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Cocktail Rings For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: 1920s
Vintage Turtle Diamond And Gold Ring/Pin In 18K Yellow Ring.
Located in New York, NY
Vintage One of a kind two in one turtle diamond and gold ring in 18k Yellow Gold. The details are as follows: Diamond weight : 0.48 carat ( G color a...
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1950s American Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond

A Platinum Art Deco Geometrical Ring
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An impressive platinum Art Deco ring in a geometric shape set different cut diamonds, one step cut in the middle (1.5 carat I, Vvs) and a slightly smaller step cut next to it (0.5 H,...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 1.50 Carat Solitaire Platinum Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Exquisite diamond ring features a phenomenally brilliant 1 carat old European cut diamond center complemented by a richly detailed diamond encrusted platinum setting. Fiery, beautifu...
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1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Platinum

White Gold Diamond Art Deco Ring - 14k Mine .55ctw Vintage Three-Stone
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 2 sizes for $35 Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .55ctw...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Certified 13.54 Carat Siberian Amethyst Diamond Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This spectacular Siberian Amethyst measuring just over 13.54 carats is beautifully set in platinum with tapering French Cut diamond shoulders. Total diamond weight certified 48 point...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum

1950s Platinum Cocktail Ring w/ Emerald and Diamond
Located in Lexington, KY
This 1950s platinum cocktail ring features emeralds with diamonds and is absolutely beautiful. The ring contains .25 cttw of G color VS1 clarity diamonds and .45 cttw of emerald, int...
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1950s American Contemporary Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

French Retro 1950s 11.29 Carats Kunzite 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head and rhinoceros head hallmarks. A magnificent retro ring, its top is adorned with 4 large flat claws and a degree-cut kunzite. On either side,...
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1950s French Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Kunzite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Vintage Tutti-Frutti Gold Ring Diamond Emerald Carved Ruby, 1950s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Colorful tutti-frutti motifs ring featuring four carved rubies set in 18 karat (tested) yellow gold and accented with transitional Old European cut diamonds (G-H color, VS clarity, 0...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Rings

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

Antique 0.55ct Old European Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring, I Color, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
A captivating original Art Deco elongated ring adorned with old European cut diamonds. The center diamond, an old European cut, is approximately 0.55 carats, I color, and has VS2 cla...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Amethyst Cubic Zirconia Sterling Ring
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Vintage European ring, beautiful large amethyst surrounded with a glittering cubic zirconia mounted in sterling silver marked 925. Stunning statement cocktail ring. Measuring about 0...
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1950s European Edwardian Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Fine Art Deco Emerald, & Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
An Art Deco period emerald, and diamond ring set in platinum. Centered by a bezel set rich vivid forest green 1.10 carat emerald. The emerald is of very fine clarity, having only th...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

French Retro Diamond Gold Platinum Bombe Ring
Located in London, GB
A very attractive French retro bombe ring of rounded design in 18 carat yellow gold with six ridges of platinum rising to hold two round brilliant cut diamonds (approximately 0.75 ca...
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1950s French Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage GIA Certified 47.02cts Aquamarine 18K White Gold Cocktail Large Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This vivacious 1950's vintage ring will captivate anyone who sees it.  It is centered with a rare rectangular GIA Certified Aquamarine weighing approx 47.02 carats to the Retro cha...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, White Gold

1921 Early ArtDeco SterlingSilver BlackOnyx Marcasite Signed Rectangular Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
On this antique early Art Deco-period solitaire cocktail ring, a long rectangular mirror-cut black onyx is surrounded by 28 faceted marcasite stones. The American silver ring, whose ...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Marcasite, Onyx, Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Gold, Turquoise, and Calibre Ruby Navette-Shaped Ring
Located in New York, NY
A mid-century ruby and turquoise ring comprised of a navette-shaped turquoise in a calibré ruby surround, in 18k gold. Indistinct #941? Face-u...
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1950s Modern Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Arts & Crafts Carved Carnelian and Pearl Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
A handmade arts and crafts period carved carnelian and pearl ring in 14 karat yellow gold. In excellent condition, this ring features a large central carnelian carved with a beautifu...
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1920s Arts and Crafts Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Carnelian, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Amethyst and Diamond Scarab RIng
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Egyptian revival jewelry became wildly popular during the Art Deco period after King Tut’s tomb was discovered in 1922. This insanely cool ...
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1920s Egyptian Revival Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Diamond

Vintage 14K Moonstone Man in the Moon Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Both luminous and beautifully carved this whimsical vintage man-in-the-moon is something special. 🌙 The moonstone is transparent with a magical blue luster...
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1950s Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Moonstone, 14k Gold

Circa 1920'S Art Deco 14K White Gold Old European Cut Diamond and Blue Sapphire
Located in Addison, TX
This extraordinary treasure exudes an enchanting charm. Meticulously fashioned from 14K white gold, the understated yet timeless band cradles a dazzling acorn embellished with an arr...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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

Stange Co. Antique Blue Sapphire Diamond White Gold Art Deco, circa 1920s, Ring
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Unique antique diamond and sapphire ring with an octagonal-shaped domed ring front. Four rectangular French cut blue sapphires surro...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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

Diamond 18 Carat White and Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
This one of a kind dress ring showcases an intricate design masterfully crafted from 18 carat white and yellow gold. Taking center-stage is a beautiful old cut diamond eight claw set...
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1950s European Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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

Coral, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold 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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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Sapphire, Diamond, Coral, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Art Deco 0.20 ct diamond and ruby ring, 1920s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
An old gold ring in the Art Deco style made of yellow gold (approx. 0.700) with silver elements (0.990). Made in the 1920s in Germany. A centrally plac...
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1920s German Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Boucheron Paris 1950 Modernist Ring In 18Kt Gold With 27.52 Ctw Diamonds & Coral
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist cocktail ring designed by Boucheron. Exceptional piece created in France by the iconic Parisian jewelry house of Boucheron. This rare stat...
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1950s French Modernist Vintage Cocktail Rings

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

Antique 1.45ct Old European Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring, Diamond Halo, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco ring showcases a 1.45-carat old European cut diamond set in prongs within a square bezel. The center diamond boasts J color and VS1 clarity. It is surrounded by four mo...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Gold, Platinum

3.50CT Natural Emerald and Diamond cocktail ring 18K s-6
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage cocktail ring most likely from 1950's. Ring prong set with One Oval Cut natural Emerald weighing approximately 3.50CT (carat weight is accurate. Center stone measures 11.1x8....
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Antique Art Deco 14K Gold and Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Gold and Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Pearl Cocktail Ring. This gorgeous antique cocktail ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and platinum. The center ...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Filigree Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco diamond filigree platinum ring centering one bezel set, old European cut diamond weighing 0.80 ct. and surrounded by 28 old Euro...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Late Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Elongated Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Sleek and slender this late Edwardian-era dinner ring, measuring 1" long, features three bright electric blue sapphires spaced by glittering old mine-cut diamonds. Hand fabricated in...
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1920s Edwardian Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

1950s Green Jade Flower Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: This mid-century ring has a round green jade stone and a scalloped setting. Circa: 1950s Metal Type: 18 Karat Yellow gold Weight: 3.1 grams Size: US 6, resizable
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Jade, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Contemporary 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
- 14K Yellow Gold - 18 = 0.36 twt Baguette cut diamond - .94 CT Round cut ruby - Contemporary - Size 6.5 4.49 Grams The is an absolutely stunning contemporary ring made in 14k ...
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1950s American Contemporary Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Enamel Snake Ring 18k Gold Diamond Retro Buckle Band Vintage Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A bright green enamel snake ring with buckle design. The ring is made of 18k yellow gold and has two white gold buckles. The snakeskin enamel pattern is beautifully painted and framed in 18k gold. The buckles are embellished with single cut diamonds. The workmanship of the ring is impeccable. It’s flawlessly made into a slick and smooth jewelry piece. This vintage ring carries the Retro era vibes and is as stylish as it is fun. The Retro ring is made of 18 karat yellow gold (tested), green enamel and accented with single cut diamonds (approximately 0.40 carat total weight). The vintage buckle...
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum 0.75ct Old European Diamond & Emerald Long Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This incredible, antique art deco period ring is crafted in solid platinum. The ring showcases 17 old European & single cut diamonds elegantly pave set throughout the long and unusua...
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1920s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1920s Platinum Art Deco 1 Carat Diamond Antique Ring Handmade American Size 5.75
Located in Santa Monica, CA
1920s Platinum Art Deco 1 Carat total Diamond weight Toi et Moi Design Antique Ring Size 5.75 9.2 gram Earth mined Diamonds; 28 pieces estimated of 0.02 Carat each single cut di...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style 14 Karat Rose Gold Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Art Deco" style 14k rose gold pink tourmaline and diamond ring, 1 round pink tourmaline of gem quality weighing .80pts. and 8 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing ....
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1950s American Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique French 2.00 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Set Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique French 2 carat diamond and 18k yellow gold, platinum set dress ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique French diamond and gold ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with platinum settings. The pierced decorated, lobes design displays a central feature 1.60Ct claw set Old European round cut diamond. The feature diamond is flanked on either side by a total of eight platinum bezel set Old European round cut diamonds. The shank has a rib style design, integrating with the lobed setting. The outer surface of the pierced decorated shank is struck with the French hallmarks for 18k gold (eagle's head), platinum (dog's head) and French lozenge shaped maker's mark. This antique diamond dress ring...
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1920s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 14k Gold Oval Carved Amethyst Filigree Floral Ring w/ Bow Sides
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Carved Oval Cut - Prong Set - Transparent Medium Purple Color - 18x12.8mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White & Green Gold w/ Rose Gold ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, 14k Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Ring. This gorgeous Art Deco cocktail ring is crafted in platinum. The center holds an old European...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

1950's Trillion diamond 1.50CT(Est.) cocktail ring Platinum/Gold/Palladium
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful Art Deco style ring most likely South American reproduction. Ring encrusted with 27 single cut natural diamonds - we estimate 0.30CT total weight (measuring from 1.5 to 2.0...
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1950s South American Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Gold, Palladium, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted in platinum. The center holds an old european cut diamond in a beauti...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Mid-Century 2.02 Carats Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Cathedral Vintage Engagemen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an emerald cut diamond weighing 1.78 carats total - E color with SI1 clarity. Prong set in a basket and flanked by tapered baguette cut diamonds. Weighing approximately 0.2...
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1950s Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Mid-Century South Sea Pearl and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Mid-Century South Sea pearl and diamond platinum ring featuring one oval shaped, white South Sea pearl measuring 12 millimeters in ...
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1950s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Platinum

Mid-Century White Opal and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One mid-century white opal and diamond platinum ring centering one oval cabochon white opal weighing 5.75 ct. surrounded by twenty round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 1.25 ct. with...
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1950s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Antique 0.63Ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.63 carat diamond and 18 carat white gold dress ring; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive diamond c...
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1920s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

17.33CT Natural Peridot & diamond ring Platinum AGL certificate
Located in Chicago, IL
Ring set with One Cushion Mixed Cut Natural Peridot weighing 17.33CT (Peridot exhibits Yellowish green color - saturated beautiful color, transparent. No evidence of clarity enhancem...
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1950s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Peridot, Platinum

Mid-Century 4.22 CTW Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Convertible Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an emerald cut emerald weighing 1.21 carats total - transparent medium green Natural Colombian in origin with minor clarity enhancement (FI) With a halo surround of round ...
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1950s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Men's Vintage 18K Gold Platinum 0.50ctw Round Diamond Grooved Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This outstanding and very well made men's vintage ring is crafted in solid 18k gold and features a wide squared shaped top drenched with 16 very fine quality diamonds throughout. The...
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1950s Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

18K Art Deco Black Opal Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Like seeing the Earth from outer space, this mesmerizing black opal cabochon is filled with iridescent blues, Sunkist orange and neon greens. Masterfully hand fabricated in 18K white...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Black Opal, 18k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Smoky Quartz Cocktail Ring, 1950s
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous and timeless cocktail ring circa 1950s. Features a 35 carat smoky Quartz in a beautiful Emerald cut set in a 14k yellow Gold band. Width at top measures 27mm, height measur...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Quartz, 14k Gold

Vintage 8.24 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ring by Boucheron
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1950s 8.24 carat diamond (total) and platinum ring made by Boucheron; part of our diamond jewelry/estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive vintage Boucheron diamond ring...
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1950s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 4.46 Carat Tourmaline and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 4.46 carat blue tourmaline and 0.20 carat diamond, platinum and 18 karat yellow gold set dress ring; part of our vintage engagement ring collections This stunning, fine and impressive vintage gemstone ring has been crafted in platinum with a 18k yellow gold setting. The pierced decorated 18k yellow gold four-claw setting is embellished with a principal 4.46 carat baguette cut blue tourmaline. The elevated pierced decorated ring shoulders are ornamented with an individually platinum collet set baguette cut diamond, totalling 0.20 carat. The shoulders integrate with the main setting and blend seamlessly with the plain platinum ring...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

14k white gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold Sapphire and diamond ring, containing 1 oval sapphire weighing .75pts. and 12 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing .15pts. This ring is a size 6 but...
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One mid-century sapphire, ruby and diamond platinum ring centering one oval cabochon sapphire weighing 18 ct. surrounded by ten carved cabochon rubies weighting 5 ct. Accented by a s...
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1950s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Platinum

Vintage 4.00CT(Est). Marquise Diamond Cocktail Ring PLATINUM s-7
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage cocktail ring most likely from 1950's. Ring prong set with 12 Marquise Cut natural diamonds we estimate 4.00-4.50CT total weight (diamond carat weight is based on measurement...
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1950s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Marquise Diamond Filigree Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Marquise Diamond Filigree Shield Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted in platinum. The center holds an old marquise cut diamond and is surround...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Ladies Antique Art Deco Platinum Filigreed Gia Diamond Cocktail Engagement Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: Platinum Size: 5 Shank Maximum Width: 9.90 mm tapering to 1.15 mm Weight: 5.10 grams Ladies filigreed platinum diamond cocktail antique art-deco ring ...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

GIA Art Deco Emerald, & Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
An Art Deco period emerald, and diamond ring set in platinum. Centered by a bezel set rich vivid forest green 1.10 carat emerald. The emerald is of very fine clarity, having only th...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage Ruby, Diamond And Platinum Crossover Ring, Circa 1950
Located in London, GB
A vintage, hand made, ruby and diamond crossover ring, set with a pear shape ruby, weighing approximately 1.27ct and a pear shape diamond weighing approximately 0.80ct, in claw setti...
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1950s American Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

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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