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By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Engagement Old European Cut 2.05 TDW This gorgeous circa estate ring is finely crafted in solid 18K White Gold. The center Old European cut diamond is ....

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20th Century Solitaire Rings

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Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Diamond, Platinum

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By Jacob & Co.

Located in Southampton, PA

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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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$506

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Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Vintage from the 1980s Materials: Stone Gemstone: Diamond Gem color: Colorless Band color: Gold Style: Minimalist Beautiful 3 stone Diamond ring Sparkles from all directions. Make ...

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Estate 18k/Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring 1.50ct

Located in Narberth, PA

A timeless engagement ring! Crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum, this ring features a solitaire elongated cushion cut diamond. The 1.50ct stone is held within a platinum four-pro...

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Materials

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

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Located in New York, NY

Platinum 4.43 cts Diamond Ring, 10.77 mm’s diameter, H color, SI2 clarity, band depth graduates form 2 mm’s to 4 mm’s, band width graduates from 4 mm’s to 6 mm’s, size 6.5

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Located in Mumbai, IN

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Located in Mumbai, IN

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Romantic Solitaire Rings

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Located in Mumbai, IN

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Romantic Solitaire Rings

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Estate Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate estate solitaire diamond engagement ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 14 vintage or 10 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for an estate solitaire diamond engagement ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 1.5 Carat and 2 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing estate solitaire diamond engagement ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Chanel each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and old mine cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an estate solitaire diamond engagement ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Estate Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring?

On average, an estate solitaire diamond engagement ring at 1stDibs sells for $3,138, while they’re typically $495 on the low end and $28,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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.

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. 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.

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.