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French Art Deco 18K White Gold Diamond Ring with Baguette Round Diamonds
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Elevate your vintage jewelry collection with this stunning Art Deco diamond ring, expertly crafted
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Baguette Cut Emerald Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.7 grams. Totally is diamond 0.37 ct. The diamond is has H
Category

Vintage 1980s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Ruby Diamond Ring 18 Karat Natural Baguette Ruby and Natural Diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brilliant Large Ruby Diamond Ring Vintage pre-owned - as new condition. Statement Impressive bold
Category

1990s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

RUCHI Baguette Diamond White Gold Dainty Bypass Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamonds: 0.35ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Sapphire Heart Baguette Diamond 18K Gold Estate Ballerina Ring High End
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Brambleton, US
Vintage Sapphire Heart Baguette Diamond 18K Gold Estate Ballerina Ring High End This fine estate
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20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.48 Carat Rustic Diamond 18 Karat Baguette Cocktail Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
and baguette diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon request
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Channel Set Baguette Diamond Eternity Band in 18K White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
This gorgeous eternity ring wraps the finger with 2.00 carats baguette diamonds channel-set in a
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Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum 18k Gold GIA No Heat Burma Sapphire Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
baguette cut diamonds throughout. The diamonds are TOP QUALITY, adding fiery effects and outstanding amount
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Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 7ct Aquamarine Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K Gold Designer Estate
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Brambleton, US
Vintage 7ct Aquamarine Baguette Diamond Ring 18K Gold Designer Estate Jewelry What a great
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Vintage 1960s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond

18k Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with our 18k Diamond and Sapphire Ring. The 1.57 carat sapphire center stone is
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.50 carat round and baguette diamond 18k yellow gold eternity band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This modern 18k yellow gold ring from the 2010’s dazzles with sixteen round brilliant cut and eight
Category

20th Century Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 1980s Emerald, Ruby Diamond Baguette Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
the shoulders of the ring. The arrangement of 74 baguette diamonds (~2.25 carats) and 20 round
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Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Octagon Illusion Halo Baguette Round Cut Diamonds Engagement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
. DEF Si clarity Baguette and Round Cut Diamonds: Total 1.092ct 18k White Gold Gold Weight 4.39g Total
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Cabochon, Sapphire Cabochon and Diamond Baguette Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cabochon set with sparkling baguette-cut diamonds in 18k yellow gold. The blue sapphire is nearly
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Inspired 18K White Gold Diamond Ring, 0.85tcw Round Baguette
Located in Miami, FL
A refined Art Deco–inspired diamond ring crafted in luminous 18K white gold, showcasing a
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Vintage 1980s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Emerald-Cut Yellow-Orange Sapphire Ring with Baguette Diamonds in 18K Gold
Located in Westport, CT
sapphire, ablaze with the colors of a perfect sunrise. Framed by 8 white baguette-cut diamonds and set in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Step-Design Baguette Diamond Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A step-design baguette diamond ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The Diamonds weigh a total of 2 carats
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Toi et Moi Pear-Shaped Emerald Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
precision-cut baguette diamonds (total ~0.50 carat) channel-set into the tapered shoulders, lending a sleek
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exceptional 3.50 ct Emerald and Diamond Baguette Cluster Ring in 18K Gold
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
An outstanding emerald and diamond cluster ring of remarkable French craftsmanship, circa 1960s. At
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Natural Pear And Baguette Cut Diamond And Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.8 grams. Totally is diamond 1 ct. The diamond is has G-H
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1990s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18k Two Tone Gold 1.32ctw Round Ruby w/ Baguette Diamond Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Yellow Color - I1/I2 Clarity - 0.42ctw (approx.) (8) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette Cut - Channel
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Brown Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage Marquise Sapphire Ring with Baguette and Round Diamonds in 18K Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Vintage 18K yellow gold ring with one marquise-cut sapphire 0.80 carats, round and baguette
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Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baguette and Round Diamond Saddle Criss Cross Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White Gold Diamond Count: 102 round brilliant diamonds & 92
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Baguette Diamond Platinum Eternity Band Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Berlin, DE
Van Cleef & Arpels Baguette Diamond Platinum Eternity Band Ring 100% original product! Including
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20th Century Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.10ct Marquise Baguette Cut Diamond Solitaire with Accents Ring in 18K Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
& enhances the sparkle Flanked by well-matched baguette cut diamonds totalling approx. 0.30ct of top colour
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2010s Australian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

39.05 Carat Baguette Diamond Cushion Cut Crystal White Gold Ring
By Shimon s Creations
Located in New York, NY
50 White Round Diamonds: 0.78 Carats 9 White Baguette Diamonds: 1.08 Carats 1 Cushion Cut Crystal
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Riviera Ring with Baguette-Cut Emeralds and Brilliant Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
A refined 18k yellow gold Riviera ring featuring a unique asymmetrical design. One side showcases a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Colombian Emerald 0.85 ct and Baguette Diamonds Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
captivating translucent green. It is surrounded by an elegant arrangement of baguette- and round-cut diamonds
Category

1990s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Baguette Cut Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.65 ct. The diamond is has H
Category

Vintage 1980s European Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Baguette Cut Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.10 ct. The diamond is has G
Category

Vintage 1980s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1.25ct Baguette Cut Diamond Eternity Band in 18k Champagne Yellow Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite 18k Champagne Yellow Gold eternity band is adorned with a seamless row of baguette
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Baguette Cut Emerald Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.3 grams. Totally is diamond 0.36 ct. The diamond is has
Category

Vintage 1980s European Artisan Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Baguette Cut Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.25 carat. The diamond is
Category

Vintage 1980s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Superb 1.00ct Round Baguette Diamond Cluster Flower Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Visually striking & reminiscent of a famous designer, this superb ring is crafted in 18K Yellow
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Baguette and Round Diamond Cabochon Sapphire Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
18 Karat Baguette and Round Diamond Cabochon Sapphire Ring Sophisticated and full of class! 18k
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.50ct Baguette Cut Diamond Eternity Band in 18k Champagne Yellow Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
high polish 18k yellow gold. This exquisite piece features straight baguette cut diamonds, each hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold 2.38ct Diamond Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
clarity makes a statement at the center of the 18K White Gold setting. Diamond baguettes with a total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Maurice Fine Jewelry - Multi-Layer Baguette and Round Diamond Ring
By Maurice Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
statement piece that exudes luxury and sophistication. Specifications: 18k WG White Baguette Diamond: 1.76
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2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Estate 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Ruby Baguette Diamond Cocktail Band Ring 5.44ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A contemporary band ring in 18K yellow gold prong set with approximately 4cttw in natural vivid red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Ring with Baguettes and Rounds in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Sapphire and Diamond Ring with Baguettes and Rounds Sapphire and Diamond Ring features an Oval
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Vintage Round and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ring in 18k Gold Platinum
Located in London, England
A beautiful certified vintage round brilliant cut diamond three stone ring set in 18k yellow gold
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Ring set with baguette and brilliant cut diamond 0.60ct, 18k gold 5.3 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with baguette and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.60ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring
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2010s Dutch Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

0.65ct Baguette Cut Diamond Wedding Band in 18k Champagne Yellow Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
baguette cut diamonds that extend just past halfway down the band. The diamonds are of top qualities with E
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 8.64 Carat Colombian Emerald Baguette Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
GIA certified 8.64 carat natural Colombian emerald unisex ring, complimented by 6 baguette cut
Category

2010s Colombian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Estate 18K Golden South Sea Pearl Baguette Round Diamond Cocktail Ring 3ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
sea pearl measuring 11.90mm surrounded by approximately 3ctw in round and baguette diamonds. The white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Certified Natural Ruby cabochon ring with diamond baguette handmade in 18k gold
By Jay Rawat
Located in Jaipur, IN
A beautiful stackable ring Natural Ruby cabochon ring with diamond baguettes. The ring is all
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k 1.4 Carat Lab Emerald with Baguette Diamonds Ring, Three Stone Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Emerald adorned with baguette diamonds Stone: Lab Grown Emerald Cut: Emerald/Step Three stone ring
Category

2010s American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

8.65 Carat Emerald 2.45 Carat Baguette and Round Diamond 18K YG Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Style: Cocktail Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstone 1: 0.45
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Baguette and Round Diamond Sugar Loaf Ruby Statement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Metal- 18K Yellow Gold, .750. Stones- 76 Round Diamonds, 30 Baguette
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 18k Yellow Gold 6.07ct GIA Emerald Cut Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent and fancy diamond engagement ring is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features
Category

1990s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aquamarine 18k White Gold Ring with Baguette Diamonds on the Shank
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:8.643g, Diamond:0.32ct, Aquamarine:9.14ct, Size: US-7"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Estate 18K Yellow Sapphire Baguette Diamond Bypass Cocktail Ring 2.90ctw Sz 6.75
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A nicely made cocktail ring crafted in 18K yellow gold and channel set with approximately 1.90cttw
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Diamond Link Ring
By Belfiore Jewelry
Located in Great Neck, NY
Diamond link ring set in 18K white gold. The ring is set with baguette and round diamonds. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

18K White Diamond Link Ring
18K White Diamond Link Ring
$4,160 Sale Price
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Baguette Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
Beautiful eternity ring channel set with 36 fine quality baguette cut diamonds with a total
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Baguette Diamond Criss Cross Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 18k yellow gold and features40 Round Cut, prong set Diamonds weighing 0.50
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2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k White Gold 2.60ctw Round Brilliant and Baguette Natural Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Diamond Details: Approx 2.60ctw Round Brilliant and Baguette Natural Diamond G/H Color SI Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Art Deco Style Colombian Emerald And Baguette Diamond Ring
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume creation. Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle's head hallmark. This sublime ring holds a claw
Category

2010s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

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18k Baguette Diamond Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of 18k baguette diamond rings for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 848 vintage examples as well as 1700 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Contemporary and Modern are consistently popular styles when it comes to 18k baguette diamond rings. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by TJD, LB Exclusive and Vaibhav Dhadda are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for baguette cut 18k baguette diamond rings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and oval cut alternatives. Most of our 18k baguette diamond rings for sale are for women, but there are 850 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are 18k Baguette Diamond Rings?

Prices for 18k baguette diamond rings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $406,000, while 18k baguette diamond rings, on average, fetch $4,771.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. 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

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.

Questions About 18k Baguette Diamond Rings
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The mark 18K on a ring stands for 18-karat gold. 18-karat signifies that the ring is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals, such as copper, zinc or nickel. The additional metals strengthen the ring, making it more durable. Shop a range of expertly vetted 18-karat jewelry on 1stDibs.