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Jewelry Type: Fashion Jewelry
Royal Ring Natural uncut diamonds sterling silver Blue Sapphire statement ring
Located in Delhi, DL
Stunning diamond sterling silver ring consists of :
Metal- Silver
Metal Purity- sterling silver
Color of metal- Yellow gold plating
Diamond- Natural uncut diamonds and rose cut dia...
Category
2010s Indian Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Ring in 14KY Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring has a 14.5x7.5 vibrant Ethiopian Opal with 14 brilliant cut round diamonds on the side and along the shank. The Opal is 4 prong set in 14K yellow gold. This beautiful ring will be the talk of your special event. This ring will be shipped in a beautiful box...
Category
2010s Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Clear Pink Statement Chunky Cabochon Gold Ring, US 5
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. Vintage. Rare to find.
Come with original box and pouch. 100% genuine.
UK J 1/2.
Signed on the back YSL, Made in France.
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Great for everyday wea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gold Plate
Snake 18K Gold Plated Ring Encrusted With White Topaz
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Snake 18K Gold Plated Ring Encrusted With White Topaz
18k Gold-Plated
Adjustable Ring Size
Made in Italy
Weight: 17 g
Length of Snake: 2 inches
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage Boucheron Ring 18k Gold Chrysoprase Coral
By Boucheron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A colorful Boucheron ring made of 18k gold, features chrysoprase and coral.
The gem and the coral are both cabochon cut, set one above another. The double shank design provides to th...
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Amethyst Purple Cabochon Chunky Silver Ring, Size 6
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. Signed at the rear. Rare to find this colour.
Signed on the back YSL, Made in France.
UK L/M.
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Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Materials
Silver Plate
LALIQUE Vintage Crystal Ondine Tank Ring
By Lalique
Located in Nice, FR
LALIQUE vintage crystal Ondine water nymph tank ring.
Embossed LALIQUE.
Indicative measurements : inner circumference approx. 5.03 cm (1.98 inches).
Material : Gold tone metal har...
Category
20th Century French Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gilt Metal
GUCCI Alessandro Michele gold lion purple crystal oversized cocktail ring Sz0
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Alessandro Michele gold lion purple crystal oversized cocktail ring Sz0
Reference: BSHW/A00123
Brand: Gucci
Designer: Alessandro Michele
Material: Metal, Plastic
Color: Purple,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gold
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Blue Black Clear Icy Cabochon Statement Ring, US 8
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Lights scratches at back, barely noticeable.
Vintage. 100% genuine. Rare to find this colour and size.
UK size: Q.
Signed on the back YSL, Made in France.
_...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Materials
Silver Plate
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Navy Cabochon Blue Statement Chunky Ring, US 7, Gold
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Vintage. Light scratches or colour loss at back, barely noticeable. 100% genuine.
UK size: N/O.
Signed on the back YSL, Made in France.
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Great for ever...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gold Plate
GUCCI Alessandro Michele black velvet colorful crystals oversized cocktail ring
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Alessandro Michele black velvet colorful crystals oversized cocktail ring
Reference: BSHW/A00121
Brand: Gucci
Designer: Alessandro Michele
Material: Metal, Velvet
Color: Black,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings
10 carat Emerald and Diamond 18K Yellow and White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Statement ring has a 12.5x13mm emerald cut Zambian Emerald with 8 prong setting in 18 karat white and yellow gold. There are top quality sparkling brilliant cut diamond...
Category
2010s Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver Natural Blue Sapphire and Ruby Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing our Blue Sapphire and Ruby Ringwith Diamonds! Crafted with exquisite detail in sterling silver. This genuine blue sapphire and ruby ring with diamond embodies elegance an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
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 throughout. Size 6. Bead 20mm. 1970's It...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Size 8 White Gold Antique Ring With 10 Tiny Diamonds For Men
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Step into the world of timeless masculinity with this distinguished White Gold Antique Ring designed for men. Crafted to perfection, this ring, si...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold Vermeil on Sterling Silver Rhinestone Cocktail Ring circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Stunning gold vermeil on sterling silver cocktail ring, set with beautiful marquise and round rhinestones, and a lovely centre emerald green square rhinestone. Ring size UK K 1/2, ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
ArtDeco Marcasite&Pyrite Sparkly SterlingSilver GeometricWideFiligree Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Encrusted with mixed-cut pyrite and marcasite stones for gold and silver reflections, this extremely-sparkly double-rimmed wide thick sterling-silver ring was designed by an artisan ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Marcasite, Pyrite, Sterling Silver
Tiger's Eye set 'Urchin' Ring
Located in London, GB
Claw Set with a beautiful cushion shape cabochon Tiger Eye, the Urchin Ring is guaranteed to turn heads and cause comment - perfect worn day or night.
Ins...
Category
2010s European Cocktail Rings
Materials
Tiger's Eye, Gold Plate, Brass
Vintage Star Pattern Custom Calibre Ruby Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Star Pattern Custom Calibre Ruby Gold Ring. Star pattern Hand set with Custom Calibre Rubies, weighing approx. 0.83tcw. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, 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 ...
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Marcasite, Onyx, Sterling Silver
13 ct Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Ring in 14KW Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Statement ring has a 12.91 ct pear shape Ethiopian Opal with a swirl of 21 brilliant cut round diamonds elegantly crossing the stone. The Opal is 4 prong set in 14K whi...
Category
2010s Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Through Dimensions (Australian Opal, Sterling Silver Ring) by Ken Fury
By Ken Fury
Located in Queens, NY
Through Dimensions is a one-of-a-kind ring by Ken Fury that is hand-carved and cast in sterling silver and features a rare genuine Australian opal doublet stone.
Ring Size: 9
Hand-...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Materials
Opal, Sterling Silver
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Black Chunky Statement Cabochon Silver Ring Size 8
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Rare to find.
Vintage. 100% genuine.
UK size: Q.
Signed on the back YSL, Made in France.
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Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautifu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gold Plate
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Navy Cabochon Blue Statement Chunky Ring, US 7, Gold
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Vintage. Light scratches or colour loss at back, barely noticeable. 100% genuine.
UK size: N/O.
Signed on the back YSL, Made in France.
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Great for ever...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gold Plate
Sterling Baroque Fresh Water Pearl Artisan Ring Size 9 21st c
Located in University City, MO
Sterling baroque fresh water pearl artisan ring size 9
The unique artisan ring is adorned with a large scale lustrous baroque
fresh water pearl
The...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
David Webb Inspired Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald and Diamond 1960s Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the David Webb Inspired Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, and Diamond 1960s Ring, a magnificent piece that exudes timeless glamour and captures the es...
Category
Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
White Onyx Chiselled Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
Set with a lustrous oval cabochon White Onyx within a 'chiselled' mount, this is a wonderfully simple yet striking ring - it would look great worn day or night and would not look out...
Category
2010s British Cocktail Rings
Materials
Onyx, Gold Plate, Brass
1970s Native American Silver Onyx Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1970s Native American Silver Onyx Ring—a stunning cocktail ring that captures the essence of timeless elegance and Native American craftsm...
Category
Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings
Materials
Onyx, Silver
1990s Carnelian Cabochon and Brass Italian Ring and Earrings by Anomis
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A never worn parure composed by a ring and a pair of earrings designed and manufactured in Italy by Anomis,
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Carnelian, Brass
Synthetic 25 Carat Rectangular Step Cut Emerald Diamond Ring by Clive Kandel
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Costume Jewelry Amazing faux 25-carat rectangular step-cut man-made emerald made of the finest green
natural material faux emerald set with half moons on either side se...
Category
2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald
NO RESERVE 3ct Rectangle Red Garnet Cocktail Ring
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Indulge in the captivating allure of our 3-carat Rectangle Red Garnet Cocktail Ring surrounded by Sparkling Genuine White Zircon. This exquisi...
Category
2010s African Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Garnet, Zircon, Platinum, Sterling Silver
GUCCI Alessandro Michele pink velvet distressed silver oversized cocktail ring
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Alessandro Michele pink velvet distressed silver oversized cocktail ring
Reference: BSHW/A00122
Brand: Gucci
Designer: Alessandro Michele
Material: Metal, Velvet
Color: Pink, S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings
Statement 5.1 Carats Smoky Topaz and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing our Statement 5.1 Carats Smoky Topaz and Diamond Cocktail Ring! Crafted with exquisite detail in sterling silver. This genuine smoky topaz and diamond ring embodies elega...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 7.5 Carat Oval Morganite and Diamond Solitaire Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Solitaire 7.5 Carat Oval Brilliant Morganite and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a Hand set securely nestled 7.5 Carat Oval Brilliant Morganite. Enhan...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970 18K Princess Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Wow! This timeless 18K HGE princess cocktail ring is going to become your new favorite going out ring! 18K HGE is offset by a stunning arrangement of circle c...
Category
Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings
Chanel Gold Pearl Heart Ring with CC Charm size 6
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Gold Pearl Heart Ring is in excellent condition. From the Spring 2002 Collection. Size 6. Faux pearls in a heart shape with d...
Category
Early 2000s French Cocktail Rings
Art Deco 14k White Gold Victorian 12 Diamonds Cocktail Ring for Women Size 5.75
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Step into the elegance and sophistication of a bygone Victorian era with this enchanting antique Art Deco ring. Immerse yourself in the intricate craftsmanship and timeless beauty of...
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 13.65 Carat Rose Quartz Heart and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Heart Shape Pink Quartz and Diamond Solitaire Gold Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 13.65 Carat Pink Quartz, surrounded by Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.5...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1ct Oval Natural Blue Topaz Cocktail Ring
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Indulge in the captivating allure of our 1-carat Oval Natural Blue Topaz Cocktail Ring. This exquisite piece marries the purity of simplicity with the brilliance of a genuine blue to...
Category
2010s African Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Zircon, Platinum, Sterling Silver
Vintage 2 Stone Round Blue Zircon and Sapphire Gold Art Deco Navette Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Art Deco 2-Stone Blue Zircon Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering two securely nestled Blue Zircon, weighing approx. 5.00tcw, accented by synthetic...
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Zircon, Blue Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cameo Sterling Cocktail Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a cameo sterling cocktail ring. A vintage 1 x .75 inch oval shape carved shall cameo is bezal set in a detailed ornate sterling silver adjustable ring...
Category
2010s Balinese Artist Cocktail Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
NO RESERVE 5ct Round BLUE TOPAZ Platinum SILVER Cocktail Ring
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
The Natural 5ct Round Natural Blue Topaz Cocktail Ring. This exquisite piece marries the purity of simplicity of white Zircons with the brilliance of a genuine blue topaz, resulting ...
Category
2010s African Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Zircon, Platinum, Silver, Sterling Silver
VERSACE VINTAGE COCTAIL RING With CRYSTALS
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Versace Cocktail Ring With Crystals
Early 2000s Versace Snake Ring With Crystals
Gold tone metal
Crystals and enamel
US size 8
Versace stamp inside
Made in Italy
Comes with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings
14K Yellow Gold Edwardian cocktail Clear Crystal Ring Size 7 For Women
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Indulge in the everlasting allure of vintage elegance with the Edwardian-inspired Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clear Crystal Ring. Meticulously crafted w...
Category
20th Century American Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold Art Deco Cocktail Brilliant Cut Diamonds Ring for Women Size 6.25
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Step into the captivating era of Art Deco with this enchanting antique ring, meticulously crafted in 14k white gold and adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds. Rather than adopting a pr...
Category
Antique 19th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 14 Karat Gold and Silver Cluster Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique Victorian (ca. 1900) diamond cluster ring /cocktail ring. The ring is made of 14 karat yellow gold and rose cut diamonds (in total 33 diamonds) set in silver foil. The rin...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Art Deco 10k White Gold & 4 Color Gemstone Cocktail Ring for Women Size 5.75
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Immerse yourself in the allure of vintage elegance with this enchanting antique Art Deco cocktail diamond ring. Meticulously cra...
Category
Antique 19th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Other, Multi-gemstone, Crystal, Citrine, White Gold, 10k Gold
NO RESERVE 1ct Oval Natural RUBY and WHITE SAPPHIRE Statement Ring
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Indulge in the timeless allure of ruby and sapphire combination with this exquisite 1.0ct Oval 100% Natural Ruby Statement Ring surrounded by 3ctw White Sapphire . This beautifully c...
Category
2010s African Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Platinum
14k Yellow Gold & White Gold brilliant cut cocktail Diamonds Ring Size 6.25
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Immerse yourself in the enchanting realm of antique jewelry with this captivating cocktail diamond ring, meticulously crafted in 14k yellow gold with white gold accents. A true embod...
Category
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring Art Deco Style Vintage Platinum Rare Early 20th C
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Preowned vintage/antique Art Deco style opal and diamond cocktail ring, likely made in the early 20th C. Made from a platinum setting, it features one large square opal surrounded b...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Blue Navy Black Dots Enamel Chunky Gold Ring, US 8
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Rare to find. Vintage. 100% genuine.
UK size: Q.
Signed on the back YSL, Made in France.
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Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautiful...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
18K White Gold 19th Century Victorian brilliant cut cocktail Diamond Ring Size 6
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Immerse yourself in the pinnacle of grace with the 18K White Gold Elegant Antique Ring with Diamond. This enchanting cocktail diamond ring ...
Category
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
5.55 Ct Citrine Gemstone 925 Solid Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing our Citrine Gemstone Cocktail Ring! Crafted with exquisite detail in sterling silver. This genuine citrine cocktail ring embodies elegance and sophistication, making it t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Citrine, Silver, Sterling Silver
2.50ct Round Natural Amethyst Statement Ring
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Elevate your style with our exquisite 2.50ct Round Cut Purple Amethyst Statement Ring, a true testament to elegance and sophistication. This captivating ring features a brilliant 2.5...
Category
2010s African Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Zircon, Platinum, Sterling Silver
18K White Gold American Victorian brilliant cut cocktail Diamond Ring Size 7
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Step into sophistication with the alluring 18K White Gold Stunning Antique Ring with Diamond, designed for women who appreciate timeless el...
Category
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 6 Carat Cabochon Amethyst and Diamond Triangular Retro Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Solitaire Amethyst and Diamond Retro Gold Ring. Centering a securely nestled and Hand set 6 Carat Round Cabochon Amethyst. Surrounded by alternating Gold Tr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 10 Carat Checkerboard Cushion Prasiolite and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Checkerboard Cushion Prasiolite and Diamond Solitaire Cocktail Ring. Centering a Hand set securely nestled 10 Carat Checkerboard Cushion Pra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mauboussin Paris Coral & Chrysophrase Diamond 18k Gold Rings
By Mauboussin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Discover a captivating pair of Maubossin Paris rings that seamlessly blend sophistication and nature-inspired elegance. These rings are exquisitely crafted from 18k hammered gold, of...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Cocktail Rings
Materials
Chrysophrase, Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
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 Dauphin, Miriam 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.