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Bochic “Orient” Opal, Ruby Multi Sapphire Vintage Cluster Ring Set 18K Silve
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Opal, Ruby & Multi Sapphire Vintage Cluster Ring Set 18K & Silver Blue Sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

White Oval Cabochon Opal with Emerald Sapphire Fancy Halo Set White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
look of this fine cocktail ring. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 5.27 g. (approx. total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

NWT 9, 009 Rare 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Opal Rainbow Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Opal Diamond Multi Sapphire Ring. Ring is comprised of A LARGE Gorgeous Fancy Fiery White Rainbow Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Rose Sapphires, Opal, Ruby Pearl Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Rose Cut Fancy Color Sapphires, Opal, Ruby & Pearl Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yell...

Nwt 9.249 Rare 18kt Fancy Large Glittering 10ct Opal Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Opal Diamond Pink Sapphire Ring. Ring is comprised of A LARGE Gorgeous Fancy Fiery White Rainbow Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Mother of Pearl, Pink Sapphires Diamonds Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 4.60 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Pearl, Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Watch Australian Opal White Diamond Blue Sapphire Gold Ring, Just Jules
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Ring by jewelry designer Julie Romanenko (Just Jules) showcasing a magnificent violet
Category

2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, G...

6.00 Carat Natural Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring 6.006 Carat Natural Unheated Sapphire and 1.27 Carats Diamond Accents
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Bochic “Orient” Opal, Ruby Multi Sapphire Vintage Cluster Ring Set 18K Silve
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Opal, Ruby & Multi Sapphire Vintage Cluster Ring Set 18K & Silver Blue Sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

5.12ct Natural Opal w/ Double Halo .83ctw Pink Sapphires 1.38ctw Diamonds Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This magnificent ring features a 5.12 carat natural opal surrounded by a double halo of round pink
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Opal Tsavorite Diamond Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
carats opal doublets, .89 carats tsavorite, 1.0 carats blue sapphire and .45 carats of diamonds. See
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

1.57 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring 1.57 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire and 0.32 Carats Diamond Accents set in
Category

20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

White Gold Synthetic Opal Synthetic Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring -14k Cush 1.97ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Synthetic Opal Carat(s): 1.30ct Cut: Cushion Cabochon Synthetic Sapphires Carat(s
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Orient” Opal, Multi Sapphires Ruby Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Opal, Multi Sapphires & Ruby Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby - 3
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

NWT 9, 209 Rare 18KT Fancy Lrg Glittering 14ct Orange Sapphire Opal Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Opal Diamond Orange Sapphire Ring. Ring is comprised of A LARGE Gorgeous Fancy Fiery Orange Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

NWT 9, 189 Rare 18KT Fancy Lrg Glittering 8CT Opal Rainbow Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Opal Diamond Pink Sapphire Ring. Ring is comprised of A LARGE Gorgeous Fancy Fiery White Rainbow Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Rainbow Opal Ring in 18ct gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Rainbow Opal ring featuring a solid black opal in the centre surrounded by a rainbow of sapphires
Category

2010s Australian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Opal, Peridot, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, ...

Rainbow Opal Ring in 18ct gold
Rainbow Opal Ring in 18ct gold
$4,800 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Snake 14k Gold Ring with Opal
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
birthstone ring. Opal vintage ring. 14k yellow gold ring with blue Opal, rose sapphires and diamonds
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Snake 14k Gold Ring with Opal
Snake 14k Gold Ring with Opal
$480 Sale Price / item
40% Off
Opal Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Target Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This exquisite Art Deco-style engagement ring showcases a luminous opal, a timeless symbol of love
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

NWT $26, 000 Rare 18KT Gold Black Opal Fancy Rose Cut Diamond Blue Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Black Opal and Diamond Gorgeous Ring. Ring features a Magnificent Rare Color Changing Black Opal from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Genuine Pink Opal Flower Oval Blue Sapphire Cabochon Solid 14K Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Genuine Pink Opal Flower 33 mm. in diameter with in the center an Oval Blue Sapphire size 7x9 mm
Category

2010s Thai Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.75 Carat Pear Cut Opal Pink Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
! This ring has a magnificently large 3.04 Carat Pear Cut Opal and is surrounded by 32 Pink Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Opal, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

English 9K Yellow Gold Opal Cluster Flower Cocktail Ring, Made in England
Located in Chesham, GB
This ring is made from 9K Yellow Gold with Natural Opal. Like all my jewelry pieces, this ring is
Category

2010s British Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.84 Cts Au Opal, Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring Pendant, Superb Play of Colors
Located in Hong Kong, HK
the most important character people look for is the play of color. The Australian opal in this ring
Category

2010s Hong Kong Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold,...

8.00 Carat Natural Impressive Opal, Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Solid
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.00 Carats Natural Impressive Opal, Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Total
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Orient” White, Blue Opal, Red Rubies Cocktail Ring, 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” White, Blue Opal, Red Rubies Cocktail Ring, 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Gianni Lazzaro Rose Sapphire Opal 26, 22ct Diamond Yellow 18K Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Yellow Gold 18 K Gianni Lazzaro Diamonds 54-0,98 ct HSI Rose Sapphire 58-1,37 ct Opal Rose2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Bochic "Capri" Opal Multi Gem, Ruby Fancy Sapphires Ring Set in 22K Gold Si
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
The Bochic "Capri" Opal & Multi Gem, Ruby Fancy Sapphires Ring Set in 22K Gold & Silver Multi
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Silver

FAWAZ GRUOSI Sculptural Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With 3.76 Ctw Pink Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
An sculptural cocktail ring designed by Fawaz Gruosi. This is a fabulous contemporary cocktail
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Purple Sapphire, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Oval Cab Pink Opal, Oval-Cut Pink Sapphire Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
. This Ring is made up of 10x14 mm Oval-Cab (1 pcs) 5.41 carat Pink Opal, 3x4 Oval-cut (13 pcs) 3.13
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold, 2.63 carats opal doublet, .34 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Malachite Opal 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
carats Ethiopian Opal and Sapphire. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Malachite, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Capri” White Opal Cocktail Ring with Rodorite White Topaz Set In 22K .
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” White Opal Cocktail Ring with Rodorite & White Topaz Natural White Opal cabochon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Topaz, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Capri” Fire Opal Multi Rose Sapphires Set in 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Fire Opal & Multi Rose Sapphires Set in 18K Gold & Silver Natural Fire Opal Oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...

2.34 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.348 Carat Australian Black Opal and 1.15 Carat Diamonds made in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

0.75 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 0.757 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.74 Carat Diamonds made in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

3.49 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 3.49 Carat Australian Black Opal and 1.23 Carat Diamonds made in
Category

20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Bochic “Orient” Opal Fancy Multi Color Pastel Sapphires In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Opal & Fancy Multi Color Pastel Sapphires In 18K Gold & Silver Cluster Multi
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...

Bochic “Capri” White Fire Opal Rose Cut Sapphires Set in 18K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Blue & Multi color Sapphires Ring Set in 18K Gold & Silver Natural White Fire Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...

2.37 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.37 Carat Australian Black Opal and 1.09 Carat Diamonds made in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

2.17 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.17 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.61 Carat Diamonds made in
Category

20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Opal Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold, 2.89 carats opal doublet, .34 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Opal Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold, 2.68 carats opal doublet, .53 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Sapphire, Garant Blue Opal Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Sapphire, Garant Blue Opal Set In 18K Gold Silver Natural
Category

Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Meghna Jewels Opal Diamond 14 Karat Gold Iceland Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
opal, 1.96 carats sapphire and illuminated with .71 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is a size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

4.22 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 4.22 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.66 Carat Diamonds made in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

2.302 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.302 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.53 Carat Diamonds made in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

1.91 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.91 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.58 Carat Diamonds made in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

2.932 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.932 Carat Australian Black Opal and 1.83 Carat Diamonds made in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

1.16 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.164 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.60 Carat Diamonds made in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

4.87 Carat Natural Australian Boulder Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 4.87 Carat, Natural, Australian Boulder Opal and 0.13 Carats of
Category

20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

0.86 Carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 0.86 Carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal and 0.81 Carats of Diamond
Category

20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum

11.69 Carat Natural Australian Boulder Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 11.96 Carat, Natural, Australian Boulder Opal and 0.46 Carats of
Category

20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

8.80 Carat Unheated / Untreated Yellow Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring 8.80 Carat Natural Untreated Yellow Sapphire and 1.01 Carats Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Platinum

Bochic “Capri” Black Pearl, Opal Multi Sapphires Set in 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Black Pearl, Opal & Multi Sapphires Set in 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Black Pearl, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapph...

1.29 Carat Natural Lightning Ridge Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.294 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.62 Carat Diamonds made in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

1.38 Carat Natural Lightning Ridge Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.385 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.62 Carat Diamonds made in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

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Opal And Sapphire Cocktail Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact opal and sapphire cocktail ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 11 vintage or 65 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect opal and sapphire cocktail ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic opal and sapphire cocktail ring over the years, but those made by Ruchi New York, DGI and Margot McKinney are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. Finding an opal and sapphire cocktail ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 30 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Opal And Sapphire Cocktail Ring?

The price for an opal and sapphire cocktail ring starts at $1,037 and tops out at $60,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,464.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Cocktail-rings for You

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.