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Lab-grown tapered baguette cut diamond

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Lab-Grown Tapered Baguette Cut Diamond

The Perfect Complement The tapered baguette narrows from one end to the other, creating a trapezoidal profile that flows naturally alongside curved centre s...

Sourced to your specification
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What carat weight?

We will source as close to your preference as quality allows.

Preferred clarity?

All stones meet a VS1 minimum. Higher grades involve longer sourcing windows.

Anything else we should know?

Setting preference, timing, budget guidance, certification requirements; anything that helps us source.

Where do we reach you?

One of our lapidaries will be in touch to begin sourcing your stone.

Pricing on request, every specialty cut is sourced to your specification

Cut
Tapered Baguette
Origin
Lab-grown
Certification
IGI / GIA
Lead time
4-6 weeks

How it works

From your specification to your door

  1. 01 Specify Tell us shape, carat and clarity.
    Step one, choose your diamond shape, carat and clarity
  2. 02 Curate We return three certified options.
    Step two, our lapidary curates a certified shortlist
  3. 03 Reserve A 50% deposit locks in your stone.
    Step three, reserve your chosen lab-grown diamond
  4. 04 Settle Balance paid before dispatch.
    Step four, settle the balance and receive insured delivery

4-6 weeks turnaround. Stones sourced from international laboratories.

The diamond

An overview

The tapered baguette is a variation of the classic baguette that narrows from one end to the other, forming a trapezoidal profile. This subtle taper allows it to follow the natural curves of adjacent stones, making it the premier accent shape for multi-stone ring designs. Its step-cut facets deliver the same clean shimmer as a standard baguette, with the added versatility of a form that flows organically alongside round, oval, and pear-shaped centre stones.

Heritage

Origin & development

The tapered baguette evolved alongside its rectangular counterpart during the Art Deco period, born from the practical need for accent stones that could sit flush against curved centre diamonds. Jewellers of the 1920s and 1930s recognised that a standard rectangular baguette left visible gaps when paired with rounded shapes. By angling one side, they created a stone that married seamlessly with any centre, establishing a design principle that remains foundational in fine jewellery today.

The cut

How it's shaped

The tapered baguette features four sides with one pair of parallel edges and one pair of converging edges, creating its characteristic trapezoidal form. The step-cut faceting runs parallel to the longer edges, producing clean lines of light that mirror the stone's geometry. The degree of taper varies depending on the intended setting, with more acute angles designed for curved centre stones and gentler tapers suited to angular centres.

Why this cut

Highlights

Tapered baguettes are the finishing touch that elevates a multi-stone ring from good to exceptional. Their ability to conform to the outline of a centre stone creates a seamless visual flow that no other accent shape can match. The step-cut facets complement rather than compete with a brilliant centre, adding depth and structure without overwhelming the design. For jewellers and designers, the tapered baguette is an essential tool for creating balanced, harmonious compositions.
Cut
Tapered Baguette
Carat range
1.0 to 5.0
Clarity
VS1 to FL
Origin
Lab-grown
Certification
IGI / GIA