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Finding the Right solitaire-rings for You
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 rings, vintage 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Although jewelry trends change from season to season, solitaire engagement rings typically remain in style based on their widespread popularity. The solitaire ring has a timeless look, and the wide variety of gemstone cuts available means that there are many options to choose from. You can consider solitaire engagement rings featuring diamonds as well as colored gemstones like sapphires, rubies, amethysts and topazes. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of solitaire engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023People often wear solitaire engagement rings because of their versatility. Solitaire rings feature a single stone and a minimalist band in which pressure, bezel or prongs hold the stone in place. They're simple enough to coordinate with many different styles of wedding bands. In addition, solitaire engagement rings have become a classic look, making them appealing to individuals who prefer timeless jewelry. Explore a variety of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Cartier solitaire engagement ring price varies depending on material, stone, setting and caratage. Shop a variety of Cartier solitaire engagement rings on 1stDibs.com.
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