Cocktail rings today are an incredible fashion statement, with colors that pop and eye-catching sparkle. Their popularity is undeniable, worn by well-known celebrities and local fashionistas. The cocktail ring is sure to stand out at any formal occasion, but also adds pizzazz to the jeans and t-shirt look.

Cocktail rings got their name from the times of the prohibition, where women, dressed in their finest, wore them to signify that they were drinking illegally at parties. The rings developed into a status symbol during the 1920s, and has spanned through the 1940s and 50s. Celebrities have proven that the cocktail ring is here to stay, with the baubles frequently present on red carpet events and fashion runways.

Most early versions of the cocktail ring were made with diamonds for those who could afford them, while others opted for less expensive stones such as blue topaz and amethyst. Most commonly today, the cocktail ring is made with rhinestones and semi-precious stones. A cocktail ring made with diamonds and precious stones could cost a buyer millions. While wearing a cocktail ring used to signify status, today it eludes more of a fashion statement. There is one thing for certain, be it a symbol of status or good fashion sense, the cocktail ring isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.

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