Cocktail rings are undeniably chic, with exuberant colors and spirited designs. Cocktail rings come in colors to match every outfit and are always fun and stylish to wear. Can't decide what to give that special lady who loves a splash of glamour? Give her a cocktail ring from the Topazery collection. Set with fabulous oversized gemstones, like citrine, amethyst, jade, sapphire, peridot and many more... a cocktail ring will be a treasured gift that is worn often.
A Brief History of Cocktail Rings
During prohibition in the US, cocktail rings became quite fashionable to wear at illegal "cocktail" parties. Women attended these cocktail parties in style, flashing their glamorous, colorful rings. These boldly designed cocktail rings became status symbols for the women who wore them. Cocktail rings continued to be popular into the 1940's and 1950's. Celebrities today have made cocktail rings with large diamonds and gemstones a fashion statement. Cocktail rings are especially popular for formal dressy occasions as well as events like film premiers, Broadway theater productions, and award shows like the Oscars or Emmys.
This smashing antique aquamarine cocktail ring is for the woman who likes rings that make a dramatic statement on her finger. The focal point greenish blue marquise cut aquamarine weighs 5.10 carats. The 14 yellow gold band that clutches the aquamarine is highlighted with scalloped wings at the shoulders and fancy open scrollwork around the bezel. Circa 1920.
A trio of diamonds flows down the elongated center of this vintage diamond cocktail ring. The 18k white gold band of this 1930s dinner ring rises to an open-weave freeform top setting. A ladder of diamonds extends down the center. The three diamonds that pinpoint each step are single cut and total 0.04 carats. Circa 1930.
A filigree mounting holds a Carnelian cameo in this 1920's antique ring. Carved into the fiery Carnelian is the bearded face of an ancient warrior. Thirty-two round natural pearls soften the angular edges of the 3.0-carat tablet cut gemstone. The 14k white gold band of this antique ring is carved at the corners of the shank with dainty flowers. The band itself is ornately carved and pierced. Circa 1920.
An Art Deco antique diamond dinner ring demands attention with its hand wrought mounting and elongated filigree design. The NorthSouth setting of this antique cocktail ring gives it distinctive flair. A trio of old style round brilliant cut diamonds cascades down the center of this platinum intrigue. An additional twelve old style round full cut diamonds are sprinkled throughout. The combined weight of all the diamonds, which range in color from G to H and clarity from VS1 to SI2 is 0.85 carats. Circa 1930 or later.
The 18k white gold band of this 1930s aquamarine and filigree cocktail ring is carved at the shank in a delicate vine pattern. Bursting forth from the vines tendrils is a marquise faceted mixed cut aquamarine that weighs 4.80 carats. A pair of single cut diamonds flank the centerpiece gemstone of this antique ring. Antique cocktail rings like this one also make unusual engagement rings for the non-traditional bride. Circa 1930.
The rose cut diamonds in this antique Georgian ring shine softly like the early evening light of winter. The 14k yellow gold band of this antique diamond ring has a carved shank and is topped with a circular silver setting. Therein are twenty-one rose cut diamonds that total 0.90 carats. This very cool piece is also perfect for the lady who wants an unusual antique engagement ring! Circa 1800.
This antique aquamarine cocktail ring captures the bold and daring spirit of the 1920s. The elongated teardrop setting of this Art Deco dinner ring shows off a marquise cut aquamarine. A collection of fourteen round single cut diamonds surround the centerpiece gemstone. They have a combined diamond weight of 0.18 carats. A 14k white gold band provides a tonal backsplash for the dramatic milgrain-trimmed gemstone setting. The shoulders of the band are carved in a feathery design. Circa 1920.
This glorious diamond cocktail ring features an unusual multi-level domed design. The top of this antique dinner ring consists of an intriguing blend of teardrops and love knots. Trimmed in millgrain, these architectural elements are bead set with a collection of twenty-six full cut diamonds. The total diamond weight of this antique cocktail ring is 0.92 carats. A JG trademark is stamped inside the platinum band. Circa 1950.
Tie up her heart forever with this antique cocktail ring with a diamond bow motif. The focal point of this antique ring is a romantic pear cut pink tourmaline weighing 1.70 carats. Adding a whimsical touch is a bow-arranged collection of fifteen round single cut diamonds from which the tourmaline suspends. These diamond accents total 0.20 carats. An 18k yellow gold mounting with a white gold top provides the backdrop for this antique dinner ring. Circa 1920 or later.
Pearl and Old Mine Cut Diamond Antique Engagement Ring
Old mine cut diamonds create a dazzling halo around a 6.8mm Akoya pearl in this antique engagement ring. This antique engagement rings shimmering top is accentuated with ten old mine cut diamonds. Two additional rose cut diamonds dapple the shoulders of the hand-wrought 18k yellow gold band. These twelve diamonds total 2.54 carats. The centerpiece Akoya pearl that is peg set amidst all this diamond radiance is slightly greenish brown with orange and rose overtones. Circa 1920.