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Belle Époque 1.10 Carat Canary Sapphire Platinum Ring
Located in METAIRIE, LA
This Belle Époque Sapphire Ring features a central Round cut 1.10 carat Natural Canary Yellow
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Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum

Belle Epoque 1.14 Carats Diamond Sapphire Platinum Bombe Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
synthetic sapphires - well matched in bright blue color With single cut diamonds weighing in total
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Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Belle Époque Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
Classy 18k white Gold, Blue Sapphire and Diamond cluster Ring, set in the center with an emerald
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20th Century Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Belle Epoque Style Sapphire & Diamond Long Filigree Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Crafted in reminiscence of the great Belle Epoque era, this elongated filigree engagement ring
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2010s Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

French Belle Époque Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A magnificent sapphire and diamond ring dating back to the early 1900s. Set in 18k yellow gold are
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Early 20th Century European Belle Époque Cluster Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold

Edwardian Belle Epoque Sapphire & Diamond Filigree Ring in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
A beautiful handmade Edwardian period sapphire, and diamond ring in platinum. Centered by a 1.41
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Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Belle Époque Sapphire Single-Stone Ring Circa 1920's
Located in Firenze, IT
The oval-shaped sapphire, weighing 7.80 carats, within a pierced floral gallery millegrain-set with
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Vintage 1910s French Belle Époque Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Platinum

French Belle Epoque Diamond Sapphire Gold and Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
top French Hallmarks Belle Epoque circa 1910 Ring size 6-1/4 and can be resized Step into the
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Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Belle Époque Certified 2.44 Carat Unheated Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
An exquisite filigree ring set in 18k gold, authentic from Art Nouveau era, featuring a beautiful
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Early 20th Century Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Belle Époque French Sapphire and Diamond 18k and Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Belle Époque French Sapphire and Diamond 18k and Platinum Ring. Featuring one cushion cut blue
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Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, ...

Antique 18ct Gold Belle Époque Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Belle Époque Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Beautiful Belle Époque Ring. Set with a
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Antique Late 19th Century European Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Belle Epoque 1.36 Ct. Natural Unheated Sapphire Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Centered by a velvety blue Burma Sapphire, this French Belle Epoque era cocktail ring is proudly
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque More Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Belle Epoque Spirit Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Swirl Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
spirit of the antique jewelry from the Belle Epoque. Our opinion : the setting of this sapphire diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary French Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, ...

Belle Époque French Diamond and Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Belle Époque French Diamond and Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Toi et Moi Ring. Featuring one old
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Antique Early 1900s Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Belle Epoque No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Antique Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a sugarloaf-shaped sapphire cabochon weighing approximately 1.44 carats total Natural Sri
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Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Belle Epoque 5.61ct Burma No-Heat Sapphire Diamond Ring, GIA
Located in New York, NY
BELLE EPOQUE SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING DIAMONDS: rose-cut diamonds and single-cut diamonds with
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Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Belle Époque French GIA Australian No Heat Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cluster
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Belle Époque French GIA Australian No Heat Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
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Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Damiani Belle Epoque Diamond and Sapphire White Gold Band Ring
By Damiani
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond And Sapphire Band Ring by Damiani. With 46 Round brilliant cut diamonds
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Early 2000s Italian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Antique Russian Belle Epoque Pink Sapphire Diamond Gold Swirl Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in St. Petersburg between 1899 and 1904 14K yellow gold, eighteen natural pink sapphires
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Early 20th Century Russian Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

French White Diamond Blue Sapphire Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
A French platinum, blue sapphire and diamond ring designed as an elongated marquise shape set with
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20th Century French Belle Époque Cluster Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Palermo, IT
Vintage Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring 18 kt gold ring with central sapphire ct 4.50 ct and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Diamond Sapphire 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage timeless ring crafted in 14K yellow gold decorated with a oval shape sapphire and 6
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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Antique Burma Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
essence of the Belle Epoque era. The sapphire takes center stage, held in place by the delicate embrace of
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Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

20th Century Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
in the center with 4 claws with a faceted oval sapphire. On either side of the start of the ring are
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Fabergé Collection Three Colors of Love Gubelin Cert 6.01 Carat Sapphire Ring
By Fabergé
Located in Montreux, CH
Three Colours of Love Sapphire Ring 100RG177/1 The Three Colours of Love Collection exemplifies
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2010s British Belle Époque Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1900s Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Bangle Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 14 karat rose gold, shell hallmark. Pretty antique ring in rose gold, it is chiseled of
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Band Rings

Materials

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

Natural Untreated 14.50 Carat Sapphire Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in London, GB
A natural untreated 14.50 carat sapphire diamond ring set in platinum. This truly stunning ring is
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2010s Unknown Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

20th Century Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
century. Our opinion : A beautiful antique sapphire diamond ring full of history. Specialized in antique
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Bochic “Orient” Fancy Color Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Cocktail Ring Natural Beautiful Sri Lankan Sapphires - 11 carats Shape - Round
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Green Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Silver, 22k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Diamond & Sapphire Vintage Crown Ring Set In 18K & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Diamond & Sapphire Vintage Crown Ring Set In 18K & Silver Perfect for stacking
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

20th Century Sapphire Double Row Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
ring, it is closed set with a cushion-cut sapphire in the center of a double row of rose-cut diamonds
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Cluster Rings

Materials

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

French 20th Century Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
. Our opinion : Sublime, this antique sapphire diamond ring is the perfect illustration of the work of
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Emerald & Sapphire Vintage Cluster Ring Set 18K & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pearl & Multi Sapphire Vintage Cluster Ring Set 18K & Silver Red natural ruby
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

French, 1900s, Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Cluster Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Sublime antique ring, the setting of oval shape
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Bochic “Capri” Opal & Ruby & Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Candy Butterfly” Blue Fire Opal, Ruby & Sapphire Ring From the “Capri” collection Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Opal, Silver, 22k Gold

2.68 Carat Red Hot Ruby 1.21 Carat Blue Soothing Sapphire Cocktail Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
An elegant mix of 1.21 carats of deep blue sapphire and 2.68 carat of vivid red ruby makes it one
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2010s Hong Kong Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

20th Century Yellow Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Snake Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. The setting of this antique snake ring is formed by 2
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Bochic “Capri” Star Ruby Cocktail Ring with Natural Pink Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Star Ruby Cocktail Ring with Natural Pink Sapphires Set in 22 Gold & Silver Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Star Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Ruby, Silver, Gold Plate, 22k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Pink Sapphires & Tourmaline Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pink Sapphires & Tourmaline Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Pink Natural Sapphires
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphire & Ruby Panther Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphire & Ruby Panther Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Yellow Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Silver, Gold Plate, Gold

French 20th Century Purple Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
yellow gold ring features a white gold clawed basket on top, holding a purple oval sapphire. Height : 7.5
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Orient” Red Ruby & Multi Color Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Red Ruby & Multi Color Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Cabochon
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Green Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Gold Plate...

19th Century Natural Yellow Sapphire Fine Pearls 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
yellow sapphire. Fine half-pearls surround the ring. Total weight of the sapphire : 2.34 carat
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bochic “Orient” Opal, Multi Sapphires & Ruby Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Opal, Multi Sapphires & Ruby Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby - 3
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

20th Century Natural Non Heated Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold. A charming antique ring with a very flat, oval-shaped setting featuring
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Cluster Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum, 18...

19th Century Ceylon Yellow Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
start of the ring is adorned on either side with 2x3 rose-cut diamonds. Total weight of the sapphire
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

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

“Capri” Opal & Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set in 18k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Opal & Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Blue Sapphire from Sri
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, White Gold, Silver

“Orient” Red Ruby & Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Red Ruby & Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 22K Gold & Silver Multi natural gem
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Emerald & Sapphire Elephant Rings Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Emerald & Sapphire Elephant Rings Set In 22K Gold & Silver Beautiful Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Jungle” Blue Sapphire and Green Emerald Ring, Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Jungle” Blue Sapphire and Green Emerald Ring Natural round brilliant blue Sapphire - 6
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Silver, 22k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Black Pearl & Pink Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set in 22k Gold & Silve
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Black Pearl & Pink Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 22K Gold & SilveR Beautiful
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Black Pea...

Bochic “Capri” Blue Sapphire, Ruby & Topaz Cocktail Ring Set in 22k Gold & Silve
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Blue Sapphire, Ruby & Topaz Cocktail Ring Set In 22K Gold & Silver Multi natural gem
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, 22k Gold, Silver, Gold Plate

Bochic “Capri” Blue Sapphire & Multi Gem Cocktail Ring Set in 18k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Blue Sapphire & Multi Gem Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Multi natural gem
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Topaz, Topaz, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Peridot, 18k Gold, Silver, G...

Vintage No Heat Blue Sapphire and Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring, App. 1.22 TCW, GIA
Located in Southport, CT
Vintage Natural No Heat Blue Sapphire And Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring. This beautiful, traditional
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20th Century Unknown Belle Époque Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Bochic “Capri” Pearl & Multi Color Rose Cut Sapphires Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Pastel Color Sapphires, further accentuating its beauty. One of the standout aspects of this ring is its
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Green Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Pearl, Silver, G...

Natural Sapphire Snake Ring Antique Victorian French 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL ANTIQUE ART NOUVEAU - VICTORIAN - BELLE EPOQUE - ENTWINED SNAKE RING WITH TWO
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 1.50 Ct Diamond F VVS VS Sapphire Platinum ring In
Located in Napoli, IT
Superb example of Edwardian period Diamond and Sapphire ring Individually hand crafted as unique
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Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Tanzanite & White Topaz Cocktail Ring Set In 18K & Gold
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Ruby, Tanzanite & Fancy Sapphire Candy Cocktail Ring Red Natural Ruby Shape - Cabochon 6
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Topaz

Retro Toi et Moi 0.60ct Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Crossover Ring in 18k Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
popularity of these special rings was at its peak during the Edwardian & Belle Epoque periods, the design is
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Edwardian 1905 Belle Epoque Cross In 18Kt Gold With Diamond and Sapphire
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian belle époque cross. Beautiful cross from the Belle Epoque period, created during the
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Antique Early 1900s North American Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Pall...

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Belle Epoque Sapphire Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the belle epoque sapphire ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 120 vintage editions and 11 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a belle epoque sapphire ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. A belle epoque sapphire ring from Baume, Black, Starr & Frost and Concierge Diamonds Inc. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and cushion cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a belle epoque sapphire ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Belle Epoque Sapphire Ring?

The price for a belle epoque sapphire ring starts at $1,255 and tops out at $285,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $6,200.

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.