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Solitaire Rings For Sale
Style: Modern
Style: Tudor
GIA Certified 4 Carat Oval Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Presenting an exquisite diamond ring featuring a GIA certified 4-carat oval diamond, whose visual impact surpasses its carat weight, resembling the brilliance of a 5-carat diamond du...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Berca GIA Certified 2.23Kt No Heat Cushion Cut Siam Red Ruby 1960 Ballerina Ring
Located in Valenza, IT
Outstanding GIA Certified 2.23 Carat Cushion Cut NO HEAT Siam Red Ruby, 2.46 Carat Marquise and Brilliant Cut White Collection Diamond (D-E, IF) Original Sixties(circa 1965) Hand Crafted Ballerina Setting...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Exceptional GIA Certified 4 Carat Oval Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An amazing 4 carat diamond with the ratio of a longer diamond.
The diamond has excellent polish excellent symmetry and none fluorescence.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 5 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Indulge in the allure of sophistication with this captivating ring, where a magnificent 5-carat emerald-cut diamond takes center stage. The G color and VVS2 clarity of the diamond co...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2 Carat Jade Jadeite Solitaire Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely crafted Solitaire Cocktail Ring, center Hand set with a securely nestled 2 Carat Oval Cabochon Jadeite Jade. Hand crafted Platinum mounting. Ring size 4, we ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Jade, Platinum
Vintage White Pearl and Orange Sapphire Sterling Silver Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! With an 8.80mm White freshwater Pearl below with top of Ring Hand set with 23 Diamond-Cut 1.9mm Round Natural Orange Sapphires; weighing approx. 0.70tctw. 925 Ster...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, R...
GIA GRS Certified 4 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA GRS Certified 4 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Category
2010s Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Arunashi 18KT White Gold, 10.11Ct. Cabochon Emerald Ring with Opals & Diamonds
By Arunashi
Located in New York, NY
The founder and mastermind of the California brand ARUNASHI, Arun Bohra, was unarguably learning the art of jewelry in Oz. Arun is known as "the prince of Jaipur," paying tribute to ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Opal, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 5.23 Carat KASHMIR Blue Sapphire NO HEAT Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This fantastic sapphire from Sri Lanka has a weight of 5.23 carats and is certified by GIA one of the most important laboratories in the world for the quality certification of colore...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Diamond
Tiffany & Co. Six Prong 2.11 Carat Round Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a classic 6-prong diamond engagement ring crafted in platinum by Tiffany & Co, mounted with 2.11 carat round brilliant cut of F color, VVS2 clarity.
Tiffany's certificate in...
Category
20th Century American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.53 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This captivating platinum engagement ring is a testament to timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. It is designed to be both visually stunning and comfortable, with a size of 6.5 and a weight of 6.7 grams, ensuring a perfect balance between presence and wearability.
At the heart of this exquisite ring is a breathtaking 2.53 ct natural elongated cushion brilliant...
Category
2010s American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Citrine Cabochon and Diamonds 14k gold ring.
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with citrine cabochon and diamonds. Vintage inspired citrine ring. Citrine candy ring.
14k solid gold
Weight: 2.6 g depends from size
...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold
HRD 2 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring Hearts & Arrows
Located in Chicago, IL
One of a kind 2 carats diamond ring. This is a very special stone because is an exceptional white G color in fact in the certificate is clearly written a rare white G so it looks muc...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Internally Flawless Clarity GIA Certified 3 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Gorgeous and utterly classic vintage engagement ring combines eye catching impressive sparkle with an eternally stylish design. The 3 ...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Marquise Jade Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Style: Statement Ring
Ring Size: 7 (resizing available for a fee)
Total Weight: 3.3 Grams
Gemstone: Jadeite Jade
Condition: Vintage...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Palladium with 18k Gold, Designer Ring by Rohrbacher, Aquamarine and Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Palladium with 18K Gold Designer Ring by ROHRBACHER. Aquamarine and Diamonds.
Exclusive and high quality designer ring from the traditional manufacturer Rohrbacher.
The ring is heav...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Aquamarine, Palladium, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Exceptional GIA Certified 5 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
3x cut polish and symmetry
none fluorescence
very white diamond
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Halo Emerald Ring with Diamonds in 14 Karat Gold
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: Gol...
Category
2010s Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
A Large Aquamarine And Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A large aquamarine and diamond ring, the rectangular radiant-cut aquamarine weighing 43.10 carats, four claw-set to a brilliant-cut d...
Category
Early 2000s British Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
MADE IN ITALY GIA Certified 5 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 5 Carat F Color Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Topaz Ring with Diamonds in 14 Karat Gold, Sky Blue Topaz 14k Gold Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Halo topaz Ring with Diamonds in 14 Karat Gold. Topaz gold ring. Topaz engagement ring. Round topaz ring. November birthstone topaz ring. Everyday topaz ring. 14k gold ring with topaz . Topaz Wedding Ring. Vintage topaz ring...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold
4.35 Carat Natural Emerald Cut Emerald Solitaire Mossy Green Gold Ring 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a classic emerald solitaire engagement or right-hand ring. This spectacular piece features a remarkable 4.35-carat, natural emerald cut emerald from the origins of Zambi...
Category
2010s North American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.02 Carat H VVS2 GIA Solitaire and Paved Diamond Jacket Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This original ZAHIRA FINE JEWELLERY design is made from a GIA certified 2.02ct H VVS2 solitaire and is set into a sparkling diamond band using high quality VVS diamonds and 18k white gold. The diamond has great brilliance and luster and was created to shine on its own as an elegant engagement ring or it can also be fitted with the paved diamond jacket to enhance and elevate the design for ultra luxury and modern feel. Furthermore the two diamond paved jackets can be worn alone or fitted into one another to make another diamond ring. Very elegant and very versatile this ring that can we worn FIVE ways.
This is a truly special engagement ring or statement diamond ring...
Category
2010s Thai Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Antwerp Certified 4.75 Carat Oval Red Ruby Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite and substancial 4.01 carat oval ruby diamond ring
The main stone has an incredible color very bright and red! much more beautiful in person!
the ruby is being sold loo...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond
2.01 Ct GIA Certified Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond with tapered baguette
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning ring features a magnificent 2.01 carat oval brilliant cut diamond, certified by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), as its centerpiece. The diamond, boasting a ...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2.51 Carat Marquise Halo Diamond Ring 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Marquise Mod Halo
1.01ct. Marquise diamond Ring
I-color, Si-1 clarity
9 x 5.5mm
.70ct (2) Side Trilliant cut diamonds
I-color vs-2 clarity
& .80 round diamonds accents:
H-colo...
Category
2010s American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 10 Carat NO HEAT BURMA Blue Sapphire Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite unheated and untreated blue sapphire with origin BURMA that is extremely rare and valuable
furthermore the sapphire has no signs...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Flawless GIA Certified 2 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
FLAWLESS GIA Certified 2 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Excellent polish
Excellent symmetry
F COLOR
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Swedish Silversmith, Modernist Ring in Sterling Silver with Mountain Crystal
Located in bronshoj, DK
Swedish silversmith. Modernist ring in sterling silver adorned with mountain crystal. Dated 1976.
Diameter: 18 mm.
US size: 7.75
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
In most cases we can...
Category
1970s Swedish Modern Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond VVS2 Clarity Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Experience the exquisite beauty of this GIA-certified 4-carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Diamond Ring. The intense yellow color of the diamond, coupled with its vvs2, creates a captivating...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
6.10ct 14K Genuine Rich Green Colombian Emerald Heart Anniversary Solitaire Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
This ring is not for the faint of heart! Displayed is a VERY large Colombian emerald heart solitaire ring in 14K gold. This gorgeous solitaire ...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 6 Carat Vivid Green Emerald Ring Exceptional Minor Oil
Located in Chicago, IL
Showcasing an exquisite investment grade emerald cut green natural emerald certified by AGL with top color and top clarity.
Based on emerald...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
Tiffany & Co. GIA Certified 1.19 Carat F VS1 Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Solitaire Engagement Ring.
The stone is GIA certified 1.19Ct F VS1 XXX.
Tiffany & Co. serial Number etched on the crown.
The stone is set in PLT/950.
The ring comes wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
3.83ct 14K Colombian Emerald Marquise Cut Solitaire Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a stunning Colombian emerald, marquise cut, solitaire ring. This custom piece is extremely unique, as having emeralds cut in these rare shapes is very uncommon. This nat...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Leon Megé Custom Made Antique Cushion Diamond Engagement Micro Pave Ring
By Leon Mege
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 ...
Category
2010s American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
9.95ct 18K Vintage 1890s Emerald Solitaire Ring - Huge Handmade 750 Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Introducing a bespoke Brazilian emerald vintage-inspired solitaire ring, custom crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold. This breathtaking piece features an impressive 9.95-carat Brazil...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald
Exceptional VVS1 Clarity GIA Certified 6 Carat Oval Cut Diamond
Located in Chicago, IL
EXCEPTIONAL FLAWLESS GIA Certified 6 Carat Oval Cut Diamond
F COLOR
VVS1 CLARITY
EXCELLENT POLISH
EXCELLENT SYMMETRY
FAINT FLUORESCENCE
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond
GIA Certified 4 Carat D Color VS1 Clarity Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 4 Carat D Color VS1 Clarity Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Citrine Gold 14k Gold Ring, Citrine Everyday Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Citrine 14k gold ring. Citrine everyday ring. Round citrine 14k gold ring. Citrine engagement ring. Citrine Geometric ring. Genuine citrine ring. Citrin...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Citrine, 14k Gold
MOGOK Burma GRS Switzerland 4.57 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Cocktail Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite natural untreated and unheated burmese ruby with a certification that states the origin.
The side diamonds sum 1 carat of round brilliant cut diamonds and the ring has ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 8.25 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning fancy intense yellow diamond (looks fancy vivid in the ring) with white diamond double halo basket, GIA certified. High jewelry by Antinori di Sanpietro ROMA
8.25 carats tot...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
GUBELIN Certified 9 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Exceptional Certified 9 Carat Blue Sapphire
Diamond Ring Exceptional Certified 9 Carat Blue Sapphire
Unheated sapphire
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 3 Carat Fancy Yellow Cushion Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Amazing natural GIA certified fancy yellow cushion cut diamond ring with two side trapezoid natural diamonds at each side mounted in 18 carats yellow gold
The main stone sparkle is...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 7 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 7 Carat round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
g Color
vs1 Clarity
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
3.02 ct Platinum Pear Brilliant Shaped & Tapered Baguette Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
3.02 ct Platinum Pear Brilliant Shaped & Tapered Baguette Cut Diamond Engagement Ring.
The ring weighs 8.2 grams, size 6.5, the center stone is a 2.6 ct Natural Pear Brilliant Cu...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Gorgeous Vintage Solitaire 18K Yellow Gold Aquamarine Ring - 30.00ct.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hello gorgeous! This gorgeous Vintage Aquamarine Ring truly is a special (and very big!) piece! Crafted in 18K Yellow Gold, the design is a classic basket holding a stunning natural ...
Category
1950s Modern Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Yellow Gold
EXCEPTIONAL VIVID GREEN 6 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite and very large 6 carat green emerald set with two side trapezoid diamonds with a total weight of 7 carats
the side diamonds are very high quality as well F color VS/VV...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Pink Diamond Ring
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
A pink diamond ring surrounded by white diamonds is a striking piece that combines the rarity of a pink diamond with the brilliance of white diamonds. The central pink diamond, known...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 5 Carat Oval Shape Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing the epitome of everlasting love and refined elegance - our Platinum Oval Diamond Engagement Ring with GIA Certification. This exquisite piece transcends time, capturing t...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Rose Cut Diamond and 14 Karat Gold Snake Ring
Located in Berkeley, CA
This stunning 14k Gold Snake Ring with diamond head is a classic and modern beautifully designed snake. It has a delicate reptilian textur...
Category
2010s American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
GRS Switzerland 3.70 Carat Oval Royal Blue Sapphire Ring Unheated Untreated
Located in Chicago, IL
GRS Switzerland 3.70 Carat Oval Royal Blue Sapphire Ring Unheated Untreated
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Exceptional GIA Certified 8 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Studs
Located in Chicago, IL
EXCEPTIONAL GIA Certified 8 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Studs.
Designer: Antinori
Material: Platinum
Shape: Round
Weight: 4ct each
Color: F
Clarity: VVS
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
IMPORTANT GIA Certified 5 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite ring handmade in Italy designed by Antinori Fine Jewels
The main stone is a 5 carat asscher cut diamond with excellent proportions
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
2 Carat Old European Vintage Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage diamond ring commands attention with its impressive size and a beautifully detailed filigree setting adorned with diamonds. The generous 2-carat round brilliant cut cent...
Category
1940s Italian Modern Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 4 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your style with this exquisite 4 carat Asscher cut diamond ring, a radiant embodiment of timeless sophistication and refined luxury.
Main Diamond:
At the center of this stun...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold
2.90ct 18K Deep Rich Green Colombian Emerald Cut Emerald Solitaire Bezel Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A remarkable AAA emerald BOLD solitaire hand-crafted ring masterpiece. This dapper piece features a spectacular 2.90-carat, fine rare Colombian emerald that displays the most outstan...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solitaire Ring with Colombian Emerald in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with GGL 23060063
Located in Lucerne, CH
This exquisite solitaire ring features a stunning 2.16-carat octagonal-cut emerald from Colombia, renowned for its rich, vibrant green hue. Set in luxurious 18-karat yellow gold, the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 25 Carat Turquoise Solitaire Ring with 1.10 Carat Diamonds, Size 6.25
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous, richly blue turquoise cabochon solitaire ring.
Features a 25 carat turquoise set in platinum.
Round and tapered baguette cut diamond accents.
Featured in the Heritage "Fine...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
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 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.