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Elongated Cushion Cut With Baguettes

Elongated Cushion Cut Tanzanite & Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold
Elongated Cushion Cut Tanzanite & Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold

Elongated Cushion Cut Tanzanite & Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This striking ring showcases a vivid elongated cushion-cut tanzanite, glowing with an intense blue

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GIA 2.66 carat cushion cut sapphire diamond platinum ring
GIA 2.66 carat cushion cut sapphire diamond platinum ring

GIA 2.66 carat cushion cut sapphire diamond platinum ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This exquisite platinum ring centers a vibrant 2.66-carat cushion cut sapphire from Sri Lanka

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1990s Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 6.01 Carat Cushion Cut Emerald Three-Stone Platinum Ring
GIA Certified 6.01 Carat Cushion Cut Emerald Three-Stone Platinum Ring

GIA Certified 6.01 Carat Cushion Cut Emerald Three-Stone Platinum Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

This sophisticated three-stone ring centers on a stunning 6.01 carat cushion-cut emerald, certified

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2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.29 Carats Pink Diamond Cushion Cut Ring in 18K White Gold
GIA Certified 1.29 Carats Pink Diamond Cushion Cut Ring in 18K White Gold

GIA Certified 1.29 Carats Pink Diamond Cushion Cut Ring in 18K White Gold

Located in New York, NY

Elongated Cushion Cut Accompanied by GIA Certification GIA# 2497740038 Side Diamond Breakdown: 0.71 Ct

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Aquamarine Ring. 1.95ct Cushion Cut 18k Yellow Gold Ring Stone Accent
Natural Aquamarine Ring. 1.95ct Cushion Cut 18k Yellow Gold Ring Stone Accent

Natural Aquamarine Ring. 1.95ct Cushion Cut 18k Yellow Gold Ring Stone Accent

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite ring showcases a stunning cushion-cut aquamarine at its center, prong-set to

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Yellow Diamond Cushion Cut Cocktail Ring 7.74ct Halo 18K White Gold
GIA Yellow Diamond Cushion Cut Cocktail Ring 7.74ct Halo 18K White Gold

GIA Yellow Diamond Cushion Cut Cocktail Ring 7.74ct Halo 18K White Gold

Located in Great Neck, NY

elongated tapered baguette diamonds radiate outward, enhancing the cushion silhouette and amplifying the

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Morganite and Ruby Ring. Cushion Cut Morganite Ruby Accent 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Morganite and Ruby Ring. Cushion Cut Morganite Ruby Accent 18k Yellow Gold Ring

Morganite and Ruby Ring. Cushion Cut Morganite Ruby Accent 18k Yellow Gold Ring

Located in New York, NY

centerpiece. Expertly cut into a classic cushion shape, the morganite radiates a warm, peachy-pink hue with

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Morganite, Yellow Gold

C.Dunaigre Certified 7.59 Carat Blue Sapphire and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ring
C.Dunaigre Certified 7.59 Carat Blue Sapphire and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ring

C.Dunaigre Certified 7.59 Carat Blue Sapphire and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

elongated cushion shape that enhances its depth and brilliance. The center stone is flanked by a pair of

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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire

Platinum 14.50ctw GIA Cushion Rhodolite Garnet Solitaire & Diamond Accents Ring
Platinum 14.50ctw GIA Cushion Rhodolite Garnet Solitaire & Diamond Accents Ring

Platinum 14.50ctw GIA Cushion Rhodolite Garnet Solitaire & Diamond Accents Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Rhodolite Garnet - Elongated Cushion Brilliant Cut - Prong Set

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, Platinum

Tanzanite and Diamond Baguette Engagement Ring in 18k Gold, 5.35 Carats
Tanzanite and Diamond Baguette Engagement Ring in 18k Gold, 5.35 Carats

Tanzanite and Diamond Baguette Engagement Ring in 18k Gold, 5.35 Carats

By Sarosi By Timeless Gems

Located in Los Angeles, CA

tanzanite weighing 5.35 carats! The tanzanite is a slightly elongated cushion shape, giving it a very

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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 18K White Gold 11.56 Carat Tanzanite and Diamond Ring
Estate 18K White Gold 11.56 Carat Tanzanite and Diamond Ring

Estate 18K White Gold 11.56 Carat Tanzanite and Diamond Ring

Located in Los Angeles, CA

white gold and showcases a vivid blue elongated cushion-cut tanzanite weighing an impressive 11.56

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 2.25 CTW No Heat Ruby Diamond Platinum Wide Band Ring GIA
Vintage 2.25 CTW No Heat Ruby Diamond Platinum Wide Band Ring GIA

Vintage 2.25 CTW No Heat Ruby Diamond Platinum Wide Band Ring GIA

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering an elongated cushion cut ruby weighing 1.00 carats total - transparent medium red in

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20th Century Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco 8.02Tcw Zambian Emerald Diamonds Stud Earrings
18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco 8.02Tcw Zambian Emerald Diamonds Stud Earrings

18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco 8.02Tcw Zambian Emerald Diamonds Stud Earrings

By Spectrum Jewels

Located in Diera, Dubai

set and is flanked on the left and right by a cluster of baguette-cut diamonds, which add a sleek

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco 8.02Tcw Zambian Emerald Diamonds Stud Earrings
14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco 8.02Tcw Zambian Emerald Diamonds Stud Earrings

14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco 8.02Tcw Zambian Emerald Diamonds Stud Earrings

By Spectrum Jewels

Located in Diera, Dubai

set and is flanked on the left and right by a cluster of baguette-cut diamonds, which add a sleek

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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Platinum Diamond GIA Certified 0.79 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Ring
Platinum Diamond GIA Certified 0.79 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Ring

Platinum Diamond GIA Certified 0.79 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Ring

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Cushion Cut Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline, 10 Baguette Diamonds, 6 Round Diamonds, F-G Color SI1-SI2

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum

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Baguette Diamond 7.04 Ct. Clamper Bracelet 18 Karat 41.25 Gram White Gold
Baguette Diamond 7.04 Ct. Clamper Bracelet 18 Karat 41.25 Gram White Gold

Baguette Diamond 7.04 Ct. Clamper Bracelet 18 Karat 41.25 Gram White Gold

Located in New York, NY

facets, whereas baguette cuts only have 14 facets. Baguette cuts have a narrow, more elongated shape than

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2010s Unknown Art Deco Clamper Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 0.90 Carat Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Art Deco 0.90 Carat Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring

Art Deco 0.90 Carat Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

set, and “floats” within a white gold square. Two pairs of elongated baguette cuts step down to the

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Mid-20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

6 Carat Tanzanite and Diamond 5-Stone Cocktail Ring
6 Carat Tanzanite and Diamond 5-Stone Cocktail Ring

6 Carat Tanzanite and Diamond 5-Stone Cocktail Ring

By carpenter and sons

Located in Aliso Viejo, CA

. This 6 carat cushion cut Tanzanite has a stunning combination of the deepest violet purples and cool

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Early 2000s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Retro GIA 3.01 Carat Cushion Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Retro GIA 3.01 Carat Cushion Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Retro GIA 3.01 Carat Cushion Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

certified modified cushion brilliant cut diamond of 3.01 carats, accompanied with certificate #6402831303

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1950s Midcentury 9.55 Carat Emerald Diamond Platinum Scrolled Link Bracelet
1950s Midcentury 9.55 Carat Emerald Diamond Platinum Scrolled Link Bracelet

1950s Midcentury 9.55 Carat Emerald Diamond Platinum Scrolled Link Bracelet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

links Elongated links center triads of cushion and emerald cut emeralds weighing in total approximately

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Vintage 1950s Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Fine Tourmaline Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Oscar Heyman Fine Tourmaline Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

Oscar Heyman Fine Tourmaline Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

By Oscar Heyman

Located in Miami, FL

, rare GIA certified cushion-cut Tourmaline of Blue-Green color, weighing approx. 17.39cts. Complimented

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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

AGL Certified 4.88 Carat Cushion Cut Tanzanite and Diamond Ring in 14 Karat WG
AGL Certified 4.88 Carat Cushion Cut Tanzanite and Diamond Ring in 14 Karat WG

AGL Certified 4.88 Carat Cushion Cut Tanzanite and Diamond Ring in 14 Karat WG

Located in Southport, CT

A beautiful vintage find with a lovely bezel set elongated Cushion Cut Tanzanite surrounded by

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Platinum Baguette Round Diamond Ceylon Cabochon Sapphire 6 Carats Cocktail Ring
Platinum Baguette Round Diamond Ceylon Cabochon Sapphire 6 Carats Cocktail Ring

Platinum Baguette Round Diamond Ceylon Cabochon Sapphire 6 Carats Cocktail Ring

Located in New York, NY

Introducing our exquisite Platinum Baguette Round Diamond weighing 0.95 carats and Ceylon Cushion

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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified Natural 2.69 Carat Cushion Holiday Red Spinel White Diamond Ring
GIA Certified Natural 2.69 Carat Cushion Holiday Red Spinel White Diamond Ring

GIA Certified Natural 2.69 Carat Cushion Holiday Red Spinel White Diamond Ring

By Tom Castor

Located in Lambertville , NJ

Certified, 2.69 Carat, Cushion Cut, Red Spinel of deep Red hue and intensity. The AAA quality gem is set in

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2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vivid Pink Peach Orange Unheated  NatFancy Sapphire Baguette Diamond Ring PT 18K
Vivid Pink Peach Orange Unheated  NatFancy Sapphire Baguette Diamond Ring PT 18K

Vivid Pink Peach Orange Unheated NatFancy Sapphire Baguette Diamond Ring PT 18K

By Tom Castor

Located in Lambertville , NJ

Sapphire of Gem Quality is the Unusual centerpiece of this One of a Kind Ring. The Elongated Cushion cut

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2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Go...

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By Peter Suchy

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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

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John Galliano Ivory Metallic Jacquard Slip Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2003

John Galliano Ivory Metallic Jacquard Slip Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2003

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

Bias-cut slip dress in ivory and gold-tone viscose blend jacquard, designed by John Galliano for Spring-Summer 2003. The fabric features a woven floral damask motif with metallic thr...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

4.96 Carat Green Beryl Square Radiant Cut Platinum Engagement Ring by Merkaba
4.96 Carat Green Beryl Square Radiant Cut Platinum Engagement Ring by Merkaba

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By Merkaba

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Green Beryl, Beryl, Platinum

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

GRS Certified 5.14 Carat Natural Untreated Unheated Red Ruby Diamond Ring
GRS Certified 5.14 Carat Natural Untreated Unheated Red Ruby Diamond Ring

GRS Certified 5.14 Carat Natural Untreated Unheated Red Ruby Diamond Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

A STUNNING red ruby diamond ring! GRS Certified 5.14 Carat Natural Untreated Unheated Red Ruby Diamond Ring 1 carats of white side diamonds. Custom platinum and 18k yellow gold mo...

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2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Amazing VERSACE Strapless Beaded Goddess Evening Wedding Bridal Gown Dress 42
Amazing VERSACE Strapless Beaded Goddess Evening Wedding Bridal Gown Dress 42

Amazing VERSACE Strapless Beaded Goddess Evening Wedding Bridal Gown Dress 42

By Versace

Located in Switzerland, CH

INCREDIBLE VERSACE GRECIAN GODDESS WHITE SILK BEADED EVENING GOWN Gorgeous off-white evening gown inspired by the Grecian goddesses by VERSACE Strapless with sexy semi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wedding Dresses

1948 Ring natural 2ct. Sapphire 0.6 ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS7.25/2.7gr
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1948 Ring natural 2ct. Sapphire 0.6 ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS7.25/2.7gr

Located in SE

Three Stone Cluster Ring set with sort of transitional bezel and claw setting with oval cut natural Blue Sapphire accented with 2 old European cut Diamonds in Platinum claws on solid...

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

5.03 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Cushion Three Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
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By Merkaba

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

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Located in Leonardo, NJ

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2008 Vintage Versace Embellished White Long Dress Gown 42 - 6
2008 Vintage Versace Embellished White Long Dress Gown 42 - 6

2008 Vintage Versace Embellished White Long Dress Gown 42 - 6

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

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2.96 Carat Blue Sapphire and 0.30 Carat Diamond Ring in Platinum
2.96 Carat Blue Sapphire and 0.30 Carat Diamond Ring in Platinum

2.96 Carat Blue Sapphire and 0.30 Carat Diamond Ring in Platinum

Located in Warszawa, PL

Sapphire ring, 2.96 carats, diamond ring, 0.30 carats, platinum, vintage-style engagement ring. This elegant platinum ring features a natural cushion-cut blue sapphire weighing appro...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Certified 2.11Ct Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Gold
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By Spectrum Jewels

Located in Diera, Dubai

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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

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Issac Nussbaum GIA Certified 2.02 Carat Natural Pink Diamond Ring

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By Issac Nussbaum

Located in New York, NY

This beautiful natural color pink diamond from ISSAC NUSSBAUM NEW YORK weighs an impressive 2.02 carats and is a rare cushion shape stone with a vs2 clarity fancy brown pink with pi...

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2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

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GRS Certified 2.72 Carat Pigeon's Blood Oval Deep Red Ruby Diamond Ring
GRS Certified 2.72 Carat Pigeon's Blood Oval Deep Red Ruby Diamond Ring

GRS Certified 2.72 Carat Pigeon's Blood Oval Deep Red Ruby Diamond Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

An exquisite peagon's blood deep red ruby set with two trillion cut diamonds d/e color vvs clarity set in platinum

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2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

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

4.12 ctw Blue Sapphire Diamond Three Stone Ring in 14k White Gold Gift for Women
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By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

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

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Elongated Cushion Cut With Baguettes For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of elongated cushion cut with baguettes for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, white gold and platinum. Our collection of these items for sale includes 10 vintage editions and 4 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of elongated cushion cut with baguettes bearing Art Deco or contemporary hallmarks are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Harbor Diamonds, Piaget and Sarosi By Timeless Gems produced popular versions that are worth a look. A selection of cushion cut, round cut and baguette cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of elongated cushion cut with baguettes, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Elongated Cushion Cut With Baguettes?

Prices for elongated cushion cut with baguettes start at $2,585 and top out at $178,500 with these rings, on average, selling for $13,969.

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.