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Solitaire Rings For Sale
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: 1990s
New 14k Gold 18.2x13mm Oval Cabochon Black & White Banded Agate Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Agate - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Color with White banded Lines - 18.2x13mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 5.52 Gram...
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 2.49 carats with Diamond 0.39 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.4 cm Length: 1.4 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 7.02 grams Blue Sapphire Width: 0....
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2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Solitaire Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Solitaire Diamond Ring in Platinum Additional information: Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Gender: Women Gemstone: Diamond Material: Platinum 950 Ring size (US): 5 Con...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Platinum

18ct White Gold Ring with Four Princess Cut Diamonds and a 15mm Tahitian Pearl
Located in London, GB
A 18ct white gold ring in a satin finish centering a Tahitian Pearl measuring 15mm. Ring's shoulders with two princess cut diamonds on either side. Total diamond weight approximately...
Category

1990s French Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Alex Jona Aquamarine Rose Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18k rose gold solitaire ring centering a 0.95 carat oval cut Aquamarine. Dimensions: H 0.85in/...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.71 carat with Diamond 0.03 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 0.6 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 2.36 grams Ruby Width: 0.5 cm Length:...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

31.90 Carat Sky Blue Topaz Solitaire Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Solitaire Ring featuring a 31.90 Carat Rectangular Sky Blue Topaz Gem stone. Oxidized Sterling Silver Tarnish-resistant mounting. Ring size 7,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver

Australian Opal Silver Ring Yellow Orange Blue Green Gemstone Ring Engagement
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural dark Opal Opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.28 х 0.35 in / 7 х 9 mm stone weight - 1 carat ring size - 7.75 US ring weight - 5.18 grams We shi...
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2010s German Artisan Solitaire Rings

Materials

Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Moonstone Cabochon Bar Set in 18 Karat with Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Berkeley, CA
This rectangle Steven Battelle designed moonstone ring is cut to reflect the rainbow of the moonstone beautifully. It is accented by a 18 karat yellow bezel and set in a modern chun...
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2010s Indonesian Modernist Solitaire Rings

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Blue Sapphire with Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 1.63 carats with Pink Sapphire 0.42 carats and Diamond 0.35 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.5 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 7....
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2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

6.20 Carat Sky Blue Topaz and Diamond Solitaire Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Solitaire Ring featuring a 6.20 Carat Oval Sky Blue Topaz Gemstone; accented on the side with 5 round brilliant-cut diamonds, weighing approx. 0.45 carat; Oxidized Sterling...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Topaz, Diamond, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver

Stunning 3.95 Carat Teardrop Amethyst Solitaire Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful solitaire ring featuring a 3.95 carat Amethyst; Sterling Silver Tarnish-resistant Rhodium mounting; Size 8, we offer ring re-sizing. Stylish and Classy…illuminating your lo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Imperial Topaz with Brown Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Imperial Topaz 2.88 carats with Brown Diamond 0.28 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 1.2 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Weig...
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Imperial Topaz, Topaz, Brown Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Georg Jensen, White Gold Centenary Ring with Diamond '7'
Located in Heerlen, NL
One (1) 18K. White Gold Ring , stamped: 750 & Georg Jensen. Set woth one (1) Round Brilliant Cut Natural Diamond = 0.22 ct VVS-F Total Weight± 6.68 grams. Size ± 17,25 (54) USA (7)...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 1.05ct H/VS2
Located in London, GB
A stunning diamond ring in platinum by Tiffany & Co. The ring is set to the centre with a 1.05ct round brilliant cut diamond in a classic setting. The diamond is H colour and VS2 in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Men's 14k Gold Gia 1.55ctw Old Diamond Solitaire Column Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Pave Set - H Color - I1 Clarity - 1.55ct (exact, certified)** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** Tota...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Lucida Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 1.52ct G/VVS1
Located in London, GB
A stunning platinum Tiffany & Co. diamond ring from the Lucida collection. The ring comprises of a Lucida cut diamond in a 4 claw setting with a weight of 1.52ct, G colour and VVS1 c...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Horseshoe 9 Diamond Satin Finish Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 9 (resizing available for a fee) ​ ​Ring Height: 17.16 mm Total Weight: 10.3 Grams Gemstone Specific...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Harmony Solitaire Ring Modern
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful second hand, Tiffany & Co engagement ring, which boasts a wonderful centre stone weighing 1.14 carat. The clarity is graded VS2 and the colour E, which is graded ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Tiffany Setting Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 1.00 Ct H/VVS1
Located in London, GB
A stunning Tiffany & Co diamond ring in platinum from The Tiffany Setting collection. The ring comprises of a round brilliant cut diamond with a weight of 1.00ct, H colour and VVS1 c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier GIA Certified 0.90 Carats Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic and timeless engagement ring style made and Signed by Cartier at 1895 showcasing a 0.90 carats round brilliant diamond, set in a traditional solitaire four prong basket set...
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2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond

Cartier Trinity de Cartier Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
An 18k tri-colour gold diamond ring from the Trinity de Cartier collection. The ring is set to the centre with a 0.32ct round brilliant cut diamond, D colour and VVS2 in clarity. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

0.99 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine 0.99 carat modern brilliant round cut diamond and platinum solitaire ring; part of our diverse range of diamond jewelry/jewelry. This fine contemporary diamond solitaire ring...
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Natural Amethyst Vintage Style Filigree Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted from yellow gold, the vintage style ring is adorned with an elaborate floral filigree pattern meticulously crafted with intricate details, featuring delicate petals and leave...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Yellow Gold

3.19 Carat Diamond and White Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning contemporary 1.65 carat natural fancy intense orangey brown diamond and 1.54 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold dress ring; part of ou...
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2010s Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Setting Engagement Ring 1.01 Carat
Located in London, GB
A stunning diamond ring by Tiffany & Co. from the Setting collection. The ring comprises of a round brilliant cut diamond in a six claw setting with a weight of 1.01ct, D colour and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ring in Rose Gold with 1 Mandarine Garnet and Diamonds.
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Thomas Leyser is renowned for his contemporary jewellery designs utilizing fine coloured gemstones and diamonds. This ring in 18k rose gold is set with a 1x fine Mandarin Garnet (f...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Molten MUZO Ring II 18 Carat Fairtrade Gold 12.44 Carat Emerald
Located in London, GB
The Rock Hound x Muzo Emerald Colombia Molten MUZO Ring II Molten MUZO celebrates the organic flowing form of tumbled MUZO Emeralds from the misty mountain ...
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2010s British Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Lucida Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring 1.27 Carat GIA Certified
Located in London, GB
A stunning platinum Tiffany & Co. diamond ring from the Lucida collection. The ring comprises of a Lucida cut diamond in a 4 claw setting with a weight of 1.27ct, E colour and VS1 cl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Oval Diamond Engagement Ring 2.06 Ct D/VVS2 GIA Certified
Located in London, GB
A stunning platinum diamond ring by Tiffany & Co. The ring comprises of an oval cut diamond in a 4 claw setting with a weight of 2.06ct, D colour and VVS2 clarity. The ring is a size...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Garrard & Co. Diamond Ring, English, 1995
Located in London, GB
Garrard & Co. diamond ring. Set to centre with a round old cut diamond O to P colour, VS1 clarity, with a weight of 4.86 carats in an open back rubover se...
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1990s English Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

2.26 Carat Aquamarine Close Setting Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Elegant Aquamarine Close Setting Ring are fun to wear. A classic Single Stone of Ring with a designer touch with its setting in 18K Yellow gold, giving it a true Fun look. 2.26 Car...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modernist Solitaire Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

.94 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Square Halo
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6 1/2 - 6 3/4, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $25 fee. Once a ring is re-sized, we guarantee the work but we are unable to offer a refund on the sizing. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

10.8 Carat Green Tourmaline Two-Color Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful 10.8 Ct Facet-cut Green Tourmaline Ring mounted in a handmade 14k yellow gold gallery setting and white gold shank; ring size 7. Classic and Timeless!
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Stephen Russell Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, 3.35 Carat, E VS2
Located in New York, NY
Old European Cut Diamond and Platinum Ring; 3.35ct; 32 Diamonds .25ct, by Stephen Russell. Accompanied by GIA Certificate No.115...
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Soleste 2.63 Carat Excellent Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Soleste® 2.63 ct Round Excellent Cut Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring. The ring weighs 6.5 grams, size 6, the center stone is a Natural Round Brilliant Cut ...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Ring 2.23ct G/VVS1 XXX
Located in London, GB
An elegant platinum diamond engagement ring by Tiffany & Co. The ring is set to the centre with a 2.23ct round brilliant diamond in a 4 claw setting. The diamond is G colour, VVS1 cl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Single-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 0.66 carats, claw-set to a platinum rex-design collet, to yellow gold ...
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2010s British Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Nally Natural Fancy Green-Yellow Diamond Ring GIA
Located in New York, NY
NALLY Exquisite Diamond Ring, with 3.60 carat Cut-Cornered Rectangular Modified Brilliant Cut center diamond Color: Natural Fancy Green-Yellow, Cl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Solitaire Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier 1895 1.03 Carats Radiant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A radiant cut engagement ring made, signed and numbered by Cartier. Part of the 1895 Collection of Cartier. Set with a 1.03 carats radiant cut diamond center stone that GIA certified...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Round Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
A sparkly 18k white gold diamond ring. The ring comprises of a round brilliant cut diamond in the centre weighing 0.41ct, H colour and VS in clarity. The centre diamond is accentuate...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 0.74 Carat D/VS2
Located in London, GB
A classic 18k white gold diamond solitaire engagement ring. The ring is set to the centre with an emerald cut diamond weighing 0.74ct, colour D and VS2 clarity complemented by a roun...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certed Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring 2.01ct G/SI2
Located in London, GB
A breathtaking solitaire diamond engagement ring set in platinum. The solitaire is set to the centre in a six prong mount with a round brilliant cut diamond weighing 2.01ct, G colour...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Leyser 18K Rose Gold Vivid Tourmaline Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Thomas Leyser is renowned for his contemporary jewellery designs utilizing fine coloured gemstones and diamonds. This ring in 18k rose gold is set with 1x fine vivid Tourmaline (fa...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.91 carats with Diamond 0.65 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 0.7 cm Length: 0.8 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 5.7 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 whe...
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2010s Thai Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Solitaire Ring with a 5.23 Carat Diamond in the Center
Located in Paris, FR
Solitaire ring in 18 kt white gold centered with a large modern brilliant cut Diamond weighing 5.23 carats Color J clarity SI2. The stone is accompanied by its CCIP Certificate 16 S...
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1990s French Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring 2.00ct L/SI1
Located in London, GB
A platinum round brilliant cut diamond solitaire ring. The ring comprises of a round brilliant cut diamond in a four claw setting with a weight of 2.00ct, L colour and SI1 clarity. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified Platinum Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 1.51 Carat F/VS2
Located in London, GB
A princess cut diamond ring in platinum. The ring is set with a 1.51ct princess cut diamond, F colour and VS2 clarity. The ring is currently a size UK L½ - EU 51½ - US 6 but can be a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Emeralds Maravellous Solitaire Natural Colombian Emerald 18K Engagement Ring
Located in US
This is a stunning emerald bezel set solitaire engagement ring, the center stone is a natural Colombian emerald emerald cut weighin...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.29 Carat Round Cut Natural Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
1.29 Carats round natural diamond set on a 6 prong Yellow gold 14 Karat solitaire Ring. Color J-K, Clarity SI2 Ring Size 5.75 Clarity Enhanced
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

EXCEPTIONAL GIA Certified 10 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
An exquisite solitaire diamond ring featuring a GIA-certified VS1 clarity G color diamond, boasting a strikingly large appearance with a ratio of 14.88mm. The diamond exhibits a capt...
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald

Rigoberto Citrine Ring Size 9
By Rigoberto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rigoberto Citrine Silver and Gold ring.  A buff top Citrine is bezel set in this bold silver and gold Rigoberto ring.  It is a classic that makes a statement. SPECIFICATIONS: CITR...
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1990s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

18K Yellow Gold Invisible Square Baguette Pave Round Semi Mount Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 8 Width: 17.50 mm tapering to 9.45 mm Weight: 17.25 grams Diamond semi-mount ring with a tapered, comfort-fit shank. The metal was tested a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.6 ct Yellow Saphire Brilliant Ring Platinum wonderful symbolic Color very good
Located in Viena, Viena
with a wonderful symbolic color (yellow stands for wealth), very lively charisma, a sapphire oval cut approx. 1.612 ct, purity, color distribution and brilliance very good, full cut...
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2010s European Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

3.5 Carat Eternity Trinity White, Pink and Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Experience the epitome of elegance and craftsmanship with our exquisite three-row Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Full Circle Eternity Trinity Wedding Band...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18.22 Carat Amethyst and Sapphire Sterling Silver Architectural Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Fabulous Architectural Solitaire Amethyst Cocktail Ring. Featuring a Hand set 18.22 Carat Oval Amethyst, measuring approx. 20mm x 15mm. Each corner enhanced with a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Sapphire, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Garnet Ring in 22 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
2.5 Ct. garnet square cushion faceted garnet in 22 karat gold with granulation. The ring is size 7.25 and can be resized. Myths suggest the garnet originated with Persephone, Greek g...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Solitaire Rings

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 6.00 Carats Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in Massafra, IT
This stunning ring is an absolute showstopper . Featuring a magnificent each 3 carat of Diamonds . This ring commands attention and exudes a sense of luxury and glamour. Diamonds ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k 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 ringsvintage 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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