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Natural Diamond 1.13 carats 18KT White Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
-shaped and baguette diamonds at its center, creating a breathtaking halo effect. The intricate
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.74 Carat Blue Sapphire And Diamond Ring In 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant blue sapphire and diamond ring showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white
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2010s Thai Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 0.70 carats 18 Karat White Gold Half Eternity Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Diamond Accents Round Brilliant and Baguette Cut Channel Set Half Anniversary Band Ring is a symbol of
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2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

1990 s 1.25 CTW Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Vintage Channel Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring baguette cut diamonds channel set to front Weighing approximately 1.25 carats total G/H
Category

1990s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald and Diamond in 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Terrell and Zimmelman
Located in Wailea, HI
Emerald and Diamond in 18k Yellow Gold Ring Eighteen Round Emeralds weighing 1.53 carats (Great
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Late 20th Century American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

14k White Gold 3.50ctw Fiery Diamond Large Long Open Work Statement Wrap Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette & Round Brilliant Cut - Channel & Pavé
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 0.33 carats 18KT Rose Gold Cluster Chain Link Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Dazzle and drama come together in this stunning Diamond Halo Cluster Engagement Ring, expertly
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2010s Belgian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Diamond 0.33 carats 18KT White Gold Cluster Chain Link Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Dazzle and drama come together in this stunning Diamond Halo Cluster Engagement Ring, expertly
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2010s Belgian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 0.30 carats 18KT White Gold DNA Felix Half Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
sparkling natural baguette and round diamonds. This exquisite half-band ring is meticulously crafted in
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2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Black and White Pearl Diamond Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The black and white pearl and diamond ring features a playful design with two pearls of 12mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, W...

Natural Diamond Ring 3.80 cts 18 KT White Gold Full Eternity Rind
Located in Antwerpen, BE
in perfect harmony. An elegant procession of baguette diamonds, totaling 3.80 carats, takes center
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2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond Ring 3.60 cts 18 KT Yellow Gold Full Eternity Rind
Located in Antwerpen, BE
in perfect harmony. An elegant procession of baguette diamonds, totaling 3.60 carats, takes center
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2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond 0.33 carats 18KT Yellow Gold Cluster Chain Link Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Dazzle and drama come together in this stunning Diamond Halo Cluster Engagement Ring, expertly
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2010s Belgian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Wedding Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-21307 Gross Wet. :- 2.76 gm 18k Yellow Gold Wet. :- 2.68 gm Diamond Wet. :- 0.41
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond Band 2.31 Carats 18KT White Gold Half Eternity Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
precision in 18KT gold. The center piece of this exquisite design is an elegant row of baguette diamonds
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2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamonds 0.45 carats 18KT White Gold Square Illusion Cluster Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This captivating ring presents a cluster of dazzling Brilliant round and baguette Diamonds to catch
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamonds 1.87 cts 18 Karat White Gold Anniversary Half Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This 18K white gold anniversary ring features a timeless design with sparkling baguette diamonds
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2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 0.26 carats 18KT Yellow Gold Cluster Chain Link Shank Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
crafted in luxurious 18K gold. This exceptional ring features a mesmerizing cluster of baguette and round
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2010s Belgian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond 0.26 carats 18KT White Gold Cluster Chain Link Shank Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
crafted in luxurious 18K gold. This exceptional ring features a mesmerizing cluster of baguette and round
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2010s Belgian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Alex Jona Blue Sapphire White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, 18 karat white gold band ring, set with a row of baguette cut blue
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2010s Italian Band Rings

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

18 Karat White Gold 1.62 Carat Diamond "Invisible-Set" Eternity Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 1.62 Carat Diamond "Invisible-Set" Eternity Band Ring This eternity invisible
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2010s Indian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond Band 2.20 Carats 18KT Yellow Gold Half Eternity Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
the striking baguette. These round diamonds add a classic and timeless sparkle, enhancing the
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2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Toi et Moi 18kt white Gold Flower Ring with 9.1 CTW in Diamonds Sapphires
Located in Aventura, FL
ring. • Period: Contemporary • Metal: 18K White Gold • Stones: Natural Diamonds & Natural Blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Ring 0.95ct Rubies 0.39ct White Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
Ring made of 18kt yellow gold with natural brilliant-cut diamonds for ct .0.39 and baguette-cut
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Late 20th Century Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Picchiotti 18 Karat Gold 4.09 Carat Diamond and 4.67 Carat Sapphire Dome Ring
By Picchiotti
Located in New York, NY
meticulous work. Designed in 18 karat yellow gold this ring is beautifully set with alternating baguette cut
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1990s Italian Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diabolo Diamond Mystery Invisible Set Ruby K18 Yellow Gold Ring US 6.5
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item No.: 30490605 ■Brand: Cartier ■Name: Diabolo Diamond Invisible Set Ruby Ring ■Material: 12P
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1990s French More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond 0.30 carats 18KT Yellow Gold DNA Felix Half Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
sparkling natural baguette and round diamonds. This exquisite half-band ring is meticulously crafted in
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2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond 0.30 carats 18KT Rose Gold DNA Felix Half Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
sparkling natural baguette and round diamonds. This exquisite half-band ring is meticulously crafted in
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2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat White Gold 1.16 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Band and Cluster Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 1.16 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Band and Cluster Ring Charisma has a language
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2010s Indian Contemporary Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 0.53 carats 18 Karat White Gold Starburst Flower Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
baguette diamonds unite to form a spectacular starburst flower cluster. Boasting a total of 0.53 carats
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2010s Belgian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 1.60 carats 18KT White Gold Cluster Full Eternity Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
It is the 18KT White Gold Baguette Round Diamond Full Eternity Band with Gold Inlay, an exquisite
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2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 kt. Yellow Gold Ring with Oval Ruby 1.4ct. 1ct. Brilliant cut Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. Yellow Gold Ring with Oval Ruby of 1.4 ct. and Diamonds of 1 ct. Together Ruby
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sunita Nahata Swiss Blue Topaz 8.43ct. Fancy Ring in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A captivating Swiss Blue Topaz Fancy Ring in 14K Yellow Gold, accented with sparkling diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

1980 4.07 CTW Ceylon Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Stepped Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
clustered baguette cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.52 carat total G/H color with VS2 clarity Tested as
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Vintage 1980s Engagement Rings

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

Natural Diamond Ring 0.75 cts 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Engagement ing
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The Natural Diamond Ring with a 18KT White Gold Square Cluster design is a stunning and
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2010s Belgian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Diamond 0.76 carat 18KT Yellow Gold Cocktail Half Eternity Ring Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
other rings, consider a baguette and round diamond channel set 18KT Yellow gold band. This exquisite
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2010s Belgian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ring with Black Rhodium
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
The is gorgeous S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Solid White Gold Ring all handmade in Greece in an
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Contemporary 20th-century with central emerald and diamonds yellow Gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
Contemporary 20th-century with central emerald and diamonds yellow Gold Ring Weight: 7.80 grams
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sunita Nahata Amethyst 6.65ct. Fancy Ring in 18KRG with White Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
, showcasing a simple yet elegant design that will be cherished for years. Amethyst Fancy Ring in 18 Karat
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, White Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Diamond 0.55 carats 18KT White Gold Accented Shank Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
and craftsmanship in 18k white gold. The unique sheen of diamond baguettes is showcased in this
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2010s Belgian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

GIA Certified 0.50 Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous engagement ring, showcasing a long 0.50 carat yellow baguette cut diamond certified by
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

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

18 Karat Rose Gold 7.79 Carat Tourmaline and Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Rose Gold 7.79 Carat Baguette-Cut Tourmaline and Diamond Eternity Band Ring This dynamic
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2010s Indian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Diamond 0.70 Carats 18 Karat White Gold Modern Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
baguette and round cuts. With a total carat weight of 0.70 carats and crafted from luxurious 18 KT white
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2010s Belgian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Baroque Pearl and Diamond Filigree Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
gold, the ring is adorned with a mix of baguette and single-cut diamonds that follow the curve of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Natural Diamonds 0.49 carats 18KT White Gold Multi Shape Cluster Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
diamonds form a spectacular clusters in this stunning white gold 2 cluster ring in Open Shank. The
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 1.40ct Purple Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Art Deco cluster ring showcases a striking central baguette cut, purple sapphire
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 1.12 Carats 18KT White Gold Cluster Full Eternity Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
baguette and round-cut diamonds arranged in a unique cluster pattern. This intricate arrangement creates
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2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 0.64 carats 18 Karat White Gold High Fashion Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Crafted in 18 KT White Gold and adorned with a total of 0.64 carats of shimmering diamonds, this
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2010s Belgian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Black Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring White Gold Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Tahitian pearl and diamond ring features a playful design with two Tahitian pearls of 13mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hammerman Brothers Diamond and Ruby Infinity Style Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 This Hammerman Brothers diamond and ruby band ring, set in luxurious 18 karat yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Alex Jona Blue Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold eternity band ring, set
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

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

0.56Ct SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Engagement Cluster Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This 0.56Ct SI Clarity HI Color Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Cluster Ring features
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Natural Diamonds 0.50 carats 18KT White Gold Multi Cluster Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
. Fashioned in a fabulous 2 cluster illusion, this ring incorporates Baguette, Marquise, Princess and round
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sunita Nahata Smokey Quartz 5.75ct. Fancy Ring in 18KYG with White Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
, showcasing a simple yet elegant design that will be cherished for years. Smokey Quartz Fancy Ring in 18
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond 2.52 carats 18KT White Gold Cluster Full Eternity Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Indulge in the epitome of elegance with this extraordinary engagement ring, where dazzling baguette
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 1.02 carats 18KT White Gold Cluster Full Eternity Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Indulge in the epitome of elegance with this extraordinary engagement ring, where dazzling baguette
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Spectrum Jewels 0.31 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 0.31 carats of sparkling diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k 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.