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Can sapphires be purple?

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Can sapphires be purple?
Yes, sapphires can be purple. While sapphires are generally blue, these stones actually come in a wide range of colors. Purple sapphires are some of the rarest sapphires in the world.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Platinum Halo Diamond Gia No Heat Color Change Purple Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco Inspired Very Rare Color Change Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring. This ring is out of this
Category

2010s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

1.25 Carat Purple Sapphire Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire engagement ring. Oval sapphire bezel set center stone in a 14k yellow gold setting. 1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.31 Oval Blue Purple Sapphire Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's oval sapphire diamond halo engagement ring. AGTA certified oval simple heat only, natural
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Purple Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

.47 Carat Purple Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond engagement ring. 1 square purple and blue center sapphire, in a 14k yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Purple Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Platinum 2.83ctw GIA Cushion Ceylon Purple Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This very chic vintage engagement ring is crafted in solid platinum and features a truly
Category

1990s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.40 Carat Purple Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1920's Art Deco Natural purple and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified cushion cut center
Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

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