Cocktail Rings

As the name implies, the right-hand ring refers to one that is worn on the fourth finger of the right hand. The term is often used for a cocktail ring, which is a statement jewel usually set with colorful gemstones.

Cocktail rings do not follow any convention in terms of design or material. The name originated in the US in the year 1930, when cocktails were illegal under the prohibition laws. In other countries, these rings were called ‘dress rings’ because they were meant for impressing observers on special occasions. In the beginning, the diamond cocktail ring vintage type was worn to show off a wearer’s wealth, with most centerpieces having a 3-carat stone or larger.

As the name implies, right hand diamond rings are worn on the ring finger of the right hand. One of the examples of this is a cocktail ring, as women usually do not wear a cluster ring with large colorful gemstones on the left hand.