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Solitaire Rings For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1940s
Old Ring Bague au Firmament Diamond Blue Enamel 18K Gold Ø5.75 US/ 5.5 gr
Located in SE
Аntique ca. early XX cent. solid 18K Yellow Gold Bague au Firmamen styled Blue Enamel and Diamond Ring. Hallmarked 750, likely Italian 1920s -1930s, logo of the maker. L
Crown is 14...
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1920s Italian Empire Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Platinum
Antique 14K Blue Glass Ring Size 7.5
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful antique ring is 14k white gold with a thin line of yellow gold around the stone.
Measurements:
The simulated blue stone is 7mm (apx 1 carat).
The face of the ring mea...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Materials
14k Gold
Vintage Circa 1960s 18k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 10 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.76 ct.
The diamond is has G color and vs clarity.
Ring size is US 6.25
We can make any size.
Box is not inclu...
Category
1960s Turkish Retro Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
4.02 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a platinum diamond solitaire engagement ring. The ring features a centralised 4.02 carat round transitional cut diamond.
Condition: Used (Excellent)
Weight: 4.0 grams
Ring ...
Category
20th Century Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Ring 20ct. Rock Crystal solid 18K Gold Ø 7 US / 8.82 gr
Located in SE
Beautiful ca.1930s -1940s European Ring featuring huge natural Rock Crystal or colorless Quartz stone.
The band and crown in solid 18ct Yellow Gold + bezel set natural Rock Crystal ...
Category
1930s European Retro Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring .05ct Old Mine Cut Original 1920's Antique 14K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1920's Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring .05ct Old Mine Cut 14K
Featuring a Gorgeous Genuine .05ct Natural Old Mine Cut Diamond Center
Very Rare Yel...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Star Sapphire and Diamond Men's Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Star Sapphire & Diamond Men's Ring
Approximate Sapphire Weight: 9.71 Cts
Diamond Weight: .16 Cts
Ring Size: 7
Re-sizable free of charge
Category
1980s American Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage 1.19 Carat Diamond and 14k White Gold Solitaire Ring Circa 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine, and impressive vintage 1.19 carat diamond and 14 karat white gold solitaire ring; part of our diverse collection of vintage diamond jewelry.
This stunning unisex v...
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum 1.29ctw GIA Old Mine Diamond Engraved Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This is an absolutely breathtaking, highly detailed, antique engagement ring that was crafted from solid platinum during the Art Deco period. It features a GIA certified old mine cut...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Lavender Jade Bracelet and Ring Set
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies 18k yellow gold and lavender jade bracelet and ring.
Stamped 750 and weighs 19.9 grams gross weight.
The bracelet measures 6 1/2 inches l...
Category
Late 20th Century Solitaire Rings
Materials
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald and Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
Emerald and Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
One emerald Cut Emerald Weighing 1.24 Carats [bright with no imperfections visible...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 0.5 Carat Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
This antique piece was handcrafted during the early twentieth century. This sweet and simple solitaire style features a sparkling half carat ( 0.50 ) diamond in the center. The cente...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Solitaire Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold/18K White Gold Vintage Diamond Ring 0.35ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies 14k yellow gold and 18k white gold diamond ring.
Stamped 14k , 18k and weighs 1.8 grams.
The main ring is 14k yellow gold with a 18k white gold head for the center diamond.
Th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.20 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a classically styled diamond solitaire engagement ring. This vintage piece showcases a single pear shaped diamond boasting a bright white colour tone in a platinum five ...
Category
20th Century Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Boucheron Paris Solitaire Natural Unenhanced Burmese Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
Boucheron Paris Burmese sapphire and diamond solitaire ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Burmese sapphire in an open back claw setting with a weight...
Category
1930s French Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Old Cut
Located in Chicago, IL
This absolutely breathtaking 2 carat old European cut diamond is striking in size, exceptionally clean with VS1 clarity, and dazzling with gorgeous, fiery brilliance! The diamond has...
Category
1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Solid Yellow Gold Oval Smoky Quartz Large Circle Open Basket Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)–
(1) Natural Genuine Quartz - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Smoky Brown Color - 25.3x17.6mm (approx.)
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold
Weight: 11.54 Grams
Ring Size: 6.0...
Category
20th Century Solitaire Rings
Materials
Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Oval Jade Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Style: Statement Ring
Ring Size: 7.25 (resizing available for a fee)
Total Weight: 5.6 Grams
Gemstone Specifications:
Center Gemsto...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Jade, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Circa 1960s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 5.5 grams.
The main rose cut diamond 0.70 ct.
Totally is side brilliant cut diamond 1 ct.
The diamond is has G-H-I-J color and s1-s2-s3 color ...
Category
1960s Turkish Retro Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Old Mine Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
Old mine diamond solitaire ring. Set centrally with a cushion shape old mine diamond, L colour, SI2 clarity, with a weight of 4.48 car...
Category
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage French Yellow Gold Ring with White Pearl
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Vintage French Yellow Gold Ring is an elegant piece of jewelry, crafted in 18kt yellow gold and featuring a classic white pearl centerpiece. The pearl, with its smooth luster and...
Category
20th Century French Artisan Solitaire Rings
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 6.00ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Embodying the opulence of the Art Deco era, this engagement ring presents a 6.00 carat old European cut diamond within its handmade platinum setting. Certified by EDR, the beautiful ...
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 4.03 carats Colombian Emerald Ring Minor Oil Type AGL Certificate
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful 4,03 ct Colombia Minor Oil Emerald, settled in a platinum and diamonds art deco ring. The color of this Emerald is top scale.
Certificate A...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Circa 1980s Deep Green Nephrite Jade Cabochon Ring 14 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Forged in 14 carat yellow gold, this gorgeous vintage ring, circa 1980s, features an opulent deep green Nephrite jade cabochon set on patterned domed shoulders. This lovely adornment...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Danish Modern Jørgen Larson 14 Karat Gold & Amethyst Gemstone Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Danish modern gold & amethyst ring
In 14k gold.
By Jørgen Larsen.
With a spherical amethyst gemstone bead. We believe this ring is mean...
Category
20th Century Danish Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
Diamond Amethyst Ring 14K Gold Band Vintage Estate
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Amethyst Ring 14K Gold Band Vintage Estate
This vintage ring is crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold (carefully tested and guaranteed). The ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Solitaire Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Signed Wesley Emmons Bar Top Modernist Sterling Silver & Button Pearl Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An impressive, signed Wesley Emmons ring.
Comprised of sterling silver, this fine taperd bar top ring is set with a cultured button coin pearl.
Emmons was an important jewelry make...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Solitaire Rings
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
14k Yellow Gold Contemporary Horizontal Oval Blue Topaz Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This handsome, contemporary ring is a horizontal, oval faceted, medium blue color blue topaz, approximately 1.97 CTS, half flush set into wide, high polished go...
Category
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.5 carat rose-cut diamond mounted on 18k gold.
Located in Firenze, FI
antique rose cut diamond ring .
center diamond weigh over 2.5 carat.
18k gold , sizable to any ring size
Category
20th Century Egyptian Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7.5 #20752
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7.5
This stunning 14k yellow gold ring features one oval opal (7 mm x 5 mm) accented with two round brilliant cut diamonds, the perfe...
Category
20th Century Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique German Cluster Ring Diamonds 14K Yellow Gold Silver Ø US7.5/ 6 gr
Located in SE
German cluster Ring ca 1920s- 1930s with carved band and shoulders in solid 14ct Yellow /Orange toned Gold with Silver crown holding 7 eight-cut Diamonds. The central setting can be ...
Category
1920s German Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Silver, 14k Gold
Vintage Circa 1970s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 3.3 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.48 carat.
The diamond is has H color and vs clarity.
Ring size is US 6 (We offer free resizing)
We can make an...
Category
1970s Asian Retro Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Solitaire Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This diamond solitaire is simply stunning. The old mine cut diamond measures approx 25pts. Modelled in 18carat gold.
Ring Size: L or 5 3/4
Band Width: 5mm
Height: 4.5mm
Weight: 3g
Category
1910s British Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Gorgeous Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring. The center stone is an old mine cut diamond measuring approximately .45 cts ...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Retro Platinum Colombian Emerald Diamond Baguette Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Platinum Colombian Emerald Diamond Baguette Engagement Ring. This beautiful engagement ring is crafted in platinum. The center holds a natural colombian emerald and has large baguette...
Category
1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Cartier Diamond Platinum Ring and Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Diamond Platinum Ring and Band Ring
One transitional-cut diamond weighing 1.27 carats, six small round-cut, set in platinum; marked Cartier
Band ring made of platinum and s...
Category
Early 20th Century Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage FOUGERAY Ruby and Diamond Ring with GIA
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details:
Ring Size: 6
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 9.3 grams
Ruby Details: Natural Ruby, Heated, Red, 2.00ct, with GIA Report#5234141063
Diamon...
Category
1950s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Antique 5.19 Carats Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous antique engagement ring, showcasing a solitaire 5.19 carats old European cut diamond certified by GIA as N color and VS1 clarity, set with a unique compass basket setting....
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s 18 Carat Gold Partial Rub over Setting Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 18 carat gold, this adorable vintage ring, circa 1930s, features a delightful Old Mine Cut diamond in an elegant white gold partial rubover setting on a gleaming yellow go...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Solitaire and 14K White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This striking Art Deco band meticulously handcrafted from 14K white gold is set with a 0.40-carat stunning Old European-cut diamond, F color, VS clarity, complemented with intricate ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mens Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Vintage .62 TDW
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This beautiful estate ring for a man is finely crated in solid 14K White gold and set with Diamonds. The center .60ct Diamond is very clean VS2 clarity and I color. Two side round si...
Category
20th Century Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian 5.02 Carat E/VVS2 Oval Cut Diamond Engagement Ring by Janesich
By Janesich
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent & rare example of Edwardian era elegance created by the famed Italian Jewelry House Janesich. Composed of Platinum & featuring a spectacular GIA certified 5.02 Carat O...
Category
1910s Italian Edwardian Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Classic GIA 6.16cts D-VS1 Diamond Pear Shape Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite diamond engagement ring is centered by one elongated pear shape diamond of approx. 6.16cttw. GIA graded the diamond, with t...
Category
1960s North American Modern Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Firenze, FI
vintage old mine cut diamond , set on 18k gold
Cut : Old Mine Cut
Metal : 18k Gold
Carat Weight : 0.35
Color : K/L
Clarity : Vs
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Platinum Solitaire Round Diamond Engagement Ring 1.06 FVS1
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Diamond Engagement ring finely crafted in a six prong platinum mounting featuring a 1.06 ct. round brilliant diamond center graded F color and VS1 Clarity. Ver...
Category
1990s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Sterling 18k Lemon Quartz Inlay Butterfly Ring Asch Grossbardt
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous estate ring is a product of Eric Grossbardt.
It is sterling silver with 18k yellow gold accenting. It features a 10x12mm lemon quartz and beautifully inlaid butterflies...
Category
Late 20th Century North American Modernist Solitaire Rings
Materials
Quartz, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1.61 Carats European Cut Diamond Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This Vintage art Deco Ring ring is crafted in solid Platinum
With a geometric, mill-grain deco design.
It is centered with a genuine vint...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Buccellati Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Buccellati
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural blue sapphire , 8.1 x 7.5 x 4.6mm, approx 2.1ct
Marked: M. Buccellati Italy 750
Ring top 15mm wide. Ring size 6.75 (Sizable)
Total Weight: 7.1 grams
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Alliance Ring Diamonds Rubies solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.25 /2.5 gr
Located in SE
Alliance Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with 9 pave set brilliant cut Diamonds and Rubies Ø 1.75 mm / ca 0.02ct. each. Color of Diamonds ca. F,G / VVS. All stones have open backs. Cus...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Retro Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Tourmaline & 14k Gold Solitare Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A wondrous and stunning ring that will bring to life your jewelry collection! This ring is made of a vibrant 14k gold complimented by a large tourmaline stone in the center. Don't miss the great details like the intricate and ornate carved gold on either side of the stone. Pair this ring with your favorite green Bottega...
Category
1940s Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Tourmaline, 14k Gold
18k Yellow Gold & Silver GIA 6.10ct No Heat Collet Set Sapphire Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Emerald Cut - Collect Claw Prong Set - Blue Color - No Heat - Ceylon - 6.10ct (Exact-certified)
** See Certification Details Below for Co...
Category
20th Century Solitaire Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Tiffany & Co GIA 1.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1990's Tiffany & Co diamond solitaire engagement ring. GIA certified round brilliant center diamond in a platinum six prong crown on top of an 18k yellow gold setting. GIA certified as F (colorless) and VS2. In the 1990's time period, Tiffany used diamonds of this high quality. The Tiffany hallmark...
Category
Late 20th Century Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique old mine cut diamond solitaire 14k gold ring centered with 1 old mine cut diamond with an estimate weight of 0.50 carats diamete...
Category
Early 1900s Russian Art Deco Antique Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
14K Antique 1/2 Carat European Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K yellow gold diamond ring featuring an European cut diamond weighing about 1/2 carat. The diamond measures 5.2mm and is set in an 18K white gold 8 prong head that looks like a cr...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro Ring natural 30ct Rock Crystal / Quartz 18K Gold Ø7.75 US /14.5gr
Located in SE
Beautiful ca.1930s - 1950s Swedish Ring featuring huge natural Rock Crystal or colorless Quartz stone.
The band and crown in solid 18ct Yellow Gold + bezel set natural Rock Crystal ...
Category
1950s Swedish Retro Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Vintage Small Sapphire Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Circa 1940's
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Cute Sapphire Ring
Circa 1940's
14k Yellow Ring
finger size 5.25
Weight 2.2 grams
Natural Sapphire size approx 4.0mm nice Blue Tone
(#bjn 1934591)
Category
1940s Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s French Mauboussin 4, 17 Carat Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum, dog head hallmark.
Magnificent diamond solitaire ring, it is set with a modern brilliant- cut diamond with 6 claws, supported on both sides by two baguette- cut diamonds.
Total weight of the diamond : 4.17 carats. Quality certified by the french laboratory...
Category
1970s French Retro Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire Engagement Cocktail Ring .65ct 14k Antique Original 1920s-193
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1920's-1930's Sapphire Engagement Ring .65ct 14K Yellow Gold Art Deco
Featuring a Gorgeous Natural Round Cut Center Blue Sapphire
100% Natural Sapph...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow 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 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.