Bulgari No-Heat Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary 1980s Bulgari cocktail ring centers on a certified, no-heat Burmese cabochon ruby weighing 17.98 carats—an unenhanced stone of vivid saturation and velvety depth, ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Tiffany and Co Platinum Pink Tourmaline Diamond Cushion Cocktail Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare and refined cocktail ring is an exceptional example of Tiffany and Co vintage craftsmanship, showcasing timeless elegance and unmistakable maison quality.
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Art Deco Old European Diamond Onyx Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful Art Deco diamond and onyx cocktail ring handcrafted in platinum. The ring features a bezel set Old European cut diamond weighing approximately .60 carats, and another 8 sid...
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Art Deco Emerald & Carre Cut Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
What a stunning combination! We absolutely love every bit of this unique Art Deco, 1920 - 1940, Cocktail Ring. Accenting the ring are: 3 - Carre Cut Diamonds; 0.2 Carat Each, FG C...
White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Edwardian Revival 2.62 Carat Marquise Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Utilizing repurposed gems from an antique brooch and reimagined into an intriguing cocktail/dinner ring. Condition: Very good Era: Edwardian Year: New Metal: Platinum Gemstone: Sap...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Round and Baguette Diamond Domed Cluster Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This magnificent platinum diamond engagement ring is a breathtaking celebration of light, symmetry, and exceptional diamond craftsmanship. At its heart sits a stunning round brillian...
Diamond, Platinum
10.35 Carat Cushion Cut Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
This exquisite 1940's ring features a mesmerizing 10.35 carat cushion cut aquamarine center stone. Mounted in a platinum bow style setting which is accented with 18 single cut diamon...
Diamond, Aquamarine, Platinum
29.34 Carat Pale Blue Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Large cushion brilliant cut pale blue natural untreated aqua and diamond cocktail ring. 29.34ct Aquamarine in its original handmade, 1940's filigree, hand engraved platinum setting w...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.13ct Oval Sapphire Cocktail Ring in Platinum
By Jan Feld
Located in New York, NY
3.13ct GIA Certified Oval Sapphire (GIA Report #2165113056). Featuring 1.02 Carats total weight of G/H Color, VS Clarity Round Brlliant Diamonds around the Oval Sapphire. Plain, Spli...
Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Emerald and Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 0.48 carat emerald and 1.12 carat diamond, platinum Art Deco cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Estate Platinum Burmese Ruby Diamond Spiral Ballerina Cocktail Ring GIA
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A substantial estate cocktail ring crafted in platinum, designed in a refined spiral motif that draws the eye inward toward its exceptional center stone.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Bvlgari Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum, circa 1950s
Located in Roma, RM
Crafted in platinum, the ring is designed as a refined cocktail ring, centered by a vivid ruby weighing approximately 1.88 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 18K White Gold, Platinum, Emerald, and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage white gold, platinum, emerald, and diamond cocktail ring. In 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum
Estate Platinum Cabochon Green & Australian Opal Emerald Cocktail Ring 20.52ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A highly individual and expertly composed ring executed in platinum, centered by a richly saturated green opal cabochon and encircled by a precise arrangement of natural Australian ...
Emerald, Opal, Platinum
Platinum Victorian Akoya Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring, 1980s, USA
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Crafted in enduring platinum, this elegant ring showcases a luminous 10mm white Akoya pearl as its captivating centerpiece. The pearl displays soft white and cream tones with a beaut...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1.77ct Fine Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Halo Cocktail Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Natural Australian Black Opal & Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring. 1.77ct Total. An exquisite 1.06 carat Australian black opal with top play of colour.
Opal, Black Opal, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Retro Chrysoprase Diamond Cocktail Ring, United States, 1990s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant platinum chrysoprase and diamond ring showcases a vibrant and refined design. At its center is a striking round cabochon chrysoprase, measuring approximately 9.4mm, disp...
Diamond, Chrysophrase, Platinum
Jadeite Jade Diamond Spray Platinum Cocktail Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive natural jadeite jade ring! The jade has a rich grass green color with great luster as light rolls across the stone and is not treated. It is accented by 1.72 c...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Antique Platinum, 18K Gold, Black Opal, & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique platinum, gold, opal & diamond ring. In platinum & 18 karat yellow gold. With a basket-set 3.35± ct black opal (transparency: semi-translucent, color hue: black w/ g...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1.01 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 1.01 carat diamond and platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 11.81 carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 1950s 11.81 carat aquamarine and platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and estate jewelry collections This stunning, fine and impressive vi...
Aquamarine, Platinum
One of a kind 6.50ct emerald diamond cocktail ring PLATINUM
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Emerald this color is rare to find, bright green with stunning jardin! The ring is made in platinum and accompanied by VS diamonds in size 8. **All items leave our premises with a c...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Cabochon Star Sapphire Baguette Round Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A striking vintage cocktail ring crafted in platinum, centered by a dramatic cabochon star sapphire weighing approximately 13.00 carats.
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
6.79 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A very fine and beautifully shaped black Australian opal takes center stage. It weighs 6.79 carats and has a unique color pattern with strong blue-green play-of-color. It is accented...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage 3.20 Carat Emerald 4.10 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 3.20ct emerald and 4.10ct diamond, platinum ballerina ring; part of our vintage jewelry collections.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique and Vintage 4.74 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This vintage diamond cocktail ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
6.71 Carat Oval Purple Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed Oval Purple Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Vintage Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 6.71 Carat Oval Purple Sapphire.
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Estate Platinum Cushion Aquamarine Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring Sz 5.75
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An elegant estate ring crafted in platinum, centered by a cushion-cut natural aquamarine weighing 12.47 carats, flanked by straight baguette diamonds totaling 0.57 carats in G–H col...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century Modernist Pearl Diamond Platinum Vintage Fanning Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a domed platinum form pierced with fanning motif profile Comprised of marquise cut diamonds surrounded by fanning rays Marquise cuts weigh approximately 0.60 carat total ...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Tanzanite & Diamond Double Halo Cocktail Ring in Platinum - GIA Report: 22358793
Located in Bloomington, MN
Tanzanite & Diamond Double Halo Cocktail Ring in Platinum - GIA Report: 2235879364 This cocktail ring is crafted in platinum and features a 4.45ct trilliant cut tanzanite set in...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
40.72 Carat Aquamarine and 1.82 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine, and impressive 40.72 carat aquamarine and 1.82 carat diamond platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse collection of vintage jewelry and estate jewelry.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Mid Century Platinum Cocktail Ring with 0.50ct Asscher Diamond, 1950s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Mid Century platinum ring centers on a crisp 0.50 carat Asscher cut diamond, prized for its stepped facets and VS1 clarity. Surrounding the center are a combination of four bagu...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1.88 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.88 carat pink sapphire and 0.56 carat diamond, and platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage sapphire engagement rings collection.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Filigree Cocktail Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Filigree Cocktail Shield Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
2.70 Carat Basaltic Sapphire 1.10 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.70 carat Basaltic sapphire and 1.10 carat diamond, platinum dress ring; part of our diverse collection of gemstone cluster engagement rings....
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$2,043Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Platinum Amethyst and Diamond Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Platinum cocktail ring featuring a vivid round-cut amethyst, surrounded by two concentric rows of round-cut diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring in Platinum 1950s-1960s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring in Platinum, by master jeweler Claudino de Oliveira, 1950s–1960s.
Diamond, Platinum
Gorgeous 7.45 ct GIA-Certified Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring – Platinum
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
Expertly crafted in platinum, this ring is a size 6.5 and can be resized for the perfect fit.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$1,520Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Round Cut Amethyst Ring. 3ct Amethyst Cocktail Ring Platinum Engraved
Located in New York, NY
Whether worn as a sophisticated cocktail ring or as a unique engagement piece, it is sure to captivate and impress.
Amethyst, Platinum
Modern GIA Black Opal Diamond Platinum Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning Fiery blue Black Opal ring was inspired in a Diamond Halo and crafted in platinum. Featured in the center is an incredibly alive Fiery genuine natural Opal measurin...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1980s Platinum 18k Gold Black Jade & Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A glamorous, high-impact early 1980s cocktail ring, this dome cocktail ring features rich inlay-set black jade flanking a central concave surface fully pavé-set with natural round br...
Diamond, Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Platinum
Platinum Trillion Cut 2.26ctw Fiery Magenta Tourmaline & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Tourmaline - Trillion Cut - Prong Set - Rich Magenta Color - 7.95 x 7.7mm (approx.) -2.06ct (approx.) (13) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Trapezoid Cut Diamond Cocktail Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Trapezoid Cut Diamond Cocktail Shield Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
47.33 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Aqua and diamond cocktail ring. 47.33cts square faceted aquamarine greenish blue center stone set in a JB Star 18k yellow gold and platinum setting with round and baguette cut accent...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k White Gold and Platinum Diamond Cocktail Ring, Circa 1910
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold with platinum entourage ring set with brilliant and single cut diamonds up to 0.50ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 6 - EU 16.5 (52) detailed description: The top of t...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Gia Cambodia No Heat Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 900 Platinum Size: 5.5 Width: 1.55mm Weight: 3.71 grams Lady's handmade 900 platinum vintage, diamond and sapphire engagement, cocktail ring with a h...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
11.76 Carat Aquamarine and 1.45 Carat Diamond, Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 11.76 carat aquamarine and 1.45 carat diamond, platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Diamond Filigree Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Diamond Filigree Cocktail Ring. This beautiful ring is crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Style 1.78 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.78 carat diamond and platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
0.47 Carat Ruby Diamond Eye Cocktail Ring Platinum in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Platinum 0.47ct Oval Ruby Eye with Diamonds Cocktail Ring This stunning Diamond Ruby Eye Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Diamond and Ruby Platinum Cocktail Ring Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Diamond and Ruby Platinum Vintage Art Deco Revival Ring. Centering a securely Hand set .88 Carat Old European Cut Diamond. Surrounded by .60tcw Rubies and .60tcw Ol...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 3.08 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring, Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 3.08 carat diamond and platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Cultured Pearl and 4.50 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, stunning, fine and impressive, rare cultured pearl and 4.50 carat diamond, platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewellery collections.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1.75 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
OEC Diamond, surrounded by Buff Top Sapphires, Baguette and OEC Diamonds Platinum Cocktail Ring. Showcasing a securely nestled Hand set 1.75 Carat Old European Cut Diamond.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Mid Century 23.70 carat Santa Maria aquamarine diamond platinum cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
With its 23.70 carat Santa Maria aquamarine, bright diamond accents, and platinum craftsmanship, this cocktail ring is a truly unforgettable statement piece.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Platinum Stamped, Diamond & Ruby Buckle Style Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Buckle Style Cocktail Ring Platinum Stamped Circa 1920s This exquisite platinum buckle-style cocktail ring is adorned with natural Baguette-cut, Emerald cut, Old European...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1980s Colombian 9.59 Carat Emerald Diamond Platinum Ballerina Cocktail Ring GRS
Located in Miami, FL
A breathtaking example of timeless elegance, this extraordinary ballerina cocktail ring showcases a magnificent GRS-certified Colombian emerald of exceptional color and presence.
Diamond, Emerald, 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.
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