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Jewelry Type: Fashion Jewelry
Custom Made Genuine Pearl Sterling Silver and Gilt Silver Artisan Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Ourstanding Abstract Artisan Ring, Hand crafted in Oxidized Sterling Silver with 18K Gold plated stylized leaves and branches. Center Hand set with a large Baroque Genuine Pearl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Retro 18K Gold Cocktail Ring with Diamonds and Rubies - '40s
Located in Milano, IT
A bold expression of 1940s glamour, this Retro cocktail ring is crafted in richly polished 18K yellow gold, weighing an impressive 33.40 grams. Its dramatic fan-like design is set wi...
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Vintage 1940s Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Important Early Art Deco Trifari Suite
Located in New York, NY
Important Early Art Deco Trifari Suite composed of cuff, dress clip and cocktail ring. Each design centers around a large faux emerald and is studded wit...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Gilt Metal

Amazing Coral Claw Ring
Located in New York, NY
Amazing Coral Claw Ring from the 1970's with a massive white coral bead set in an 18k textured claw formed mount set with tiny diamond chips thro...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Aquamarine Cabochon Sterling Silver Ring
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind aquamarine cabochon sterling silver ring, hand made by jeweler Christopher Phelan. Aquamarine cabochon size 20 x 15 millimeter. Width...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Sterling Silver

Classy Certified natural pave diamond sunburst 925 silver wooden Cross Ring
Located in Delhi, DL
This smart wooden ring consists of; Diamond type- Natural pave diamonds Diamond origin- Natural earth mined Metal- Silver Metal purity- 925 silver Metal color- Oxidized silver
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2010s Indian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

2 Carat Oval Kunzite and Diamond Gold Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Oval Kunzite and Diamond Gold Vintage Solitaire Ring. Featuring a securely Hand set 2 Carat Oval Kunzite. Beautifully accented with Sparkling Diamon...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Kunzite, Gold

Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 925 Sterling Silver Sugar Stacking Rings
Located in London, GB
Set Of Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 925 Sterling Silver Sugar Stacking Rings Four stacking rings by Paloma Picasso made of 925 sterling silver setting with cushion cabochon cut gems...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Opal, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Marcasite and Black Marquise Cut Glass Statement Ring
Located in London, GB
Stylish sterling silver ring featuring ten black glass marquise cut stones, divided by a row of marcasites with fancy edge decoration. The silver has scratching as expected, the blac...
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Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Marcasite, Sterling Silver

1970's Enamel and Gold Buckle Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Enamel and Gold Buckle Ring from the 1970's in 14k gold with guilloche enamel in bronze. Unmarked but tested. Smaller size. Size 4. Buckl...
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Vintage 1970s American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Oscar de la Renta Botanical Scribble Flower Statement Ring in Silver, US Sz 4-8
Located in Milford, DE
Inspired by Oscar de la Renta's runway prints, this bold cocktail ring is molded into a gunmetal botanical scribble, in a modernist silver tone. • ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings

8.0 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Spinel Cubic Zirconia Sterling Silver Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
Striking ocean blue tones radiate from this stunning statement piece. Featuring a large 8.00ct light blue spinel emerald cut, with 0.32ct of round brilliant cuts on the shoulders, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Spinel, Platinum, Sterling Silver, Rhodium, Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Toi Et Moi 18k Gold Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The Van Cleef & Arpels Toi Et Moi ring is a striking piece crafted in 18k yellow gold, featuring two luminous pearls arranged with one slightly above the other for a distinctive and ...
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Late 20th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

2000s Chanel CC Monochrome Resin Logo Ring
Located in London, GB
A monochrome resin cocktail ring by Chanel for the 2008 Spring summer collection. The transparent resin is set around the classic interlocking CC initials, synonymous with the House ...
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Early 2000s French Dome Rings

Certified natural diamonds ruby sterling silver statement ring wedding ring
Located in Delhi, DL
The ring consists of; Diamond weight- 2.88cts Diamond type- Natural Rose cut diamonds Diamond origin- Natural earth mined Metal- Silver Metal purity- 925 silver Metal color- Oxidized...
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2010s Indian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver

6.9 Carat Garnet Vertical Cocktail Ring for Women Gift in 925 Silve
Located in New York, NY
6.9 Carat Garnet Vertical Cocktail Ring in sterling silver. You shall need these cocktail ring to make a statement with your look. These cocktail ring create a sparkling, luxurious l...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver

Parure Chanel Set Golden CC clips on earrings and Ring TDD52 US6 set
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel fashion jewelry set composed of a ring and a pair of earrings in lightly gilded and shaped metal, with the CC logo motif, the ring with a...
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Early 2000s French Cocktail Rings

Chanel Haute Couture Runway Fluorite Ring. Spring/Summer 2000
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unusual ring made for Chanel Haute Couture runway presentation for Spring Summer 2000. A massive emerald cut fluorite is mounted into a large sterling silver shank very reminiscent of the work of jeweler Tina Chow.
Made for Karl Lagerfeld by Ibu Poilane, the jeweler and owner of Ibu Gallery in the Palais Royale. The languid silk satin Chanel...
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Early 2000s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Fluorite, Silver, Sterling Silver

1 Carat Oval Amethyst Gold Solitaire Dome Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Amethyst Dome Gold Solitaire Ring. Featuring a securely nestled 1 Carat Oval Amethyst. Hand crafted 18K White Gold mounting. Measuring approx. 0.92" l x 0.90" w x ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise set 'Begum' Ring
Located in London, GB
Set with a round Turquoise cabochon within a fluted mount, the Begum Ring is fabulously decadent & luxurious - it is impossible not to want a cocktail while wearing it. Drawing insp...
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2010s European Cocktail Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Gold Plate, Brass

Vintage Mauboussin 18k Gold Sugarloaf Tourmaline Diamond Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Mauboussin 18k gold ring from the 1980s showcases the brand’s dedication to bold yet refined designs. Weighing 10.5 grams, the ring is size 7 and can be resized. Its dim...
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Vintage 1980s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

White Gold Modernist Ring, Diamond Accents
Located in New York, NY
White Gold Modernist Ring with Diamond Accents from the 1950's. Great as a stackable with a pointed design which is accented in 9 diamonds along the edg...
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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bijoux Num Faux Diamond Sterling Silver Wide Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bijoux Num Sterling Silver Faux Diamond Wide Ring This bold wide band ring features 102pcs of top quality round simulated diamond cubic zirconia, handset in platinum rhodium plated ...
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2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Other, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Platinum

Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring set with Black and Citrine Faceted Glass
Located in London, GB
Wonderful sterling silver ring set with black and citrine faceted glass. Ring size UK N 1/2, US 6 3/4, and measuring inside diameter approximately 1.8 cm / .7 inch. The glass stones ...
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Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Double Ribbed Pearl Domed Cocktail Statement Ring
Located in Milford, DE
Gold shine and faux pearl on this domed cocktail ring for a touch of sophisticated flair! By Kenneth Jay Lane. Adjustable sizes 5 to 8.5 Gold plated. Tags, Marks, Hallmarks: KJL
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2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

10 Carat Amethyst and Diamond Gold Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Oval Amethyst and RBC Diamond Gold Vintage Ring. Centering a Securely Hand set 10 Carat Oval Amethyst. Accented on either side of shank with Round Brilliant Cut Dia...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Large Purple Trillion Crystal Ring 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
The most mesmerising Vintage YSL Trillion Ring. In 1961, following his time as Dior's Art Director, Yves Saint Laurent launched his namesake couture label. His fearless approach to blurring the lines between men and women's fashions set him apart. In 1966 he launched his tailored Tuxedo and 'Le Smoking' was born. Like his couture counterparts, YSL's jewellery was key to completing his looks. Vintage YSL Jewellery is strong on style with exceptional craftsmanship. Crafted in bronzed metal and set with the most impressive amethyst trillion...
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Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

11.19 Carat Oval Kunzite and Diamond Gold Statement Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Oval Kunzite and Diamond Gold Ring. Featuring a securely Hand set 11.19 Carat Oval Kunzite. Accented either side by Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.09t...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Panetta Amythest Brutalist Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Panetta Artisan style Brutalist ring with raw amythest geode and abstract prongs with tiny pave accents. Large scale cocktail ring set in sterling vermeil. 1970's USA. Signed Pane...
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Vintage 1970s American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

AJD Striking Sterling Silver ring with 14K accents and pinkish red Topaz
Located in Raleigh, NC
Striking Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring with Cushion Cut Pinkish Red Topaz and 14K Yellow Gold Bezel – Size 6 This striking cocktail ring features a substantial sterling silver band,...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Topaz, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

5.65 ct Citrine Sunshine Baguette Cut Ring in 925 Solid Silver for Women Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
5.65 ct Citrine Sunshine Baguette Cut Ring in sterling silver. You shall need these cocktail ring to make a statement with your look. These cocktail ring create a sparkling, luxuriou...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Silver, Sterling Silver

Maltese Cross Diamond Gold Unisex Vintage Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Awesome! Maltese Cross Pave Diamond Gold Ring. Centering Securely Hand set 0.60tcw Single Cut Diamonds in Maltese Cross design. Hand crafted 18K Yellow Gold mounting. Measurin...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pave Diamond Buckle Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Awesome Diamond Buckle Gold Ring. Pave Hand set with Diamonds, weighing approx. 1.70tcw. Hand crafted 14K White Gold mounting. Ring size 10.25, we offer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian style uncut rose cut diamond emerald 925 silver statement ring
Located in Delhi, DL
This stunning old Victorian finish ring is one of its kind. It consists of: Diamond- Natural Uncut and rose cut diamond Diamond color- Tinted yellow Metal- Silver Metal purity- 925 s...
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2010s Asian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver

Arts and Crafts Chrysoprase and Enamel Gold Solitaire Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Arts & Crafts Chrysoprase and Enamel Gold Solitaire Ring. Centering a Chrysoprase, measuring approx. 1.1” l x 0.8” w. Enamel accents add a hint of richness ...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Grass Green Cabochon Statement Cocktail Ring, Size 6
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Vintage Grass Green Cabochon Stone Statement Chunky Cocktail Monderist Elegant Ring, Size 6, Gold Plated Very rare to find this colour. Good condition. S...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold Plate

Miriam Haskell Pearl and Rose Montees Ring
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell rare Nail head baroque pearl cocktail ring in signature Russian and silver gilt metal with hand sewn crystal rose montees on gilt filigrees. Adjustable band. H .7...
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Vintage 1950s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Modern 18k yellow gold ring with an emerald-cut pink Tourmaline
Located in Antwerp, BE
The ring features an emerald cut pink Tourmaline (6 x 4 mm), all elegantly set in 18K yellow gold. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted in Antwerp by seasoned and highly skilled a...
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2010s Belgian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blush Red Zircon and Baguette Diamond Twin Toi et Moi Bypass Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful 'Toi et Moi' Crossover Diamond and Blush Red Zircon Ring. Hand set with two Blush Red Zircon Gemstones, weighing 3.05tcw and baguette Diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Zircon, Platinum

1990s Pair of Bronze Onyx and Carnelian Italian Cocktail Rings by Anomis
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Two cocktail rings designed and manufactured in Italy by Anomis, they are in Bronze, one with Onyx round cabochon, the other one it's with a round carnelian. they arenunique pieces ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Onyx, Bronze

Swarovski Amethyst Double Circle Crystal Octagonal Cocktail Chunky Ring, Size 55
Located in Wokingham, England
Swarovski Amethyst Purple Double Circle Crystals Octagonal Cocktail Chunky Statement Ring Size 55 Very excellent condition. Come with original box and certificate. 100% Genuine. Si...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Silver Plate

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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Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

14K Gold Topaz Crown Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 14K Gold Topaz Crown Cocktail Ring, a stunning and opulent piece that exudes glamour and luxury. This exquisite ring, crafted in the 1980s, showcases a regal design with a 14k yellow gold band that elegantly cradles a large 40-carat brown topaz stone...
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Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Topaz, 14k Gold

Art Deco Ruby-Toned 14k Gold Plated Carved Detail Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Make a statement with this exquisite Art Deco Ruby-Toned 14k Gold Plated Carved Detail Cocktail Ring. Featuring a striking diamond-shaped ruby rhinestone centerpiece, this piece exem...
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Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

10 Carat Coral Solitaire Retro Gold Cocktail Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful and Stylish Coral Yellow Gold Retro Solitaire Cocktail Ring. Center securely set with a 10 Carat Cabochon Coral. Beautifully Hand crafted 18K yellow Gold mounting. D...
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Late 20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.49 Carat East West Green Tourmaline and Diamond Vintage Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed 3.49 Carat East West Green Tourmaline and Diamond Hand-Crafted Show Stopper Platinum Ring. Centering an Awesome 3.49 Carat Green Tourmaline, Hand se...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline

Jade and Gold Modernist Ring
Located in New York, NY
Jade and 18k Gold Modernist Ring with Art Deco overtones. The mottled nephrite jade plaque is held by two large ribbed Deco panels, suspended over a he...
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

Faux Green Emerald Ice CZ and Faux Pearl Gilded Sterling Silver 925 Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Awesome! Faux Green Emerald, Sparkling Ice CZ and Faux Pearl Gilt Sterling Silver Ring. Encrusted with pave Hand set sparkling Green Emeralds, Sparkling Ice CZ and Faux Pearl ...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

French Art Deco Faux Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Lovely French Art Deco Faux Sapphire Ring set in sterling with oval cut pastes. Substantial bombe cocktail ring design with oval cut pastes hand set over...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Swarovski Luxury Dark Green Crystals Chunky Nirvana Cocktail Ring Size 50 - 55
Located in Wokingham, England
Swarovski Luxury Dark Green Crystals Chunky Nirvana Halo Cocktail Ring, Size 50 - 55 In excellent condition. With original box, certificate and tag. 100% Genuine. It is inspired by...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Rhodium

CZ by KJL, Cubic Zirconia Rhodium Plated Cluster Cocktail Ring, Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A dazzling cocktail ring by Kenneth Jay Lane. Features a elevated prong-set centerpiece cubic zirconia in sapphire blue, surrounded by clear pear shaped zirconia gems. Smaller crysta...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Zircon

Vintage Philippe Ferrandis Red & White Crystal Cocktail Ring 1990s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Philippe Ferrandis Ring. Featuring a huge top lavishly set with ruby and white crystals in fancy cuts in a fancy silver tone setting. Very good condition. Signed. Approx UK...
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20th Century Cocktail Rings

Mid Century Modern Carved Jade Gold Solitaire Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Carved Jade Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a Hand set securely nestled Oval Carved Jade. Hand crafted 14K Yellow Gold mounting. Approx. Dimensions of the ring: 1.22"...
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.70 Carat Oval Pink Sapphire and Diamond Solitaire Gold Vintage Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Ring Simply Beautiful! Solitaire Vintage Solitaire Oval Pink Sapphire and Diamond Gold Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 1.70 Carat Oval Pink Sapphire. Surrounded by Diamon...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Lapis 14k Gold Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Complete your collection with this beautiful lapis cocktail ring! Circa mid-20th century, this ring is 14k Gold with a large oval lapis stone resting in a center prong setting. Frami...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Turquoise Cabochon Enamel Dots Chunky Ring, Size 7
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Vintage Unisex Turquoise Light Green Cabochon Enamel Dots Chunky Statement Cocktail Ring, Size 7, Gold Tone Very good condition. Some scratches or colour...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold Plate

1990s Large 18k Gold Plated Linear Synthetic Crystal 5-Row Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step back into the glamorous 1990s with this stunning Large 18k Gold Plated Linear Synthetic Crystal 5-Row Cocktail Ring. The ring features an eye-catching design, where five rows of...
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Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Vintage 9.64 Carat Dragon Skin Turquoise and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage 9.64 Carat Dragon Skin Turquoise and Diamond Gold Ring Simply Beautiful! Dragon Skin Turquoise and Diamond Ring, securely centered by a Cabochon Turquoise, weighing approx. 9...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Cabochon Navy Enamel Black Dots Statement Ring, US 5
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Vintage Unisex Cabochon Navy Blue Enamel Black Dots Statement Chunky Cocktail Ring, US 5, Gold Tone Front side is excellent, colour loss at back and band...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Vintage Panetta Cocktail Ring with a huge blue rhinestone 60/70s US, 6.4 size
Located in Stuttgart, DE
a great cocktail ring by Panetta from the 1970s/80s USA. With a large cut blue rhinestone surrounded by small stones. Laterally blue enamel work and many rhinestones. gold plated Si...
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Vintage 1960s American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Fashion Jewelry: Antique and Vintage Cocktail Rings for Sale

Shopping for cocktail rings in the collection of fashion jewelry on 1stDibs?

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.

For enthusiasts of costume jewelry, which is typically designed to accessorize with current fashions and made of inexpensive materials, there has been no shortage of coveted cocktail rings created over the years by the likes of J DauphinMiriam Haskell, Kenneth Jay Lane, Elsa Schiaparelli and others. A range of fashion rings created in ceramic or embellished with rhinestones — the latter a source of instant, affordable glamour — have also been designed at Chanel. The founder of the internationally revered luxury house, Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, loved costume jewelry but couldn’t resist designing jewelry with diamonds.

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.

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 in our collection of fashion jewelry, 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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