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Cocktail Rings For Sale
Period: 1980s
Period: 18th Century
Art Deco Platinum Diamond & Sapphire Ring
Located in London, GB
Platinum Diamond & Sapphire Ring Art Deco ring from around 1890 Privately commissioned. Intricate Platinum setting with two square very bright blue Sapphires centre set each measu...
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18th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Elegant Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Ring Embrace the allure of sophistication with this elegant platinum ring adorned with a captivating 9.72 carat oval-shaped sapphire at its cen...
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1980s Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Oval Cushion Cut Brown Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Oval Cushion Cut Brown Diamond Ballerina Ring A white gold ring set with a center oval cushion cut light brown diamond, weighing approximately 3.37 carats, framed by 32 baguette cut...
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1980s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The gorgeous citrine stone is a bright yellow colour set in simple claws. Ring Size: N or 6 3/4 Stone Dimensions: 11x9mm Height Off Finger: 5.5mm Weight: 1.9g
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1980s British Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Gold

Pearl & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pearl & Diamond Ring An 18 karat white gold ring set with a pearl framed by round cut diamonds Ring Size: 7 Resizable free of charge
Category

1980s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Freeform Artisan Lapis Lazuli Ring
Located in Venice, CA
A bold statement piece that features a rough cut deep saturated blue Lapis Lazuli specimen. In its raw form, the stone has sparkling flecks of pyrite and calcite that are a striking ...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pearl & Diamond Ring A platinum ring set with a pearl framed by 12 round cut diamonds and 12 baguette cut diamonds Ring Size: 6 Resizable free of charge
Category

1980s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Katy Briscoe Cabochon Rubellite Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Katy Briscoe Cabochon Rubellite Ring in 18K Yellow Gold. The ring features a 20.41ct cabochon cut rubellite that has a vibrant raspberry pink color. The...
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1980s Contemporary Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Original 1980 3.29Kt White Diamond 1.96 Kt Blue Sapphire Baguette Cocktail Ring
Located in Valenza, IT
One-of-a-kind, Original 1980, Sumptuous, Unique yet Timeless Ring featuring a 3.29Kt Old European Cut White Diamond in a Blue Sapphire carefully calibrated Baguette Cut 18Kt Yellow G...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage GIA 1.87 Carat Burma No Heat Sapphire and Diamond 14k White Gold Balleri
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage GIA 1.87 Carat Burma No Heat Sapphire and Diamond 14k White Gold Ballerina Ring. Featuring one GIA cushion mixed cut sapphire of 1.87 carats, accompanied with GIA #6224772366 stating the sapphire is of Burma (Myanmar) origin and has no indications of heat treatments. Accented by 32 tapered baguette cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 2.30 carats, graded F color, VS clarity. Crafted in 14 karat white gold with purity marks. Circa 1980. The ring is a size 7 ¼ and may be resized. About this Item: Set your world aglow with this striking vintage sapphire ballerina ring...
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1980s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 5 Carats Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring, 18 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Indulge in the allure of this captivating 18kt white gold cocktail ring, featuring a remarkable center piece heated natural blue sapphire weighing approximately 4 carats from the re...
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1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Pyramidal Cabochon Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring ‘No Heat’
Located in Weston, MA
A classic Art Deco design highlights this radiant 13.66 carat no heat medium canary yellow cabochon sapphire. The center stone is surrounded by 6 full-cut pavé-set diamond melee and ...
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1980s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum

Tiffany & Co by Paloma Picasso Doppio Ring in 18Kt with Aquamarine & Tourmaline
Located in Miami, FL
Bold cocktail ring designed by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. A very sophisticate and rare geometric domed ring, created by Picasso around the 1980's, at her studio a Tiffany & Co...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 51.25tcw Blue Topaz and Diamonds Complete Formal Set 18k 750 White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 51.25 total carat weight Blue Topaz and Diamonds Complete Formal Set 18k 750 White Gold. Very unique one of a kind set. The blue topaz stones weight approx a total of 50.75 c...
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1980s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Pale Green/Yellow Tourmaline and 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The pale green/yellow tourmaline is gorgeous and set simply up high in this 18 carat gold ring which has simple shoulders. Ring Size: Q or 8 1/4 Height Off Finger: 9mm Stone Diamet...
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1980s British Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold

1980s 0.83 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Halo Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 0.83 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold halo engagement ring; part of our marquise shaped diamond jewelry collections. This stunning, fine...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Retro Vintage 5.50ct Diamond South Sea Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Pave Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This extraordinary piece encapsulates the essence of vintage sophistication, taking you on a journey through the glamorous past. Crafted in Solid 18K Yellow Gold, weighing 13.0 Gram...
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1980s Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The gorgeous citrine stone is a bright yellow colour set in simple claws. The gallery has a chunky feel to it and is all modelled in 9carat gold. Ring Size: P or 7 3/4 Stone Dimen...
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1980s British Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Gold

14k White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring with GIA Report
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 7.5 grams Center Stone: Natural Emerald with GIA Report. GIA Report #5221950722 Type: Natural ...
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1980s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

David Webb Vintage Ring 18k Gold Yellow Sapphire
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A David Webb vintage ring, made of 18k gold, features yellow sapphire, diamond and enamel. A David Webb ring at its finest: a stunning, chunky piece that speaks confidence. This rec...
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1980s American Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An emerald and diamond ring in size O weighing 7.8 grams with a total of 0.50 carats of diamonds is a stunning and luxurious piece of jewelry. The emerald ...
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1980s European Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage 18K White Gold, Diamonds and Aragonite Stone Ring Made 1980
Located in Stockholm, SE
This very large 18 karat white gold ring is adorned with a large rectangular aragonite stone and two brilliant cut diamonds. The setting is prominent and resembles pieces of a vintage coffer...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Platinum Old European Brilliant Diamond Center .50 Carat Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1980s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.71 grams Diamond Details: .50ct total weight, H Color, VS Clarity, Band Width: 3 ...
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1980s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold, Silver, Diamond Opal Onyx Cocktail Marquise Ring
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
This fine and impressive Art Deco style marquise shaped ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a silver setting. Brilliant cut diamonds. Cabochon cut opal. Rectangle cut onyx. Total diamond carat weight: 0.56 carats. Opal carat weight: 1.62 carats. Onyx carat weight: 19.77carats. Condition: Good. Lenght: 2.8 cm Width: 1.6 cm. Weight: 8.44 Grams. Size: US 6.5 It can be resized. FREE SHIPPING AND RESIZING. RETURNS ACCEPTED (3 days. Any piece customizated cannot be returned.). We guarantee you will receive this gorgeous item as described and showed on photos. A gorgeous design, it could make a unique engagement ring, or a special addition to any antique jewelry collection! I’m Teresa Francés, second generation of a Spanish family antiques store called “Ricardo Francés...
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1980s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

White & Yellow Diamond You & Me Ring
Located in New York, NY
White & Yellow Diamond You & Me Ring A platinum ring set with a round cut diamond of yellow tint weighing 1.29 carats, a round cut white diamond weighing 1.2...
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1980s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Russian Sapphire Ring CZ 14K Rose Gold USSR Soviet Russia
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This ring has been made in Soviet Russia, Armenia. Circa 1980s. The ring is crafted in solid 14K Pink Gold and 14K White gold for the top and has all USSR hallmarks. The center syn...
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1980s Russian Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Square Hammered Cocktail Ring
Located in Rome, IT
18 kt. yellow gold cocktail ring with round-cut diamonds. This classic cocktail ring is handmade in Italy. The whole top is hammered. 1980 ca. Round-cut diamonds: 4.80 ct. Weight: 3...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Hardstone Cameo Ring
Located in London, GB
A Georgian hardstone cameo ring, the oval-shaped layered agate cameo, measuring approximately 27 by 17mm, and depicting the finely carved profile ...
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Late 18th Century British George III Antique Cocktail Rings

Materials

Agate, Rose Gold

Dual Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Dual Diamond Halo Ring A platinum ring set with 2 central round cut diamonds, one white, one colored. The white diamond weighs approximately 2.02 carats an...
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1980s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Lapis Lazuli Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Holland, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Lapis Lazuli Ring. With 1 Round brilliant cut diamond .06ct F/VS1 Alhambra cut lapis lazuli 14mm Details: Size: 5.75 Wid...
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1980s French Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Henry Dunay Vintage Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold ring is big and bold—a classic Henry Dunay design that has great presence on the hand. The ring is sculptural, with a hand-hammered finish that accentuates the large faceted planes of gold that reflect the light for a mesmerizing effect . The ring has sensuous curves and an organic shape similar to a seashell or an ocean wave. Henry Dunay is an award-winning goldsmith and jeweler who gained worldwide recognition after receiving the De Beers Diamond International...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

19k Yellow Gold Vintage Oval Shape Lapis Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 4.25 Metal Type: 19K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.2 grams Center Stone: Lapis , 12.5x9mm, Blue, Oval cabochon shape Band Width: 2.3mm Condi...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier French Pear Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Bypass Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This by-pass diamond ring is an outstanding example of Cartier's timelessness and top quality. Crafted in solid 18K Yellow Gold, all original. Two sparkly pear cut, prong-set, Genu...
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1980s French Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari 4.59cts Emerald Diamond Platinum Estate Pinky Bulgari Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Bvlgari emerald ring, which can be the perfect pinky ring for a gentleman or the modern cocktail ring for a lady. This Exquisite Bvlgari Rin...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The gorgeous citrine stone in this ring is a lemon yellow colour and is set in a simple but high setting. Modelled in 9carat gold. Ring Size: Q or 8 Stone Dimensions: 12x9.5mm He...
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1980s British Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Gold

Retro Green Tourmaline Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This tourmaline and diamond engagement ring boasts a fascinating green tone, glowing with an alluring bluish-green color set in a swirling platinum setting. The asymmetrical profile ...
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1980s Contemporary Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

Vintage Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The gorgeous citrine stone in this ring is a lemon yellow colour and is set in simple claws. The gallery is ornate and all modelled in 9carat gold. Ring Size: M or 6 1/4 Stone Dime...
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1980s British Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Gold

Very Large Silver and Malachite Ring by Swedish Inga Lagervall Made Year 1982
Located in Stockholm, SE
This sterling silver ring is adorned with a tear-shaped malachite and an undulating silver wave. Its shaft is prominent. This brutalist ring has amazing structural and textural elem...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Malachite, Silver

Art Deco Style Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
This elegant, finger elongating Art Deco style ring centers on a bezel-set baby blue aquamarine accented east and west by a sparking pair round diamonds, finished with a sparkling d...
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1980s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The gorgeous citrine stone is a bright yellow colour set in simple claws. The gallery is open and all modelled in 9carat gold. Ring Size: L 1/2 or 6 Stone Dimensions: 13x9.5mm Hei...
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1980s British Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Gold

1980s 18K HGE Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful 18K HGE Gold cocktail ring circa 1980s! Timeless understated style cocktail ring featuring a beautiful 18K HGE gold contrasting an extensive arrange...
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1980s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Cluster Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
This stunning and impressive gemstone cluster ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold featuring ten round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approx. 0.80 carats, G-H color, VS clarity, one pear shape ruby, one pear shape sapphire, one pear shape emerald. This beautiful vintage ring...
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1980s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Saddle Wide Band Ring
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous 18 carat white gold saddle ring showcases a wide classic design that is lightly contoured to create a flattering curved shape. The beautiful ring is turned into a chic ...
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1980s European Modern Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

English Georgian 1780 Ring in 14 Kt Gold and Silver with Diamonds and Turquoise
Located in Miami, FL
Antique 18th century georgian ring with mythological scene. Gorgeous piece of art, created in England back in the 18th century, circa 1780 during the British Georgian period. This r...
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1780s English Georgian Antique Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Edwardian Pearl Star Sapphire Diamond Platinum-Topped 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bypass style terminating with an oval 5.0 x 7.0 mm moonstone cabochon and a 7.0 mm round natural pearl. Sapphire is translucent gray in body color with subtle white asterism. Pearl ...
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Late 18th Century Edwardian Antique Cocktail Rings

Materials

Natural Pearl, Star Sapphire, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Y...

Tony Duquette Massive Geometric Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold 85cts Citrine
Located in Miami, FL
Bold geometric ring designed by Tony Duquette (1914-1999). A rare and gorgeous vintage piece, created by the American designer Tony Duquette, back in the 1980's. This cocktail ring was carefully crafted, with geometric semi-curved seven sides...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jean Mahie 1970 Paris Sculptural Abstract Ring in Textured 22Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Abstract cocktail ring designed by Jean Mahie. A beautiful piece of wearable art, created in Paris France by the artist and goldsmith Jean Mahie. This vintage sculptural ring...
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphires Rubies Emeralds Aquamarine Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Huge South Sea Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This amazing white South Sea pearl and diamond cocktail ring is centered by a huge, 11.4 mm perfectly round glowing dome of high luster with a mesmerizing rose overtone. The flawless...
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1980s Artisan Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 2.75 Carat Emerald Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A magnificent emerald is exhibited in this vintage 18k white gold ring. Displaying a ravishing bright tone peering out of over 1 carat of prominent diamonds all showcased in a notabl...
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1980s Contemporary Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fred of Paris Modernist Gem Set Ring 18Kt Yellow Gold 0.96 Cts Ceylon Sapphire
Located in Miami, FL
A ring with a sapphire designed by Fred. Beautiful geometric piece created in Paris, France by the house of Fred, circa 1980's. It was crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karat, with...
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Pear Shape Imperial Topaz and Diamond 18 Carat White & Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
This wonderful 18 carat yellow gold cocktail ring features a spectacular pear shaped golden imperial topaz weighing 7.82ct, mounted in a four claw, ope...
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1980s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Imperial Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Tourmaline Diamonds Cocktail Bombe Ring
Located in Rome, IT
18 kt. yellow and white gold bombe ring with diamonds and tourmaline. Diamonds: 4.00 carat round-cut ( 16 stones ) Tourmaline: 11.50 carat ova...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Stamped 18ct Gold, 1.40ct Diamonds and 5ct Ruby Italian Vintage Ring
Located in London, GB
The central domed section set with square cut rubies surrounded by square cut diamonds. Diamond weight approximately 1.40ct. Ruby weight approximately 5ct. Weight: 9.7 grammes. Itali...
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1980s Italian Belle Époque Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose and White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Emerald Diamond 14k Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classy and timeless ring made of 14k yellow gold and featuring 1.78-carat natural emerald in a halo of thirteen round brilliant cut diamonds (H-I color, VS clarity, 0.95 carat total ...
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Henry Dunay Pearl Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Estate Henry Dunay Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold. The ring features a 11.8mm cultured pearl and 32 brilliant cut diamonds. Ring size 8. 1...
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1980s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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