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Jewelry Type: Fashion Jewelry
Returnable Items Only
6.80 Carat Cubic Zirconia Rose Gold Plated Curve Turban Cocktail Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
Part of our Cocktail Collection, this magnificent band is embellished with 6.08 carat of dazzling micro-set round brilliant cut cubic zirconia in a twisted formation that adds textur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Pearl and Emerald Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This 70's cocktail ring is the center of attention when you accessorize the right way. This ring has an intricate woven-look gold detailing, 10 emerald stones, and two large pearls. ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Cluster Rings
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold
Yellow Sapphire with Ruby Ring set in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
Yellow Sapphire 5.59 carats with Ruby 0.49 carat Ring set in Silver Settings
Width: 3.2 cm
Length: 3.2 cm
Ring Size: 56
Total Weight: 15.7 grams
*Please note that the silver sett...
Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Silver
3.55 Carat Cubic Zirconia Rose Gold Plated Curved Lattice Cocktail Bridal Ring
Located in London, GB
This bold, intricately designed lattice cut band ring is guaranteed to attract admiring glances.
3.50ct round brilliant cut cubic zirconia embellish this beautiful and unusual conc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Rock Crystal Quartz and Diamond Dome Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautifully hand crafted Rock Crystal Quartz and Diamond Dome Ring. Securely hand set with a 22.2 Carat Rock Crystal Quartz, accented by Diamonds, approx. 0.05tcw. Approx. Dimensions: 1.3” x 1.05” x 0.92”. wide; split double shank...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
AIG certified 1.00 carat round brillant cut and 1.35 carat baguette cut diamonds
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18 carat white gold ring designed with 81 round brillant cut diamonds weighing 1.00 carat and 32 baguette cut diamonds weighing 1.35 carat.
Quality of the diamond
Color : G - H
Cl...
Category
Early 2000s Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Kenneth Jay Lane Cocktail Ring USA 1960/70s USA size 5.3
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, bu...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Artist Cocktail Rings
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
AIG certified 0.80 carat sapphires - 0.64 carat round brillant cut diamonds ring
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18 carat white gold ring designed with 2 oval-shaped sapphires weighing 0.80 carat and 64 round brillant cut diamonds weighing 0.64 carat.
Quality of the diamond
Color : G - H
Clar...
Category
Early 2000s Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Flower Statement Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Clear acrylic flower ring presenting a emerald stone in the center. U.S. size: 7.5
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Materials
Emerald
2.10 Carat Peridot Basket Weave Sterling Silver Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautifully hand crafted Basket Weave Sterling Silver Ring. SEcurely hand top set with a 2.10 Carat Peridot. Top of ring measures approx. 20mm wide; tapered shank; Ring size: 7.5, we...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Dome Rings
Materials
Peridot, Sterling Silver
Black Sapphire and Yellow Sapphire Ring set in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
Black Sapphire 9.35 carats and Yellow Sapphire 10.27 carats Ring set in Silver Settings
Width: 3.2 cm
Length: 3.2 cm
Ring Size: 55
Total Weight: 22.94 grams
*Please note that the...
Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Yellow Sapphire, Silver
30 X 24 Oval Rock Crystal Natural Agate Triplet Gemstone Ring in Sterling Silver
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Discover the harmonious blend of earth's treasures with our Natural Quartz and Banded Agate Ring from the Stephen Dweck Garden of Stephen Collection. Crafted with meticulous attentio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Agate, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
18 x 18 Cushion Pale Smokey Carved Ring in Decorative Sterling Silver
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Step into the captivating world of Steven Dweck's Carventurous Collection with the exquisite 18 x 18 Cushion Pale Smokey Carved Ring. Crafted with precision in 925 sterling silver, t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Jade & Cornelian Baguette Cocktail Ring 14k Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Circa 1980s, this stunning Jade cocktail ring features a rectangular shape and is crafted from Cornelian and Jade. Framing the baguette cut Cornelian is a decorative 14k gold trim. Interior of ring is stamped 14k Gold, WW. Ring is a size 6 and weighs 16.15g in total weight. Pair this unique piece with your go-to Cartier or Tiffany gold bands...
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Band Rings
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold
White Sapphire and Ruby Ring set in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
White Sapphire 9.30 carats and Ruby 12.73 carats Ring set in Silver Settings
Width: 3.2 cm
Length: 3.2 cm
Ring Size: 54
Total Weight: 24.4 grams
*Please note that the silver setti...
Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, Silver
Assorted Colours Sapphire Ring set in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
Assorted Colours Sapphire 23.45 carats Ring set in Silver Settings
Width: 3.2 cm
Length: 3.2 cm
Ring Size: 55
Total Weight: 25.56 grams
*Please note that the silver setting is pl...
Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Silver
White Sapphire and Blue Sapphire Ring set in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
White Sapphire 8.97 carats and Blue Sapphire 11.27 carats Ring set in Silver Settings
Width: 3.2 cm
Length: 3.2 cm
Ring Size: 55
Total Weight: 23.38 grams
*Please note that the s...
Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Silver
5.38 Carat Sugarloaf Blue Topaz Lapis and Diamond Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Art Deco style Cocktail Ring, centering a securely nestled Sugarloaf Blue Topaz weighing approx. 5.38 Carats surrounded by Lapis Lazuli, approx. 7.21tcw and Diamonds, appro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cocktail ring signed Jomas USA 80s rhinestones
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Vintage cocktail ring with large false pearl on top then set with many small rhinestones (silver part) signed JOMAS USA gold-plated. This ring coms from this collection by Ann Miller...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Artisan Dome Rings
Materials
Gold Plate
Cocktail Oval Regular Facet Gemstone Smokey Quartz Ring
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Step into the enchanting world of Steven's Jewelry with the 16 x 12 Oval Regular Facet Gemstone Smokey Quartz Ring from the Garden of Stephen Collec...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Quartz, Sterling Silver
AJD Brilliant Elegant Glittering Real Diamonds & 10 Cts Amethyst Ring
Located in Raleigh, NC
This brilliant checkerboard gem cut 10 carat Amethyst is enhanced with smaller Amethyst side stones and .05 carats of white sparkling Diamonds set in a rhodium plated Sterling Silver...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Amethyst, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver
Chanel Statement Monochrome Logo Ring 2012
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning Chanel Logo Ring. Crafted in weighty silvertone metal and black enamel. Featuring a large spread decorated with black enamel around the ico...
Category
2010s Cocktail Rings
Stephen Dweck Carved Oval Smokey Quartz in Sterling Silver
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
This gorgeous Carved Oval Smoky Topaz, Gold Plated Ring is truly alluring in nature. The beautiful combination of the mysterious Smoky Topaz and shimmering gold plating draws the eye...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Quartz, Gold Plate
Silver and Blue Oval Glass Marcasite Ladybird Flower Statement Ring circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
Fabulous silver ring featuring an oval faceted blue glass stone, circa 1970s. The setting has an intricate design with marcasite set flowers, and ladybirds decorated with faux pearls...
Category
Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings
Materials
Marcasite, Sterling Silver
Jay Strongwater Gold Butterfly Painted Enamel and Crystal Cocktail Ring
Located in Milford, DE
A colorful cocktail ring, featuring a butterfly painted in pink and yellow enamel and accented with sparkling crystals.
Ring size US 7.25
Crystals: S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
Large Faux South Sea Pearl and Crystal Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Impressive three dimensional cocktail statement ring featuring 7 rows of bands filled with crystals mounted at different heights to create a fantastic design. In the center of the ba...
Category
Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Materials
Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver
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 ...
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Large vintage Cocktail Ring blue rhinestone and clear rhinestones 1950s USA
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A gigantic cocktail ring with a large blue rhinestone. This is surrounded by 3 rows of clear rhinestones which are all set individually.
This ring is a piece of Hollywood history and...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
Citrine Diamond 14k Gold Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful mid 20th century 14k Gold ring with a pear cut Citrine stone in a prong setting surrounded by 7 Diamonds in a v-shaped channel setting. Ring is a size 4.5 and weighs 5.6g total. Perfect to wear for a night out with your favorite vintage Gucci dress...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold
Christian Dior Vintage J'Adore Dior Enamel Ring
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage silver toned ring with a large white enamel oval plate featuring black lettering J'ADORE DIOR.
Embossed DIOR.
Indicative measuremen...
Category
20th Century French Cocktail Rings
Designer Nouvelle Bague India Preziosa Diamond and Enamel Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous unique Nouvelle Bague India Preziosa Design. Sparkle of Hand set round Brilliant-cut Diamonds, approx. 0.45tcw, beautifully complement the enamel of this Hand crafted 18K ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold, White Gold
Kyoto Black Diamond & Engraved Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Named after Stephen’s first trip to Japan, this collection is an assemblage of the most interesting and intricate of designs. Patterns found in traditional gardens, woven fabrics, an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
Emerald & Diamond 14k Gold Leaf Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Emerald 14k Gold ring complete with a leaf design that is finished with an Emerald and three round cut Diamonds in a prong setting. Stamped 14k Gold and weighs 6.89g in total weight....
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Sapphire Star Cabochon 4 Carat 14k Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful mid-20th century 14k Gold ring featuring a Cabochon cut 4 carat Star Sapphire center stone with round cut Emeralds spiraling out. Please note two of the Emeralds are missing from the prong setting. Ring is a size 7 and weighs 10.61g total. Perfect to wear for a night out with your favorite vintage Gucci dress.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Materials
Emerald, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold
Stephen Dweck Mother Of Pearl & Sterling Silver Clover Ring
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Indulge in the timeless elegance of Steven's jewelry with the Shimmering Sterling Silver Stephen Dweck Mother of Pearl Clover Ring. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Turquoise and Black Acrylic Flower Statement Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Black acrylic flower ring with a cabochon turquoise in the center. U.S. size: 10
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Materials
Turquoise
Cocktail Ring in Silver with Black Diamonds and Tahitian Pearl
Located in London, Richmond
Ring in polished sterling silver, set with black diamonds and peacock pearl
Size UK M 1/2 - US 6 1/2 in stock, more sizes available upon request, made to order pieces aren't returnable
Elegant and modern design inspired by the '60s space age...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Solitaire Ring in Sterling Silver with Black Onyx
Located in London, Richmond
Unisex ring in polished sterling silver set with black onyx (square cut 1.3 carat), a powerful protection stone which absorbs and transforms negative ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Onyx, Sterling Silver, Silver
Jay Strongwater Enchanted Garden Enamel Flower Cocktail Ring, Contemporary
Located in Milford, DE
Flower power! An ornate floral statement ring featuring a blooming flower painted black and yellow enamel and accented with jet-black crystals. Set on gold plated metal.
Ring size U...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
8.48 Rose Quartz and Diamond Cocktail Statement Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Stunning solitaire Cocktail ring featuring an 8.48 Carat oval Buff-Top Rose Quartz measuring approx. 20mm x 10mm; each corner enhanced with a round brilliant-cut Diamond; approx. tot...
Category
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Quartz, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Panetta Sterling Blue Glass and Clear Rhinestones Cocktail Ring circa 1970s
By Panetta
Located in London, GB
Panetta lovely sterling cocktail ring, set with a faceted blue glass stone, and edged with clear rhinestones. Ring size UK L, US size 5 1/2, inside diameter 17mm. Measuring length 2....
Category
Vintage 1970s American Cocktail Rings
Vintage Citrine Crystal Statement Flower Ring 1950s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A statement Vintage Crystal Ring. Featuring elongated navette citrine crystal stones with aurora borealis crystals. Most likely a professionally ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
Round Smoky Quartz Gemstone Ring
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Elevate your everyday elegance with our 12mm Round Smoky Quartz Gemstone Ring, crafted in lustrous sterling silver. This exquisite piece features...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Rounded Gold Obsidian Cabochon Ring In Sterling Silver
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Step into the enchanting world of Steven's Jewelry with the Rounded Gold Obsidian Cabochon Ring and Tibetan Turquoise Black Diamond Ring from the Garden of Stephen Collection. Crafte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Kenneth Jay Lane Silver Polished Cocktail Statement Ring, KJL, Contemporary
Located in Milford, DE
A flashy, polished silver, statement ring. Add a perfect touch of silver glow with this ring from Kenneth Jay Lane!
Silvertone.
Adjustable sizes 5 to 8.5
Tags, Marks, Hallmarks: ...
Category
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Amethyst & Ruby 14k Gold Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful 14k Gold ring from the late 20th century featuring a thick band with a round cut Ruby, Amethyst and Diamond in a caved in circular prong setting. Ring is a size 9 and weighs 11.5g total. Perfect to wear for a night out with your favorite vintage Gucci dress...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Aquamarine & Diamond Victorian Baguette Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your evening looks with this stunning Aquamarine cocktail ring! Circa mid-20th century and set in a split style 18k Gold band, this Victorian style ring features an Aquamarin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
20mm Round Facet Smokey Quartz Gemstone Ring In Sterling Silver
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
20mm Round Facet Smokey Quartz Gemstone Ring In Sterling Silver
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Quartz, Sterling Silver
1980s Christian Dior Enamel And Crystal Cusp Ring
Located in London, GB
Amazing cusp crystal enamel gold tone cusp ring from Christian Dior, Dior signature on the inside
Inside Diameter
MM Inches
16.71 0.658
Inside Circumference
MM In...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Crystal, Enamel
Oscar de la Renta Painted Calla Lily Cocktail Ring, Green and White Enamel, Gold
Located in Milford, DE
Flower chic statement ring from Oscar de la Renta. A white and green enamel calla lily in gold.
Adjustable sizes 5 to 8.5
Gold plated.
Get the matching bracelet, pin, and earrings...
Category
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond Dome Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Add this stunning ring to your collection! Circa mid-20th century, this 14k Gold dome ring features asymmetrical rows of surface prong set Diamonds...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Carved Oval Rock Crystal over an Aqua Mother of Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
• Stephen Dweck Carventurous Collection
• 925 Sterling Silver
• 0.95” X 0.88”
This gorgeous Carved Oval Rock Crystal over aqua Mother of Pearl Cocktail Ring...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Oscar de la Renta Cocktail Gold Netted Scarab Ring, Adjustable
Located in Milford, DE
A bold gold ring by Oscar de la Renta featuring a large scarab motif. The scarab's back is composed of a mesh-pattern for a unique touch.
Size: Adjustabl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
David Webb Sapphire Ring
By David Webb
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your evening look with this stunning David Webb Cocktail ring! This cocktail ring features 18KT Yellow Gold with a geometric design containing one oval, cabochon, and very go...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Evil Eye Statement Ring
Located in Hoffman Estates, IL
The evil eye, thought to provide protection from evil spirits is beautifully captured in this gold, black and CZ evil eye cocktail ring. The large ring, which...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Zircon, Gold Plate, Brass
9ct Gold Emerald Cut Burnt Orange Synthetic Sapphire Cocktail Ring 1960s
Located in London, GB
Fabulous 9ct gold ring with a large emerald cut synthetic sapphire, ring size UK K, US 5 1/4, inside diameter 1.6cm / .6 inch. The beautiful burnt orange synthetic sapphire measures ...
Category
Vintage 1960s English Cocktail Rings
Materials
9k 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.