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Solitaire Rings For Sale
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Cushion Cut Smoky Quartz Ring w/ CZ Accents Size 10
By Judith Ripka
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Gorgeous sterling silver solitaire ring featuring a cushion cut smoky quartz with pavé-set cubic zirconia heart accents.
Dimensions of Quartz: 12 mm x 16 mm.
Weight: 10.5 grams.
Size...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Quartz, Sterling Silver
superb Gentleman's 14kt yellow gold aquamarine ring circa 1920s
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
Gentleman's 14kt yellow gold rubover set, single stone large, slightly curved, rectangular low cabochon cut aquamarine, signet ring. Stone approximately 17.10mm x 13.50mm. Gross wei...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Solitaire Rings
A Fine Edwardian Emerald & Diamond Solid 18ct Yellow gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
Fine Edwardian Emerald & Diamond Solid 18ct Yellow gold Five Stone Ring
For sale we have a classic 18ct yellow gold Edwardian five-stone ring.
The piece showcases an alternating se...
Category
Early 20th Century Solitaire Rings
Blue Sapphire Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring and Wedding Band in 18K gold
Located in London, GB
Art Noveau inspired Itasca solitaire engagement ring and wedding band is a celebration of modern-day love and chance encounters. A continuous flowing line of gold, crosses paths wit...
Category
2010s European Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Natural Tanzanite and Diamond Tank Ring
Located in London, GB
Wonderful tanzanite and diamond tank ring from circa de 1930-50s. The tanzanite is natural and has an octagon cut. The colour is purplish blue. It measures 10,52 x 10,15 mm and weigh...
Category
Mid-20th Century Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
1.33ct F/VS1 Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold, AusCertified, Handmade.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of timeless & visually striking solitaire with accents design,
this retro handmade piece is centrally 6-claw set with
Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamond
of impressive size – 1.33c...
Category
1950s Australian Retro Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
10.00ct Round Royal Purple Amethyst Solitaire Retro Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of striking eternally popular solitaire design,
this vintage ring looks fantastic on!
Centering round Amethyst of vivid Royal Purple colour
& excellent clarity,
measuring 14mm i...
Category
1970s Australian Retro Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Citrine and Sterling Silver Cable Stacking Ring, Size 10
By Judith Ripka
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Gorgeous Judith Ripka sterling silver yellow citrine stacking ring.
Features bezel-set round cut yellow citrine surrounded by sterling silver cable accents.
The weight is 5.0 grams.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Citrine, Sterling Silver
Natural 1.21 CT Emerald Art Deco Platinum Antique Ring with GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage Art Deco platinum filigree ring dates from the 1920's and features one 1.21CT octagonal-cut emerald with GIA report. The ring is size 7.5 and can be resized. The top of ...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, Platinum
Art Nouveau-Inspired Sapphire Solitaire Ring 18K Gold – Sri Lankan Blue Sapphire
Located in London, GB
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, a fluid, sculptural band wraps around a 1.29-carat brilliant-cut oval blue sapphire, ethically sourced from Sri Lanka. This distinctive design offers an a...
Category
2010s European Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2ct Emerald cut Emerald Ring with knots bezel set in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Glamorously bold and unabashedly seductive. This showstopper ring features a glorious bezel quality Zambian emerald, embraced by fine golden ropes.
•Available in 18ct Yellow, Rose o...
Category
2010s Australian Artist Solitaire Rings
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Lapis Ring Size 7.75 #19378
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Lapis Ring Size 7.75
This beautiful ring features a stunning blue lapis stone set in 14K yellow gold!
Ring size: 7.75
Shank: 2.75mm
Front: 21.35mm X 16.50...
Category
20th Century Solitaire Rings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.76ct Diamond And Platinum Solitaire Ring - Antique Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1.13 carat diamond and platinum solitaire style engagement ring; part of our collection of antique old cut diamond engagement rings.
This stunning, fine and impr...
Category
1920s Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.28ct Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
From Tiffany & Co. comes this iconic knife edge solitaire, featuring a stunning 1.28 carat round brilliant diamond. The Diamond has been certified H in colour and VVS1 in clarity and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Paraiba Tourmaline Solitare Ring 1.52 Carat Natural
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
It comes with the Original GIA Certificate #1468643249
Natural Paraiba Tourmaline
Carat Weight: 1.52 Carat
Measurements: 6.99 x 6.13 x 5.57 mm
Metal: 14K White Gold
Ring Size: 7* US
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Paraiba, Tourmaline, White Gold, 14k Gold, 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
GIA Certified 1/2 Cts F/VS East West Oval Shape Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Gold
Located in Massafra, IT
This exquisite engagement ring showcases a 0.50-carat oval-shaped diamond, set in a classic 18K yellow gold solitaire setting. GIA certified with an F/VS grade, the diamond offers ex...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.75 Cts East West Half Bezel Emerald-Cut Diamond Ring 18K Gold
Located in Massafra, IT
This stunning 0.75 carat ring features a beautiful emerald-cut diamond set in a solitaire style half bezel setting. The diamond is GIA certified and has a very slightly included clar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Diamond East-West Set Gypsy Ring
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
The ultimate in quiet luxury—a stunning diamond ring that exudes effortless elegance with a sporty edge. Perfect for everyday wear, this masterpiece features a beautifully proportion...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 28 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
An impressive ring set with a large, high clarity and color 28 carat emerald diamond.
28 carat
Category
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald
18k Gold LARGE Diamond Pear engagement ring. Platinum and 18k Diamond Solitaire
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning Diamond Solitaire.
0.61ct Pear Cut Natural Diamond
Multitone Platinum PT900 and Yellow 18k Gold Shank.
Condition: Shows limited signs of wear.
Details:
SI1 clarity Diam...
Category
Early 20th Century Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Diamond Atlas Groove Wide Band Ring 1995, Size 8 - 13.3g
Located in Providence, RI
This lovely Tiffany & Co. vintage diamond ring from 1995, is crafted in vibrant 18k yellow gold. This classic piece features a beautiful emerald cut diamond at the center of a wide, ...
Category
1990s Unknown Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
An Art-Deco 0.65ct Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire 18K Gold & Platinum Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of timeless Solitaire with Accents design
this exquisite piece is dating back to
an Art-Deco period – c1930’s
Centrally set with an Old-European Cut Diamond
of rather impressive 6...
Category
1920s Australian Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
An 18 carat Gold Poiry ring with sapphire
By Poiray
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A set of two 18 carat gold rings, one white gold and one yellow gold, that fit into each other and can be worn together or separately, each is set with an oval-facetted sapphire, one...
Category
1980s French Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Retro c1950's 0.20ct Solitaire Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of timeless Solitaire Design,
this piece is dating back to Retro period – c1950’s
Centrally 4-claw set with a Transitional Cut Diamond
of 0.20ct approx.
of G colour, VS clarity &...
Category
1950s Australian Retro Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
4.00ct Emerald Cut Natural Amethyst Solitaire Vintage Ring in 14K Rose Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of elegant & eternally popular solitaire design,
this vintage ring looks fantastic on!
Centering an emerald cut Natural Amethyst
of vivid Royal Purple colour & excellent clarity,...
Category
1960s Australian Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
4.00ct Oval Sky Blue Natural Topaz Solitaire Vintage Ring in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of elegant & eternally popular solitaire design,
this vintage ring looks fantastic on!
Centering an oval Natural Topaz
of vivid & striking sky-blue colour & excellent clarity,
...
Category
1960s Australian Retro Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Topaz, Yellow Gold
HARRY WINSTON The One Cushion Cut Diamond 5.39ct F-VS2 Micropave Platinum Ring
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Item Number: 23601001
■ Brand: Harry Winston
■ Product Name: The One, Cushion-Cut Diamond Micropave Ring
■ Material: 1P Diamond (5.39ct F-VS2), Side Diamonds, PT950 Platinum
■ Weig...
Category
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Ring natural 35 ct. Citrine solid 14K Rose Gold Ø7.25 US / 17gr
Located in SE
Polish Art -Deco period cocktail ring. Solid rosy 14K Rose Gold ornamental frame with bezel set natural Citrine or Smokey Quartz/variety of Quartz stone measuring 25 mm x 17 mm x 11 ...
Category
1930s Polish Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Citrine, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vasilis Giampouras Unique Citrine Green Titanium Engagement Ring
Located in Paris, IDF
Unique Citrine Green Titanium Engagement Ring by Vasilis Giampouras at Second Petale Gallery
The vibrant citrine is embraced by an 18K gold bezel, adding a luxurious contrast to the...
Category
2010s Greek Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold, Titanium
2.89 Carat Demantoid Garnet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This unique demantoid garnet ring is is full of fire and color! In an antique pear shape and surrounded by platinum claw prongs, this ring is a s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings
Materials
Garnet, Platinum
William Drummond & Co Art-Deco 0.40ct Old Cut Diamond Solitaire 18K/Plat Ring
By William Drummond
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of timeless Solitaire with Accents design
this piece is dating back to an Art-Deco period – c1930’s
By prominent Melbourne-based jeweller William Drummond & Co
Centrally 8-claw s...
Category
1920s Australian Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Antique Ring Garnet solid 23K Gold Ø 7.75US / 2 gr
Located in SE
Fine Antique Ring in solid 23K Gold decorated with bezel set rose cut Ø 3.5mm/ 0.17ct.Garnet stone of pyrope variety with back side closed.
Ca. XIX - early XX cent. Worn Swedish hal...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings
Materials
Garnet, 22k Gold
Antique German Ring natural 0.36ct Diamond Solid 14K Gold Ø 7.25US / 1.8gr
Located in SE
German Ring hand- made ca. early XX cent. with a bit swirling band in solid 14K Rose Gold (tested)with a top of the crown in Silver holding bezel set old diamond cut Diamond Ø 4.25 ...
Category
Early 1900s German Art Deco Antique Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
1946 Anna's Ring 0.21 ct Diamond solid 23K Gold Platinum Ø US 6.5 / 3.2 gr
Located in SE
Fine Ring with old European diamond cut diamond Ø 3.5 mm / ca. 0.21 ct / color ca. F,G / VVS mounted in Platinum / or White Gold setting. Engraved shoulders.
Made in Sweden. Maker's...
Category
1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 22k Gold, Platinum
GIA Art Deco 3.24ctw Old European Diamond Engagement Antique Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage GIA Art Deco 3.24ctw Old European and Baguette Diamond Engagement Antique Platinum Ring.
By 1917 the very beginnings of Art Deco were underway ...
Along with Edwardian engagement rings, Art Deco rings are the most coveted pieces in the vintage bridal market.
This a BEAUTIFUL Radiant and Sophisticated engagement ring in timeless 1930s vintage ring...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Ring 1.75ct natural Blue-Green Zircon solid 18K White Gold ØUS3.5 /2.6gr
Located in SE
Ring featuring natural Zircon Ø 6.75 mm x 5 mm deep / ca. 1.75 ct / old European diamond cut , of vibrant Bluish Green color. Band with openwork shoulders in solid 18K White Gold . S...
Category
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Paraiba Tourmaline Solitare Ring 1.52 Carat Natural
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
It comes with the Original GIA Certificate #1468643249
Natural Paraiba Tourmaline
Carat Weight: 1.52 Carat
Measurements: 6.99 x 6.13 x 5.57 mm
Metal: 14K White Gold
Ring Size: 7* US
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Amethyst 14k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Embrace timeless elegance with the Amethyst 14k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring, a stunning piece that radiates sophistication. This exquisite ring fe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage GIA 2.55ctw Antique Cushion Cut Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Timeless GIA 2.55ctw Antique Cushion Cut Diamond Trilogy Vintage Engagement Platinum Ring
This ESTATE, Iconic style- 3 Stone ring will take your breath away! Great opportunity to own...
Category
2010s Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1.93ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1980s
Located in London, GB
This vintage solitaire ring, dates to the 1980s and showcases a striking 1.93 carat round brilliant diamond as its centrepiece. Fully certified, the diamond boasts a G colour grade a...
Category
1980s British Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unisex Men Ring natural 1ct Ruby solid 18K Gold ØUS 8.5 / 8gr.
Located in SE
A Ring in solid Yellow 18K Yellow Gold with oval cut natural Ruby stone, Red with tint of Pink color of medium intensity, oval cut 7 x 5 mm x 3 mm deep / ca. 1 ct. Inclusions and f...
Category
20th Century European Retro Solitaire Rings
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
1937 Nordic Ring Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø8US / 2.85 gr
Located in SE
A Ring from distant 1937 with old European diamond cut Ruby (likely lab-made ) Ø 4.5 mm / ca. 0.5 ct mounted in 18K Yellow Gold band.
Made in Sweden, hallmarked 18K,three crowns. Y...
Category
1930s Swedish Retro Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian 1.20 Carat GIA Old Mine Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A unique & delicate original Victorian era 1.20 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring composed of 18k yellow gold. The diamond is GI...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Old European Cut Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center Stone: Old European Cut Diamond
Weight: Approximately .40 Carat
Color: I
Clarity: SI
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Era: Antique
Circa: 1870's
Hallmarks: Purity Marks
Size: 8.25 and c...
Category
1870s Antique Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier emerald-cut diamond solitaire, French, circa 1980.
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier emerald-cut diamond solitaire. Set to centre with an octagonal emerald-cut diamond, G colour, VS1 clarity with a weight of 2.01 carats in an open back part-rubover setting, a...
Category
1980s French Retro Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Picasso Black Spinel Sugar Stacks 18k Rose Gold Ring - Size 4.5
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This elegant authentic ring is from Tiffany & Co. by designer Paloma Picasso from her Sugar Stacks collection. It is crafted from 18k rose gold with a polished finish. The ring has a mini cushion...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Black Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1954 Ring natural Green Chalcedony 18K Yellow Gold Ø 6 US / 2 gr
Located in SE
Ring in 18K Yellow with cabochon cut natural Green Chalcedony stone 8 mm x 6 mm x 3.7 mm deep / ca. 1.5ct.
Hallmarked 18K, set of Swedish hallmarks, year combination is D9 / made in...
Category
1950s Swedish Retro Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Chalcedony, 18k Gold
Platinum Engagement Ring with 3.04-carat Certified OEC Diamond
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Cosmo™ solitaire featuring a 3.04-carat HVS1 old European cut diamond accented by bright-cut pave.
Hand-forged platinum
Millgrain details
The price includes of-GIA certified diamond...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 7 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Rome, IT
An exquisite GIA certified 7 carat asscher cut diamond set in platinum
FLAWLESS CLARITY
D COLOR
Category
2010s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co., Diamond Etoile Solitaire Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This classic ring by Tiffany & Co. from their Etoile collection, features a half bezel set 0.28 carat round brilliant cut diamond. Mounted in platinum with top quality craft, this ri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier French 1895 collection 1.77 Carat Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
This timeless classic Cartier Engagement ring is crafted in Platinum.
This Cartier diamond solitaire ring is from the 1895 collection. centered by a 1.12-carat round brilliant diam...
Category
1990s French Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Ring 4.5 ct. Citrine solid 20K Gold ØUS6.25/ 2.65 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with divided shoulders featuring a bezel set natural Citrine octagon cut 10 mm x 9 mm x 4.5 mm deep / ca. 4.5 ct. Yellow Color, transparent stone.
Worn Swedish hallmarks, m...
Category
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold
Bespoke 13.81 Carat No-Heat Yellow Sapphire Bypass Ring - AGL
Located in Hummelstown, PA
A bright and cheerful 13.81 carat golden sapphire beams from atop a sleekly designed 14 karat gold setting with hand sharpened eagle claw prongs at the compass points. The sapphire i...
Category
2010s Unknown Solitaire Rings
Materials
Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold
Natural Pink Ruby Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Cocktail
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Pink Ruby Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Cocktail
This gorgeous estate ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White gold and set with natura...
Category
Late 20th Century Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
J. Birnbach 3.72ct GIA ESI1 Oval Diamond Solitaire Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This solitaire by J. Birnbach features an exquisite 3.72 carat oval diamond certified by GIA to be E color and SI1 clarity. It's a great SI1 and an exquisitely well cut diamond with...
Category
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
1941 Nordic Ring 0.2ct Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø US6.25 / 1gr
Located in SE
Swedish ring with band in solid 18K Orange toned Yellow Gold decorated with old European cut natural Ruby Ø 3.5 mm ca.0.2 ct , with partially closed back .
Swedish hallmarks, T.Heds...
Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in New Orleans, LA
A lovely solitaire diamond ring containing a 2.28 carat old mine cut diamond. The simple yet substantial setting is dated 1901 and engraved inside with a dedication in an undetermine...
Category
Early 20th Century Solitaire Rings
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.