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Solitaire Rings For Sale
GIA Certified 4 Carat Three Stone Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Rome, IT
GIA Certified 4.14 carat Diamond with an emerald cut set in four pointed prongs. The center diamond is accompanied by a GIA certificate, diamond report. . The diamond is D color and ...
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

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Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 5 Carat Fancy Yellow Heart Cut Platinum Ring
Located in Rome, IT
An exquisite GIA certified 5 carat heart cut diamond ring set with two beautiful trillion cut diamonds and set in solid platinum and 18 yellow gold the ring is resizable
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

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White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Emerald Ring, Emerald Engagement Ring, Emerald 14k Gold Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Emerald ring. Emerald engagement ring. Emerald gold ring. Halo emerald ring with diamonds. Dainty Emerald ring. Real emerald ring. Metal type: Gold, ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond 0.06CT 18Karat Rose Gold Baguette Cut Solitaire Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Behold the 18kt Rose Gold Natural Diamond Solitaire Baguette Ring, a masterpiece of grace and refinement. Crafted with precision from 18kt Rose gold, this ring features a Baguette cu...
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2010s Belgian Modern Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Silver Mens Two-Tone Ring with Onyx
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer unisex all handmade ring crafted from sterling silver and solid 18 Karat yellow gold to create a unique look. The gorgeous ring features a square onyx and is available also with Rubelite. This stunning piece is outstanding in the quality of workmanship and stone selection and is made in our workshop in Athens Greece. Size 13 (can be custom made in all sizes, please contact us). Silver weight: 19.10 gr Gold weight: 2.6 gr Front width 16mm, back width 6mm For a full selection of S.Georgios jewelry...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Rubelite, Onyx, Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Solitaire Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .28ct Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $35 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .28ct Cu...
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20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Pavee Set Blue Natural Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
18ct White Gold Pavee Set Blue Natural Sapphire & Diamond Ring This unique ring features a 1.0ct Blue Sapphire centre stone surrounded by 0.36ct round Diamonds and set on an 18ct Wh...
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2010s English Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Orloff of Denmark, 1.15 ct Ocean Blue Zircon Ring in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Hua Hin, TH
Orloff of Denmark; 1.15 carat Ocean Blue Zircon set in a Solitaire 925 Sterling Silver Ring. Featured on this peace is a natural blue zircon mined, polished and cut in Ratanakiri, C...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Zircon, Blue Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

Rare Kunzite Cocktail ring 14KT rose gold Certified
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful cocktail ring with natural pink kunzite in 14KT rose and 18KT yellow gold. Very rare handcrafted piece! It feels as if the designer wanted to make the ring feathery with al...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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Kunzite, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

9 Carat Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Solitaire Ring 10.50 CTW
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
One 14-karat white gold ring consisting of Fifty-two round brilliant diamonds is set in a wide 11.50 mm ring featuring a center red ruby gemstone.This ruby pave set diamond ring make...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 1.5 Carat TW Channel and Bezel Set Natural Diamond Mens Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1.50 CTTW Men's Round Cut Natural Diamond Ring. Crafted in 18K solid yellow gold. Featuring a bezel-set center stone and a channel-set diamond halo adorning the center. The f...
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Early 2000s North American Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 6 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Platinum Ring
Located in Rome, IT
A STUNNING yellow diamond ring! GIA certified 6 carat Radiant cut Fancy Yellow, center diamond. .85 carats of white side diamonds. Custom platinum a...
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

EGL Cert Baguette Emerald & 0.40ct Natural Diamond Ring In 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
EGL cert Baguette Emerald &0.40ct Natural Diamond Ring, Set In 18ct Yellow Gold Elegance and style combine in this magnificent Emerald and Diamond ring. Adorned with a 0.36ct baguett...
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2010s English Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Azurmalachite MilapillasMine Cabochon MexicanSilver Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
First appearing like an intense green-blue black opal without the flash, this antique natural azurmalachite oval-cut 10mm cabochon in a bezel setting features curvaceous vivid-green ...
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Early 1900s Mexican Art Nouveau Antique Solitaire Rings

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Malachite, Sterling Silver

Amethyst Ring with Enamel Flower Blossoms & Shell Design
Located in Danvers, MA
There is nothing quite like the rich purple of a fine amethyst set in high karat gold - add black enamel and beautiful details to make it really special. Crafted of 18K yellow gold ...
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20th Century British Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel

Cartier Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Band Platinum Ring
Located in Rome, IT
The ring weighs 4.8 grams, size 7.75, ring width is 2.7 mm & 2.4 mm thick, contains 17 Natural Round Brilliant Cut Side Diamonds weighing approximately 0.51 ct, D-F in Color, VVS-VS2...
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2010s French Modern Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Natural Solitaire Marquise Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
Item Code :- SER-23774 Gross Wt. :- 2.92 gm 18k Solid White Gold Wt. :- 2.59 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.63 Ct. (AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 AND COLOR H-I) Ring Size :- 7 US & Al...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Engagement Ring. The ring weighs 3.1 grams, size 6.75, the center stone is a Natural Oval Brilliant Cut diamond weighing 0.7 ct, E in...
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

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Yellow Diamond, Diamond, White Gold

Round Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
0.0.7 Carat Designer Inspired Diamond Yellow Gold Band! Cute and dainty 0.07 Carat Diamond band that is sure to be a great addition to anyone's accessory collection! The band is...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.90ct 14K North to South Classic Emerald Cut Emerald Solitaire Gold Bezel Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a bespoke emerald solitaire emerald-cut engagement/right-hand ring in 14K yellow gold. This gorgeous solitaire ring carries an Emerald cut, emerald in a bezel setting. F...
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2010s Zambian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring, 1.55 Carats
Located in London, GB
A modern diamond and platinum solitaire ring, set with a 1.55 carat, E colour, SI1 clarity, round brilliant-cut diamond, in a four claw setting, with tapered baguette diamond set sho...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 5.47 Carats Oval Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful high end jewelry solitaire engagement ring showcasing a GIA Certified 5.47 carats oval cut diamond, M Color and VVS2 in Clarity. Set in a double claw prongs setting in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Natural Diamond 0.06CT 18Karat White Gold Baguette Cut Solitaire Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Behold the 18kt White Gold Natural Diamond Solitaire Baguette Ring, a masterpiece of grace and refinement. Crafted with precision from 18kt white gold, this ring features a Baguette ...
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2010s Belgian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Platinum 9.51ctw Oval Madeira Citrine Solitaire & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous solitaire cocktail ring is crafted in solid platinum and features a top quality and rare oval step cut natural madeira citrine that is neatly set at the center displayi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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Citrine, Diamond, Platinum

"Tilt" Solitaire Ring in Rose Gold with 3.7 Carat Aquamarine Marquise
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Eytan's playful new solitaire sets a sparkling light blue aquamarine at a pronounced angle. The integrated bezel setting forces rosy gold reflections into the stone, making it appea...
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2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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Aquamarine, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique Arts & Crafts 14K Gold Cabochon Red Stone w/ Floral Sides Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a beautiful antique solitaire ring crafted from solid 14k yellow gold during the Arts & Crafts movement and features a large, oval cabochon cut, red stone neatly bezel s...
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19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Solitaire Rings

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14k Gold

Edwardian Diamond Platinum and 18 Carat Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A stunning Edwardian diamond solitaire ring. The beautiful old European cut diamond measure approximately 50 points and has a clarity of SI2, it set in platinum with pretty platinum ...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

0.25ct Solitaire Round Diamond Ring in 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
18ct White Gold 0.25ct Solitaire Round Diamond Ring This stunning solitaire ring is made of 18ct White Gold and features a single 0.25ct round cut Diamond as the main focus Additio...
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2010s English Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA 4.93 Carat Natural Top Gem Sapphire Diamond Ring Classic Set
Located in New York, NY
The investor's: GIA 3.53Ct Natural Sapphire Excellent, Brilliant step oval cut Clean Clarity Classic Royal Velvet blue color Gorgeous Rays of blues / Video of ring on request M...
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 4 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
An amazing and clear asscher cut diamond certified by GIA 4 CARATS VVS2 H COLOR EXCELLENT CUT
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 7 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Platinum Ring
Located in Rome, IT
An exquisite 7 carat radiant cut fancy yellow diamond ring set with two tapered baguette diamonds. VS2 Clarity
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Circa 1910's Edwardian Platinum .93 ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Presenting an extraordinary testament to the Edwardian era, this engagement ring stands as an exquisite example of the early 1900s craftsmanship. Remarkably preserved, it exudes the ...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Solitaire Rings

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White Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Platinum Solitaire 0.28ct H/SI Diamond Ring in A 4-Claw Setting
Located in London, GB
This elegant Diamond ring is made to perfection. The solitaire Diamond ring is set on a four-claw Platinum band and is perfect for the bride-to-be who wants a small and elegant ring....
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2010s British Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.19 Carat Natural Burma Sapphire 'No Heat' 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A modern and elegant ring by Gem + Honey, set with a fine quality, vivid blue, rectangular, step-cut natural, unheated sapphire from the coveted region of Burma (Myanmar) set in a co...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

2 Matching Moon Shape Pigeon Rubies 0.66ct in 18ct Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
2 Matching Moon Shape Pigeon Rubies , 0.66ct Set In 18ct Yellow Gold Ring This elegant Ruby ring features two matching pigeon cut Rubies of 0.66ct set in a...
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2010s English Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold

White Diamond Round Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful white diamond round design ring handmade in 14k yellow gold. Ring size 5.25.
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

Kent Raible 18 Karat Gold Blue Sapphire Solitaire Ring with Fine Granulation
Located in Mossrock, WA
From the Kent Raible limited edition Studio Collection we present his lovely oval solitaire ring featuring a richly colored Blue Sapphire. The fine granulation detail serves to further highlight this classic alluring gem. Blue Sapphire .48ct 5.9 grams 18 Karat Gold Size 8.75+ Unlike much “designer” jewelry made today, all jewelry work is done under Kent's direct supervision, with the majority of pieces made entirely by his hand. Beginning with the artist's vision and his sketch, every aspect of the work is done in his studio: alloying the metals, pouring ingots from molten gold...
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2010s Artisan Solitaire Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Emerald and Diamond Platinum and Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Emerald and diamond ring set in platinum and 18k yellow gold centering one prong set, emerald cut emerald with an exact weight of 19.34 ct. with GIA Report No. 2225667781 stating Col...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 4 Carat Excellent Cut Cushion Cut Three Stone Platinum Ring
Located in Rome, IT
An exquisite brilliant cushion diamond with two tapered baguette diamonds and is mounted in solid platinum the total carat amount is 1 carats the main stone weight is 4 carats has F ...
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Dome Filigree Ring - 18K White gold dome ring, 0.15ct old European cut diamond
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Filigree Ring,18K White gold dome ring, 0.15 old European cut diamond ring, Alternative Engagment ring, Estate jewelry, boho Vintage jewelry, Jewelry Material: White Gold 18k (the ...
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20th Century European Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. diamond flanked solitaire ring, circa 1950.
Located in London, GB
Tiffany & Co. diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with an emerald-cut diamond, E colour, VVS1 clarity, with a weight of 2.01 carats in an open back claw setting, flanked by...
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1950s American Vintage Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Palladium, Platinum

18 Karat Gold Solitaire Rose-Cut Diamond and Yellow Sapphire Solitaire Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Gold Solitaire Rose-Cut Diamond and Yellow Sapphire Solitaire Fashion Ring This articulate vivid yellow sapphire and diamond ingenious band is elegant. The 5 rows of perfec...
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2010s Indian Modern Solitaire Rings

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

Antique 18k TT Gold 0.37ctw Old European Cut Diamond Floral Open Milgrain Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European Cut - Prong Set - K Color - VS1 Clarity - 0.35ctw (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European & Old Single Cut - Pave Set - ...
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20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 14k White Gold 1.15ctw Marquise Sapphire & Baguette Diamond Accents Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a stunning sapphire and diamond engagement ring that is crafted in solid 14k white gold. The sapphire is neatly prong set at the center and has a very beautiful marquise...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified, 1.00ct Natural Fancy Yellow Heart Shape solitaire Diamond Ring18k
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Elevate your jewelry collection with a stunning embodiment of love and beauty – a GIA Certified 1.00 carat Natural Fancy Yellow Heart Shape Solitaire Diamond Ring. Set upon a resplen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold

Yellow Sapphire with Yellow Sapphire Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Yellow Sapphire 2.54 carats with Yellow Sapphire 3.0 carats Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 1.4 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 5.48 grams "We first opened doo...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

0.35ct G SI1 Princess Cut Diamond Ring in 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
18ct White Gold Princess Cut Diamond Ring Set With a 0.35ct G SI1 Diamond The 18ct White Gold band is set with a 0.35ct diamond at its centre. Additional Information: Total Diamon...
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2010s English Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Old mine diamond solitaire ring, circa 1905.
Located in London, GB
Old mine diamond solitaire ring. Set with a cushion shape old mine diamond, L colour, VS2 clarity, with a weight of 3.35 carats, in an open back claw setting, to an impressive solita...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Elegant 14K Ruby Cocktail Ring, Size 6.75 - Luxury Statement Jewelry Piece
Located in Holtsville, NY
ntroducing our Blooms of Passion Ruby Oval Ring, a radiant masterpiece that encapsulates the fiery allure of rubies within the embrace of nature's passionate blooms. Crafted a name s...
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2010s Indian Solitaire Rings

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Cushion Solitaire Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 5.09 ct. emerald cushion in a handmade 14k white gold mounting. Ring size 6.5.
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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Emerald, White Gold

GIA Certified 3 Carat Oval Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
gia certified oval diamond with side baguette diamonds mounted in 18 carats white gold
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

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White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Estate 1.21 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond G VVS1 Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This contemporary, classy style, Diamond solitaire ring has been totally hand crafted of solid 18 KT white gold Accurate and over-cared workmanship Centrally set with a weighted off ...
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Late 20th Century European Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Natural Yellow Oval Diamond 0.62ct & Cushion Shape Ruby Ring in 18ct Gold
Located in London, GB
Natural Yellow Oval Diamond 0.62ct & Cushion Shape Ruby Ring, Set In 18ct Gold A unique combination of natural Yellow Oval Diamond and cushion shape Ruby, this ring is a one of a kin...
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2010s British Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold

Finest Quality 0.75ct Emerald and 0.30ct Diamond Ring in 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
Finest Quality 0.75ct Emerald and 0.30ct Diamond Ring Set In 18ct White Gold Finest Quality 0.75ct Emerald and Diamond Ring Set in 18ct White Gold. The ring is new Hallmarked as 18k ...
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2010s English Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Princess & Baguette Cut 0.52ct Diamond Ring in 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
18ct White Gold Princess & Baguette Cut Diamond Ring,Total Diamond Weight 0.52ct This beautiful princess cut Diamond ring features a total Diamond weight of 0.52ct and is set in 18c...
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2010s English Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA Certified 4 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
GIA Certified 4 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Antique French white gold solitaire ring with a 0.40ct diamond
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique engagement ring made of 0.750 white gold Made in France in the early 20th century. The classic, delicate shape of the ring with a diamond embedded in an openwork crown make...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

0.69ct G/H/SI Pear Shape Natural Diamond and 1.48ct Round Ruby in 18ct Gold
Located in London, GB
0.69ct G/H/SI Pear Shape Natural Diamond + 1.48ct Round Ruby, Set In 18ct Gold 18ct Yellow Gold Pear Shape Natural Diamond and Natural Round Ruby Ring The Ruby is a lustrous, deep re...
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2010s English Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold

Shop Antique and Vintage Diamond Solitaire Rings and Other Solitaire Rings on 1stDibs

Even as jewelry trends have come and gone, antique and vintage diamond solitaire rings are a classic fashion piece. Although enduringly popular as an engagement ring style, a solitaire ring — whether it's an emerald solitaire ring, a sapphire solitaire ring or another iteration — makes a fantastic addition to any outfit with a variety of shapes and settings to explore.

Solitaire rings have a single stone setting and a minimalistic band in which pressure, bezel or prongs hold the stone in place. They have a long history in jewelry, such as an example discovered in Israel with a single amethyst that could be as old as the third century A.D.

Simple gold rings with single diamonds were prized possessions in Ancient Rome. However, it was not until the 1940s that engagement rings with a solitaire diamond setting became widely popular.

After the turmoil of the Great Depression and World War II led to a decline in diamond prices, De Beers saw an opportunity. The diamond magnate teamed up with the ad agency N.W. Ayer for the “A Diamond Is Forever” campaign. It was a sensation and cemented the solitaire diamond as the leading engagement ring. Statistics show that diamonds are the most common gemstones for engagement rings, preferred by 87 percent of people. (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.) 

Today, the design of solitaire rings takes many forms, and those created by Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and other internationally celebrated jewelry houses are particularly sought-after accessories. Though the single-stone setting remains the same, bands have become more detailed, with some containing other stones or even multiple diamonds. Art Deco, Art Nouveau and other art movements have influenced the design of solitaire rings over the years. However, the simplicity of this accessory remains timeless.

Browse 1stDibs for a unique selection of antique and vintage solitaire rings to accent any fashion choice.

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