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Jewelry Type: Fashion Jewelry
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Rectangle Ruby Red Crystals Silver Halo Ring, US 7
Located in Wokingham, England
Good condition. Some scratches and colour loss.
Rare to find. Signed at the rear. Vintage.
Material: Silver plated metal, Rhinestones.
UK size: N.
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Great for everyday wear....
Category
Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Materials
Silver Plate
Carved Smoky Quartz Carving Over Rhodium Coated Ring
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
• Stephen Dweck Carventurous Collection
• 925 Sterling Silver
• 1.25” X 0.92”
Indulge in the captivating allure of this Carved Smoky Quartz Carving Over Rhodium Coated Ring, a tru...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Materials
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Cabochon Yellow Black White Chunky Gold Ring, Size 6
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. Signed at the rear. Vintage. 100% Genuine.
UK size: L / M.
Signed on the back YSL, Made in France.
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Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gold Plate
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Cabochon Coral Orange Marble Chunky Ring, Size 7
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. Vintage. 100% genuine. Come with original box and pouch.
UK size: N/O.
Signed on the back YSL, Made in France.
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Great for everyday wear. Come with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gold Plate
18 Karat Gold Thread Larimar Cocktail Ring
Located in Kfar Sava, IL
Unique, one of a kind, hand crochet cocktail ring with a natural square shaped Larimar, measuring 25 mm x 25mm. Stone is crochet into place with an 18 karat gold thread wire, flatten...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Larimar, Gold, 18k Gold
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Large Double Starfish Statement Navy Dot Ring, US 6
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Signed at the rear. Vintage. Come with original box.
Signed on the back YSL, Made in France.
UK size: L / M.
Size: 5.8*4.3 cm.
Weight: 25 g.
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Great fo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gold Plate
Cartier "Juste un Clou" ring in 750/1000 grey gold decorated with 77 diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Cartier "Juste un Clou" ring in 750/1000 grey gold decorated with 77 diamonds for a total of 0.59 carats. This ring is characterized by its unique design due to its original shape gi...
Category
2010s Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 carat yellow gold ring designed with round brillant diamonds and sapphires
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18 carat yellow gold ring designed with 3 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.27 carat and 2 round sapphires weighing 0.12 carat.
Quality of the diamond
Color: H
Clarity: SI
We...
Category
2010s Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire
Open Ring In Silver With Black Diamonds
Located in London, Richmond
The open ring design is playful yet elegant, defined by the boldness of sterling silver and by the sophistication of sparkling handset black diamonds. Perfect worn solo or stacked wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Black Diamond, Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
3.55 Carat Cubic Zirconia Gold Plated Curved Lattice Engagement Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
This bold, intricately designed lattice cut band ring is guaranteed to attract admiring glances.
3.55ct round brilliant cut cubic zirconia embellish this beautiful and unusual conc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
1.38 Carat Cubic Zirconia 14 Kt Gold Plated Lustre Designer Eternity Band Ring
Located in London, GB
The intricately entwined design of this contemporary ring, oozes Hollywood glamour and is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Featuring 1.38ct of the finest pave set brilliant roun...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Band Rings
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Silver
4.00 Carat Sloane Cubic Zirconia Halo Split Shank Statement Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
The sparkling halo and split shank setting encrusted with diamond stimulants, draws the eye to the magnificent 4.00 carat centre round brilliant cut cubic zirconia.
Composed of 925...
Category
2010s English Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver
Vintage Statement Pearl Cocktail Ring 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An exquisite Vintage Statement Pearl Ring dating to 1980s. Crafted in glass simulated pearl and gold plated metal. Featuring three lustrous simulated p...
Category
Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Large Double Starfish Navy Dots Statement Ring, US 7
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Signed at the rear. Vintage.
Signed on the back YSL, Made in France.
UK Size: N / O.
Size: 5.8*4.3 cm.
Weight: 25 g.
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Great for everyday wear. Come wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
1990 Silver 925 Synthetic Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This 1990 cocktail ring is going to become your next favorite statement ring you need in your collection! Super fun and unique vintage cocktail ring featuring an array of synthetic r...
Category
1990s Cocktail Rings
Materials
Silver
Retro Madiera Citrine and Black Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Oversized cushion cut citrine ring in deep cognac tones from the 1940s. The shoulders are accented with a black diamond and white diamond acce...
Category
Vintage 1940s American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold
David Yurman Albion Prasiolite & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Carmel, CA
David Yurman Albion ring features two thick cable wrapped bands with a faceted cushion cut prasiolite gemstone center bordered by pave diamonds. US size 4.75. Made in New York, USA. ...
Category
2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Faceted Blue Topaz Ring in Engraved Sterling Silver
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Behold the breathtaking beauty of this exquisite Faceted Blue Topaz Ring from the revered Stephen Dweck brand. Imbued with the finest quality stones, this ring is a celebration of el...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
Abalone 18K Gold Plated Ring Italian Made
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Abalone 18K Gold Plated Ring Italian Made
Size: 7.25
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Gold Plate
1990 Synethic Ruby Emerald Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Stunning synthetic ruby and emerald cocktail ring circa 1990. This gorgeous jumbo ring features a synthetic ruby at the center surrounded by silver circular...
Category
1990s Cocktail Rings
18 carat pink and white gold zirconium oxides ring
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18 carat pink and white gold ring designed with 9 zirconium oxides.
Weight : 7.00 gr.
Size: EU : 57 - SP/IT : 17 - US : 8
Dimensions : 1.12 x 0.24 cm
Jewel delivered in a luxur...
Category
2010s Cocktail Rings
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Swarovski Hyacinth Blue Crystals Large Nirvana Cocktail Ring, Size N, 55, White
By Swarovski
Located in Wokingham, England
In excellent condition. With original box, certificate and tag.
Size: N, 55, diameter 17.35 mm.
Material: Rhodium Plated, Zirconia.
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Great for everyday wear. Come with velve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Rhodium
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...
Category
Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings
1970 18K Gold Plated Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Make a statement with this 18K gold plated ring circa 1970! Beautiful gold plated cocktail ring in a dome style featuring a plethora of rhinestones in a circle formation at the center surrounded by neutral brown and gold enamel and engravings. Look closely and notice how intricate the patterns and arrangements are on this ring, this such an eye catching piece you are never going to hear the end of the compliments you will receive whenever you wear this! Pair this with a brown vintage Fendi bag...
Category
Vintage 1970s Cocktail 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, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Spinel, Rhodium, Silver, Platinum, Sterling Silver
9.50 Carat Cubic Zirconia Emerald Cut Statement Engagement Cocktail Promise Ring
Located in London, GB
Part of our Deco Collection and inspired by the roaring twenties, this ring demonstrates a timeless elegance.
Featuring an impressive 9.05 carat centre emerald cut cubic zirconia f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Silver, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Amedeo Shell Cocktail Ring, 2000s
Located in New York, NY
Gold-plated cocktail ring by Amadeo features shell cabochon with an angel carved on it.
SIgned. Gold plated sterling silver.
Size: 5.75
Measurements:
Band Width 3mm,
Ornament Widt...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Belle Époque Cocktail Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Amethyst and Diamond 14KW Gold Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Statement ring has a cushion 15x15mm AAA quality African Amethyst with 4 prong setting in 14 karat white gold. There are 108 shimmering ...
Category
2010s Fashion Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Kenneth Jay Lane Cocktail Ring USA 1960/70s USA size 5.2
Located in Stuttgart, DE
An elegant and very rare Cocktail ring designed by Kennet Jay Lane in the 1970s. It's lucky to find a ring like this! A lot of brooches and chains were made during this period, but hardly any rings! It is beautifully worked with the large light purple colored cut big rhinestone in the center. The body of the ring is enameled, diamond-filled with small rhinestones. Inside not singed, but it is the same ring like the green ons with K.J.L.. the old Signatur, and gold plated.
Measurement: inner scope 0,50 cm, USA size 5.3 light purple stone...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Artisan Fashion Rings
Materials
Citrine, Gold Plate
24K Yellow Gold Oversized Orchid Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This oversized orchid ring is the perfect statement and conversation piece to upgrade and complete a lux look. Made of plated brass with a center freshwate...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold
5.88 Carat Oval Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 5.88 Carat Oval Aquamarine with Diamonds on...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Swarovski Nirvana Cocktail Purple Flower Ribbon Bow Ring, Silver Plated, Size 52
By Swarovski
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% genuine.
Glamorous crystal has been exquisitely crafted with numerous glittering facets, perfectly designed to form a subtle flower motif. The inner ring ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Aesthetic Movement Cocktail Rings
Materials
Silver Plate
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
Category
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
1990s Sterling Silver and Black Cabochon Onyx Italian Cocktail Ring by Anomis
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An amazing sterling silver and black onyx cocktail ring designed and manufactured in Italy by Anomis in the Nineties, the ring has never worn. The ring consists of sterling silver, ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Onyx, Sterling Silver
1.37Carat Fancy Cushion Cut Lemon Citrine Sterling Silver Engagement Bridal Ring
Located in London, GB
Exquisite golden hues radiate front this beautifully crafted piece.
Featuring an oval cushion cut lemon citrine weighing 1.37 carat, surrounded by 2.11 carat of round brilliant cut ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Citrine, Silver, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Ad Campaign 18K White Gold Wrap Ring
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Ad Campaign 18K White Gold Wrap Ring
BRAND NEW
GUCCI WHITE GOLD WRAP RING
From highly valuable Tom Ford era
White gold
US size 6...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings
Ferragamo Gold Large Ring
By Ferragamo
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Snag this ultra-fashion forward Ferragamo ring! This is made to make a statement. This can be worn as a ring on your hand or used as a scarf ring. Everyone loves a versatile piece! T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings
Bijoux Num Oval Citrine and White Topaz Cocktail Ring
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bijoux Num Oval Citrine and White Topaz Cocktail Ring
This bold cocktail ring features beautiful round Brazilian citrine, surrounded with p...
Category
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Citrine, Topaz, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Vermeil
Vintage 6 Carat Rose Quartz and Amethyst Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Rose Quartz and Diamond Vintage Gold Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Pyramid Rose Quartz, weighing approx. 6 Carats. Accented by Amethyst, weighing approx. 0.40tcw. Approx. dimensions: 1.52” l x 0. 91” w x 0.52” h. Hand crafted 14K Yellow Gold mounting, featuring a European shank...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Aesthetic Movement Cocktail Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10.09 Carat Cushion Kunzite Diamond Solitaire Gold Cocktail Ring Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Solitaire Cushion Kunzite and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a Hand set securely nestled 10.09 Carat Cushion Kunzite. Enhanced either side of shank with Diam...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Kunzite, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
5.38 Carat Checkerboard Amethyst and Diamond Vintage Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Amethyst and Diamond Vintage Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled 5.38 Carat Checkerboard Amethyst, enhanced w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
GUCCI black metal HANDS & ARROW CRYSTAL Ring 7.5
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Gucci arrow and hands ring in matte black metal with black crystals. Has been worn and is in excellent condition
Measurements
Size 7.5
Width 0.6cm (0.2in)
Length 5cm ...
Category
2010s Cocktail Rings
Antique Bohemian Red Garnet 14KT Gold Ring US Size 7.5
Located in Newport Coast, CA
Antique Garnet 14KT Gold “Bomb” Ring. Gorgeous dome shape - set garnets on a fine 14KT gold setting most likely set in the early-mid 20th century.
This ring is beautiful when viewed...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Czech Victorian Dome Rings
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
1.27 Carat Lightning Ridge Opal and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Arts and Crafts Revival Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely set Dark Gray Lightning Ridge Opal, weighing 1.27 Carats, surrounded by...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bijoux Num Faux Diamond Sterling Silver Wide Band Ring
By Bijoux Num
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 ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Other, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Platinum
Cocktail Ring in Silver with Black Diamonds
Located in London, Richmond
Contemporary cocktail ring in polished silver, set with black diamonds pave. Elegant and modern design inspired by the boldness and power of sterling silver metal. Gemstones: black d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Black Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Morganite and Diamond halo ring in 14K Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring has a 10 mm round top quality Morganite center surrounded by a halo of sparkling brilliant cut diamonds. The stones are set in 14 karat rose gold. This ring has a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18 carat yellow gold diamonds ring
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18 carat yellow gold ring designed with 80 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.80 carat.
Diamond quality
Color: H
Clarity: SI
Weight : 5.80 gr.
Size : EU : 52 -...
Category
2010s Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2.50 Carat Checkerboard Amethyst and Diamond Vintage Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Amethyst and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 2.5 Carat Checkerboard Amethyst....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Pink Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Halo Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful Pink Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Pink Sapphire weighing 0.82 Carat. Surrounded by Diamonds weighing approx. 0.55tcw. Ha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
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...
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dome Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
11MM South Sea Black Pearl 18K Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Size 7. Excellent quality diamonds.
18K
Part of a parure.
Category
1990s American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold
18 carat white gold black diamond ring
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18 carat white gold ring designed with 1 round brilliant cut black diamond weighing 0.34 carat.
Diamond quality
Color: H
Clarity: SI
Weight : 10.20 gr.
Size : EU : 52 - ES/IT : 12 - US : 6
Dimensions : 2.30 x 2.10 x 0.28 cm
Marked 18 carat gold hallmark on the jewel.
Condition : like new
Jewel delivered in a luxurious box...
Category
2010s Cocktail Rings
Materials
Black Diamond, White Gold
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Black Faceted Heart Statement Ring 1980's
Located in Carmel, CA
Yves Saint Laurent vintage statement ring, dating back to the 1980's, features a massive black faceted resin heart on a thick gold-tone band. D...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Aesthetic Movement Fashion Rings
Materials
Base Metal
Vintage 1.13 Carat Blue Zircon and Diamond Art Deco Bypass Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Blue Zircon and Diamond Art Deco Gold Bypass Ring. Centering a Hand set securely nestled 1.13 Carat Round Blue Zircon. Artfully surrounded by Round ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
1.33 Carat Blue Zircon Diamond Vintage Gold Cocktail Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Blue Zircon and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 1.33 Round Blue Zircon. Surrounded by Round Diamonds, including Fa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2 Carat London Blue Topaz and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed London Blue Topaz and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled London Blue Topaz, approx. 2 Carat, surrounded by Champagne and White...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18 carat yellow gold sapphires and diamonds ring
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18 carat yellow gold ring designed with 1 round brillant cut diamond weighing 0.40 carats, 12 baguette cut sapphires weighing 0.24 carats and 12 round brillant cut diamonds weighing ...
Category
2010s Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow 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.