Platinum AGL 3.65ctw No Heat Absolute Gem Sapphire w/ Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Absolute Gem - Square Cushion Cut - Prong Set - Royal Blue Color - Clean - No Heat - 2.30ct (approx.) ** See Certification Details Below ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Solid Platinum 1.66ctw Oval Cabochon Cut Opal w/ Diamond Halo Classic Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Color w/ Gorgeous Play of Colors Yellow, Blue & Green - 9.7x6.8mm / 1.29ct (exact - stamped) Numerous N...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Very Nice Platinum GIA 2.53ctw Transparent Blue Star Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Gorgeous Star - Blue Color - No Heat - Ceylon- 2.0ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Bel...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Solid Platinum 1.80ctw Long Rectangular Emerald w/ Carre Cut Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Long Rectangular Cut - Prong Set - Green Color - 10.8x4.4mm - 1.0ct (approx.) (8) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Square Step Carre Cut - Chann...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Emerald Diamond Ring Platinum Elongated Plaque Band
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco emerald & diamond ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in platinum. Center set old European cut diamond is estimated at .90 carats, accented with 12...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Rose Cut Diamond Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum. The ring features rose cut and an old e...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Estate 18K Platinum Floral Fancy Pink Yellow White Diamond Ring By élan
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A contemporary ring by élan, a modern manufacturer recognized for producing refined, high-end contemporary jewelry with confident design and exceptional finishing. Crafted in 18 kar...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Stunning Platinum Ring Set with Sapphire 2.48 Carat and 5.60 Carat Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Luxurious ring in Platinum white gold with diamonds and a beautiful sapphire. Diamonds: brilliant and baguette cut diamonds, togehher ca. 5.60 Cts Sapphire: ca. 2.48 Cts Material...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Ring With Diamonds 0.7ct Center Stone
Located in New York, NY
-Platinum -Ring size: 4.75 -Center stone: 0.7ct, VS clarity, G color -Side stones: 0.18ct
Platinum 3.19 Carat Indicolite Tourmaline & Diamond Vintage Filigree Ring Size 6
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning ring features a vivid green checkerboard-cut 3.19 CT tourmaline stone set on a platinum 900 band. The center stone is complimented by 0.27 Ct round-cut diamonds on eith...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Platinum Free Form Polished Fiery Opal w/ Diamond Textured Nugget Style Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Free Form Custom Cut - Prong Set - Polished - White Base w/ Nice Play of Colors including red and orange -16.2x12.8mm (approx.) - 2.95ct (exa...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Platinum GIA 6.55ctw Large Cushion Ceylon Sapphire w/ Diamond Cluster Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Large Cushion Brilliant Step Cut - Prong Set - Rich Bright Color - Heated - Ceylon - 6.14ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below fo...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Large Vintage Handmade Platinum Pearl w/ 6.57ct Diamond Wire Work Dome Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This absolutely magnificent and very well made midcentury cocktail ring was hand crafted from solid platinum and features an amazing, large, cultured pearl that is set above a sea of...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 2.60 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 1 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring Circa 1945
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.60 carat octagonal Ceylon sapphire and 1 carat diamond, platinum cluster dress ring; part of our diverse vintage sapphire jewelry collection...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
10.30 Carat Ruby Cabochon Diamond Platinum Ring, GIA Certified No-Heat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning piece featuring a large 10.30 carat cabochon ruby which as been certified by the GIA. Rubies of this size are rare, especially ones that are free of any treatment such as ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 3.83ctw Super Fiery Gray Opal w/ Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Claw Prong Set - Gray Color w/ Amazing Play of Orange, Green, Blue & Yellow Color - 12.56 x 9.82 x 3.25mm / 2.64ct...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Large GIA 11.26ctw No Heat Star Sapphire Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Violet Blue Color - No Heat - 10.55ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info *...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum 1.61ctw Oval Gray Opal Diamond Pave Accents Ring Nice Play Of Colors
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Gray Base / Nice Play of Green & Blue Colors -10.8x8.8mm (approx.) - 1.41ct (exact) (10) Natural Genuine ...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
0.70 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Carousel Cocktail Ring in Two-Tone
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful cocktail ring, showcasing a 0.70 carat round brilliant cut diamond, set on an eight prong setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Vintage 2.76 Carat Oval Yellow NO HEAT Sapphire GIA and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! No Heat Yellow Sapphire GIA and Baguette & RBC Diamond Platinum Halo Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 2.76 Carat GIA No Heat Yellow Sapphire. Surrounded ...
Diamond, 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
3.30Ct Very Fine Oval Natural Purple/Pink Sapphire Platinum Ring
By The Diamond Source
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a very beautiful and very vibrant Purplish Pink Sapphire. The color is very rich and very saturated and the distribution of color is very even. The design of the ring is very...
Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
7.00 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Three-Row Spinning Eternity Ring in Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
This is not a standard eternity band. It is a kinetic piece of fine jewelry. Crafted in solid platinum and weighing 13 grams, this three-row eternity ring features a rotating center...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum GIA 1.45ct Vivid Red Ruby Pear No Heat & Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Well Cut - Pear Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Clean Pure Red Color - No Heat - 1.02ct (exact stamped) ** See Certification Details Below for Comple...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
57 Carat Grayish Green Yellow Cats Eye Cabochon and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 57.40 ct. grayish green yellow cats eye chrysoberyl cabochon with 2.08 ct. good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in platinum. Ring size 7.5.
Diamond, Platinum
ART DECO ring with brilliant and single cut diamonds up to 0.60ct platinum
Located in The Hague, ZH
Platinum ring with brilliant-cut diamond up to 0.50 ct – F/G – VS/SI – ring size US 5 – EU 15.75 (49) Detailed description The top of the ring is 1.0 cm wide and 5.2 mm high. Ring...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Sri Lanka Heated Sapphire and Diamond Halo and Pave Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This exquisite ring showcases a magnificent oval-cut Sri Lankan sapphire, surrounded by a brilliant halo of round diamonds that also adorn the shoulders of the white gold band. The ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 5.2ctw AGL Square Step Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platter Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 5.2 (approx.) Material: Solid Platinum (Tested) Weight: 9.4 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (We can custom size this ring - Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing i...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Fine Natural 16.4 ct. Fire Opal and Platinum Antique Ring, c. 1915.
Located in Aspen, CO
Fine high cabochon fire opal weighing 16.4 cts., set in an antique platinum ring, c. 1915. This very unusual stone is crystal clear and displays bright yellow, orange, red and gree...
Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Platinum and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite Art Deco platinum and 18 karat yellow gold ring features a stunning 0.78 carat transitional diamond at its center surrounded by 18 Old European Cut diamonds totaling 0...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 4.20 Carat GIA Oval Ceylon Sapphire and Baguette Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage Finely detailed Oval Ceylon Sapphire GIA and Baguette Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring. Centering a Hand set securely nestled Oval Ceylon Sapphire, weighing approx. 4.20 Carat.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Elegant Platinum GIA 4.71ctw Oval Cabochon Purple Star Sapphire w/ Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Purple Color - No Heat - 100% Natural -4.06ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complet...
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Baguette Diamond GIA Certified 11.01 Carat Australian Black Opal Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Design Collection Metal- 90% Platinum, 10% Iridium. Stones- GIA Certified Oval Australian Black Opal, 115 Baguette Diamonds G-H-I Color VS1-VS2-SI1 Clarity 3.17 Carats. ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
11.30 Carat Oval Jade Jadeite GIA and Diamond Platinum Vintage Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! 11.30 Carat Oval Jade Jadeite GIA and Diamond Platinum Statement Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 11.30 Carat GIA Jade Jadeite. Surrounded by a Dazzling ...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Platinum GIA 2.53ctw Oval Ruby w/ Baguette & Round Diamond Flared Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Red Color - Heated - 1.51ctw (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** Numerous Natura...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Elongated Cushion Cut Color Change Garnet Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Metal- 95% Platinum, 5% Iridium. Stones- Genuine Elongated Cushion Cut Color Change Garnet 4.83 Carats, 198 Round F-G Color VS1-VS2 Diamonds 4 Carats, 8 Square Bague...
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
GIA Certified 6.84 Carat Radiant Cut Sapphire & Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA certified Radiant Cut Sapphire weighing 6.84 carats Measuring (12.26x9.58x5.87) mm Two Trapezoid diamonds weighing .80 carats total Set in platinum ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$13,200Sale Price|20% Off
SHEFFIELD'S & SONS Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With 4.00 Ctw Emerald & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Classic cocktail ring designed by Sheffield's & Sons. This is a great classic cocktail ring created in London England by the jewelry company of Sheffield's & Sons back in the 1990.
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
9.26 Carat Cushion Deep Blue Sapphire GIA and Diamond Platinum Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed Breathtaking Exquisite Cushion Deep Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Vintage Estate Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Cushion Sapphire, wei...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$46,500Sale Price|25% Off
GIA Certified 4.02 Ct Radiant Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Platinum ring with GIA certificate, no.1162532915. Center stone: 4.02ct Radiant cut Fancy Light to Fancy Orangy Yellow, Natural Color, 10.2 x 9.1 x 5.0 mm. Side stones: 1.00c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
9.34 ct AGL Certified Unheated Burma Ruby Ring in Platinum Diamond Setting
Located in La Jolla, CA
9.34 ct AGL Certified Unheated Burma Ruby Ring in Platinum Diamond Setting Unheated Burma Ruby (AGL Certified) in Custom Platinum Diamond Setting features a Natural Oval Mixed Cut ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified Emerald Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring in Platinum 3.66 Carats
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA Certified Squarish Emerald Cut Emerald weighing 3.66 carats Measuring (9.54x9.07x5.21) mm Trapezoid Diamonds weighing .79 carats I-SI1 quality diamonds Set in platinum ring 7.00 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum & 18k Gold 6.7ctw GIA Orangy Pink Tourmaline w/ Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Tourmaline - Round Cornered Rectangular Mixed Cut - Prong Set - Orangy Pink Color - 6.50ct (exact) ** See Sapphire Certification Details Below ** (4...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
3.76 Carat Trillion Mandarin Garnet Platinum Ring with 0.32 Carat Diamonds
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking platinum cocktail ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, centered by a rare 3.76 carat mandarin garnet in a crisp trillion cut.
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Mandarin Garnet, Platinum
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3.70 Carat UNTREATED Heart Shape Blue Sapphire Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A masterpiece of timeless elegance, this exquisite ring showcases a striking 3.70-carat heart-shaped sapphire of vivid blue hue, certified natural and untreated by GIA. The sapphire,...
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k Gold Platinum GIA 6.44ctw Cabochon Burma Red Ruby & Diamond Spray Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (6) Natural Genuine Rubies- Pear Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Exceptional Vivid Red Color- Transparent - Burma - Heated - 5.63ctw (exact) ** See Certification Details Bel...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Natural 34.75 carat Star Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Natural 34.75 ct Star Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Ring in Platinum Star Ruby and Diamond Ring features a natural Oval Cabochon Star Sapphire with Dark Purplish Pink color weighing 34....
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
4.02 Carat Cushion Aquamarine Morganite Diamond Platinum Toi et Moi Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Inquire today, make an offer, or purchase now to add this aquamarine and morganite diamond platinum toi et moi ring to your collection. Details Creator: Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hill...
Aquamarine, Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Multi-gemstone, Pl...
Platinum 2.22ctw No Heat Violet Purple Pink Color Change Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Violet Changing to Purple Pink Color - No Heat - 1.21ct (exact stamped) ** See Certification Details Below for Com...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Boulder Opal and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Boulder Opal and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum Boulder Opal and Diamond Ring features Natural Boulder Opal weighing 12.32 carats in an elongated shape with Pink, Gre...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
10.00 Carat Merelani Mint Tsavorite Garnet GIA and Diamond Platinum Vintage Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed Vintage Red Carpet Merelani Mint Grossular Tsavorite Garnet GIA Gemstone and Diamond Platinum Solitaire Statement Cocktail Ring. Centering a Mesmerizing securely nest...
Diamond, Tsavorite, Platinum
2.16 Carat Colombian Emerald, Diamond and Platinum "Toi Et Moi" Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1970's Emerald-Cut 2.16 Carat Colombian Emerald, Diamond, and Platinum "Toi Et Moi" Ring: centering a pair of Emerald-Cut Colombian Emerald's weighing 1.05 Carat and 0.91 Car...
Emerald, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold 1.65ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF23-013026
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A stylish north-south setting makes this luxury ring incredibly eye-catching. Set in Platinum, 18K Yellow Gold accents and a 3.20 carat Emerald center stone add color and dimension t...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Oval Cabochon Star Sapphire and Baguette Diamond Bypass Ring in Platinum
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Oval cabochon star sapphire and baguette diamond twin bypass ring in platinum. This ring features two oval cabochon star sapphires totaling approximately 27.00 carats. These sapphi...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Gold Platinum Green Red Stones Pearl Diamond Coiled Snake Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Peridot or Green Tourmaline - Step Cut - Bezel / Pave Set - Green Color (1) Genuine Cultured Pearl - Round Shape - Prong Set - White Color - 7.8mm (a...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian ring with rose cut diamonds up to 0.05ct 18k gold and platinum
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k gold and platinum ring with rose-cut diamond total 0.05ct – G/H - SI - ring size U.S. 8 – EU 18.25(57) Detailed description the top of the ring is 1.0 cm wide and 3.7 mm high ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Faye Kim Platinum 4 Carat Pear Shape Ceylon Moonstone Ring, Size 7.75
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This Faye Kim Platinum Ceylon Moonstone ring reflects a bluish, milky light comparable to that of the moon. The shape, polish, and matte platinum finish enhance the moonstone's strik...
Moonstone, 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.
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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.