faceted Heliodor (oval, 13x11mm) - 6 brilliant-cut
Diamond, Green Beryl, 18k Gold, Platinum
$36,000Sale Price|20% Off
Patek Philippe Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
By Patek Philippe
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum 3.5CT Diamond and 2CT Emerald AGL Certificate Ring by Patek Philippe. With Round brilliant
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Tahitian pearl diamond platinum cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage platinum cluster ring is centered by a captivating Tahitian pearl measuring
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Modern Australian Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A modern styled platinum ring featuring a 1.15 carat Australian black opal with excellent play-of
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Colombian emerald and diamond cocktail ring, circa 1950
Located in London, GB
Colombian emerald and diamond cocktail ring. Set to centre with an octagonal emerald-cut natural
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
8.30 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
baguette cut diamonds which spiral around the sapphire. Hand fabricated in a platinum mounting. Ring Size
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
accented by 0.92 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds. Hand-fabricated in a platinum mounting. Ring Size
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Spectacular Star Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular Star Sapphire and Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in Platinum Command attention with this
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamonds set in the sides of the opal and weigh a total of 0.62 carats. Hand-fabricated in platinum. Ring
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Purple Star Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
of this hand-fabricated platinum ring. It has a sweet lilac purple color rarely seen in star
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Ox Blood Coral Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A simple yet fine platinum made ring featuring a 11.7mm round coral which has a rich red color
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
This is a beautiful, Pinkish-Red Rubellite Tourmaline with a diamond halo accent Ring Overall, it
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Onyx Diamond Gold Bombe Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
High style 18kt Yellow Gold Ring with pave set Diamond sides set in Platinum and polished Black
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely platinum made ring featuring a large natural cats eye chrysoberyl weighing 11.85 carats
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
There are many ways to showcase a diamond, from traditional prongs to a smooth, streamlined bezel. Here’s everything you need to consider.
The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Zircon is a magnificent and underrated natural gemstone that has been worn and adored for centuries.
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Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.