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Cocktail Rings For Sale
Style: Victorian
Style: Medieval
Dimos 18k Gold Byzantine Cocktail Ring
Located in Athens, GR
Byzantine ring in 18 karat yellow gold with a dynamic width and a narrow band to give comfort. A variety of 0.60 carats natural gems giving the authentic multicolor look of the Byzan...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cushion Cut Colombian Emerald Ring Surrounded by Fancy Rose Cut Diamonds in 18k
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:5.050g, Diamond:4.54ct, Emerald:2.73ct, Size: US-7"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Early Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian 10K Rose Gold and Yellow Gold Moonstone Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 10K Rose Gold and Yellow Gold Moonstone Rose Cut Diamond Ring. This beautiful ring is crafted in 10k rose gold a...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Moonstone, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

English 18K Yellow Gold, Natural Peridot Cluster Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This ring is made from Solid 18K Yellow Gold and handset with Natural vibrant Peridots with a minimum total gem weight of 1.88 carats This is an English Made oval & round cut Natura...
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2010s British Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
A Ruby (totalling 4.06ct), surrounded by 26 Diamonds (totalling 0.33ct), set in 18ct White Gold. Finger size L 1/2 (US 5 7/8).
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2010s Australian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 0.34 Ct Brazillian Alexandrite & Diamond Vintage Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality oval Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that is set in a vintage white gold setting. This ring features a natural 0.34 carat cushion ale...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Alexandrite, Diamond, White Gold

Natural Round 1.01CT Alexandrite & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality round Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that are set in a vintage platinum setting. This ring features a natural 1.01 round alexandrite...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum

Late Victorian Ruby Five Stone and Diamond Cluster Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A true antique beauty, this gorgeous ring was hand crafted in the Late Victorian era, showing such quality craftsmanship and stones used. This ring features five bright and beautiful...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 8K Yellow Gold Sapphire Round Cabochon Opal Cluster Swirl Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This outstanding antique cocktail ring is crafted in solid 8k yellow gold (tested) featuring a beautiful tiered design that is set with fine sapphires and opals throughout. The old r...
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1890s Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Opal, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Designer Long Ring with Rose Cut Diamonds Made in Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
14kt Gold 3.1gms Diamond 1.18cts Silver 4.72gms US-6.5
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold

Natural GIA Certified 0.25 Ct. Brazillian Alexandrite & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality round Alexandrite(s) surrounded by dainty diamonds that are set in a vintage white gold setting. This ring features natural 0.25 carat round a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Alexandrite, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural GIA Certified 0.77 Ct. Alexandrite Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Round Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that is set in solid 14 Yellow Gold Ring. This ring features a natural 0.77carat round alexand...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Alexandrite, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald White Diamond Ruby Snake Ring Gold Victorian Style J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring 14k Solid Gold Emerald White Diamond Ruby Victorian Style J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Eternal Renewal" made in 14 K Gold inspired by the Victorian ...
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2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Natural GIA Certified 0.53 Ct. Alexandrite Vintage Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Round Alexandrite with Baguette diamonds that is set in solid 18K white gold. This ring features a natural 0.53 carat round alexandrite that is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural GIA Certified 0.40 Ct. Alexandrite & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality oval Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that are set in a vintage white gold setting. This ring features a natural 0.40 carat oval alexa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Alexandrite, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.28 Ct. Moss Agate with Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
1.28 Ct. Moss Agate with Diamond Cocktail Ring, 14K Ring, created by hands from ring to the stone shapes. I used brillant special selection moss agate in vintage style for lovers o...
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15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Antique Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Agate, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural GIA Certified Alexandrite 1.25 Carat & Diamond 14k White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality oval Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that is set in a vintage white gold setting. This ring features a natural 1.25 carat oval alexan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, White Gold

Natural GIA Certified 0.68 Ct. Brazillian Alexandrite & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality cushion Alexandrite surrounded by a dainty diamond halo that is set in a vintage platinum setting. This ring features a natural 0.68 alexandrit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum

Natural 0.39 Ct Brazillian Alexandrite & Diamond Vintage Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality oval Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that is set in a vintage platinum setting. This ring fea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, White Gold

Emerald White Diamond Ruby Double Head Snake Ring Animal Jewelry J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Animal Jewelry Emerald Marquis White Diamond Ruby Snake Ring Cocktail Ring Bronze J Dauphin Style: Cocktail Ring Material: Polished Bronze Designer: J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Eternal R...
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2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Bronze

Natural GIA Certified 0.73 Ct. Alexandrite Vintage Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Oval Alexandrite with Baguette diamonds that is set in solid 18K white gold. This ring features a natural 0.73 carat oval alexandrite that is c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 0.64 Ct. Brazillian Alexandrite & Diamond Vintage Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that is set in a vintage setting. This ring features a natural 0.64 carat princess alexandrite that i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, White Gold

Natural GIA Certified 1.40 Ct. Alexandrite Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Oval Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that is set in solid 18K white gold. This ring features a natural 1.40 carat cushion alexandrite...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural GIA Certified 1.98 Ct. Alexandrite Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Cushion Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that is set in solid 14K white gold. This ring features a natural 1.98 carat cushion alexandr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural GIA Certified 1.27 Ct Alexandrite & Diamond Vintage Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality oval Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that is set in a vintage white gold setting. This ring features a natural 1.27 carat oval alexan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Alexandrite, Diamond, White Gold

Dubini Theodora Aquamarine and Rubellite Tourmaline 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI ring from the 'Theodora' collection features an aquamarine drop with rubellite tourmaline cabochons set in 18K yellow gold. Ring size available: 51 (US 5.75) The ring ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Byzantine Cocktail Rings

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Tourmaline, Rubelite, Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Noir Multicolor Sapphires Ring
Located in Athens, GR
Noir collection ring in 18 karat yellow gold with 0.34 carats multicolor sapphires. Topped with 0.04 carats brilliant cut diamonds filigree frames and granulation decor. The black pl...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Natural GIA Certified 0.54 Ct. Brazillian Alexandrite & Diamond Vintage Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Oval Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that is set in solid 18K white gold. This ring features a natural 0.54 carat Oval alexandrite th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural GIA Certified 1.10 Ct. Brazillian Alexandrite & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Emerald cut Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that is set in a vintage platinum setting. This ri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum

Natural GIA Certified 1.21 Ct. Alexandrite Vintage Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Oval Alexandrite with Baguette diamonds that is set in solid 18K white gold. This ring features a natural 1.21 carat oval alexandrite that is c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Heart Pink Sapphire Snake Ring Cocktail Ring Animal Jewelry J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Animal Jewelry Heart Pink Sapphire Snake Ring Cocktail Ring J Dauphin This ring has one large Heart Pink Sapphire on the head of one snake. Its a great gift as it is adjustable - a...
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2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Pink Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural GIA Certified 0.85 Ct. Brazillian Alexandrite & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality oval Alexandrite surrounded by a dainty diamond halo that is set in a vintage platinum setting. This ring features a natural 0.85 OVAL alexand...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum

Natural GIA Certified 0.81 Ct. Alexandrite Vintage Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Oval Alexandrite with Baguette diamonds that is set in solid 18K white gold. This ring features a natural 0.81 carat oval alexandrite that is c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 18k Yellow Gold, Diamonds and Emeralds Cocktail Ring
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
Victorian yellow gold, diamonds and emeralds cocktail ring. Metal: 18 karat yellow gold. Probably Spain. Condition:Good. Old european and old mine cut diamonds. Trapezoidal emeralds....
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1930s Unknown Victorian Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dubini Theodora Citrine and Blue Sapphire 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI ring from the 'Theodora' collection features a citrine drop with sapphire cabochons set in 18K yellow gold. Ring size available: 51 The ring may be ordered in any size...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Byzantine Cocktail Rings

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Blue Sapphire, Citrine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Pink Tourmaline Vintage Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural pear-shaped Pink Tourmaline set in a halo of 8 pear-shaped natural Tourmalines of varying shades of pink. Designed with the themed style of a peach tree, the ring mounting is...
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1990s Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Natural GIA Certified 1.53 Ct. Alexandrite Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Oval Alexandrite with Baguette diamonds that is set in solid 18K white gold. This ring features a natural 1.53 carat oval alexandrite that is c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Amethyst & Blue Topaz 3 Tier Cluster Flower Ring
Located in Chesham, GB
This ring is made from 18K Yellow Gold with Stunning Amethyst and Blue Topaz. The total gem weight : Amethyst 1.7 carats / Blue Topaz 1.3 carats This is certainly a WOW! factor ring...
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2010s British Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Topaz, Topaz, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Heart Pink Sapphire Snake Ring Cocktail Ring Animal Jewelry J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Pink Sapphire Snake Ring Cocktail Ring Animal Jewelry J Dauphin This ring has one large Heart Pink Sapphire on the head of one snake. Its a great gift as it is adjustable - a...
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2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Pink Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Victorian Style Apx 2 Carat Oval Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Vintage Victorian style rose cut diamond ring. Center oval rose cut diamond, approximately 2 carats but faces up like a 3.75ct. Approximately H/I color and SI clarity. Complemented b...
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Signet Style Ring with Rose Cut Center Diamond Surrounded by Black Pave Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18kt Gold: 3.2g Diamond: 5.81ct Silver:18.37g
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Noir Byzantine Inspired Cocktail Ring
Located in Athens, GR
Noir collection ring all yellow gold 18k. The sweetest size with the biggest stones. Colorful sapphires and white diamonds give it a lot of character in a very daily size. Filigrees...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Granulation Four Petal Flower Byzantine Ring with Aquamarine Diamonds 22Kt Gold
Located in Athens, GR
Byzantine four-petal flower cocktail ring handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold, featuring an Aquamarine center and two brilliant cut diamonds on the petals. Granulation and Filigree techn...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Natural GIA Certified 0.88Ct. Alexandrite Vintage Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Oval Alexandrite with Baguette diamonds that is set in solid 18K white gold. This ring features a natural 0.88 carat oval alexandrite that is c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural GIA Certified 1.26 Ct Alexandrite & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality oval Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that is set in a vintage white gold setting. This ring features a natural 1.26 carat oval alexa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Era Rose-Cut Diamond Ring in Silver-Topped Gold Mounting
Located in MIAMI, FL
Fantastic ring crafted in yellow gold and silver. This ring is set with rose cut diamonds with details seen throughout the design. This Victorian era ring...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Natural GIA Certified 1.11 Ct, Alexandrite Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Oval Alexandrite with Baguette diamonds that is set in solid 18K white gold. This ring features a natural 1.11 carat oval alexandrite that is c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fire Opal Pink Tourmaline Diamond Ring
Located in Astoria, NY
Admiring S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Wide Ring all handmade in Byzantine style with a stunning unique velvet background and twisted wires. This gorgeous ring featu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Cocktail Rings

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Fire Opal, Opal, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Go...

Dubini Theodora Aquamarine and Blue Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI ring from the 'Theodora' collection features aquamarine drops with blue sapphire cabochons set in 18K yellow gold. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Inspired by Empress Theodora, wife of Justinian I, she was widely regarded as the most powerful woman in byzantine history. During her reign Hagia Sofia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Byzantine Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural GIA Certified 0.85 Ct. Brazillian Alexandrite & Diamond Vintage Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality oval Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that is set in a vintage platinum setting. This ring features a natural 0.85 carat oval alexandr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum

Natural GIA Certified 1.49 Ct. Alexandrite & Diamond Vintage Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Oval Alexandrite with Baguette diamonds that is set in solid 18K white gold. This ring features a natural 1.49 carat oval alexandrite that is c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural GIA Certified 0.76 Ct. Brazillian Alexandrite & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Oval Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that is set in a vintage platinum setting. This ring features a natural 0.76 carat oval alexandr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum

Emerald White Diamond Ruby Double Head Snake Ring Cocktail Ring Animal J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Marquis White Diamond Ruby Snake Ring Cocktail Ring Bronze Animal Jewelry J Dauphin Style: Cocktail Ring Material: Polished Bronze Designer: J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Eternal R...
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2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Bronze

Natural GIA Certified 0.87 Ct. Sri Lankan Alexandrite & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality heart Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that is set in a vintage platinum setting. This ring features ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum

Natural GIA Certified 2.62 Ct. Brazillian Alexandrite & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality emerald Alexandrite surrounded by dainty diamonds that is set in a vintage platinum setting. This ring featu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum

Aquamarine Snake Ring Cocktail Ring Animal Jewelry J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Animal Jewelry 2 Marquis Aquamarine Double Snake Head Ring Cocktail Bronze Adjustable J Dauphin This ring has two large aquamarine marquis on e...
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2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Bronze

Natural GIA Certified 1.28Ct. Alexandrite Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Oval Alexandrite with Baguette diamonds that is set in solid 18K white gold. This ring features a natural 1.28 carat oval alexandrite that is c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural GIA Certified 1.21 Ct. Alexandrite Vintage Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous natural AAA quality Oval Alexandrite with Baguette diamonds that is set in solid 14K white gold. This ring features a natural 1.21 carat oval alexandrite that is c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Rings and Other Antique and Vintage Cocktail Rings

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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