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Cocktail Rings For Sale
Period: 1960s
Period: 1940s
Vintage Circa 1960s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.90 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.90 ct. Ring size is US 6.9 (We of...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Vintage 18K Blue Enamel and Diamond Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
An elegant elongated lobe-shaped ladies ring crafted in silver topped 18 karat gold featuring a center panel of blue enamel with bezel set round brilliant diamonds, surrounded by a b...
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1940s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Marquise Sapphire Pave Diamond Platinum heart Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Heart shaped ring set with a royal blue Marquise shaped Sapphire in the heart shaped diamond top. Circa 1960-1970. 1 Royal blue Sapphire 15 x 6mm Marquise, approx. total weight 2.50...
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1960s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Diamond and Tourmaline 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This wonderful ring holds two small diamonds sat at the base of a fan shaped cluster of pear cut tourmaline stones. These stones are green, pale bl...
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1960s British Modern Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Aquamarine Colour Topaz, Lapis, Turquoise, Diamonds, Pearl Gold and Silver 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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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Turquoise, Topaz, Pearl, Diamond, Aquamarine, Silver, 9k Gold, Gold

Vintage Aquamarine, Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring, Circa 1960
Located in London, GB
A vintage aquamarine, sapphire and diamond platinum cocktail ring, circa 1960. Set to its centre with an emerald cut aquamarine of 10.13cts approximately in a handmade fine platinum...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Amethyst, Peridots, Pearls, Stones, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver 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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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Peridot, Pearl, Diamond, Amethyst, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold

Stunning 22.25ct Blue-Green Tourmaline Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, American. This is the ultimate colored gemstone ring. It's look is effortless American glamor. The 22.25 carat delicately hued blue-green tourmaline (referred to as...
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1960s American Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Amethysts, Peridots, Topazs, Diamonds, Pearls, 14 Kt Rose Gold and Silver 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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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Oscar Heyman Brothers ruby and diamond ring, American, circa 1940
Located in London, GB
Oscar Heyman Brothers ruby and diamond ring. Set with twenty four square baguette cut diamonds in open back channel settings with rubover border and an approximate combined weight of...
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1940s American Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1960s 10k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Ruby Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 9.3 grams. Totally is diamond 0.70 carat. Totally is emerald 0.80 carat. Totally is ruby 0.50 carat. The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1. R...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 10k Gold

Vintage 8.90 Carat Aquamarine and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 8.90 carat aquamarine and platinum solitaire ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry colle...
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1940s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Platinum

Vintage Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring, Circa 1960
Located in London, GB
A vintage aquamarine and diamond cocktail ring, circa 1960 This ring is set with an impressive emerald cut aquamarine of 21.03 carats a...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Aquamarine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, Circa 1960
Located in London, GB
A vintage aquamarine 18 karat yellow gold cocktail ring, circa 1960. This ring is set with an impressive emerald cut aquamarine of 35.88cts approximately in a claw setting leading t...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Paul Binder Hyper-Modern Sixties Cocktail Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, by Paul Binder, Zurich, Switzerland. This sleek one-of-a-kind modernist jewel is an architectural delight. Combining smooth curves...
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1960s Swiss Modernist Vintage Cocktail Rings

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White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

1940s French Sapphire Diamonds Gadroon Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark and platinum, dog's head hallmark. Domed, this sublime tank ring is composed of three rings. The one in the center has an oval cus...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Yellow ...

Vintage German Pearl Tourmaline Amethyst and 14k Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage German 1940's pearl, 0.33 carat tourmaline, 0.30 carat amethyst and 14 karat yellow gold dress ring; part of our dress rings collection. This fine and impressive vintage dress ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold. The ornate pierced decorated oval setting has a scrolling foliated design, accented with spiralling strands. The anterior surface of the ring incorporates an impressive collet set 0.33ct square faceted cut tourmaline, a collet set 0.30ct round faceted cut amethyst and a pearl. The elevated, scrolling ring shoulders integrate with the main setting and meld with the plain ring shank. This 1940s ring is hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the 14k gold fineness mark 585 and the German mark 'Handarbeit' ('work done by hand'). This gemstone and gold dress ring is supplied with an IDGL gemstone grading report card. Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone in this pearl and tourmaline ring...
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1940s German Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Pearl, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

Sixties Pop Art Citrine Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k. This fabulously bold sixties ring is set with a lush 19.25 carat citrine. Uniquely stylish, the elaborately constructed gold bubbles are soooo pop art. A moment i...
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1960s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Citrine, 18k Gold

Sixties Opal and Diamond-set Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, American. This chic sixties ring is all about the scintillating 2.5-carat opal. Displaying green, blue, purple, and red in varying hues, this stone has excellent ...
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1960s American Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond, Sapphire And Platinum Bombé Ring, Circa 1960
Located in London, GB
A vintage sapphire, diamond and platinum bombé ring, set with an oval faceted Ceylon sapphire, with a surround of four round brilliant-cut diamonds and ten marquise sapphires in rub ...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Retro Oversized Gold, Citrine, and Turquoise Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
An oversized Retro gold, citrine, and turquoise cocktail ring comprised of a large emerald-cut citrine set horizontally and vertically flanked by two demi-lune angled panels of pavé ...
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1940s Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Citrine, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Art Deco Diamond Shield Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 4.75 Metal Type: 18K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.2 grams Diamond Details: .08ct, Natural Diamonds, Transitional European Cu...
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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White Gold

Cabochon garnet and diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1960.
Located in London, GB
Cabochon garnet and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to the centre with an oval carbuncle cabochon garnet in an open back raised rubover setting, encircled by a single row of thirty...
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1960s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

Aquamarine, diamond and synthetic ruby cocktail ring, circa 1945.
Located in London, GB
Aquamarine, diamond and synthetic ruby cocktail ring, circa 1945. A yellow gold ring set with one central octagonal emerald-cut aquamarine...
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1940s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1960s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Ruby And Sapphire Emerald Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.9 grams. Totally is diamond 0.15 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs clarity. Totally is emerald sapphire and emerald 1 ct. Ring size is U...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

French Retro 1960s 17.71 Carats Kunzite 18 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. A charming cocktail ring, its oval-shaped setting holds an oval kunzite with 6x2 claws. The ring is flat. Weight of the kunzite : 17....
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1960s French Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Kunzite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 1960s 14K Yellow Gold Jade and Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1960s Item Details: Ring Size: 5.75 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.6 grams Pearls: Cultured, Pinkish Luster, 8 stones, 2.25mm each Jade: Oval...
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1960s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 karat White gold and Opal Ring
Located in Jerusalem, IL
We have here for sale a ring made in the 1960's, in what can be called a mid century style. It is made in 18 karat White gold. The Ring has been acid tested to ascertain the quality ...
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1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

Andrew Grima Modernist Ring
Located in London, England
Iconic Modernist Ring by Andrew Grima. 20 carats Cushion Cut Brown Quartz in a 18K Gold textured graphic setting; Signed Grima Andrew Grima (31 May 1921 – 26 December 2007) was an ...
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1960s British Modernist Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 15k Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Carnelian Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold Round Carnelian circa 1950
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brilliant orange color - round Carnelian gemstone circa 1940-1950 pre-owned however in great shape. Weight: 8.5 grams 14k Rose Gold The Hand work is very visible. Finger size - will...
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1940s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Carnelian, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Mid Century Tourmaline Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Mid Century Tourmaline Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring. Featuring one oval mixed cut green tourmaline weighing approximately 6.70 carats. Accented by 28 transitional cut dia...
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1960s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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

Dramatic 18 karat Gold Cocktail ring with old cut European Diamonds
Located in Jerusalem, IL
A unique tank ring with a very substantial look, It is made in acid tested 18 karat white and yellow gold and is set with old European Cut Diamonds, the two central stones are 5 mm ,...
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1940s European Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Original Vintage England Platinum Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
On offer is a white gold Vintage Platinum Cocktail ring surrounded with 53 octagonal cut diamonds of approx. 0.60 ct in total of quality I/SI Gold content: Platinum 800 Weight: 8.9 ...
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1960s English Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

1960s Zolotas Greek 22 Karat Lion Head Gold Coktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
The Greek jewel house of Zolotas was founded in 1895 by Efthimios Zolotas, at Aiolou Street, in Athens, a family-run business that has continued through the decades of the 20th centu...
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1960s Greek Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold

Vintage Tourmaline and 9 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The gorgeous deep green tourmaline stone is set within four claws and measures 6carat. The ring is modelled in 9carat gold. Ring Size: T 1/2 or 9 3/4 Ston diameter: 12mm Weight: 5g
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1960s British Modern Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Tourmaline, Gold

Retro French Diamond 18k Rose Gold Platinum Tank Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro French Diamond 18k Rose Gold Platinum Tank Ring. Featuring two old European cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 0.50 carat, graded I color, SI1-SI2 clarity. A...
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1940s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Mid Century Diamond 14k Gold Two Tone Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Mid Century Diamond 14k Gold Two Tone Cocktail Ring. Featuring 25 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 1.70 car...
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1960s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18K yellow gold Ring with a Huge 37 carat Citrine
Located in Big Bend, WI
18K yellow gold ring featuring a large oval citrine weighing 37.31 carats. The citrine is freshly polished and has extra faceting. It has a golden orange-yellow color. The citrine me...
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1960s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1960s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.45 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L-Brown color and vs-s1-s2-s3-Pique1 clarity. Ring size is US 6.75 (We offer...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Deco gold ring with spinel, diamonds and sapphires, Hungary, 1940s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
An old gold ring in the geometric Art Deco style of the 1930s and 1940s. Origin: probably Hungary - Budapest A ring made of 18-carat yellow gold (0.75...
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1940s Hungarian Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Spinel, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Royal Blue No Heat Natural GIA Ceylon Sapphire 10.50cts Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Extra Clean Natural No Heat Sri Lanka GIA Oval Brilliant-cut Sapphire 10.50cttw Diamond Royal Ring. Presenting a beautiful Diamond Halo Lady-Diana style Cocktail Ring Handcrafted in Platinum. Centered by a GIA Certified Royal Blue Modified Brilliant Oval Cut Sri Lankan Natural No heat Sapphire...
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1960s Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1960s Vintage 2.80cts Marquises Diamond Platinum Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting a beautiful Dimond Ballerina Style Cocktail Ring forged in Platinum. The diamonds are natural Marquise diamonds surrounded by Tapered baguette diamonds around the center. ...
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1960s American Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

10K Yellow Gold 3.73 carat Peridot Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
10K yellow gold ring featuring an emerald cut peridot weighing 3.73 carats. The vibrant lime green peridot measures about 10mm x 8mm. The ring fits a size 6.75 finger, weighs 1.79dwt...
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1940s Modernist Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Peridot, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1960s 18k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Enamel Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 16.3 grams. Totally is diamond 1.35 carat. The diamond is has H-I color vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Ring size is US 7.5 (We offer free resizing) We can...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1940s European Art Deco 14k gold and diamond ring
Located in London, GB
This European Art Deco 14k gold ring dates back to 1940s. Its centre stone is 0.30 carat with a total of approximately 1.5 carats.
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1940s European Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Retro French Diamond Platinum 18k White Gold Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro French Diamond Platinum 18k White Gold Cluster Cocktail Ring. Featuring one old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.40 carat, graded F color, SI1 clarity. Accented by 28 single cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 1.00 carat, graded H-J color, VS-SI clarity. Crafted in platinum and 18 karat white gold with French hallmarks. Circa 1940. The ring is a size 4 ½ and may be resized. About this Item: Embrace the bold elegance of the 1940s with this retro diamond cluster cocktail...
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1940s Vintage Cocktail Rings

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

Sapphire and diamond cocktail ring, French, circa 1945.
Located in London, GB
Sapphire and diamond cocktail ring, French, circa 1945. A rose gold and platinum ring with heavy protruding bezel set with a horizontal double row of twelve round old cut sapphires i...
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1940s European Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Platinum

1940s 1.90 Carat Aquamarine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, own hallmark. Magnificent and original antique ring in gold, it is decorated on its top with a degrees- cut rectangular aquamarine. On both sides, the r...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1960s 8.08 Carats Purple Jelly Opal 18 K Rose Gold Retro Cocktail Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. An incredible vintage ring, its airy setting is formed of gold blades that end at the top with 4 spiked claws holding a translucent f...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Mid Century 1.18ctw Marquise Diamond & Sapphire Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
A vintage mid century marquise diamond and sapphire cocktail cluster ring in 14 karat yellow gold. Centering this unique ring is a 0.50 carat I color VS2 clarity marquise cut diamond...
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1940s Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

1960s European 18k gold, natural unheated ruby, diamond and onyx cocktail ring
Located in London, GB
This stunning 1960s cocktail ring is designed around a remarkable unheated natural ruby. It is adorned with onyx and diamonds and set in 18 k gold. It is a beauty to behold.
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1960s European Contemporary Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold

Retro Horovitz Alexandrie Turquoise Ring Ruby Diamond 18k Gold Vintage Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exuberant turquoise ring with diamond and ruby; signed by Horovitz. The head of the ring is crafted of turquoise cabochons mounted in a spiral pattern. The center of the spiral is a “crater” encrusted with Old European cut diamond, single cut diamonds and framed with tiny gold beads. There is a bigger diamond staged to the right side of the “crater”. Round cut rubies are bezel set between the turquoise cabochons, repeating the spiral pattern. The shank of the ring is accented with rubies as well. This vintage turquoise ring is a spectacular conversational piece. Despite carrying a big diamond, the ring is fun and edgy. Wear it as a cocktail ring or as your daily piece that reflects your personality. Made of 18 karat yellow and white gold, turquoise, diamonds and rubies, the Retro ring features an approximately 1.05-carat transitional Old European cut diamond (H color, SI1 clarity) accented with single cut diamonds (G-I color, VS clarity). Diamond total weight is approximately 5.74 carats. The diamonds are set in white gold which accentuates their whiteness. The rubies are round faceted, total weight approximately 2.39 carats. The vintage ring is size 6.25; can be re-sized. The ring top is 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) in diameter. Weight 16.7 grams. The Retro ring is stamped with Horovitz Alexandrie maker's marks. About Horovitz Jewelry: The history of Horovitz jewelry is rooted in the beginning of the 20th century in Alexandria. At that time, one of the leading jewelry dealers in Egypt was Wolf Horovitz (1883-1959). Originally Romanian, Horovitz based his business Bijouterie Horovitz in Alexandria. His élite jewelry clientele included the Royal courts of King Fouad I and King Farouk I. Horovitz earned his reputation as a prominent jeweler by dealing with the most important houses in Paris. His son, Theodore Horovitz, started his career as a jewelry maker at the age of 17. He was working in his father’s shop. Eventually Theodore opened his own atelier and ended up creating jewels for Alexandria’s nobility and making a crown for the Queen. After the overthrow of King Farouk in 1952, Horovitz moved to Geneva. There he became one of the finest jewelers in the city: the colleagues called him “a legendary godfather to Geneva’s gem-dealing community”. Today Horovitz jewelry is a rare find and the House pieces are sought-after by the jewelry experts. About Turquoise Jewelry: Turquoise, with its vibrant blue-green hues, has been a cherished gemstone for centuries. In vintage jewelry design, turquoise holds a special place. The name “turquoise” came from the French pierre tourques and translates as a “Turkish stone.” The mineral was first transported to the west through Turkey from mines in the historical Khorasan province of Iran (Persia) and Afghanistan. Pre-Columbian Native Americans mined the stone throughout nowadays. In all these cultures turquoise was considered as a protective stone for warriors and symbolized the connection to heaven. In the 17th century wearing turquoise jewelry was a must for a well-dressed gentleman. The stone was popular to the point when all the emeralds in the crown that Napoleon I gave Empress Marie Louise were replaced with Persian turquoise cabochons. Today Persian turquoise is beloved by jewelry aficionados for its warm, calming color. It may vary from sky-blue to green. As to the dark veins, it depends on your preferences and a certain piece. Some jewelry collectors prefer turquoise with a web pattern of matrix as it adds character to a piece. The versatility of turquoise allows it to be used into various designs. Smooth cabochon cut turquoise is a common choice for vintage jewelry. Beadwork is also a popular technique that showcases turquoise's unique color. Turquoise is often associated with the American Southwest, where Native American artisans have been using the stone for centuries. Vintage turquoise jewelry...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Turquoise, Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Buccellati Burmese Ruby Ring, Italian, circa 1940
Located in London, GB
Buccellati Burmese ruby ring. Set with an oval mixed cut natural unenhanced Burmese ruby in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 1.20 carats, to an impressive s...
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1940s Italian Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

20ct (14mm) Natural Mediterranean OxBlood Red Coral & Diamond Ring in 14K Gold.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This extraordinary piece of jewelry is handmade, of Italian provenance & dating from 1960's ~~~ It features a top quality natural Ox Blood Coral of deep intense vivid red colou...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold Pearl Ring
Located in Portland, England
This gorgeous and timeless pearl vintage ring set in 9ct yellow gold is hallmarked for London 1966. Delicate and soft cream pearl is standing out and it...
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1960s English Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Gold

French 1940s Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Characteristic of its era, this tank ring is set with a brilliant-cut diamond in the center on geometrical settings, with 2 openwork ...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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

Retro 20 Carat Coral & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This 1940s vintage late Art Deco-Retro era cocktail ring is a resplendent and glittering jewel. Featuring a large cabochon coral weighing over 20 carats, geometrically accented with sparkling natural diamonds. Natural Coral gemstones are held to the highest standards and characterized by its scarcity within the market. Expertly crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, look no further for an exquisite accessory for a mature and classic retro look. Condition: Very Good Era: Late Art Deco - Early Retro Year: 1935 - 1949 Metal: 18k Yellow & White Gold Center Gemstone: Natural Coral Carat Weight: 20 Carat Cut: Cabochon Color: reddish Orange Clarity: Opaque Additional Gemstones: 8 Diamonds = 0.24 Carat total Ring Size: 8.75 Rise Above Finger: 14 mm Ring Face: 21 mm W x 19 mm H Band Width: 2 mm Weight: 12 grams Graded by GIA standards Includes: Certified Appraisal $8,200. custom ring box, complimentary ring sizing...
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1940s Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise and Diamonds Ring
Located in London, England
Turquoise and Diamonds Ring 18K Gold, England, Circa 1960
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1960s British Modern Vintage Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k 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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