Antique Cocktail Rings
Early 1900s Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
1920s Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Cocktail Rings
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-18th Century African Art Nouveau Antique Cocktail Rings
Moonstone, Ruby, Platinum, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
1920s Antique Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1880s Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-17th Century British Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Cocktail Rings
Chrysophrase, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Retro Antique Cocktail Rings
Quartz, Onyx, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 1900s American Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1920s Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1910s Antique Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Early 20th Century Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1920s Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Early 20th Century Late Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Antique Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
1920s Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
15th Century and Earlier American Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century English Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 1900s French Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1920s Danish Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
14k Gold
Mid-19th Century American Retro Antique Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Antique Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Platinum
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, White Gold
15th Century and Earlier Italian Artisan Antique Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Silver, 9k Gold
1910s Unknown Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1890s Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s German Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s French Antique Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Garnet, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Cocktail Rings
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century Antique Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Early 1900s Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1920s Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Early 20th Century European Antique Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Zircon, Platinum
1920s Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, Palladium
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1920s Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 1900s Antique Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Finding the Right cocktail-rings for You
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.
- What is a cocktail ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A cocktail ring is a large ring typically set with a precious gemstone. These opulent rings are ideal for cocktail parties, hence the name. These rings are designed with bright colors and flashy sizes to attract attention.
- Do antique rings have hallmarks?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Yes, some antique rings have hallmarks. However, some do not. Before 1950, jewelry makers didn't add hallmarks to their pieces, but some did to indicate who produced the jewelry and/or tell the buyer what type of metals they contained. Shop a large collection of antique rings on 1stDibs.
- What were antique rings made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Antique rings were made of a variety of materials. You can find pieces produced out of many of the same precious metals used today, such as yellow gold, white gold, sterling silver and platinum. In addition, some antique rings feature a material called pinchbeck, which is a combination of copper and zinc. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of antique rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023You can buy antique rings online from a number of trusted platforms, including 1stDibs. Popular antique pieces on these platforms include band rings, signet rings, engagement rings, cocktail rings, wedding rings and more. The vast options for online ring shopping bring centuries of styles from across the globe to you, including rings made with precious metals like gold and silver and gemstones like diamonds, pearls, rubies, sapphires and garnets. Explore a wide range of antique rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Yes, antique engagement rings do tend to be popular. They especially appeal to brides-to-be who want something unique and like the idea of owning a ring that has a long history. Rings from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras are among the most highly sought-after antique options. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of antique engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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