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Solitaire Rings For Sale
Mens Ruby ring 14KT natural untreated ruby ring Burma
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elegant mens ring with a beautiful ruby in center untreated 100% natural ruby originating from Burma, the ruby is 7x5mm and the ring is made in solid 14KT yellow gold. Metal Type: 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Natural Marquise Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style filigree Ring in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Indulge in timeless elegance with our marquise blue sapphire Art Deco Style ring. Crafted in white gold, Enhanced by round diamonds on each side, its exquisite filigree design exudes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

HRD Certified Palladium and Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The HRD Certified Palladium and Diamond Solitaire Ring epitomizes understated luxury and timeless sophistication. Crafted from lustrous palladium, a metal renowned for its durability...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Palladium

1901 Nordic Ring 0.7 ct natural Red Ruby solid 18K Gold ØUS5.75 /2.05 gr
Located in SE
Ring for every day in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural Red Ruby of oval diamond cut 5.5 mm x 4.5 mm x 3 mm x 3.35 mm deep / ca. 0.7 ct. This Ruby is transparent of a vibr...
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Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Radiant 0.70ct Emerald-Cut Solitaire Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 0.70ct Emerald-Cut Solitaire Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified Unveil the essence of pure sophistication with this exquisite solitaire diamond ring, fashioned f...
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2010s Israeli Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise Hexagon 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
The serene cyan shade of turquoise is showcased in this ring. The gem is cut into a hexagon shaped cut, allowing the light to highlight its singular tone. 18k yellow gold forms the b...
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2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Flora engagement ring with with round moissanite in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Flora engagement ring with with round moissanite in 14k gold. Five prong round diamond cut moissanite ring. Moissanite engagement ring. Solitaire moissanite ring. Vintage style mois...
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2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Vintage Estate Diamond Ring 0.20ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Estate Diamond Ring. 1.8 grams total weight. 3.7mm diameter diamond which is about a .20ct. Size 5.75. STAMPED 14k.
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Mid-20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1 ct Princess cut moissanite 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
1 ct Princess cut moissanite 14k gold ring. Diamond like moissanite ring. Princess cut moissanite engagement ring. Solitaire moissanite ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2 gr depends ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Garnet Art Deco Solitaire Ring - 14k Rect Cushion Vintage Filigree
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 2 sizes for $30 Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Garnet ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Paraiba Tourmaline Solitare Ring 1.52 Carat Natural
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Original GIA Certificate #1468643249 Natural Paraiba Tourmaline Carat Weight: 1.52 Carat Measurements: 6.99 x 6.13 x 5.57 mm Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7* US ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 0.60ct Moonstone with Side Diamonds Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
This enchanting ring, masterfully crafted in 14K white gold, is a stunning amalgamation of ethereal beauty and sparkling elegance. The centerpiece is a captivating moonstone, weighin...
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2010s Singaporean Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, White Gold

GIA Certified 7 Carat Green Emerald Diamond Solitaire Ring Minor Oil
Located in Rome, IT
An exquisite minor oil emerald of important dimensions 7 carat
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Leon Megé Custom Made Antique Cushion Diamond Engagement Micro Pave Ring
Located in New York, NY
Solitaire engagement ring featuring a True Antique cushion cut diamond at the center. The timeless design is completed with micro pave diamonds on the basket holding the diamond and ...
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2010s American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

0.34ct Green Peridot Solitaire Ring 18k Yellow Gold Size 7 Stackable Asprey
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Peridot - Carats - 0.34ct Cut - Rectangle Color - Light Green Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 4.9 Grams Stamps: 750 Asprey Aldn Made in Italy 750 Fac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1911 John 's Ring Moonstone solid 23K Gold Ø US 7.25 /6 gr
Located in SE
111 years old Swedish Moonstone Ring in solid 23K Gold. Wide shoulders have engraved ornaments, bezel set natural Moonstone measuring Ø 10 mm x 5.85 mm deep / ca. 5 ct. I suspect tha...
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1910s Swedish Art Nouveau Vintage Solitaire Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 22k Gold

Yellow Gold Smoky Quartz Vintage Cocktail Solitaire Ring -10k Oval 6.95ct Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $30 or Down 3 sizes for $30 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Smoky Quartz Carat(s): 6.95ct Cut: Oval ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Quartz, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro French 2.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Platinum Solita
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro French 2.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Platinum Solitaire Ring. Featuring one old European cut diamond weighing approximately 2.00 carats, graded K colo...
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1940s Vintage Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

EXCEPTIONAL GIA Certified 8 Carat VVS2 Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing a masterpiece of unparalleled beauty and prestige: the 8 carat fancy yellow VVS2 clarity GIA certified diamond ring. Envision a radiant brilliance that commands attenti...
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2010s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Daisy flower 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Daisy flower 14k gold ring. Love Me, Love Me Not 14k gold ring. Flora engagement ring with with moissanites and lab sapphires in 14k gold. Vintage style moissanite ring. Valentines d...
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2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Natural Aquamarine Vintage Style Filigree Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Dive into elegance with our Aquamarine Vintage Style Filigree Ring in yellow gold. Adorned with a captivating emerald-cut aquamarine stone, its serene aqua blue hue mesmerizes the se...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian GIA 15.77 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian GIA 15.77 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring. Featuring one GIA old mine cut diamond of 15.77 carats, accompanied by GIA #6224902382 stating the ...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.5 ct solitaire moissanite 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
0.5 ct solitaire moissanite 14k gold ring. Six prong set round brilliant cut moissanite ring. Classic moissanite engagement ring. Solitaire moissanite ring. Vintage style moissanite...
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2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Leon Mege Lotus Halo Engagement Ring with Blue Sapphire and Diamond Micro Pave
Located in New York, NY
The 1.18-carat "Montana-Blue" natural sapphire is set into our exclusive "Lotus" halo ring; the stone is surrounded by diamond-studded corolla held by petals which are set with "secr...
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2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian 0.70ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
Simple yet timelessly elegant, this Edwardian solitaire ring displays a single 0.70 carat, old cut diamond. The diamond has a colour of H and a clarity of VS1 and is claw set into an...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Men's Diamond Solitaire 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This vintage men's ring is a testament to timeless style and sophistication. Crafted from 14 karat yellow gold, the ring features an approximate .34 carat round brilliant cut diamond...
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Late 20th Century Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Blue Topaz Vintage Style Filigree Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Capture the essence of the sky with our blue topaz vintage style filigree ring in yellow gold. Featuring a stunning round blue topaz stone in a serene sky blue hue, this ring radiate...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Leon Mege Vivid Round Green Tsavorite Garnet in Micro Pave Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
The vivid-green 1.06-carat tsavorite has been cut into a masterfully balanced gem and has excellent clarity with only minor inclusions typical for such material. The gemstone is set ...
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2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Tsavorite, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Important 9.18 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18k GIA Columbia
Located in Wailea, HI
Stunning Platinum Emerald/Diamond Ring, meticulously crafted to exude elegance and sophistication. This captivating piece features: 🔹 1 Emerald Cut Emerald: An awe-inspiring 9.18c...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

1923 Antique Ring 0.7ct natural Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 6.75 US /2.2gr
Located in SE
A ring from the distant Art Deco period featuring an 18K Rose Gold sleekly band + old European diamond cut natural Sapphire Ø 5 mm x 2 mm deep / ca. 0.7 ct. Stone is of light Blue / ...
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1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Labradorite Iris Quartz One of a Kind Oval Galaxy Gold Ring, Devta Doolan 2024
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Galaxy Ring handcrafted by acclaimed jewelry maker Devta Doolan in the artist's signature finished 18k yellow gold showcasing a magical Iris Quartz set atop labradorite...
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2010s American Artisan Solitaire Rings

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Quartz, Labradorite, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Antique Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique Rose Cut Diamond Ring An antique ring with a central rose-cut diamond. Made circa 1900 Ring Size: 7.25 Resizable free of charge Metal types: 18K Gold and Silver
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20th Century Unknown Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Edwardian 0.80ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This exquisite Edwardian solitaire ring centres around stunning old cushion cut, 0.80 carat, diamond. The claw set diamond has a colour of J and clarity of VS1. Flowing down from thi...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 0.91ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This timeless solitaire dates back to the 1920s. Held within platinum claws sits a wonderful 0.91 carat old cushion cut diamond. The diamond has an estimated grading of H in clarity ...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Leon Mege Platinum East-West Ring with 1.00-carat Emerald Cut Tsavorite
Located in New York, NY
Beauty comes in diverse shapes and sizes. So do Leon Mege's colorful right-hand platinum rings set with a rainbow of colorful natural gemstones. This beautiful combination of a natur...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Tsavorite, Platinum

.50ct Natural Sapphire Double Cluster Ring 14kt
Located in New York, NY
Natural sapphire cocktail bypass ring. . 50ct. Natural round blue sapphires. Vivid Royal blue, clean clarity and transparent 14 karat white gold 3.5 grams 12 mm wide deck Depth...
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Amethyst Solitaire Ring - 10k Oval 1.43ct Ribbed Dome
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $30 or Down 2 sizes for $20 Note: If going up in size, the ring's shank will become very oval in shape. Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Inf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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Amethyst, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Deco 0.65ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
This timeless Late Deco engagement ring features a 0.65 carat diamond, highlighted by diamond set shoulders. The round brilliant cut diamond has a colour of G and clarity of SI1, and...
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring 0.45ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Diamond solitaire ring in 14k yellow gold setting. Stamped 14k and weighs 2 grams. The diamond is rectangle shape, step cut, .45 carats, G color, VS clarity. The ring size is 6 and c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Cabochon Emerald Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.5 grams. Totally is emerald 0.56 carat. Ring size is US 6.5 (We offer free resizing) We can make any size. Box is not included. Please conta...
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Early 1900s Antique Solitaire Rings

Yellow Gold Cultured Mabe Pearl Cocktail Solitaire Ring - 14k Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $35 or Down 2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Cultured Mabe Pearl Size: 15mm Style: Cocktail Solitaire Theme...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Blue Sapphire Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new diamond and blue sapphire ring in 18 Karat white gold. This modern vintage ring's design was inspired by art deco themes. The centre marquise diamond is approximately 0...
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1930s Thai Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rare Vintage Chopard Happy Diamonds Pear Shape 18k Yellow Gold Ring with Box
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Chopard Happy Diamonds Pear Shape 18k Yellow Gold Ring. Inspired by drops of water, Chopard's Happy Diamonds collection features diamonds that are free to swirl gracef...
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20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 8 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Oval Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
An oval 8 carat natural fancy intense yellow diamond flanked on the sides by two half moon side diamonds 1 carat total F color VVS2 clarity. The three stones are professionally cert...
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2010s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings

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

GIA Certified 15 Carat Golconda Type IIA Emerald Cut Diamond BOTSWANA ORIGIN
Located in Rome, IT
An exquisite 15 carat Type IIa diamond ring with an impressive lenght. Take a look at the video This diamonds are regularly knocking down auction records. Gems of this type are o...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

18K White Gold Art Deco Diamond Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies Art Deco ring in 18k white gold with diamond. The ring is marked 18k and weighs 1.6 grams. The diamond is a light yellow single cut. Fancy open metalwork on the sides and t...
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Mid-20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 2.84 Carat Ruby 18k White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage 2.84 Carat Ruby 18k White Gold Solitaire Ring. Featuring one oval mixed cut ruby of 2.84 carats. Crafted in 18 karat white gold with purity mark and ruby weight engraved ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sterling Silver Amethyst Cocktail Solitaire Ring 925 Oval 6.50ct Floral Milgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 925 Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Amethyst Carat(s): 6.50ct Cut: Oval Color: Light Purple Total Carats: 6.50ct S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Natural Peridot Vintage Style Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage-inspired ring radiates elegance, boasting intricate carved and curled detailing that accentuates its beauty. Featuring three round lime green peridots set delicately in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

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Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1.97 Carat GIA Certified Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine example of Art Deco Era craftsmanship. The 1.97 Carat Transitional (Early Round Brilliant) Cut Diamond Engagement Ring is composed of platinum. GIA certified L color & VS2 cla...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1.01ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful old cushion cut diamond sits central in this classic solitaire ring. The 1.01 carat diamond has a colour of H and a clarity of VS2. Claw setting work holds the diamond wi...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Rare Tiffany & Co Frank Gehry Torque Round Diamond 18k White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co Frank Gehry Torque Round Diamond 18k White Gold Solitaire Ring. A rare piece from the Tiffany & Co collaboration with renowned architect Frank Gehry. This piec...
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20th Century American Solitaire Rings

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

Art Deco 0.70ct diamond solitaire ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Intricately crafted, this gorgeous take of the timeless solitaire ring was crafted in the 1920s. The art deco piece centres around a 0.70 carat old cut diamond. the diamond have a co...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA-certified 2 Carat Heart-Shaped Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing a masterpiece of love and elegance: The GIA-certified 2ct Heart-Shaped Diamond Ring, set in a harmonious blend of 18K White & Yellow Gold. This ring is a testament to sop...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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

GIA Certified 4.50 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Ring Triple Excellent Cut
Located in Rome, IT
GIA Certified 4.50 Carat Round Diamond Ring F COLOR VS2 CLARITY Triple excellent polish and symmetry
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Exceptional GIA Certified 5 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
This amazing 5 carat heart shape diamond is set in solid platinum made in Italy by our best artisans the stone has been certified by GIA
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Type IIA Golconda Type GIA Certified 10 Carat Oval Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Behold the pinnacle of luxury and sophistication – our extraordinary 10 carat oval diamond, a masterpiece of unparalleled beauty and refinement. Certified by the esteemed Gemological...
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2010s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Solitaire ring set with old mine cut diamond up to 1.00ct 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolor gold solitaire ring set with old mine cut diamond. 1.00ct - I - SI2 - ring size U.S. 5 - EU. 15.75 (49) detailed description: the top of the ring is 6.7 mm wide by 6.0 ...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k 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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