1.62 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.626 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.98 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum. The Opal displays very good play of color! Opals are known for exhibiting fla...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Platinum 5.73ctw Translucent A Apple Green Burma Jade w/ Princess Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - 100% Natural A Jade - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Very Nice Apple Green Color - 11.87 x 8.80 x 5.65mm - 5.10ct (exact) ** See Cert...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Stern 1960s 7 Carats Citrine Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By H. Stern
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. This vintage ring features a domed band with a rectangular basket setting on top, secured by four flat prongs, holding an emerald-cut citri...
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Kurt Wayne 1.20 Carat Oval Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This signed Kurt Wayne emerald and diamond ring is a vibrant and elegant piece from a celebrated American designer. At its heart is a richly colored 1.20 carat oval emerald, bezel-se...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
4.35 Carat Natural No Heat Padparadscha Sapphire & Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring CGL Certified 4.35 Carat Natural, unheated Padparadscha Sapphire and 0.93 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. Sapphires have extraordinary durabilit...
Diamond, Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Platinum
18k Yellow Gold Platinum High Quality Sapphire Diamond Flower Cluster Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Cut - Prong Set - True Royal Blue Color - 5.2x4.75mm - 0.45ct (approx.) (8) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong S...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum 2.59ctw GIA Ceylon Pink Sapphire Diamond Dual Halo Flower Cluster Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Rich Vivid Pink Color - Heated - Ceylon- 1.36ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian old European cut diamond ruby 18k yellow gold platinum ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking Victorian jewel, this elegant ring captures the romance and richness of turn-of-the-century design. At its center, a beautifully cut old European diamond radiates soft, fi...
Blue Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Ring Diamond & Emerald Vintage Pinky US Size 3.5
Located in Greer, SC
"Lady's Art Deco ring is platinum, stamped 5% Irid Plat, weighs 2.2 pennyweights, good condition. A single stone collet set marquise diamond center has borders with channel set recta...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 2.82ctw Pear Cut Sapphire w/ Baguette Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Pear Cut - Prong Set - Royal Blue Color - 2.57ct (exact - stamped) **See Certification Details Below For More Info** (2) Natural Genuine ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA High Quality 3.89ctw Burma A Jade Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - 100% Natural A Jade - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Deep Green Color - Translucent - 10.88 x 8.95 x 3.73 mm - 2.89ct (exact) ** See ...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
New Platinum 20.67ctw GIA Large Emerald Cut Aquamarine & Sapphire Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent and very well made statement ring is newly crafted in solid platinum and features a large, GIA certified, natural aquamarine solitaire surrounded by a very fine qual...
Aquamarine, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Emerald Cut Diamond Set in Turquoise and Diamond Surround Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Emerald Cut Diamond Set in Turquoise and Diamond Platinum Ring. Featuring a Hand carved Turquoise centering .67ct Emerald Cut Diamond. Surrounded by Diamond...
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.82 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a GIA Certified 1.82 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and 0.86 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. People have admired emerald’s green for thousands o...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified NO HEAT Ruby & Diamond Three Stone Ring in Platinum
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA certified UNHEATED cushion shape Ruby weighing 2.07 carats Measuring (8.37x7.14x3.16) mm Trapezoid Diamonds weighing .69 carats J-VS2 quality Set in platinum ring 6.10 grams
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
7.50 Carat Untreated Oval Green Jadeite with Baguette Diamonds in Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
7.50 Carat Untreated Oval Cabochon Cut Green Natural Jadeite Jade with Baguette Diamonds in Platinum 9000 Ballerina Ring. Details: Item Type: Cocktail Ring Style: Ballerina, Ha...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Fancy Yellow 1.12 Ct Oval Cut Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Fancy Yellow Diamond ring. Center stone: 1.12ct Oval cut Fancy Yellow SI1 diamond. Side stones: .32ct H-I-J VS1-SI1 Brilliant round diamonds. Total carat weight: 1.44ct. Metal: Plati...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$120,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 14 Carat VIVID GREEN Minor Oil Green Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Experience unparalleled sophistication with our GRS-certified Cushion Cut Natural Emerald Ring, where timeless beauty meets modern allure. The ring features a stunning 14-carat Cushi...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum 4.14ctw GIA No Heat Sapphire Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Rectangular Octagonal Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Violetish Blue changing to Purple Color - 3.24ct (exact. certified) ** See Certificatio...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum 9.54ctw Unique Cut Light to Dark Pink Tourmaline w/ Pave Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Tourmaline - Unique Rolltop Cut - Prong Set - Lighter to Darker Pink Color - 17.8x9.6mm - 9.35ct (exact) (18) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brill...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Ring with pearl and brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.41ct platinum 8.8 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
Platinum ring with Pearl and brilliant and triangle cut diamonds total 1.41ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 5.5 – EU. 16.25(51) detailed description: The top of the ring is oval i...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Classic Platinum GIA 1.92ctw Oval Royal Blue Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Step Cut - Prong Set - Royal Blue Color - Ceylon - Heated - 1.42ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum GIA 7.44ctw Oval Lavender Purple A Burma Jade Trillion Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - 100% Natural - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Purple Lavender Color - A - 12.30 x 10.52 x 6.44 mm - 7.13ct (exact) ** See Certificati...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
GIA Burma Emerald Cut Sapphire Ring. 0.80ct Unheated with Diamond Halo Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Contact us to reserve this ring and learn more. Primary Stone: Sapphire Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.80-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stone: Sapphire Secondary...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$4,320Sale Price|20% Off
Very Fine Intense color Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl & White Diamond Platinum Ring.
Located in Aspen, CO
Very fine natural cat's eye chrysoberyl with an intense color, white diamond and platinum vintage ring. The center oval stone is a fine natural golden honey/green cat's eye chrysober...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Amethyst & Diamond Ring - Oval Cabochon 9.92ctw Filigree Milgrain Sz 7
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Metal Content: Platinum Stone Information Natural Amethyst Carat(s): 9.50ct Cut: Oval Cabochon Color: Purple Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .42ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
Natural 1.52 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Floral Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Natural Oval Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Floral Motif Ring. This cocktail ring is crafted from a platinum 900 ring setting.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 3.43 Carat Cushion Green Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquite Rectangular emerald-cut sapphire of 3.43 carats insignificant oil emerald with trapezoid side diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum GIA 4.05ct Royal Blue Long Oval Sapphire w/ Diamond Accents Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Step Cut - Prong Set - Royal Blue Color - Heated - 3.27ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Ruby No Heat GIA and Diamond Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Awesome Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Oval Ruby, weighing approx. 1.08 Carat. GIA lab report #2195974816, st...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$144,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 22.64 Carat Colombian Emerald Platinum Ring with Tapered Baguette
Located in Chicago, IL
A breathtaking statement piece showcasing a magnificent 22.64-carat natural Colombian emerald, certified by GRS and displaying an exceptional, richly saturated green color. The emera...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Ring Vintage Platinum Long Plaque Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Edwardian era ring (circa 1910s) crafted in 900 platinum. Centrally mounted estimated 0.50 carat cushion cut blue sapphire is accented with an estimated 1.4...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18K Gold & Platinum Natural Pearl & 1.89ctw Diamond Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique pearl, diamond, yellow gold, and platinum ring, comprising one large certified natural pearl, two large old European cut diamonds, and eight smaller old European cut accen...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco style 1.00 carat old mine cut diamond emerald platinum target ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful Art Deco style diamond and emerald target ring brings together antique-inspired romance, vivid color, and refined contemporary craftsmanship. At its center rests an ol...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Roman Malakov 11.03 Carats Natural Cabochon Star Burmese Ruby Halo Cocktail Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite cocktail ring, featuring a very rare 11.03 carats natural cabochon star ruby certified by AGTA as having a Burmese origin with a red color and no indication of heat trea...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA 1.56 Carat Natural Unheated Ruby and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Certified 1.56 Carat Natural Unheated Ruby and Diamond Ring in Platinum Ruby and Diamond Ring features a 1.56 Carat Natural Purple-Red Oval Ruby surrounded by 14 Marquise and Ro...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum GIA 2.37ct Oval No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Round & Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Step Cut - Prong Set - Clean Brilliant - Blue Color - Ceylon - No Heat - 1.67ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum GIA 2.69ctw No Heat Deep Red Cushion Spinel Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Spinel - Cushion Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Deep Red Color - Gorgeous Color - NO HEAT - 2.19ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Compl...
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold & Platinum 1.17ctw Bezel Trillion Ruby & Carre Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Trillion Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Red Color - 0.62ct (exact) (16) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Calibre Carre Cut - Channel Set - Nice Brilliant W...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 4.67 Carat Burmese Ruby 0.86 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 4.67 carat Burmese ruby and 0.86 carat diamond, platinum Art Deco cocktail ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and collections.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Green Tourmaline 7.36 Carat Emerald Cut and Pave Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 6 Bold, beautiful green tourmaline and diamond cocktail ring.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Platinum 7.06ct Square Vivid Step Cut Green Tourmaline Diamond Flared Heavy Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Tourmaline - Square Cut - Prong Set - Green Color - 10.5x10.07mm -6.85ct (exact) (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - G/...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
$78,400Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 7.23 Carat Emerald Shape Green Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Make a bold yet refined statement with this magnificent 7.23 carat natural Zambian emerald ring, certified by GRS. The richly saturated, vibrant green emerald is cut in an octagonal ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Burma Heated Ruby 7.71 Carat Oval in Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Burma Heated Ruby 7.71 Carat Oval in Diamond Platinum Ring Ruby and Diamond Ring features a large purplish-red Oval Ruby surrounded by 10 Round Brilliant Diamonds set in Platinu...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1.27 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 1.27 Carat Natural Emerald and 0.75 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. People have admired emerald’s green for thousands of years. Emeralds have a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.97 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 1.97 Carat Natural Emerald and 1.10 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. People have admired emerald’s green for thousands of years. Emeralds have a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum 1.71ctw Old Cut Fancy Color & White Dual Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine Cut - Bezel Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.10ctw (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European Cut - Bead Set -...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 26.75 carats Unheated Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Halo Platinum Ring
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Natural No Heat Ceylon Sapphire 26.75 carats and Diamond Ring in Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Ring features a large Cushion shaped Natural Sapphire surrounded by Round Brillian...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Onyx Ring Platinum Filigree Octagon Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant & finely detailed Art Deco era ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 900 platinum. Old mine and single cut diamonds total an estimated 0.75 carats (estimated at H-I color ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
$3,680Sale Price|20% Off
Marquise Shape Cluster Ring. 1.20TCW Old European Cut Diamond Platinum 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Color: I Color Clarity: VS1 - SI1 Clarity Overall Metal: Platinum, Gold, Yellow Gold Stone: Diamond Stone Cut: Old European Cut Style: Edwardian This exquisite navette ring is a t...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Gold & Platinum 2.5ctw Old European Diamond Long Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This majestic antique Edwardian era diamond dinner ring features 2.50 carats of large and fiery old European cut diamonds that are pave and bezel set throughout the elongated floral ...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Platinum 1.71ctw Oval Royal Blue Sapphire w/ Diamond Halo Bypass Design Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Very Nice Royal Blue Color- 8.1x6.4mm - 1.33ct (exact) Natural Genuine Diamonds - 2 Marquise w/ 12 Round...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum 4.47cw GIA No Heat Ceylon Pear Yellow Sapphire w/ Diamond Teardrop Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Pear Cut - Prong Set - Rich Vibrant Yellow Color - No Heat - Ceylon - 4.25ct (exact) **See Certification Details Below** (10) Natural Gen...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
1.41 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Estate Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.41 Carat Natural Sapphire and 0.65 Carats Diamond Accents set in Platinum. Sapphires have extraordinary durability - they excel in hardness as well as...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1940s 2.85 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 18k white gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Death on Skates skull Ring in Platinum, Silver, Rock Crystal and Diamonds
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Death on Skates ring is a striking, sculptural piece of wearable art from Heidi Vornan’s HUGO collection. Inspired by themes of life’s fleeting nature, the design pays homage to ...
Rock Crystal, Crystal, Diamond, Platinum, Silver
Platinum GIA 1.06ct Round Purple Spinel & Diamond Wide Open Lattice Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Spinel - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Pinkish Purple Color - NO HEAT - 1.02ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (...
Diamond, Spinel, 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.”
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