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Cocktail Rings For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: Early 1900s
Estate 2 Carat Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
Beautiful and important 18K Yellow and White Gold Cocktail Ring centered with a Sparkling Oval cut Natural Unheated Ruby weighing 2 carat. It is set with fine Round brilliant and Bag...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage Red Carpet Sapphire and Diamond Butterfly Gold and Silver Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Sapphire and Diamond Butterfly Gold and Sterling Silver Statement Ring. Featuring a Hand set Blue Sapphire Butterfly, approx. 0.22tcw and accented w...
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Late 20th Century Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Marquis Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
A cluster of eight rose cut diamonds, .33 carats total weight, set in fourteen karat antique yellow gold with a regal marquis shape create this circa 1900 ring. In size 10 and resiza...
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Early 1900s American Antique Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Lapis Lazuli Ring 18k Yellow Gold Sz 5.75 Cocktail Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish lapis lazuli cocktail ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s). Cabochon cut lapis lazuli measures 13mm x 10mm. The lapis is in very good condition and f...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Two Tone Cushion Aquamarine Diamond Large Cocktail Ring 23.10cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Now this ring is fabulously made. It is done in 18K yellow and white gold and centered by an approximately 20ct cushion cut aquamarine (17.82x15.58x10.18). Bead set down all sides of...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970s Gold and Diamond Feather Design Domed Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finley crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.00 carats. Circa 1970s Size 6 1/2, resizable
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1970s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian 14K White Gold Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian diamond filigree ring in 14K white gold centering one bezel set, old mine cut diamond weighing 0.45 ct. with L-M color and SI-1 clarity. Enhanced by 14 bead set, rose c...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pink sapphire and diamond cluster ring.
Located in London, GB
Pink sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape brilliant cut natural unenhanced pink Mozambique sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate ...
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1960s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold

Estate NOVA 18K Baguette Round Diamond Tall Wave Twist Ring 2cttw G Vs Sz 6.5
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A uniquely designed and well executed cocktail ring done in 18K yellow gold by NOVA STYLES and set with approximately 2cttw in round and tapered baguette diamonds. All stones are a ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Burmese sapphire five stone ring, circa 1925.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Burmese sapphire five stone ring. Set with five rectangular step-cut natural unenhanced Burmese sapphires in open back rubover settings with a combined approximate weight of...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Platinum

20 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine & Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful blue aquamarine and diamond cocktail ring crafted in 14 karat white gold. The emerald cut aquamarine weighs approximately 20 carats and the 6 round brilliant cut diamond ac...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold 1.8 Carat Emerald & 1.0 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Beautifully Hand Crafted 18k Solid White Gold Green Emerald & Diamond Ring. Incredible Craftsmanship, Very Well Made. Approximately 1.8 Carat Cabochon Green Emerald. Approximately 1....
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1980s European Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Unusual Coral Scarab Ring
Located in Riverdale, NY
Unusual Coral Scarab Ring from the 1920's. Beautifully carved antique 19th Century Italian coral carving set in the early part of the 20th Century referencing the Egyptian Revival st...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Lapis Lazuli Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Lapis, emerald, and diamond cocktail ring crafted in 18 karat white gold. The cocktail ring features a cabochon lapis lazuli gemstone, 52 round brilliant cut diamonds, and a row of e...
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Late 20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid Century 9 Karat Gold Peridot Seed Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Mid Century cocktail ring crafted in 9K yellow gold. Circa 1950. The piece features: - 4 peridots (oval cut) - 5 seed pearls Weight: 4.58g Size: 15.75 (US 5) IMPORTANT:...
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Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.1 grams. Diamond is totally about 2.20 carat. The diamond is has G-H-I color and s1-s2-s3. Ring size is US 7 We can make any size. Box is n...
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Early 1900s Asian Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Vintage Retro 14K Rose Fancy Marquise Cut Aquamarine Ruby Ring 4.80cttw Sz 4
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A pretty little retro ring crafted in 14K rose gold and centered by an approximately 4.40ct uniquely cut marquise shaped aquamarine flanked by approximately .40cttw in natural, brig...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Ruby

Art Deco Emerald Diamond Platinum Engagement Cocktail Dinner Ring
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Stunning authentic Art Deco ring rendered n luxurious platinum... An Art Deco diamond, emerald, onyx and platinum ring, the navette form design, featuring 7 old European-cut diamon...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Ring with ruby and diamonds 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with silver ring set with ruby ​​and old mine cut diamond. 1.60ct - F, G/H - SI - ring size U.S. 6.5 - EU. 17 (53) detailed description: the top of the ring is 3.1 ...
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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.3 grams. Totally is diamond 1 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J color and s1-s2-s3-Pique1-2 clarity. Ring size is US 6.7 We can make any size. B...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Vintage Circa 1960s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.8 grams. Totally is diamond 0.50 carat.. The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.20 carat. Ring size is US 6....
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1960s European Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Emerald Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Vibrant emerald ribbons cross atop of the diamond covered eighteen karat 18K white gold filigree head of this stunning Art Deco style ring making it a great choice for antique style ...
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1920s American Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco 12 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Sapphire Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
Art Deco style ring set in the center with a stunning Aquamarine weighing 11,54 carats graded AAA, and surrounded by approx. 0.50 carat of custom cut Sapphires and 0.65 ct of round b...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage French Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage French Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring three old European cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 1.00 carat, graded near-colorless, SI1-I1 clarity. Cra...
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1970s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco 18K Gold and Platinum Ring with Aquamarine and Diamonds
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique Art Deco gold ring with aquamarine and diamonds. Made of 18-karat yellow gold and platinum. Aquamarine in a vivid, light blue color about 0.80ct surrounded by old European c...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum Burma Star Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring - AGL
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Burma Star Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring. This incredible Art Deco cocktail ring is crafted in platinum. The center holds a gorgeous star ruby th...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum

Classic Rodholite with Diamond Accents 14k Yellow Gold Ring For Women/Girls
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique Ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace Ring. The 14K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts with Emerald-Cut Rodholite (1 pcs) 1.25...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Onyx Diamond Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Sz 7.75 Elonged Square Cocktail
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish onyx & diamond ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s to 1980s). Diamonds total an estimated 0.30 carats (estimated at H-I color and SI1-I1 clarity). Onyx measur...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 10 grams. Totally is diamond 2 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is emerald 5 ct. Ring size is US 10 We can mak...
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1990s European Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Sapphires Diamonds Rose Gold and Silver Cocktail 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

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Circa 1900s 12k Gold Top Sılver Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Jade Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.35 ct. Ring size is US 8.75 We can make any size. Box is not included. Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, Silver

Edouard Nahum Paris 18k gold and diamond Baroque revival ring
By EDOUARD NAHUM
Located in London, GB
This striking Edouard Nahum ring is made of 18k gold and diamonds in the Baroque revival style. It is an unusual piece and in spite of its size most comfortable to wear.
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1980s French Baroque Revival Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Aquamarine And Brilliant Cut Diamond Fench Platinum Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Vintage platinum ring made in france 1970s centered with round natural aquamarine stone flaked with baguet cut diamonds H color white vvs clearity estimate diamond weight 1 carat rin...
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1970s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Vintage 1.25CT Diamond & Turquoise 18K Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 18KT yellow gold vintage turquoise ring dates from the 1960s. The center turquoise measures approximately 9.5mm x 8.5mm and is surrounded by approximately 1.25CT round diamonds,...
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1960s Modern Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Art Deco ring with emeralds and diamonds, UK, 1930s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco platinum ring made in the United Kingdom in circa 1930s. Decorated with central old European cut diamond 0.38ct ( G / SI2 ) and 26 carre cut emeralds about 0,12ct and 16 sma...
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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Cabochon Pink Tourmaline Ring Square Cocktail Estate 18k Yellow Gold Sz 6 Maz
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish Maz pink tourmaline ring crafted in 18k yellow gold. Cabochon cut pink tourmaline measures 13mm diameter. The tourmaline is in very good condition and free of cracks or chi...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Smokey Topaz Floral Burst 10 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
A six carat smoky topaz creates the warm center of this floral burst framed with pretty ten carat 10K yellow gold petals. The fantasy-cut, mocha colored round topaz stone measures 11...
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1960s American Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Topaz, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.1 grams. Totally is diamond about 0.35 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.40 ct. Ring size is US 6 We...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.7 grams. Totally is diamond 1.80 ct. The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity. Ring size is US 6.25 We can make any size. Box is not...
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1990s European Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Australian Opal Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.25 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs-vs clarity. Ring size is US 6.5 (We offer free resizing) We can make...
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1990s European Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Certified French Chaumet Toi Et Moi Platinum Art Deco Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Elegant Toi et Moi Ring, a sophisticated blend of timeless elegance and modern allure. Crafted in platinum, this ring features two stunning fine white pearl...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Platinum

Nardi Venice Turbante Gemstone Ring, 18KT Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This signature Turban ring from Nardi Venice features a Moorish style turban crafted in sterling silver and 18KT yellow gold and surrounded by multi-color, flush-set gemstones. Atop ...
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1990s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

18k Yellow Gold Three-Row Twisted Rope, Mid Size Statement Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A shrimp style 18 karat yellow gold statement ring comprised of three rows of twisted rope design in a high dome. Tapers in width from 7/8 of an inch at the widest point in front dow...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Navajo Black Opal Ring 14 Karat Signed LS Larry Sandoval Native American
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning and very rare Black Opal ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold by the Navajo artist Larry Sandoval and signed with his LS signature. The larg...
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20th Century American Native American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.50 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.40 ct. Ring size is US 6.7 We ca...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique Burmese Ruby And Diamond Russian Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique imperial russian era 1910s 14k gold ring centered with 1 natural burmese ruby stone pigeoun blood color flanked with old mine cut diamonds estimate weight 1 carat H color whi...
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Early 1900s Antique Cocktail Rings

Representative 2.50 ct Emerald Diamond Ring of a special kind 18 kt 22x23 mm
Located in Viena, Viena
Italian way of life, a representative emerald diamond ring of a special kind, looks beautiful on the hand, 32 full-cut diamonds set in leaf-shaped settings totaling approx. 0.40 ct, ...
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1990s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Circa 1960 Citrine Diamond and 18KT Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Wheaton, IL
This mid-century cocktail ring is a unique blend of design and craftsmanship. Its distinctive three-dimensional Bombay or Dome-style design is a testament to its exclusivity, sure to...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald big Cat Ring 18 kt White Gold 0.25 ct beautifully designed
Located in Viena, Viena
an emerald big cat ring in 750 white gold, partially gold-plated, beautifully designed with lots of zirconia setting for a lot of bling, with carre-shaped emerald in beautiful color ...
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1990s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

10.0ct Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, Switzerland. This gorgeous sixties ring is set with a fine deep blue 10.0-carat aquamarine framed by six brilliant white diamonds (H color, SI1 clarity). Its refine...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds Sapphires Topaz Tsavorite Rose Gold Crown 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

Materials

Topaz, Tsavorite, 14k Gold

AGL Certified 6.07 Carat No Heat Burma Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Ridgewood, NJ
This Cabochon Ruby is a rare beauty. It is from Burma and has not been heat treated, unlike most rubies. This gem weights 6.05 carats, and is accompanied by a AGL certificate. Crafte...
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1960s Burmese Contemporary Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Platinum

Vintage 12.40ct Emerald Cut Natural Citrine Cocktail Ring, 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A Retro-style ring showcasing a vintage 12.40-carat prong-set emerald-cut natural citrine, exuding warmth and charm. The center stone is flanked by three old mine-cut diamonds set ge...
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Modernist Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Basket Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a turquoise cabochon measuring 11.0 mm round Opaque Robin's egg blue with black matrix throughout Prong set in a stylized radial wire basket Flanked by pierced looping sho...
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1960s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emeral cut Amethyst with Enamel Flowers in 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Bilbao, ES
Beautiful Amethyst and flower enamel 18k yellow gold ring Central Amethyst 20ct and 16 diamonds aprox. 0.24ct colour H, VS purity Irama Pradera is a dynamic and outgoing designer fr...
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Late 20th Century Spanish Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Estate 18K Emerald Cut Sapphire Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring GIA 6.30cttw Sz 7
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A brilliant ring holding a brilliant stone. This ring is done in 18K yellow gold holding and approximately 3.90ct emerald cut sapphire exhibiting beautiful color and completely loup...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Cocktail Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.45 ct. The diamond is has G-H-I color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Ring size is US 5.25 We can make any size. Box i...
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1970s Turkish Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Edwardian Platinum and Diamond Ring, c. 1915.
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique Edwardian platinum and diamond ring, circa 1915. In fine condition this filigree platinum ring centers two European cut diamonds. The well matched stones are estimated to be ...
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1910s North American Edwardian Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 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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