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Carved Citrine, Sapphire Dia Mythology Collection Persephone Ring by Madstone
Located in El Dorado Hills, CA
Specs: 18k yellow gold ring with 72 carats of Carved Citrine, 5.25 carats Fire Opal, 2 carats
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2010s North American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Lapis Diamond1.84 Carat Blue Sapphire Ring
By KAHN JEWELRY
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, HK
other color combination with pink sapphire with pink opal. Ring size- US 6, Kahn also provide
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian, French, Natural Ox Blood Coral Cocktail Ring, Original Box
Located in Rochford, Essex
gemstones: Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, Aquamarine, Opal, Peridot, Moonstone, Amethyst, Natural Pearls
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Antique Late 19th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Moonstone and Diamond Statement Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
A Blue moonstone marquise in a halo of diamonds radiates with tapered baguettes of Sapphire
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2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Iolite, Moonstone, Quartz, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanit...

Antique, Edwardian, 18 Carat Gold, Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
out our other items. Each set with extraordinary gemstones: diamond, sapphire, emerald, ruby, opal
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Early 20th Century British Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline

Antique, Edwardian, 18ct Gold, Natural Turquoise and Diamond Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
engagement rings! Please check out our other items. Each set with extraordinary gemstones: diamond, sapphire
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Early 20th Century British Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold

Andreoli Rose Opal Pink Sapphire Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Andreoli
Located in New York, NY
Andreoli Rose Opal Pink Sapphire Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

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

Antique, Art Deco, Platinum, Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
set with extraordinary gemstones: Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, Aquamarine, Opal, Peridot
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Early 20th Century American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Incredible Antique, Belle Époque, 18 Carat Gold Peach Moonstone and Diamond Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
: diamond, sapphire, emerald, ruby, opal, turquoise, amethyst, jade, citrine, black opal, peridot
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Early 20th Century British Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Luminous Large Ring in Lapis, Malachite, Mother-of-Pearl, Onyx and Diamonds
Located in Paramus, NJ
lapis aquamarine tanzanite turquoise black garnet red garnet opal moonstone tourmaline green tourmaline
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2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.28cttw Multi-Gemstones with Diamonds 0.58cttw Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
bunch! This gorgeous statement ring showcase 4.28 ct. t.w. of rainbow opal, orange sapphires along with
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2010s Indian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver

Freeform Aquamarine Multi-Faceted Stones Stacking Rings Set of 2
By Mark Nuell
Located in London, GB
band - Freeform aquamarines 3.50cts and 3.75cts - Ring UK Size: N 1/2 - Band width: 3.6mm Rings are
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2010s British Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Daria de Koning Holley Agate Chalcedony, Rainbow Moonstone, Amethyst, Iolite Ring
By Daria de Koning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
stones like emeralds and sapphires for their intensely saturated hues, but also the unusual and highly
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2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Iolite, Moonstone, Platinum

18k Rose and Yellow Gold Opal Gemstone Sapphire and Rose Cut Diamond Galaxy Ring
By Bibi van der Velden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
rings and necklaces, while one statement cocktail ring is crafted around an opal that stands out for its
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2010s Dutch Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Opal, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, T...

18k Rose and Yellow Gold Opal Gemstone Sapphire and Rose Cut Diamond Galaxy Ring
By Bibi van der Velden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
rings and necklaces, while one statement cocktail ring is crafted around an opal that stands out for its
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2010s Dutch Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Opal, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, T...

Small Gold Tulip Ring with Pink Sapphires Amethyst Opals Tsavorite and Crystal
By Bibi van der Velden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
ring. This statement cocktail ring is designed with 18k rose gold petals and an 18k yellow gold shank
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2010s Dutch Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Tsavorite, Amethyst, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gol...

One of a Kind 21.82 Carat Prase Opal 1.95 Carat Blue Sapphire Gold Ring
By Pampillonia
Located in Richardson, TX
Brand New: One of a kind 18K blackened white gold prase opal and blue sapphire cocktail ring
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2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Mammoth Tusk Galaxy Ring
By Bibi van der Velden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
old Mammoth Tusk, Opals, Diamonds and Blue Sapphires. This ring is from the Galaxy Collection
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2010s Dutch Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Antique, Edwardian, 18 Carat White Gold, Peridot and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
. An unusual and refined cocktail ring, perfect for special occasions. Place Of Origin: United
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Early 20th Century British Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, White Gold

Star and Moon Mammoth Galaxy Earrings with Opal Diamond and Sapphire
By Bibi van der Velden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
necklaces, while one statement cocktail ring is crafted around an opal that stands out for its swirling
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2010s Dutch Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Galaxy 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mammoth Tusk Opals and Diamonds Spinning Necklace
By Bibi van der Velden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
planets in rings and necklaces, while one statement cocktail ring is crafted around an opal that stands
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2010s Dutch Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Opal, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Contemporary Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior Contemporary Cocktail Ring manufactured in Yellow Gold and setted with: - 1 Cabochon Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Fire Opal, Gold, Yellow...

Opal Blue Sapphire White Topaz Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ring was made in 9K Yellow Gold for antique style in the Victorian Era. Center Opal (Oval 8x6
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Late 20th Century Thai Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Blue Sapphire White Topaz Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ring was made in 9K Yellow Gold for antique style in the Victorian Era. Center Opal (Pear 8x6
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Late 20th Century Thai Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruchi New York Ethiopian Opal, Multicolored Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
Sapphires and white Diamonds set in 18 karat black rhodium gold. Ethiopian Opal: 2.59ct total weight
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Ye...

RUCHI Ethiopian Opal, Multi-Colored Sapphire, and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal: 6.52ct total weight. Multi Colored Sapphires: 4.18ct total weight
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, ...

Rosior Contemporary Fire Opal, Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Ring in Yellow Gold
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
A Contemporary one-off Cocktail Ring by Rosior set in 19.2K Yellow Gold with: - 3 "sugarloaf
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Fire Opal, Purple...

8.13 carats Ethiopian Opal, Pink Sapphires Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Modern style Opal and Pink Sapphire &Ring set in 18K Gold & Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Ruchi New York Ethiopian Opal, Multi Colored Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
Iridescence Collection Ethiopian Opals bursting with fire with multi colored Sapphire and Diamond
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, G...

Rosior Sapphire, Emerald, Opal and Diamond One-off Cocktail Ring in Yellow Gold
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior Contemporary One-of-a-kind Cocktail Ring made in Yellow Gold and set with: - 1 Pear Cut Pink
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sap...

Rosior Fire Opal, Diamond, Emerald and Sapphire Cocktail Ring set in Yellow Gold
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
A Rosior Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring set with: - 4 "Sugarloaf" Cabochon Fire Opals weighing 1,96 ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, Purple Sapphire, Gold, Yell...

Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Ceylon Blue Sapphire and Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous Opal and Blue Sapphire cocktail ring set in 18K white gold. The opal, gorgeous in
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Ethiopian Opal with Emerald and Sapphire Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This gorgeous Opal cocktail ring crafted of 18k yellow gold and features a 6.49 carat center stone
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.19 Carats, Australian Doublet Opal, Pink Sapphire Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Doublet Opal & Pink Sapphire Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

7.19 Carats, Australian Doublet Opal, Pink Sapphire Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Doublet Opal & Pink Sapphire Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

ON HOLD Estate 5 Carat Australian Opal Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This ring is on hold for a customer. A charismatic combination, this 5 carat Australian opal
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Vintage 1980s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Opal Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Capture mysterious beauty with this Black Opal, Sapphire, and Diamond Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

10.05 carats, Ethiopian Opal, Ceylon Multi Sapphires Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, one of a kind, Opal & Multi Sapphires Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Large Dome Cocktail Ring with Opals and Sapphires Set in 14K Gold, circa 1960s
Located in Pasadena, CA
Large dome cocktail ring with globe shaped Opals and small round Sapphires set in 14k gold - Circa
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Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

18k Gold, 14.68 Carat Ethiopian Opal, Blue Sapphire Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and one of a kind, Ethiopian Opal & Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring set in 18K White
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2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Handcraft Australian Opal 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Sapphires Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Amazing 18 Karat white gold cocktail ring. Handmade by our craftsmen and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

2.50 Carat Fire Opal Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 2.50 Carat Fire Opal, Multi-Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring! This uniquely designed
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Fire Opal, 14k...

18K Gold, 8.92 carats, Ethiopian Opal, Multi Sapphires Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Ethiopian Opal & Multi Sapphires Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

6.60 carats Ethiopian Opal , Pink Sapphires Rose Cut Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A classic Art Deco style Opal and Pink Sapphire Cocktail ring set in 18K White Gold & Diamonds. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Opal, Tsavorite, Sapphire and Garnet 14K Gold Ring
Located in Toronto, ON
Opal, Tsavorite, Sapphire and Garnet 14K Gold Ring. Set with an oval opal, accented by tsavorite
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20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 14k Gold

2.55 carats Ceylon Pink Sapphire, Pink Opals Diamonds Cocktail Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Pink Sapphire & Pink Opal Cocktail Engagement Ring set in 18K Yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Opal White Sapphire and Kyanite Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
opal is surrounded by white sapphires and kyanite. Size 7 1/4.
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unity Ring in Opal, Diamond, Sapphire and Silver
Located in Oakland, CA
. Only 1 available. Opal is the October birthstone, sapphire for September, and diamond for April.
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Silver

6.13 Carat Opal, Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Center Stone Detail: 1 Oval Opal at 6.13 Carats - Measuring 15.4 x 11.7
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Natural Ethiopian Opal, Pink Sapphires Diamonds Cocktail Ring Set in 18K Gold
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and one of a kind, Opal & Pink Sapphire Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold & Diamonds
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2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Australian Opal Yellow Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Australian Opal Yellow Gold 18 Carat Diamonds And Sapphires Cocktail Ring Ring weight 22.90 grams
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Mimi Milano Pink Opal Sapphire Ring
Located in Feasterville, PA
A stunning Mimi Milano ring featuring Pink Opals and a blue sapphire in 18k rose gold. Size 6 1/4
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Set in 18k Gold, Australian Doublet Opal, Pink Sapphire Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and modern, Doublet Opal & Pink Sapphires Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

4.45 Ct. Ethiopian Opal Emerald Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A mesmerizing Ethiopian opal at its center, glowing with vibrant colors. Framed by deep sapphires
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Set in 18K Gold, 14.70 Carat Opal, Multi Sapphires Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Modern style Opal & Multi Sapphire Ring set in 18K Gold & Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

4.5 Ct. Ethiopian Opal Orange Sapphire and Ruby Style Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
. At each of the four points of the ring, stunning orange sapphires are set to complement the opal
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Emerald, Pink Sapphire Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Opal, Emerald & Pink Sapphires Cocktail Ring set in 18K Rose Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

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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.