The 1950s Smoky Quartz Cocktail Ring
A wonderfully dramatic 1950s cocktail ring centred around an arresting smoky quartz stone in the richest shade of deep cognac - almost resembling aged whisky held against candlelight. The faceting catches light with extraordinary depth, revealing flickers of burnt amber, mahogany, and dark honey beneath its surface.
Encircling the quartz is a delicate halo of clear rhinestones, adding that unmistakable mid-century glamour the 1950s did so beautifully -  elegant, feminine, and unapologetically dressed. The contrast between the smouldering warmth of the smoky quartz and the brilliance of the rhinestones gives this piece a distinctly old-Hollywood aura.
 
One of the loveliest details of this ring is its fully adjustable back, allowing it to sit comfortably and securely on different finger sizes - whether worn close and fitted on the ring finger or slightly looser as a dramatic cocktail statement.
 
This is the kind of jewel one imagines worn by a woman with lacquered hair, opera gloves, and a long evening cigarette holder at a champagne gathering somewhere in post-war Europe. A piece with presence, yet refined enough to remain timeless even decades later.
 
Style it with deep chocolate silks, ivory tailoring, vintage fur collars, black cashmere, or even a simple white shirt to let the ring become the focal point. It pairs beautifully with gold tones, warm makeup palettes, and eveningwear - but equally striking when worn unexpectedly during the day.
 
A true collector’s piece from an era when costume jewellery was made not merely as an accessory, but as theatre for the hands.
 
- c.1950s; 
- Smokey quartz, rhinestones and metal
- In excellent vintage condition. No defect or damage or damage. Please see close up video for quality assurance.
- Measures: 3 cm x 2 cm
- Sourced from London, England.