1.23 Carat Mid-Century Modern Diamond Swirl Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Discover this vintage 1950s timeless diamond cocktail ring. a masterpiece that perfectly
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1.23 Carat Mid-Century Modern Diamond Swirl Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Discover this vintage 1950s timeless diamond cocktail ring. a masterpiece that perfectly
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum, 1960s Cushion Cut Aquamarine & Calibrated Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Cocktail Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1960s Step into a world of elegance with
Aquamarine, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 1.80ctw Marquise & Round Diamond Spray Cocktail Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 1.80 (approx.) Material: Solid Platinum Weight: 7.31 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Fitted
Diamond, Platinum
EGL Certified .80 Carat Diamond Open Swirl Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Discover the EGL certified 1950's .80ct diamond open swirl platinum double ellipse cocktail ring
Diamond, Platinum
Sugarloaf Emerald and OEC Diamond Platinum Vintage Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Sugarloaf Emerald and OEC Diamond Platinum Vintage Dome Ring. Securely Hand set
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.28 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous cocktail ring features a stunning 1.28 carat black opal set in platinum with
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Filigree Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Filigree Cocktail Ring. This beautiful
Diamond, Platinum
3.14 Carat Opal and Baguette Diamond Platinum Estate Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Vintage Opal and Diamond Platinum Solitaire Cocktail Ring
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Diamond Emerald Platinum Filigree Navette Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
striking Cocktail Ring! It is crafted in solid Platinum, and weighs approx. 7.9 grams and measures 25 mm x
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 4.88ctw Oval Opal & Diamond Halo Large Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
+ Platinum Weight: 11.77 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this ring. Please
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Platinum 4.6ctw Oval Australian Opal & Baguette Diamond Wavy Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
) Material: Solid .850+ Platinum Weight: 9 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Elegant Platinum GIA 1.53ctw Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
(exact) Total Carat Weight: 1.53 (exact) Material: Solid .850+ Platinum (tested) - Stamped PT900 Weight
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.34 Carat Diamond Platinum Gold Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Simply gorgeous one of a kind wide cocktail ring with a pear shaped Diamond center. The center
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 6.39ctw Omphacite Burma Jade & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
+ Platinum - Stamped .900 Weight: 13.80 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
GIA 14.47 carat Tanzanite and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA 14.47 carat Tanzanite and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum Tanzanite and Diamond Ring
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 32.24ctw Cushion Aquamarine & Diamond Large Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Carat Weight: 32.24 (exact) Material: Solid .850+ Platinum Weight: 17.84 Grams Ring Size: 5.5(Fitted
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 6.46 Carat Orange Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 6.46 Carat Fabulous Oval Strong Orange Sapphire
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$17,600Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum 1960's Diamond and Cabochon Cut Turquoise Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Platinum 1960's Diamond and Cabochon Cut Turquoise Cocktail Ring is a captivating vintage piece
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Solid Platinum 8.69ctw Cabochon Cat's Eye & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
) Material: Solid .800+ Platinum (tested) - Stamped PT850 Weight: 10.4 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (Fitted on a
Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Platinum
Oval Peridot 7.39 carat and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Oval Peridot 7.39 carat and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum Peridot and Diamond Ring features a
Diamond, Peridot, Platinum
Garnet Diamond Ring Cocktail Modern Minimalist Ring Platinum and 18kt Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning and rare rhodolite garnet ring made in platinum and 18Kt yellow gold with natural diamonds
Diamond, Tsavorite, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 2.48 Carat Round Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Blue Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Platinum Cocktail Ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA 4.06 carat Ceylon no heat sapphire diamond platinum cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking Mid Century cocktail ring centered around a remarkable GIA-certified 4.06 carat blue
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
14 Carat Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
14 Carat Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring in Platinum Size 6 Oval Natural Opal A classic
Opal, Platinum
$19,752Sale Price|20% Off
7.87 Carat Pink Tourmaline Cushion Cocktail Ring Platinum Diamond - Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
7.87 carat pink tourmaline cushion cocktail ring in platinum by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tourmal...
Vintage Aquamarine, Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring, Circa 1960
Located in London, GB
A vintage aquamarine, sapphire and diamond platinum cocktail ring, circa 1960. Set to its centre
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.94 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1930s 1.94 carat diamond and 0.90 carat sapphire, platinum cocktail ring; part
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Ruby and 1.63 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.72 carat ruby, 1.63 carat diamond and platinum cocktail ring; part of our
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 3.20ct Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum Set Wide Oval
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning emerald and diamond cocktail ring exudes luxury and sophistication, capturing
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Style Platinum Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Contemporary Art Deco Style Platinum Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring. This beautiful ring
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 4.16Ct Yellow Ceylon Sapphire and Platinum Cocktail Ring Circa 1990
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1990's 4.16 carat yellow Ceylon sapphire and platinum ring
Sapphire, Platinum
Aquamarine and diamond halo cluster art deco cocktail ring platinum
By Unbranded
Located in London, GB
. Crafted from platinum with a platinum band width of 2 mm, this ring is perfect for any engagement or
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Diamond and Blue Sapphire Platinum Shield Statement Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
2.56tcw Blue Sapphires and 0.65tcw Old European Cut Diamonds. Hand crafted Platinum mounting. Ring size
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
0.39 Carat Emerald Center Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: Platinum Gemstone details: Approx. 0.39ctw Emerald center gemstone Diamond details
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum Cocktail Ring by Bucherer Ceylon Sapphire Marquise Baguette Diamonds
By Bucherer
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Beautriful and timeless Platinum 950 Cocktail Ring featuring 1 fine cornflower blue Ceylon Sapphire
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Bvlgari Marquise Diamond Bombe Cocktail Ring Set in Platinum
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
An extremely beautiful vintage Bvlgari marquise diamond bombe ring set in platinum. The ring is
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century 12.00 CTW Zircon Diamond Platinum Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
With grooved shank and high polish finish Stamped for platinum Circa: 1950s Ring size: 6 1/2 and
Diamond, Blue Zircon, Platinum
Mid Century GIA 2.42 carat Ceylon sapphire diamond platinum cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite Mid Century cocktail ring centers a vivid Ceylon sapphire whose brilliant blue glow
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 3.92ctw Sapphire & Pear Diamond Swirl Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- Dark Blue Color - 2.0ctw (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 3.92 (approx.) Material: Solid Platinum Weight
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum GIA 2.89ctw Colombian Emerald & Diamond Oval Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
/ Few SI Clarity - 1.60ctw (exact) Total Carat Weight: 2.89 (exact) Material: Solid Platinum .800
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage GIA 3.70 carat no heat sapphire diamond platinum cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage platinum cocktail ring centers on a radiant no-heat sapphire of exceptional purity and
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Estate Platinum Baguette Diamond Coral Cabochon Ballerina Cocktail Ring 8.69ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An elegant ballerina, ring, crafted in platinum and centered by a beautiful pink coral cabochon
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 6.74 Carat Pear Tourmaline Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Rare, rich GIA certified blue green tourmaline and diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a platinum
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Art Deco style 1.15 carat emerald diamond platinum cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This modern Art Deco-inspired platinum ring features a 1.15 carat pear shape emerald, framed by
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Ruby Onyx Diamond Ring Sz 4.5 Platinum Estate Cocktail Ring Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish ruby, onyx & diamond ring crafted in 900 platinum. Cushion cut mixed natural ruby, approx
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 6.93ctw Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- 1.64ctw (exact) Total Carat Weight: 6.93 (exact) Material: Solid Platinum .850+ Weight: 14.08 Grams Ring
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco 1930 Platinum Cocktail Ring with Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
sophisticated style and meticulous craftsmanship. Made from platinum, the centerpiece of this ring is a vivid
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 6.98 Carat Citrine and 2.54 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 6.98 carat citrine and 2.54 carat diamond, platinum cocktail ring
Citrine, Diamond, Platinum
Large South Sea Baroque White Pearl Platinum Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This cocktail ring boasts one large spectacular 22 mm x 19 mm white saltwater pearl set in eight
Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
Bvlgari 4.59cts Emerald Diamond Platinum Estate Pinky Bulgari Cocktail Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
cocktail ring for a lady. This Exquisite Bvlgari Ring is crafted in luxurious Platinum, topped with an
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
R-15630 Massive Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and substantial cats eye chrysoberyl takes center stage of the platinum cocktail ring. It
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
9.33 Carat Aquamarine Cocktail Ring with Baguette Diamonds in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5 Elegant and captivating, behold this exquisite aquamarine and diamond cocktail ring
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Solid Platinum GIA 2.52ctw Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Clarity - 1.15ctw (exact - stamped) Total Carat Weight: 2.52 (exact) Material: Solid .850+ Platinum
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Estate Heavy Platinum Bezel Set Diamond Bypass Cocktail Ring G Vs
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A substantial and beautifully executed bypass ring crafted in platinum, designed with a balanced
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum 1.10ctw Diamond & Triangular Synthetic Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Material: Solid Platinum Weight: 3.90 Grams Ring Size: 7.0 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Platinum & Gold 2.87ctw Oval Aquamarine & Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- 0.22ctw (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 2.87 (approx.) Material: Solid Platinum & White Gold Basket Weight
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, Platinum
7.46 Carat Green Octagonal Tourmaline Pavé Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamonds in a platinum cocktail setting. The vibrant green tourmaline steals the spotlight in a mesmerizing
Diamond, Tourmaline, 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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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.