Updated as of June 2026
Smoky Quartz solitaire ring
Set a Smoky Quartz center in a solitaire ring and you get a single center stone on a clean band around a brown, gray, smoky, black stone scoring 6.6 on the AltGems Score.
Why a solitaire setting suits Smoky Quartz
A single center stone on a clean band, timeless and all about the stone. At Mohs 7, Smoky Quartz handles ring wear well with normal care.
Other Smoky Quartz ring styles
Smoky Quartz halo ringSmoky Quartz hidden halo ringSmoky Quartz three stone ringSmoky Quartz pave ringSmoky Quartz vintage and antique ring
See the solitaire style guide, the Smoky Quartz engagement ring guide, and Smoky Quartz overview.
Frequently asked questions
Is a Smoky Quartz solitaire ring a good idea?
A single center stone on a clean band, timeless and all about the stone. At Mohs 7, Smoky Quartz handles ring wear well with normal care.
How much is a Smoky Quartz solitaire ring?
The Smoky Quartz center runs about $3 to $50 per carat, and the finished ring depends on the metal and the band.
What metal suits a Smoky Quartz solitaire ring?
Smoky Quartz pairs well with yellow gold, sterling silver, rose gold.