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Solitaire Rings For Sale
Opal, Blue Sapphire with Cubic Zirconia Ring set in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
Opal, Blue Sapphire with Cubic Zirconia Ring set in Silver Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.4 cm Ring Size: 49 Total Weight: 3.82 grams *Please note that the silver setting is pl...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Opal, Blue Sapphire, Silver

1.21 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct white gold diamond engagement ring. The round brilliant cut diamond is set in a raised 4 claw mount and each shoulder features 8 smaller diamonds. Condition: Used (V...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

10.96 Ct Mid Night Blue Sapphire & 1 Ct Diamond Cocktail Ring, Platinum, Estate
Located in New York, NY
10.96 Ct Mid Night Blue Sapphire & 1 Ct Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum, Estate Piece Round Brilliant cut diamonds approximately 1ct is surrounding the center stone platinum 12.6 ...
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Tudor Gold Spinel Set Ring, English, circa 16th Century
Located in London, GB
Tudor gold spinel set ring. Set to centre with a rectangular table cut red spinel in a closed back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 1.00 carats...
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16th Century British Tudor Antique Solitaire Rings

Materials

Spinel, Gold

Vintage 1.60 Carat Old Cut Diamond Gypsy Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have refined single stone ring showcasing a captivating round faceted old European-cut diamond as its focal point. This exquisite white diamond has been elegantly bezel set a...
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20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

12 Ct Natural Marquis Ruby & 0.75 Ct Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Ball Ring Size 6
Located in New York, NY
12 Ct Natural Marquis Ruby & 0.75 Ct Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Ball Ring Size 6 Introducing our exquisite 18 Karat Gold Ring, featuring a stunning ...
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k White & Rose Gold Large GIA 14.76ct Red Rubellite Tourmaline Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a truly magnificent, custom made, brand new cocktail ring crafted in solid 18k white and rose gold and features a large and breathtaking rubellite solitaire...
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 5.05 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Platinum Ring with pavè
Located in Chicago, IL
This breathtaking engagement ring features a GIA certified 5.05 carat emerald cut diamond set in a polished platinum band, creating a sophisticated and timeless look. This G color ...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Platinum GIA 1.29ctw Round w/ Baguette Sides Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Circular Brilliant Old Cut - Prong Set - High Quality - G Color - VVS2 Clarity - 1.14ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details B...
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20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

AGL Certified 3.56 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new AGL (Thai) certified 3.56 burma ruby no heat purplish red and diamond ring in 18 karat gold . The ruby weigh 3.56 carat and diamond weigh 0.39 carat. The total ring weigh...
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sensational 37.75 Carat Cushion Cut Mandarin Garnet Diamond Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Centering a Beautiful 37.75 Carat Mandarin Garnet Cushion cut; measuring approx. 18.2mmx 15.8mm x 13.6 mm, surrounded by 54 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds, 1.65tcw; G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Mandarin Garnet, Garnet, Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

18Kt White Gold Diamond Band Ring .55 Carats
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
The triple wide diamond band, Cluster .55CT Diamond 18Kt white gold Ring Wide 10.16 mm at the top is made from a triple band consisting of (36) pave diamonds. The total weight of .5...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cocktail Pave 2 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
diamond cocktail ring has a fantastic large look, measuring 1.2 inches across! The eye catching size and sparkle is sure to turn heads! Highlights: - 2 carats of natural diamonds ...
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

2.85 Carat Garnet Solitaire Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Garnet Ring in 14K Gold is a perfect minimalist jewelry to match with every outfit of your wardrobe. It's just a simple ring and simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Solitaire Rings

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Aquamarine with Pink Sapphire Ring set in 18k Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Aquamarine 2.80 carats with Pink Sapphire 0.90 carat Ring set in 18k Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 1.2 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 5.63 grams "We first opened doors in 1...
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2010s Thai Solitaire Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Domed Oval Pearl Ring with Two Diamonds, 24kt Gold and Silver
Located in Bozeman, MT
24kt Gold and Silver ring with large, 2.05ct stunning opal and side diamonds by Prehistoric Works of Istanbul, Turkey. Diamonds - 0.03cts, Size 7 1/2 US
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold, Gold

Oval Ruby 18 Carat Yellow Gold Geometric Ring
Located in London, GB
This unique ring features a beautiful ruby weighing approximately 2.50ct mounted in a rub over, open back setting. This vibrant ruby is set into a solid geometric designed 18 carat y...
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1990s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New Made 18k Gold Natural Oval Cut Diamond Decorated Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.7 grams. Totally is diamond 0.84 ct. The diamond is has J color and s1. Ring size is US 6.7 (We offer free resizing) We can make any size. B...
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2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 3 Carat Round Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant solitaire engagement ring features a stunning 3-carat round diamond GIA certified, with a E color grade and exceptional VS2 clarity. The center stone captivates with its...
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2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

4.70 Carat Round Colombian Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in US
Classic Solitaire Colombian round cut emerald engagement ring diamond accented. Center; Fine brilliant natural green Colombian emerald round cut 4.20 carat, measurement 10.40mmX10.4...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Halo Setting Engagement Ring 1.52ct Old Euro Cut Diamond Ring, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite cluster ring features a bezel-set 1.52 carat old European cut diamond at its center, showcasing a stunning I color and VS2 clarity. The diamond is surrounded by a deli...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Ring, Tiffany Designer Thomas Kurilla continues in his, "Less is more " cool and clean sty...
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2010s Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald, Diamond and Black Onyx Ring
Located in Nantucket, MA
An oval, faceted emerald surrounded by round, brilliant cut diamonds and a ring of black onyx. Diamonds along the band's shoulder as well. Diamonds total .60 carats, emeralds is 1.7...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Sterling Silver

C.Dunaigre 6 Carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
C. Dunaigre-Certified 6-Carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Platinum A statement of timeless elegance, this striking ring showcases a 6.00-carat Ceylon blue sapphire, cer...
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

C. Dunaigre 5 Carat Ceylon NO HEAT Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover the elegance of this exquisite cocktail ring, featuring a stunning 5-carat untreated and unheated Ceylon sapphire certified by C. Dunaigre. The design showcases a delicate b...
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

18k White Gold 2.13ctw GIA No Heat Cushion Red Spinel & Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This outstanding spinel and diamond ring was crafted from solid 18k white gold. It features a gorgeous, GIA certified, natural spinel stone neatly set with yellow gold tipped prongs ...
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Early 2000s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Aquamarine Diamond Cocktail-Ring 27.82 ct, 750-White Gold
Located in München, DE
a spectacular ring featuring an aquamarine with 27.82 carats, in emerald cut. The gemstone boasts an eye-clean clarity and radiant brilliance, set à jour in a linear bezel setting wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, White Gold

Blue Sapphire with Diamond Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 3.89 carats with Diamond 0.39 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.8 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 5.27 grams "We first opened d...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Blue Sapphire Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
gorgeous ring is a beautifully designed modern twist on an Art Deco era target ring. The chic geometric setting is set with rich blue custom cut natural sapphires. Finished with fine...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Cellini 18KT YG Ring with Cabochon Pink Tourmaline Center & Blue & Green Enamel
Located in New York, NY
Lovely 18 karat yellow gold ring designed with the intention of a flower. The ring centers an oval cabochon pink tourmaline set horizontally. Green...
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1990s North American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Enamel

GIA Certified 5.01 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite GIA certified 5.01 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond engagement ring is a timeless symbol of elegance and sophistication. Set in luxurious platinum, the emerald cut diamond st...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Fine Vivid Cornflower Blue Ceylon Sapphire Oval Cut 18k Yellow Solitaire Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vivid Cornflower Blue Oval Cut Ceylon 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring. Natural 0.88 carat sapphire with a stunning vivid cornflower blue colour and excellent clarity. Very clean...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Coral Carved Pink Cabochon ring.14k CARVED Rose flower Peach Coral solitaire
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage from the 1980s Size: 6 US Materials: Gold Gemstone: Coral Gem color: Orange Band Color: Gold Beautiful Coral Cabochon ring. Beautiful Cut/Carved Rose out of the gem Condit...
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Early 2000s Solitaire Rings

Alex Jona Quartz Rubellite 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat rose gold ring set with a crazy cut quartz over rubellite, weighing 8.42 carats. Size US 6, can be sized to any specifica...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Star Ruby Rose Gold Ring 14K Custom Hammered Gemstone Wide Band 3.75 Carat Ruby
Located in Austin, TX
Rosie the star ruby is adorned with 14 karat pink gold around it. The rose gold and pink gold is the same color and accents the red color of the ruby magnificently. This large 3.75 c...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, Star Ruby, Gold

Cushion Cut Yellow Sapphire with Diamond Halo Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Yellow Sapphire 2.18 carats with Diamond 0.31 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 0.9 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 3.01 grams Yellow Sapphire ...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Solid White Gold Bezel Lapis Solitaire Filigree Work Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Lapis - Rectangular Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Blue Color - 9.4x7mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 2.39 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 ( fitted on...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Aquamarine Yellow Gold Open Band Ring
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold open band ring set with three cabochon Aquamarines weighing 6.65 carats in tot...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in Platinum H VS1 1.04 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in Platinum H VS1 1.04 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 112368 Listing Title: Tiffany & Co. Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in Platinum H V...
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Fine Cornflower Blue Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Round Brilliant Cut Vivid Cornflower Blue Ceylon Sapphire And Diamond Platinum Ring. Top grade 5mm Ceylon sapphire with a stunning vivid C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Platinum 1.19 ct Lucida Square Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 1.19 ct Lucida Square Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring. The ring weighs 5.1 grams, size 3.75 (can be resized to a larger size), the center stone...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

14.6 Ct Natural Sapphire Certified Diamond Ring 18K Gold, 1998
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Certified Natural Sapphire Diamond Ring Magnificent and important natural Sapphire and Diamonds ring. Holds a Certificate of the SGL (Swiss Gem Lab) stating: Natural Sapphire weighi...
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1990s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Yianni Creations Topaz and Diamond Silver and 24 Karat Gold Adjustable Band Ring
Located in Astoria, NY
Yianni Creations adjustable ring all handmade in Greece for an international jewelry show. This artisan ring is a modern variation on the classic diamond rosetta ring...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Gold, Palladium, Sterling Silver, Silver,...

4.00 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring 18kt. White Gold VS Quality
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
This beautifully crafted 18K white gold 4.00 ct emerald and diamond solitaire ring offering timeless beauty, makes a perfect statement and is sure to turn heads. The 4.00 ct emerald ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold

Amethyst ring silver Natural Purple LOTR style Gothic gift Sphere Oracul
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver rhodium plated ring with natural Amethyst sphere gemstone origin - Brazil sphere diameter - 0.43 in / 11 mm ring weight - 6.03 grams ring size - 6 US
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2010s German Gothic Revival Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Silver

GIA Certified 2.00 Carat D/Flawless Round Brillant Shape Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in Massafra, IT
The most famous and classic ring style in the world..The round brillant solitaire engagement ring. Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of light on your look. Stunning sol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Yellow Sapphire with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Yellow Sapphire 2.56 carats with Diamond 0.21 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 0.7 cm Length: 0.9 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Weight: 4.47 grams "We first opened doors in 19...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Solid 14k Yellow Gold 5.21ct Oval Orangy Pink Imperial Zircon Half Bezel Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Imperial Zircon - Oval Cut - Half Bezel Channel Set - Orangy Pink Color - 10.7x8.3x6.1mm - 5.21ct (exact - stamped) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold We...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold 28.83 Carats Green Moonstone Multi Spinel Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A cabochon green moonstone cocktail ring of 28.83 carats, surrounded by multicolored spinels, handcrafted in 18 karat yellow gold. If you'd like to make a statement with a beautiful...
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2010s Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Spinel, Multi-gemstone, Moonstone, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Blue Sapphire with Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 3.18 carats with Diamond 0.31 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 0.7 cm Length: 0.9 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 6.83 grams "We first opened doors i...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Danish Jeweler, Vintage Ring in 8-Carat Gold Adorned with Cultured Pearl
Located in bronshoj, DK
Danish jeweler. Vintage ring in 8-carat gold adorned with cultured pearl and clear semi-precious stones. Mid-20th century. Diameter: 17 mm. US size: 6....
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Mid-20th Century Danish Solitaire Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Gold

Art Deco Burma Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Ring in white gold with Burmese ruby (7.6 cts) and diamonds, mounted on 18kt white gold. Made in Italy, circa 1950s.
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1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Solitaire Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby

Yianni Creations Citrine Adjustable Wide Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Astoria, NY
Yianni Creations handmade triangular-shaped ring crafted from 18 Karat yellow gold. The gorgeous ring features a 1.25 Carat oval-shaped Citrine and unique techniques of finish - byza...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

NEW Platinum GIA 1.55ct NO HEAT Bezel Set Greenish Blue Sapphire Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Cushion Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Greenish Blue Color - NO HEAT - 1.55ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details Below for Com...
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Diamond Ring .55 TDW 14K White Gold Floral Vintage
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This amazing vintage ring is finely crated in solid 14K White gold and set with white and fiery diamonds. The center bezel-set diamond is .25 carat, six mine cut surrounding diamonds...
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1960s Vintage Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Suzy Levian 14K White Gold Colombian Emerald White Diamonds Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This spectacular ring from the Suzy Levian collection features a Colombian emerald gemstone held in a 14K white gold prong setting. An array of 124 side white diamonds (.91ct) with h...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 0.30 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we a charming diamond solitaire ring. The piece originally dates back to the Victorian period and showcases a chunky old pear cut diamond at the centre of the face. This lone st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

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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