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Solitaire Rings For Sale
Style: Modern
Style: Tudor
GIA Certified 5 Carat G Color VVS Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing an extraordinary piece of fine jewelry—a GIA Certified 5 Carat Emerald Diamond Solitaire Platinum Ring. The centerpiece of this stu...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
David Yurman 1.62 ct Signature Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Chicago, IL
David Yurman 1.62 ct Signature Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Rope Platinum Engagement Ring.
The ring weighs 10.2 grams, size 6, the center is a DY Signature Natural 1.62 Cushion B...
Category
2010s American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Padparadscha Sapphire , White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Two Tone Gold, Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ruby solitaire ring in 14k two tone gold. Ruby engagement ring. 14k gold ring with natural emerald. July birthstone ring. Ruby jewelry. Real ruby ring.
...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold
New Made 18k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Caliber Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 5.2 grams.
Totally is center rose cut diamond 1.04 carat.
The center rose cut diamond L color and s1.
Totally i...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1.10 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The diamond in this ring measures 1.10 carats and is H/I colour. The stone has a wonderful glisten to it and either side sit tapered baguette diamonds on the shoulders. The ring is m...
Category
1960s British Modern Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
3.0ct 14K Natural Emerald-Oval Cut Men's Solitaire Bezel Set Gold Pinky Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A custom-made, men's natural emerald solitaire ring made in 14K yellow gold. The earth-mined oval cut Zambian emerald is natural, and fi...
Category
2010s American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The central emerald cut diamond in this ring measures 45pts and is I/J colour VS and has tapered baguette diamonds either side. These measure 5pts each. The stones all have a wonderf...
Category
1960s British Modern Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
3.20ct 18K AAA+ Fine Quality Asscher Cut Colombian Emerald Solitaire Bezel Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a rich dark green AAA+ top-of-the-line Colombian emerald, solitaire, emerald-cut bezel ring in solid 18K yellow gold. This gorgeous solitaire ring carries a full 3.20-ca...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid 18k Yellow Gold Genuine Pink Sapphire Ring, Dainty Sapphire Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pink Sapphire Solitaire Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural sapphire of 0.51 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style, every occasion or any outfit.
Sapphire stimu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
14 K Gold Ring with Oval Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with natural emerald and diamonds. May birthstone.
14k solid gold
Weight: 1.50 g.
Central stone: Natural emerald
Weight - 0.52 ct approx, oval cut.
Color: Viv...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 1.42 Carat Emerald-Cut Garnet Solitaire Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Yellow Gold 1.42 Carat Emerald-Cut Garnet Solitaire Ring
Rare, ethereal, and sumptuous, this classic Garnet ring is exemplary. Featuring an Emerald-cut Garnet set in a four...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.94ct 14K Emerald Cut Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring Round Diamond Accent 585
Located in Jupiter, FL
This elegant ring features an emerald-cut, AAA-quality lab-made emerald, boasting exceptional clarity and captivating luster. Accentuating the vivid center stone is a halo of natural...
Category
2010s Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald
GIA Certified 8.40 Alexandrite Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite engagement ring is a remarkable showcase of craftsmanship and unique gemstone selection, featuring a total weight of 8.71 ct. Crafted in platinum, a metal known for it...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Alexandrite, Platinum
Vintage 9.05 Carat Cirtine and Diamond Sterling Silver Architectural Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Architectural Solitaire Cocktail Ring. Featuring a Hand set 9.05 Carat Oval Buff Top Citrine, measuring approx. 20mm x 15mm. Each corner enhanced with a Hand set Ro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Topaz, Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Tanzanite 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with tanzanite and diamonds. Tanzanite engagement ring. Minimalist tanzanite ring. Blue gemstone ring. Tiny tanzanite ring.
14k solid gold
Weight: 1.5 g. depends from ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
14k Gold Diamond Baguette Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
A 0.21 ctw solitaire baguette diamond with G color and VS clarity is set in the middle of a narrow band to give it a modern, cutting-edge appearance. The band is made of solid gold, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Everyday Aquamarine Solitaire Ring for Women in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Everyday Aquamarine Solitaire Ring for Women in 14K Gold featuring natural aquamarine of 0.94 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style.
Aquamarine is useful for mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiny Everyday Pear Peridot Solitaire Ring in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Tiny Everyday Pear Peridot Solitaire Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural peridot of 1.19 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style, every occasion or any outfit.
Pe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS Certified 5.60 Carat Pear Cut Colombian Minor Oil Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GRS Certified 5.60 Carat Pear Cut Colombian Minor Oil Emerald Diamond Ring
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Switzerland 3.25 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring Made in Italy
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite Colombian cushion vivid green emerald ring boasts a sought-after gemstone. Colombian emeralds are famed for their pure, rich greens and considered especially beautiful. ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
14k gold rig with pear ruby
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 karat solid gold ring with natural ruby. July birthstone. Lotus ring with ruby
14k solid gold
Weight: 2 g. Depends from size
Central stone: Natural ruby
Weight: 0.40 ct, color - ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
3.23tcw 14K Emerald Two-Stone Toi et Moi Ring - Bezel Set Emerald & Pear Cut
Located in Jupiter, FL
This exquisite Toi et Moi ring features a captivating natural emerald-cut emerald paired with a striking pear-cut emerald, both originating from the renowned mines of Zambia. Bezel-s...
Category
2010s Zambian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald
GIA Certified 4 Carat E VVS2 Round Cut Diamond Solitaire 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 4 Carat E VVS2 Round Cut Diamond Solitaire 18k White Gold Ring
Designer: Antinori
Material: 18k Gold
Shape: Round
Weight: 4ct
Color: E
Cl...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat Gold 10.96 Carat Moon Stone Solitaire Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 18 Karat Gold moonstone solitaire ring features a breathtaking 10.96-carat moonstone, expertly selected for its mesmerizing play of light and ethereal glow. The gemstone’s uniqu...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Moonstone, 18k Gold
EXCEPTIONAL VIVID GREEN 3.31 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Behold the allure of this Colombian Emerald Ring, a true embodiment of elegance and sophistication. This exquisite piece is graced by a remarkable 3.31-carat fine Colombian Emerald, ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
Garnet Oval Cut Unisex 18K Yellow Gold Organic Shank Shape Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini " Organic" Collection Modern Ring Handcrafted in 18K Yellow Gold. The organic shape of the shank is handmade like the bark of the trees in nature. The central stone ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Garnet, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified Fancy Brown-Pink Cushion Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Cushion Cut Natural Fancy Brown-Pink Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring
The ring weighs 5.6 grams, size 7.25, the center stone is a 0.29 ct Natural Cushion Cut, Fancy Brownish-Pi...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Pink Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 3 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
3.05 carat center stone and sophisticated, diamond accented setting with subtle vintage style details.
Highlights:
- Impressively large 3.05ct natural diamond center
- GIA certifi...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond
2-Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This exquisite platinum ring features an approximately 2.00-carat oval ruby as its vibrant centerpiece. Fourteen round brilliant-cut diamonds, totaling 0.60 carats with G-H color and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GRS SWITZERLAND 9 Carat Ceylon Royal Blue Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Antinori di Sanpietro Roma created this ring and is an excellent investment! Showcasing an Emerald Cut Ceylon Sapphire weighing 9 carats, and certified by GRS Switzerland as an untre...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
Garnet, Diamonds 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Garnet, diamonds 14k gold ring. January birthstone ring. Round garnet ring.
14k solid gold.
Weight: 1.8 g. depends from size
Central stone: garnet
Weight - approx 0.45 ct, round c...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Pink Tourmaline and 18 Carat Gold Solitaire
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This striking solitaire holds a deep pink tourmaline stone measuring 2carats. The stone is held in a simple claw setting modelled in platinum.
Ring Size: M 1/2 or 6 1/2
Weight: 3....
Category
1950s British Modern Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Tourmaline, Gold
4.0ct 14K Vivid Green Colombian Emerald Solitaire Ring in 585 White Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Introducing our captivating Solitaire Cushion Cut Emerald Ring, featuring a breathtaking 4.0-carat emerald from Colombia. This emerald's vibrant green hue comes alive with an unmista...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, 14k Gold
Mings Oval Cabochon Green Jade Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications:
Designer: Ming's
Stone: Jade
Jade Measurements: 21.5 mm x 15.3 mm x 6.2 mm
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 6.6 Grams
Ring Size: 6 (resizable) please...
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with Georgeos Aquamarine in 18 Karat Yellow Gold by Gübelin
By Gubelin
Located in Lucerne, CH
Crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, this exquisite Gübelin ring highlights timeless elegance. At its heart lies a magnificent 21.00-carat octagonal-cut aquamarine, celebrated for its se...
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.0ct 14K Colombian Emerald-Cushion Cut Solitaire Gold Ring Black Rhodium Halo
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a Colombian emerald Georgian-styled solitaire Cushion-cut engagement or right-hand ring in 14K yellow gold. This gorgeous solitaire ring carries a full 3.0-carat emerald...
Category
2010s American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Rhodium, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage GIA Certified Cartier 0.35ct Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A beautiful GIA certified vintage Cartier round brilliant cut diamond ring set in platinum.
From the current ‘Solitaire 1895’ collection, the piece prominently features a beautiful ...
Category
2010s Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 3.14ctw Estate Vintage Natural Fancy Yellow Radiant Diamond Plat 18k Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is ring is just Beautiful! A beams of sunshine radiate day and night from this fabulous dazzler with gorgeous center natural fancy color diamond is ignited by bright white diamo...
Category
Early 2000s Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
3.36cts 14K Oval Emerald Solitaire Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a custom emerald solitaire oval-cut engagement/right-hand ring in 14K yellow gold. This gorgeous solitaire ring carries a 3.36-carat eme...
Category
2010s American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Aquamarine Pink Sapphire Diamond Two Tone Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Pink Sapphire Diamond Two Tone Gold Cocktail Ring
Estate aquamarine pink sapphire diamond and two-tone gold cocktail ring. Clear and concise information you want to know...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 22k Gold, 1...
GIA Certified 5 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
5.06 ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Platinum Engagement Ring.
The ring weighs 7.7 grams, size 6, the center stone is a Natural Round Brilliant Cut diamond weighing 5.06 c...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond
GIA Certified 2.20 Carat D VVS1 Clarity Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Fantastic 2.20 carat Emerald cut diamond 18k white gold ring.
The main stone weights 2.20 carats has been certified by GIA and is D in color and VVS1 in clarity.
Category
2010s American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Swedish Jeweler, Vintage Ring in 18 Carat White Gold Adorned with Large Diamond
Located in bronshoj, DK
Swedish jeweler. Vintage ring in 18 carat white gold adorned with large 0.36 carat diamond. 1930s.
Diameter: 15 mm.
US size: 4.25.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
In most cases, we ...
Category
1930s Modern Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Alexander HRD 6.02 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern diamond solitaire ring. High jewelry by Alexander Beverly Hills
HRD graded 6.02 carat emerald cut diamond, M color grade, and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 4 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This solitaire ring is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, created by the renowned Antinori Di Sanpietro. It features a magnificent 4-carat cushion cut diamond, boasting a Fancy Intense ...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage Opal and 9 Carat Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The opal set up high in a crown style setting is so glossy and throws so much colour! There is an inscription on the inside of the band which is rather worn so the letters 'H P R' is...
Category
1960s British Modern Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Opal, Gold
Princess Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, 14K White Gold .60 Ct Diamond Ring
Located in Austin, TX
Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring with Princess cut Diamond Center
The solitaire engagement ring is a classic design the focusses on the center diamond. This center diamond is a .62 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certifed 5 Carat Royal Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your style to new heights of elegance with this GIA-certified Pear-Shaped Diamond Ring, a stunning creation that embodies the epitome of sophistication and grace.
**Center D...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Circa 1980s 14 Carat Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
Forged in shimmering 14 carat yellow gold, this decadent vintage crossover ring, circa 1980s, features an asymmetrical cluster of six vivid oval...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 4.24 Carat Pear Cut Three Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite GIA certified 4.24 carat pear cut diamond with excellent brightness and 100% eye clean
The ring weighs 7.5 grams, size 5.75, the center stone is a Natural Pear Brillian...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
5.84 Carat Natural Zambian Eep Green East to West Bezel Set Ring 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a stunning East-to-West high-quality rare emerald solitaire engagement or right-hand ring in solid 18K yellow gold. This gorgeous solitaire ring carries a 5.48-carat eme...
Category
2010s American Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold
Ruby Diamond and Enamel 18-Kt Gold Marquise Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This marquise ring is a perfectly shaped combination of sharp, smooth lines and soft, rounded edges and sits perfectly flat. With an excellent make it is both simple and elegant, bea...
Category
Late 20th Century European Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
28 Carat Amethyst Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Indulge in luxury with our breathtaking statement ring featuring a stunning 25.85 carat emerald-cut amethyst, adorned with a dazzling array of natural pear, round, and marquise brill...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Important GIA 7 Carat Emerald Cut Engagement Ring VVS2
Located in Chicago, IL
An important and classic engagement ring showcasing a 7 carat emerald cut diamond certified by GIA as J color, VVS2 clarity. Flanking the center diamond are two smaller GIA certified...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald
GIA Certified 3 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Amazing natural GIA certified fancy intense yellow cushion cut diamond ring with two side trapezoid natural diamonds at each side mounted ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold
11.62 Carat Top Quality Colombian Emerald-Heart Cut Solitaire Gold Ring 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
A jaw-dropping emerald solitaire ring. This alluring, and massive piece features a one-of-a-kind, natural 11.62-carat, heart-cut Colombian emerald with the most charming characterist...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 10.24 Carat Emerald Cut Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Antinori di Sanpietro offers this amazing 10.24 carats, Internally Flawless in clarity, and a premium K color because the stone faces extremely white! like an H color!
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Platinum
Snowflake 14 karat Gold Ring with Tanzanite and Diamonds.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Snowflake 14kt solid gold ring with natural tanzanite and diamonds. December birthstone. Christmas jewelry. Tanzanite gold ring.
14k solid gold
We...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Tanzanite, 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 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.