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Cocktail Rings For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 1930s
Victorian Era Rose Gold Opal & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
We always love old mine cut halo rings!! This beauty features a vibrant opal gemstone that exhibits a great combination of blue, green, and red fire....
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19th Century Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian Snake Ring Turquoise Diamond 7 Large Cocktail Serpent Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Bold and distinct antique Victorian snake ring, crafted in 10 karat yellow gold (circa 1880s to 1900s). Turquoise measures 20mm x 15mm. One estimated 0.05 carat old mine cut diamon...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Turquoise, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

9.00Ct Jadeite and Diamond 18k White Gold Dress Ring Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 9 carat jadeite and 0.10 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold and platinum set dress ring; part of our diverse antique jade jewelry collections. This fin...
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1930s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Jade

1.02Ct Ruby and 0.33Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.02ct ruby and 0.33 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set dress ring; part of our diverse collection of ruby cluster rings. T...
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1930s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian Vintage Turquoise and Diamond Navette Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vivacious Victorian vintage diamond and turquoise navette ring that is long, sleek and slender. This late 19th century stunner is loaded with charm, centered by a striking Persian ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 18ct yellow gold, cultured pearl and diamond crystal ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful rich 18ct yellow gold ring featuring five slightly graduated cultured pearls flanked by tiny, sparkly old cut diamond crystals, deliberately mismatched, each one with a s...
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1850s European Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 0.57Ct Jet, Black Enamel and 9k Yellow Gold Mourning Ring Circa 1804
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Georgian 0.57 carat jet, black enamel and 9 karat yellow gold mourning ring; part of our diverse antique mourning jewellery collections. This fine and ...
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Early 1800s Antique Cocktail Rings

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

Deco Retro 1935 Tank Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With 2.53 Ctw Diamonds Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Deco-Retro geometric ring from the machine age period. Stunning and unusual geometric piece, created during the late art-deco and the retro periods, back in the 1935. This cocktail ...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 3.00ct Natural Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring, Diamond Halo, Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Victorian-era Russian ring with a 3.00ct natural cornflower blue sapphire surrounded by 13 old mine-cut diamonds. Ring Size: 6.5 US, Resizable Metal: Gold, Yellow Gold St...
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1880s European Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

Ring with garnet and diamonds 14 bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolour gold ring set with rubies and rose cut diamonds 1.60 ct F/G VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5(55) Detailed description The top of the ring is 2.6 cm wide and 5.3 ...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Opal Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Gemstone Engagement Sz 6.75
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed opal & diamond ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1880s to 1900s). Cabochon cut opal measures 9.5mm x 8mm (estimated at 2.50 carats). Old mine c...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Vintage Art Deco 18 karat White Gold , Diamond and Coral Ring
Located in Jerusalem, IL
A lovely delicate example of the Art Deco style in Rings. Made in acid checked 18 karat Gold. The Centre of the Ring is 10 mm Coral Bead set with 2 point diamond in the centre of the...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Coral, Diamond, White Gold

Vintage 1930's Platinum 3 Stone Diamond Dinner Ring
Located in Boston, MA
An exquisite example of 1930s artistry, this platinum dinner ring showcases three magnificent European-cut diamonds as its sparkling centerpieces. Each of the trio of old European-cu...
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1930s American Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique 2.84ct Aquamarine and 0.10ct Diamond and 18ct White Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 2.84 carat aquamarine and 0.10 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique aquamarine ring has been crafted in 18k white gold. The pierced decorated setting displays an impressive feature claw set 2.84 carat square faceted cut aquamarine. The elevated ring shoulders are each accented with three pavé set eight-cut diamonds within a triangular setting, melding with the plain ring shank. This antique ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold. This 1930s aquamarine ring...
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1930s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold

Jean Despres Silver Men Ring "Bijoux Moteurs" - Art Deco 1930s
Located in Magenta, IT
A men ring in silver by French silversmith Jean Després (1889 - 1980), belonging to the iconic "Bijoux Moteurs" (Motor Jewels) collection. The shape of the ring recalls the turbine o...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Silver

Antique French Art Deco ring with diamond, France, 1930s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
An old diamond ring from France from the 1930s (hallmark preserved) The symmetrical, geometric crown with old-cut diamonds refers to the Art Deco style We offer earrings that would...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Austria 1930 Art Deco Neptune Mythological Ring In .835 Sterling Sliver
Located in Miami, FL
Austrian cocktail ring with Neptune. This is a very handsome and unusual ring, created in Vienna Austria during the art deco period, back in the 1930's. This beautiful cocktail ring...
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1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique 3.02Ct Lapis Lazuli and 15k Yellow Gold Locket Ring Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive 3.02 carat lapis lazuli and 15 karat yellow gold locket ring; part of our diverse antique lapis lazuli jewelry col...
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1880s Antique Cocktail Rings

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Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond Sapphire 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage timeless ring crafted in 14K yellow gold decorated with a oval shape sapphire and 6 diamonds with total weight 0,46 carat EU size: 61 US size: 9.75 Total weight: 3 grams A...
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19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Victorian Four Leaf Clover Ring Old Mine Diamonds & Natural Pearl Gemstone
Located in MIAMI, FL
Exceptional treasure from the Victorian era. This ring is truly fantastic and shows exquisite details throughout. The ring is crafted in a 15-16k yellow gold and is in the shape of ...
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold

Art Deco ring with diamonds and sapphires.
Located in Chorzów, PL
An old white gold ring with old-cut diamonds and synthetic sapphires. This ring is made of white gold, which was a popular choice in the Art Deco style for its modernity and elegance...
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1930s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Antique Edwardian Enamel and Diamond Shield Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Appearing as if pulled from a treasure chest, this authentic, Edwardian antique cocktail ring is a coveted heirloom. The deep blue enamel background is adorned with a scrolling diamo...
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Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Platinum

Turquoise Pietra Dura Flower Forget Me Not Ring 14 Karat Gold Antique Victorian
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning antique Pietra Dura Ring in 14 Karat Gold with inlaid semi-precious stones creating a mosaic image of Turquoise Blue Forget-me-not flowers. The ring is a maste...
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19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Turquoise, Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

5 Carat Citrine and Diamond Victorian Gold Cocktail Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful! Antique Victorian Citrine Cocktail Ring, centering a securely set oval Citrine, weighing approx. 5 Carat, surrounded by Diamonds, approx. 0.62tcw and accented by black en...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Citrine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Natural Pearl & Diamond Floral Ring Filigree Detail
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful details seen on this Art Deco treasure. The ring highlights one natural pearl gemstone that is accented with a daisy flower shaped halo set with all old mine cut diamonds. ...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian 1870 Etruscan Revival Celestial Star Ring In 15Kt Gold With Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian Etruscan Revival celestial star ring. Exceptional highly decorated ring of a celestial star, created in England during the Victorian Era (1837-1901), back in the 1870. Thi...
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1870s English Etruscan Revival Antique Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold, Gold

Art Deco French GIA 3.47 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco French GIA 3.47 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring. Featuring one round mixed cut sapphir...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Platinum 18K Blue Sapphire No Heat Ceylon Diamond Ring VS Antique 8.32 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents...VINTAGE LUXURY... GIA CERTIFIED PLATINUM & 18K 8.32 CARAT UNHEATED SAPPHIRE DIAMOND ANTIQUE RING AND BOX. 6.23 CARAT TRANSPARENT BLUE GIA CERTIFIED RARE NO HEAT NATURAL CEYLON SAPPHIRE. (This Gorgeous Vintage Sapphire is Crowned With 2.09 Carats of Sparkling Old Mine Cut Diamonds) AUTHENTIC ANTIQUE OVER 100 YEARS OLD HANDMADE. Still Perfectly Kept in Antique Leather Ring Box...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

1940s Retro Diamond 18k Yellow and White Gold Tank Cocktail Ring
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
Ring in 18 karat yellow and white gold. Superb tank ring, linear and geometrical design typical for this period. Circa 1935-1940 Brilliant diamond cut. Total approximate weight of t...
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1930s Unknown Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Unisex Brown Circon
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This warm glowing gold braun zircon is set in an elegant open claw setting made out of 14 karat rose gold.
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1880s English Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Zircon, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Very Large Antique 18k Gold and Citrine Ring Made Year 1833
Located in Stockholm, SE
This ring boasts an 18 karat gold setting with a large, oval-shaped citrine stone as its centerpiece. The citrine is faceted, giving it a multi-dimensional surface that catches and r...
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1830s Swedish Antique Cocktail Rings

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Citrine, 18k Gold

Victorian Style 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Victorian Style 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Five Stone Ring. This gorgeous Victorian Style old mine diamond ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The top of the ring has...
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1890s Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring three emerald cut emeralds weighing approximately 1.44 carats total Transparent medium green and alternating with old European cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.74 car...
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1830s Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Deco Retro 1935 Tank Cocktail Ring Platinum With 2.25 Ctw In European Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Deco-Retro geometric ring from the machine age period. Beautiful chevalier geometric ring, created during the late art-deco and the retro periods, back in the 1935. This cocktail ri...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Diamond Emerald Platinum Filigree Navette Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Collectable Antique Emerald Cocktail Ring! Centered with a Colombian genuine Emerald, with a Traditional Octagonal cut & bezel Set, weighing approximately 1.30 carats, it is the per...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Halo 18ct Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
Our antique Victorian turquoise diamond halo ring, is a resplendent piece that embodies the enchanting spirit of the Victorian era. This ex...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Deco Retro 1935 Tank Chevalier Ring In 18Kt Gold Platinum Diamond And Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
A chevalier geometric ring from the retro-machine age period. Great chevalier ring, created during the late art-deco and the retro periods, back in the 1935. This geometric ring has...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Victorian Floral Bouquet Enamel Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful ring crafted in 18k yellow gold. This vintage treasure is nearly 120 years old and was made in the Victorian era. Details are endless as the ring highlights a floral bouque...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

11 CTW Diamond & Pink Kunzite Cushion Cut Ring 14 Karat
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Spodumene, Kunzite Cushion Cut, Diamond Ring consisting of a total of (23) diamonds surround the center stone. Clarity of VS quality diamonds surrounds a spectacular center stone, ...
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Late 19th Century American Contemporary Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Kunzite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Platinum and Natural Jadeite Ring Mason Kay
Located in Hummelstown, PA
This classic Art Deco ring features a vibrant 4.26 carat natural jade cabochon presented in a hand fabricated platinum setting. The cabochon is framed by split prongs at the compass ...
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1930s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Jade, Platinum

Antike Kameo Ring Bacchante Maenad Pink White Shell Silver Mount
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The good size cameo of a female follower of Dyonisios, a so called maenad was carved out of a fine pink and white shell in 1880 ca. In Roman mythologie a maenad was called a baccante...
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1880s Italian High Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Silver

Diamond and Gold Flush Mounted Ring
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful Diamond and Gold Flush Mounted Ring. 14 k gold surrounds a dazzling .60 ct diamond J SI.
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond

Italian Art Deco 1935 Cocktail Ring In .925 Sterling With Coral And Onyx
Located in Miami, FL
An Italian art deco ring. Beautiful colorful ring, created in Milano Italy during the art deco period, back in the 1935. This ring has been cra...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Coral, Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver

Ring with emerald and diamonds 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolor gold ring set with 3.50 carats cushion cut emerald and 82 rose cut diamonds 0.50 carats - ring size US. 8 - EU. 18.25(57) detailed description: The top of the ring is 9...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Sapphire, Diamond and Platinum Ring, 1.30 Carat
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring, with a central old cut diamond, weighing an estimated 1.30ct, in our opinion the colour is I and our opinion of the clarity is VS, in a millegr...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Victorian 1880 Antique Ring In 14Kt Gold With 8.95 Ctw In Opal And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian classic cocktail ring with opal. Gorgeous antique ring, created during the Victorian period in England, back in the 1880. The beautiful statement cocktail ring has been de...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique Ox Blood Coral & Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A fabulous find from the late 1800s-early 1900s Victorian era, this ox blood coral cocktail ring possesses a most vivid and captivating rare color. Set as a dome or cluster, the halo...
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1890s Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Lapis Lazuli Cocktail Ring 14k Yellow Gold 1970’s
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Origin: Natural Lapis Lazuli Metal = 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size = 7.25 Year: 1970
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19th Century Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Opal Rose Cut Diamond Black Enamel Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a stunning Victorian cocktail ring crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1890. It features opals, rose cut diamonds and black enamel. Weight: 7.49g Size: 17.25 (US 6.75) IMPORTANT: ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, Enamel

13.45ct Garnet Antique Victorian Ring with Seed Pearl Halo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Powerfully large statement ring from the Victorian Period. This unique ring features a one of a kind 13.45 ct garnet cabochon with a deep rich color, almost purple. The garnet is app...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold

GIA Antique 3 Stone 4 Carats Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A trio of charming, antique diamonds rescued from an antique Czechoslovokian tiara have been reimagined into a fascinating ing. A pair of GIA certified fancy intense yellow diamonds ...
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Late 19th Century Czech Edwardian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Victorian 3.40 CTW Diamond No Heat Burma Ruby 18 Karat Gold Three Stone Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 1.11 carats - J color with VS2 clarity Prong set and flanked east to west by two prong set cushion cut rubies Weighing appro...
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1880s Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco GIA Diamond Platinum Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco GIA Diamond Platinum Toi et Moi Ring. Featuring one old European cut diamond of 2.70 carats, accompanied by GIA #2231159303 stating the diamond is N color, VS1 clarity, ...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Antique Victorian Opal Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Sz 5.75 Fine Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish antique Victorian era ring (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. One opal measures 7mm x 5mm, accented with 14 estimated 0.02 carat old rose cut diamonds....
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

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Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco French Aquamarine 18k White Gold Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco French Aquamarine 18k White Gold Platinum Cocktail Ring. Featuring one octagonal step cut aquamarine of 27.90 carats. Shank crafted in 18 karat white gold with platinum ...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Raymond Yard 1935 Art Deco Ring Platinum With 2.54 Ctw Sapphires Rubies Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco Toi Et Moi ring designed by Raymond C. Yard. An exceptional toi et moi ring, created in America during the art deco period by the...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Antique 1930s Diamond Gold Ring
Located in BALMAIN, NSW
Antique Art Deco 1930s Diamond and plaque style ring, in 18ct gold engraved setting. 18ct white gold single stone Diamond ring. Round brilliant cut Diamond square grain set in centre...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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White Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Antique IGI Ceylon No Heat Sapphire and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Silver Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Antique IGI Ceylon No Heat Sapphire and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Silver Ring. Featuring one IGI oval mixed cut sapphire of 5.99 carats, accompanied with IGI #51860 stating the sap...
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1890s Antique Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

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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