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Estate 18K Interwoven Baguette Diamond Round Sapphire North South Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
ribbon of tapered baguette diamonds. At either end of the bypass, two round royal blue sapphires radiate
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Aquamarine Diamond Victorian Baguette Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
set in a split style 18k Gold band, this Victorian style ring features an Aquamarine baguette cut
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

4.150 carat Pink Morganite Baguette Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Refined Brilliance: The Pink Morganite Baguette Diamond Ring This elegant ring is a beautiful
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Baguette and Marquise Cut Diamond Navette Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted from luxurious 18k white gold, this stunning ring boasts a 6.25 size. Adorned with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cascading Baguette and Round Diamond Wide Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K white gold ring with round and baguette diamonds 2.23 carats total weight. G/H color, VS2
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Set in 18K Gold, 10.23 carats, Aquamarine Baguette Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, one of a kind, Aquamarine Cocktail Ring set in 18K Yellow Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
elegance. Material: 18k yellow gold Gemstone: Ruby Diamond Cut: Baguette Total Weight: 11.6 grams (7.5 dwt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18k Yellow Gold Sapphire and Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
years to come. Material: 18k yellow gold Gemstone: Natural sapphire Diamond Cut: Baguette Total Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Estate 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Sapphire Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring 7.90ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
matching baguette cut diamonds averaging G-I in color and Vs1-2 in clarity. Dimension/Weight: Ring
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Diamond Baguettes and Round Brilliant Cocktail Band Ring
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
dinner and cocktail events! Ring Size: 7 (can be resize) Diamonds: 2.81 cts, Round Brilliant, Baguettes
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold 1.80tcw Ruby Diamond Statement Pinky Ring, Blood Red Baguette Ruby
Located in Jupiter, FL
diamonds, this stunning ring, crafted in 18k yellow gold, offers a harmonious blend of elegance and sparkle
Category

2010s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Baguette Round Cut Diamond Bypass Ring 18K White Gold 1.90Cttw Size 7
Located in New York, NY
This stunning baguette cut diamond bypass ring is crafted in 18k white gold and showcases 1.90
Category

2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.31 Ct Baguette Emerald 18K Gold with Genuine Diamonds Engagement Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
A lightweight and gorgeous emerald ring with sparkly diamonds all over is a beautiful engagement
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18k White Gold Baguette and Round Cut Diamond Cluster Curved Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Baguette-cut natural diamond curved cluster ring set in a smooth 18 karat solid white gold setting
Category

2010s Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold Diamond Ring Pear Cut Diamond Ring Baguette Diamond Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Stunning high quality Minimal Style Ring with Diamonds in 18k solid gold. Available in three colors
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Platinum High Quality 2.82ctw Baguette Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
18k Yellow Gold w/ Platinum Top Diamond Area Weight: 9.28 Grams Ring Size: 8.0 (Fitted on a finger. We
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Baguette Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Baguette Cluster Ring A striking vintage sapphire and diamond ring
Category

Vintage 1930s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Stunning Baguette Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Webster, NY
Stunning 2.80CTW Baguette Cut Diamond cocktail ring made in 18k white gold Diamond Carat Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rachel Koen Baguette Round Cut Diamond Ring 18K White Gold 2.11Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Modern ladies thick band ring crafted in 18k white gold. This ring features baguette cut and round
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Baguette Round Cut Diamond Spiral Wrap Ring 18K Yellow Gold 1.29Cttw
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous triple row diamond ring features baguette and round cut diamonds encrusted in a
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rachel Koen Baguette Round Cut Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold 2.11cttw
Located in New York, NY
Modern ladies thick band ring crafted in 18k yellow gold. This ring features baguette cut and round
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Sapphire Baguette Wave Channel Set Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage 18K ring featuring royal blue sapphires and diamonds channel set in a wide gold
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Rachel Koen 0.30cttw Baguette Round Cut Diamond Ring 18K Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Simple and delicate diamond ring crafted in 18k rose gold. This ring features prong set baguette
Category

2010s North American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rachel Koen 0.30Cttw Baguette Round Cut Diamond Ring 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Simple and delicate diamond ring crafted in 18k white gold. This ring features prong set baguette
Category

2010s North American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.61cttw Baguette Round Cut Diamond Wide Open Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Chic and stylish diamond statement ring. It features channel set baguette cut and round brilliant
Category

2010s North American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.45Cttw Baguette Cut Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Ring 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Baguette cut diamonds in prong setting. One of a kind handmade stackable stunning beauty. Crafted in 18K
Category

2010s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Baguette Round Cut Diamond Twist Band Ring 18K White Gold 0.84Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Simple and elegant, diamond twist wedding ring. Crafted in bright 18k white gold. It features two
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Baguette Round Cut Diamond Twist Band Ring 18K Yellow Gold 0.83Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Simple and elegant, diamond twist wedding ring. Crafted in bright 18k yellow gold. It features two
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baguette Round Cut Diamond Twist Band Ring 18K Rose Gold 0.81cttw
Located in New York, NY
Simple and elegant, diamond twist wedding ring. Crafted in bright 18k rose gold. It features two
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamond Baguette Ring
Located in New York, NY
. Details: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Gemstone: Ruby (center) and Baguette-Cut Diamonds Ring Size: 7
Category

20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Alexander Beverly Hills 2.80ct Round Baguette Yellow Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning round and baguette cut diamond ring, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 2.80 carats total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

18K White Gold 4.80 Carat Round Baguette Diamond Wrap Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 18K white gold. It features 80 round cut, prong set diamonds weighing 1.98
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

.78 Carat White Diamond Baguette Octagonal Solitaire Ring 18k Rose Gold
By Karma El Khalil
Located in New York, NY
Elegance meets sophistication in this stunning 0.78 carat white diamond baguette solitaire ring
Category

2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 18K Gold 1.50 Ct Diamond Ring with Overlapping Rows of Baguette Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Vintage 18K yellow gold ring with 34 baguette diamonds totaling 1.50 carats, criss crossing and
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold 2 Carat Emerald Diamond Baguette Halo Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Weight: 2 Carats Accent Stone: Twenty Baguette & Sixty Round Brilliant Diamonds Carat Weight: 1.5 Carats
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18K White Gold Split Shank Retro Baguette Diamond Cluster Mens Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This 18K gold ring features a total diamond weight of 1.31 carats. Each diamond is meticulously set
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Baguette diamond full eternity engagement ring in 18k pink rose gold.
Located in London, GB
4.50ct Baguette diamond full eternity engagement ring in 18k ponk rose gold. Gorgeous baguette
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

18k Yellow Gold Platinum GIA 4.1ctw Quality Emerald Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Complete Info ** VERY RARE TO HAVE NO TREATMENT EMERALD (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Round Brilliant Cut Yellow Diamond and baguette White Diamond 18K Gold Band Ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rare style and stone masterpiece, with round brilliant cut yellow diamonds and baguette shape white
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ring with Blue Sapphire Diamond Baguette Checkerboard - Size 6
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This 18k yellow gold ring has a checkerboard pattern made up of alternating diamond blue
Category

Vintage 1980s Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Baguette Cut Diamond And Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 13.3 grams. Totally is diamond 1 ct. The diamond is has G-H
Category

Vintage 1980s Artisan Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Graduating Straight Baguette Diamond Pyramid Wedding Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous vintage band ring was crafted from solid 18k yellow gold and features 9 straight
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baguette Ruby and Diamond Dome Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 5.5 (resizing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brilliant and Baguette Diamond Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White Gold Total Diamond Carat Weight: 1.15 carats Diamond
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 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 7.8 grams. Totally is diamond 0.28 ct. The diamond is has H
Category

Vintage 1980s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

0.70 Carat Round Baguette Diamond Twist Band Ring 18K Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our stunning 0.70 Carat Round & Baguette Diamond Twist Band Ring in 18K Rose Gold. This
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18K White Gold 2.15ct Baguette Cut Ruby 0.22ct Diamond Fine Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Experience timeless elegance with this exquisite 18k white gold ring featuring 2.15 carats of
Category

20th Century Thai Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

New Made 18k Gold Natural Emerald And Baguette Cut Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.31 ct. The diamond is has
Category

2010s European Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Baguette Round Diamond Ring
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yellow Gold Baguette & Round Diamond Ring 1.04 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 6.3 Grams
Category

2010s More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Alternate Baguette Emerald Diamond Stackable Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Alternate Baguette Emerald Diamond Stackable Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Band Rings

Materials

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

2.00 Carat Diamond Baguette Cut Interwoven Statement Ring 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Make a bold statement with the Diamond Baguette Interwoven Statement Ring in 18K White Gold. This
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Elegant 1.08 Carat Baguette Diamond Ring
By Hakimi s Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning 1.08 ct diamond ring features 16 baguette-cut diamonds set in 18k white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.00 Carat Baguette Round Cut Diamond Crossover Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our mesmerizing 2.00 Carat Baguette & Round Cut Diamond Crossover Ring in 18K Yellow
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Brilliant Cut Green Diamond and baguette White Diamond 18K Gold Band Ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rare style and stone masterpiece, with round brilliant cut green diamonds and baguette shape white
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Round Brilliant Cut Orange Diamond and baguette White Diamond 18K Gold Band Ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rare style and stone masterpiece, with round brilliant cut Orange diamonds and baguette shape white
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Round Brilliant and Baguette Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Round brilliant and baguette diamond ring beautifully made in 18k white gold. The details are as
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

5.74ct Tanzanite Cocktail Ring with 1.00cttw Baguette Diamonds in Platinum 18K
By Bracken Jewelers
Located in Santa Monica, CA
- Accent Stones: 6 baguette diamonds (1.00cttw, VS1 clarity, H color) - Metals: Platinum band, 18K yellow
Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

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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.