Retro 1.50 Ct Old European Cut Diamond VVS Solitaire Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This outstanding Retro Diamond solitaire ring is 1940/45 ca It has been substantially hand crafted
Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 4.00 Ct G/VVS Radian Cut Diamond Solitaire 18k Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Diamond solitaire ring, in essential and modern design, so elegant and refined style
Diamond, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 4.00 Cts VVS Natural Diamond 18K Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Color Grade : I Diamond Clarity Grade : VVS Gold Color: White Gold Gold Purity : 18K Our Promise
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier 0.30ct Round Diamond VVS Ellipse 18k White Gold Solitaire Ring
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Round Brilliant Diamond 18k White Gold Solitaire Ring. Beautiful white gold ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$159,200Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5 Carat G Color VVS Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Solitaire Platinum Ring. The centerpiece of this stunning ring is a magnificent 5-carat emerald-cut diamond
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$112,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 3.11 ct Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring – Triple Excellent, VVS
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This extraordinary Tiffany & Co. diamond solitaire ring features a 3.11-carat natural diamond
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2.06 Carat Round Diamond Crossover Ring Baguettes 14 Karat VVS*
Located in New York, NY
diamond specifications. K-color VVs-2 Clarity 1.00ct. Side baguette diamonds: Vs-2 Clarity G-color
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 17.94 Carat Natural Spessartite Diamond Ring or Best VVS
Located in New York, NY
sparkles throughout VVS - clean clarity Brilliant and vibrant color please see certificate for details
Diamond, Other, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 11.00 Carat VVS Emerald Shape Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
*💎 The Statement Diamond 💎* A _huge 11.00 carats emerald shape natural diamond in J Color , VVS
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 8.00 Carat F/VVS Oval Shape Natural Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
with a lustrous GIA Certified Natural Diamond of 8,00 carat, in perfect oval shape, F color , VVS
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 10.00 Ct J/VVS Emerald Shape Diamond 18K Gold Solitarie Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Diamond solitaire ring, in a contemporary design, so modern and essential design. so
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 2.20 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Ring Platinum Yellow VVS-2
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.20ct cushion cut diamond ring. Report Id: 2155069500 U-V Color Vvs-2 clarity
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA certified 1.30ct. Round cut diamonds ring G/VVS-1 platinum classic & Wreath
Located in New York, NY
GIA 1.00ct. Round cut diamond & .30ct. diamonds ring. Report: 2155648778 G-color, VVs-1 Clarity
Diamond, Platinum
GIA certified 2.00ct. Cushion cut diamond ring G/VVS-2 platinum classic baguette
Located in New York, NY
GIA 1.50ct. Cushion cut diamond & .50ct. diamonds ring. Report: 16317918 G-color, VVs-2 Clarity
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.46 Carat Emerald Cut Diamonds Ring 18 Karat F/VVs-1 Coil A*
Located in New York, NY
Coil Wrap Mod Deco GIA 1.06ct. Emerald cut diamond Ring F color VVs-1 clarity 6.50 x 5.18 x
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
3.74 Ct Radiant Cut Fancy Light Yellow Diamond, VVS-1 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
diamond, Clarity Grade of: VVS-1. Size 6. Wisper thin setting.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5 Carat Marquise Statement Brilliant White VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5 carats, marquise, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Oval Statement Brilliant White / D color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
: VVS. The setting prioritises stability and comfort, so the diamonds sit securely while keeping light
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Cushion Statement Brilliant White / G color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5 carats, cushion, statement ring, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Princess Statement Brilliant White / D color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5 carats, princess, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Marquise Statement Brilliant White / F color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
: VVS. The setting prioritises stability and comfort, so the diamonds sit securely while keeping light
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
6 Carat Oval Statement Brilliant White / D color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 6 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.5 Carat Marquise Statement Brilliant White / J color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5.5 carats, marquise, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.5 Carat Pear Statement Brilliant White / D color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5.5 carats, pear, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
6 Carat Cushion Statement Brilliant White / D color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 6 carats, cushion, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.5 Carat Pear Statement Brilliant White / G color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
: VVS. Metal: 14K White Gold. The setting prioritises stability and comfort, so the diamonds sit
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Pear Statement Brilliant White / F color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5 carats, pear, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Cushion Statement Brilliant White / D color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5 carats, cushion, statement ring, diamond ring. A serious diamond ring with
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
6 Carat Radiant Statement Brilliant White / J color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 6 carats, radiant, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Emerald-cut Statement VVS 14K White Gold Purity in Perfection
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5 carats, emerald, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
6 Carat Pear Statement Brilliant White VVS 14K Gold Flawless-Level Presence
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 6 carats, pear, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Cushion Statement Brilliant White / J color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5 carats, cushion, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Pear Statement Brilliant White VVS 14K White Gold Precision-Cut Radiance
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5 carats, pear, statement ring, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the face
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Brilliant White / G color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Brilliant White / D color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Heart Shape Statement Brilliant White / F color VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bespoke 3Carat Pear Diamond 18K Gold GIA F VVS Hasbani Engagement Solitaire Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This bespoke exquisite oval-shape diamond ring is a refined statement of luxury, meticulously
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
14K solitaire diamond ring approx. 0.82 carat VVS, F, white
Located in Berlin, DE
Fantastic solitaire Ring with large round diamond in claw setting. Size and Quality approx. 0.82
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold
$78,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3.00 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring VVS
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A refined and timeless diamond solitaire ring featuring a GIA certified round brilliant cut diamond
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold 0.75ctw Bezel G VVS Diamond Solitaire Pendant 17" Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - G Color - VVS2
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Solitaire Ring with 0.70 ct D VVS Diamond & 1 ct Pavé Accents
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This exquisite 18K white gold ring features a brilliantly faceted 0.70 ct D-color, VVS-clarity
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry 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 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.
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