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Cocktail Rings For Sale
Creator: Bulgari
Bulgari Citrine and Amethyst Ring
Located in New York, NY
A chic Bulgari two stone ring set with an oval amethyst and similarly cut citrine. Size 51, signed Bulgari, Italian assay mark for gold and maker's mark
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1970s Italian Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Gold

Bulgari B. Zero Diamond Estate Eternity Band
Located in Miami, FL
The B.zero1 ring draws its striking design from the iconic Colosseum, demonstrating Bulgari's imagination and boldness in jewellery design. The characteristic spiral exudes a feeling...
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2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Roma Bombe Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With 6.10 Ctw In Color Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail Ring designed by Bvlgari. Beautiful cocktail ring, created in Rome in Italy by the jewelry house of Bvlgari, back in the 1980. This vintage ring has been crafted with a bom...
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...

Bvlgari Tubogas Pink Tourmaline 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Bvlgari ring from the iconic Tubogas collection features a slightly adjustable wrap design crafted in 18k yellow gold and accented with a pear-cut pink tourmaline. Mark...
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1990s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

BVLGARI Aquamarine 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This chic authentic Bvlgari ring features a playful flexible design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with an 8.0mm x 13.0mm oval aquamarine. Made in Italy circa 1990s. Measurements...
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1990s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, by Bvlgari, Italy. This fabulous seventies ring features a 1.40-carat heart-shaped sapphire and 1.0 carat of brilliant white diamonds (G color, VS clarity). Beautif...
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1870s Italian Antique Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Burma Ruby Ring By Bulgari, 7.37 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
A stunning mixed-cut octagonal ruby weighing 7.37 carats lies at the center of this sophisticated ring from the renowned jewelry firm Bulgari. This gem is certified by the American G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

BVLGARI Tubogas Green Peridot 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous authentic Bvlgari ring from the classic Tubogas collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with a pear-cut peridot. The flex wrap allows the ring size to be sligh...
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1980s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Peridot, Yellow Gold

1980s Bvlgari 18 karat gold blue topaz and rhodolite doppio ring
Located in Malmö, SE
1980s Bulgari Doppio ring A gem-set doppio ring by Bvlgari. Signature piece of design, created in Rome Italy by the acclaimed jewelry house of Bvlgari. This popular ring is part of t...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Rhodolite, Gold, 18k Gold

Bulgari 'Bvlgari Bvlgari' Mother of Pearl Large Version Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
From iconic Bulgari comes this big, bold, and stylish ring featuring a mother-of-pearl center disk inlaid in luminous 18 karat yellow gold setting. Part of the Bvlgari Bvlgari collection, the ring features Bulgari’s trademark double logo engraved along the yellow gold border encircling a wide mother-of-pearl center. The double logo was inspired by the curved inscriptions on ancient coins and uses ancient Latin typography drawing on Bulgari’s Roman...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari 1990's Citrine Porcelain Ceramic 18 Karat Gold Chandra Vintage Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped citrine cabochon measuring 7.5 x 10.5 mm Transparent medium brownish orange - set east to west in gold bezel Set atop a domed bombé shaped porcelain ceramic ...
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1990s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Tubogas Gold Ring with Rock Crystal, Ruby and Diamonds
Located in Magenta, IT
Bulgari, 18k yellow gold flexible tubogas (gas pipe) ring decorated with an elongated facetted rock crystal, a cabochon ruby and brilliant-cut diamonds. Bulgari hallmark (BB in an h...
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Late 20th Century Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Bulgari Monete Gold Ring
Located in Magenta, IT
From the highly sought-after Bvlgari Monete collection, a 18k yellow gold ring with flexible curb chain and a real ancient Roman silver coin (trajan denar) setted in bezel settings. ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Bulgari Pink Tourmaline Amethyst Gem Ring ‘Toi et Moi’ in 18K Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Stylish vintage Bulgari ring features vivid pink tourmaline and purple amethyst gemstones set in 18 karat yellow gold. The two pear-shaped gemstones are facing one another in an eleg...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Tubogas Serpenti Pink Tourmaline 18k Yellow Gold 3-Row Ring
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Bulgari Serpenti 3-row ring from the iconic Tubogas collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with a pear-cut pink tourmaline. The flex wrap allows the ring size...
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1990s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Divas Dream Pink Tourmaline Diamond Rose Gold Estate Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Be inspired by the spectacular Bvlgari Divas Dream Estate Ring. Crafted from shimmering 18kt rose gold set with dazzling pink tourmaline and diamonds. This gorgeous "Divas Dream" des...
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2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Bvlgari 18K White Gold Onyx Pyramide Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This is a unique piece of high-jewelry from Bvlgari that was created in the 80s. The ring has a geometric profile and is made of 18K white gold. The band of the ring widens towards t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, White Gold, 18k Gold

Bulgari Diamond Ring Double Tronchetto
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A double Tronchetto ring by Bulgari, made of 18k gold, features diamonds. It's designed as two Tronchettos being put on top of one another. The diamonds are pave, arranged in straigh...
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Allegra 18K White Gold Lemon Citrine Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
Liven up your style with a bold and bright bauble like this Bvlgari Allegra ring. Crafted in 18K white gold, this striking piece holds a large, fancy-cut, rectangular-shaped lemon ci...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, White Gold, 18k Gold

Bulgari Hematite & Tourmaline Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
Timeless ring created by Bulgari in Italy in 1988. The set is made of 18 karat yellow Gold, Hematite and four square cut sparkling Tourmalines. Stamped BVLGARI, with the maker's mar...
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Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Hematite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Bulgari Doppio Amethyst Citrine 18 Karat Twin Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted by the famous Italian jeweler Bulgari, this ring features a vibrant deep orange Citrine and a strongly saturated velvety purple Ameth...
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1980s Italian Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold

1980 Bulgari Trombino Diamonds Burma No Heated Ruby Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Ring made of 18 kt. white gold with diamonds and ruby signed Bulgari. This iconic design is made in the 1940s, thus was born one of Bulgari's most historic creations: the Trombino r...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

BVLGARI Emerald & Diamond Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 18k, by Bvlgari, Italy. A stunning confection in green, yellow, and white, this 18k yellow gold ring features an array of superb stones. The main drama is a fine 2.50-ca...
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1980s Italian Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Fiorever Diamond Ring 18K White Gold 1.01Cttw Size 55 US 7
Located in New York, NY
Fall in love with this beautiful Blvgari Fiorever diamond ring. Crafted in lustrous 18K white gold. It features a center prong set round brilliant cut diamond embraced with Bvlgari’s...
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2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Parentesi Diamond Topaz Cocktail Ring
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Bvlgari Parentesi Diamond Topaz Cocktail Ring in White Gold with One large Blue Topaz and 12 x diamonds. Metal: 18k White Gold Carat: Blue Topaz 2.3ct Diamond 0.32ct Colour: N/A Clarity: N/A Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Weight: 6.2 grams Engravings/Markings: N/A Size/Measurement: Ring Size 55 Current Condition: Excellent - Consistent with age and use. Accompanied by: This Bvlgari Parentesi Cocktail...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, White Gold

Rare Vintage Bulgari pink Tourmaline ring Circa 1980s
Located in Addlestone, GB
Vintage beautiful BULGARI Vintage Pink Tourmaline ring Circa 1980s 18ct yellow gold, set with an oval cut pink tourmaline of approximately 2.15 carats, signed Bulgari and numbered, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Vintage Citrine Signed Bvlgari Metropolis 18k Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Bvlgari 18k gold ring is a real show-stopper. Featuring a stunning citrine gemstone, this one-of-a-kind design will make you the envy of all your friends! Treat yourself...
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20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine

Bulgari Passo Doppio Pearl Ring
Located in Milano, IT
Bulgari Passo Doppio collection Cultered Pearl and 18kt yellow gold, stamped Bulgari.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 9.04 Ctw In Diamonds And Emerald
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring designed by Bvlgari. Outstanding cocktail ring, created in Milano Italy by the iconic jewelry house of Bvlgari. This gorgeous ring is very rare and has been crafted in...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Bvlgari Trombino Cocktail Ring In Platinum With 21.88 Ctw In Diamonds & Sapphire
Located in Miami, FL
Trombino cocktail ring designed by Bvlgari. An extraordinary cocktail ring from the Trombino collection, created in Milano Italy by the jewelry house of Bvlgari. This iconic ring ha...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Bulgari 5.01 Carat Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Trombino RIng
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted by the renown Italian jeweler Bulgari, this 1980s " Trombino " ring is a magnificent piece of jewelry and a true collectible. The ico...
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1980s Italian Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Bulgari 2ct Sapphire Heart Ring in 18k Two Tone Gold
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite Vintage Bulgari Sapphire Heart Ring showcasing a splendid 2.02 carat Sapphire mounted on 18k two tone gold. Made in Italy, Circa 1980.
Category

1980s Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Bulgari Spiga Ring Gold Diamond Sapphire
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An iconic Bulgari Spiga ring, with diamonds and a heart-shaped sapphire. A glossy, three rows wrap-around ring with a famous Spiga pattern is simply a perfection. Sparkly diamonds ad...
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Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Bombe 18k Yellow Gold Polished Coral Enamel Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with our estate Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Coral Pyramid Ring, a true masterpiece of design and craftsmanship. This exquisite ring is a testament to Bvlgari's legacy ...
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20th Century Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Bvlgari Blue Topaz Cocktail Ring
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
A stunning Bvlgari pyramid ring featuring a captivating blue topaz gemstone, measuring 12x15 mm. This exquisite cocktail ring, with its unique pyr...
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Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Topaz, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari diamond bombé ring, Italian, circa 1960.
Located in London, GB
Bulgari diamond bombé ring. Set with a round old cut diamond, J colour, VS1 clarity with a weight of 2.26 carats in an open back claw setting, to a impressive bombé design with curv...
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1960s Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Bvlgari White Gold Diamond Set B.Zero1 Ring
Located in London, GB
An unworn, intricate 18k white gold diamond ring by Bvlgari from the B.Zero1 collection. Compromising of the signature spirals which are pave set with round brilliant cut diamonds, w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

BVLGARI Tronchetto Fluted Tourmaline Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Bvlgari ring from the iconic Tronchetto collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with a fluted green tourmaline. Made in Italy circa 1990s. Measurements: 0.70" ...
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1990s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

Bulgari 1980s 18 carat gold, diamond and green and pink tourmaline cocktail ring
Located in London, GB
This remarkable piece by Bulgari is a most striking design consisting of 18 carat gold, diamonds and the Bulgari classics coloured tourmalines. 2 large drop shaped tourmalines, one d...
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1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Metropolis 18K White Gold Topaz Cocktail Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
Big, bold, and beautiful, this Bvlgari cocktail ring is a statement piece you can wear with many different looks. It features an 18K white gold band with a large buff top topaz cabochon set in between white gold shoulders engraved with the iconic Bvlgari text logo. The ring's top dimensions measure 13mm x 20mm, while the tapered band is 3mm thick. This Bvlgari Metropolis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

BVLGARI ITALY 18k Gold & Topaz Pyramid Ring Vintage
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bvlgari Italy 18k Gold & Topaz Pyramid Ring Vintage Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer ring. STAMPED: 750 BVLGARI MEASURES: Height: 0.4 ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Topaz, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Roma Doppio Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Tourmaline And Amethyst
Located in Miami, FL
A gem-set doppio ring designed by Bvlgari. Beautiful piece of jewelry, created in Rome Italy by the acclaimed jewelry house of Bvlgari. This popular ring is part of the iconic doppi...
Category

1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari B Zero 1 Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Created to celebrate new millennium, the Bulgari B.zero1 collection was first introduced in 1999. The letter "B" marked the brand name and "Zero1" was for the brand's first jewel in ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Vintage Tricolor Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Feasterville, PA
Introducing the Bvlgari Vintage Tricolor Gold Cocktail Ring, a magnificent fusion of timeless design and unparalleled craftsmanship that embodies the essence of the iconic Bvlgari br...
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1990s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold

Bvlgari Bulgari Cicladi Large Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Cicladi Ring by Bulgari. Details: Size: 6 Width at top: width: from 31 to 4mm Weight: 13.2 grams Stamped Hallmarks: Bvlgari, 750, 2337AL, Made in Italy *Free Shipping...
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1990s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Allegra 18k White Gold Black Onyx Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
A singular onyx gemstone serves as a stunning focal point on this breathtaking Bvlgari ring from the Allegra collection. This piece’s simple setting is crafted from 18K white gold an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Rose Gold Diamond Serpenti Seduttori Ring 352736
Located in London, GB
An entrancing 18k rose gold diamond and rubellite ring by Bvlgari from the Serpenti Seduttori collection. The ring is composed of a snake design thr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bulgari 18 Carat Gold and Pear Shape Citrine Toi Et Moi Ring, circa 1980s
Located in London, GB
A vintage 18ct gold and citrine dress ring by Bulgari, circa 1980s, the ring of stylised ‘Toi et Moi’ design set to the front with a matched pair of pear-shape yellow citrines set ho...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Cocktail Rings

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Citrine, 18k Gold

Bulgari Diamond Trombino Ring, Italian, circa 1963
Located in London, GB
Bulgari diamond Trombino ring. Set to centre with a drop shape brilliant cut diamond, E colour, VS2 clarity with a weight of 2.83 carats, in an open back claw setting, flanked by two...
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1960s Italian Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Bulgari Trombino Ring, circa 1955
Located in Weston, MA
One of Bulgari’s most iconic and instantly recognizable designs, the Trombino ring, was first conceived in 1932 by Giorgio Bulgari as an engagement ring for his future wife, Leonilde Gulienetti. That particular ring was entirely set with diamonds. The bombe form of the ring together with the cluster of gemstones was a pioneering design which celebrated the central gemstone. The central gemstone is usually a brightly colored stone including blue sapphire, ruby, emerald and more rarely a diamond or colored diamond. The brightly colored gemstones recall the colorful Roman cupolas that used to dot the green Italian landscape. The shank of the Trombino features round-cut diamonds with a graduating row of baquette-cut diamonds tapering from the central stone. Elizabeth Taylor owned...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Bvlgari 4.59cts Emerald Diamond Platinum Estate Pinky Bulgari Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Bvlgari emerald ring, which can be the perfect pinky ring for a gentleman or the modern cocktail ring for a lady. This Exquisite Bvlgari Rin...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Bulgari Emerald-Cut Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Bulgari Ceylon No Heat Sapphire and Diamond Ring in platinum and 18ct gold. Claw set with an emerald cut sapphire of 6.54 carats, accented by pairs of baguette cut diamonds. Signed B...
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20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Bvlgari Milano Movable Kinetic Astrale Cocktail Ring in 18Kt White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Astrale ring designed by Bvlgari. One of the ultimate creations by the Italian jewelry house of Bulgari. This iconic movable Astrale ring, was crafted in...
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Flower Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k yellow gold, diamond and sapphire ring by Bvlgari from the Sapphire Flower collection. The ring comprises of 2 flower motifs composed of 10 fancy coloured pear cut sa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Bvlgari Two Tone Pink Tourmaline Dress Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Bvlgari two tone tourmaline ring set in 18k yellow gold. The ring is predominantly set with two vibrant pink trillion cut tour...
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1990s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari ‘Parentesi’ Amethyst and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari ‘Parentesi’ ring in 18k white gold centered by a faceted amethyst with diamond details on the shank. Made in Italy, circa 1980.
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Lapis 18K Two-Tone Gold Pyramid Collection Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite two-tone style, Bvlgari Pyramid Cocktail Ring is crafted in 18K yellow & white gold, centered with a sugarloaf cabochon genuine Laspis, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold

Bvlgari Bague Parentesi Openwork, En or Blanc 18 Carats Et Diamants, Taille EU54
Located in OUISTREHAM, FR
The Bvlgari Parentesi Openwork Ring is a true masterpiece of jewelry design. Made from 18k white gold and adorned with diamonds, this ring features the iconic Parentesi motif, inspir...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Rings and Other Antique and Vintage Cocktail Rings

A flashy symbol of wealth during the early 20th century, antique and vintage cocktail rings have gained broader appeal in the decades since for the hefty dose of glamour they bring to any ensemble.

Cocktail rings earned their name for their frequent appearances during glitzy cocktail parties at the height of the Prohibition era. Back then, these accessories were seen not only as statement pieces but as statements in and of themselves. They openly represented a sense of freedom and independence as well as a demonstration of opulence. After all, the 1920s heralded the Harlem Renaissance and Art Deco design, and a slew of social and cultural shifts meant that women in particular were breaking from pre–World War I conventions and embracing newfound freedoms to express themselves as individuals.

Women expressly wore cocktail rings on the fingers of their right hand versus the left, which was “reserved” for an engagement ring or wedding band, accessories definitely paid for by a suitor. And for cocktail rings, the bigger the colored gem at the center — which is usually mounted in a high setting — and the more elaborate the design, the stronger the likelihood of being noticed.

Cocktail rings remained a popular piece of jewelry for women until the 1930s, when the Great Depression and the onset of war marked a change in behaviors nationwide. While the 1960s and ’70s saw a return in visibility for the accessory, it wasn’t until the 1980s that cocktail rings once again assumed their position as a beacon of luxury and glitz.

During the 20th century, the range of dazzling cocktail rings seems to have been limitless, from glimmering gold rings set with carved jade diamonds designed by David Webb to Pomellato’s pink quartz confections to striking Gucci butterfly rings with accent diamonds set in a pavé fashion.

So, how do you wear a cocktail ring? Cocktail rings “can be worn for almost anything — dinners, date nights, parties, special events, on the red carpet,” explains David Joseph of New York-based jewelry brand Bochic

Can you wear cocktail rings with other rings? “In my opinion, cocktail rings should stand on their own since they showcase a large gem in the center,” says Joseph.

These glamorous jewels can be worn inside or outside crowded taverns, in either daytime or nighttime with casual or dressy attire. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique and vintage cocktail rings, including those offered by Chanel, whose elegant cocktail rings often feature pearls and, of course, diamonds, and sometimes were styled after showy flowers like the camellia, and Van Cleef & Arpels, whose detailed and intricate designs are viewed as miniature pieces of wearable art.

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