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Edwardian Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring, c.1910
Edwardian Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring, c.1910

Edwardian Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring, c.1910

Located in Braintree, GB

An Edwardian natural sapphire and diamond ring crafted circa 1910 in 15KT gold with platinum

Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold

Yellow Ceylon Sapphire and diamond pendant, circa 1910.
Yellow Ceylon Sapphire and diamond pendant, circa 1910.

Yellow Ceylon Sapphire and diamond pendant, circa 1910.

Located in London, GB

Yellow Ceylon Sapphire and diamond pendant. Set to centre with a cushion shape old cut natural

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Sapphire

Purple Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910
Purple Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910

Purple Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910

Located in London, GB

Purple Ceylon sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old cut natural

Category

Vintage 1910s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Nouveau Gold And Sapphire Ring, Circa 1910
Art Nouveau Gold And Sapphire Ring, Circa 1910

Art Nouveau Gold And Sapphire Ring, Circa 1910

Located in Firenze, IT

sapphire cased. Size 7 Weight: 13,70gr.

Category

Vintage 1910s Italian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold

Edwardian Burmese sapphire and diamond cluster ring, circa 1910.
Edwardian Burmese sapphire and diamond cluster ring, circa 1910.

Edwardian Burmese sapphire and diamond cluster ring, circa 1910.

Located in London, GB

Edwardian Burmese sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Set to the centre with a cushion shape old cut

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1910.
Edwardian Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1910.

Edwardian Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1910.

Located in London, GB

Edwardian Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Cushion Sapphire Ring (Approx. 1-Carat) Platinum, Circa 1910
Antique Cushion Sapphire Ring (Approx. 1-Carat) Platinum, Circa 1910

Antique Cushion Sapphire Ring (Approx. 1-Carat) Platinum, Circa 1910

Located in New York, NY

, Circa 1910 Primary Stone: Sapphire Primary Stone Carat: Approx. 1-Carats Secondary Stone: Diamond

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Burmese Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, French, circa 1910
Burmese Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, French, circa 1910

Burmese Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, French, circa 1910

Located in London, GB

Burmese sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set with a round old cut natural unenhanced

Category

Vintage 1910s French Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique 1.47Ct Sapphire and 0.54Ct Diamond, Platinum Cluster Ring Circa 1910
Antique 1.47Ct Sapphire and 0.54Ct Diamond, Platinum Cluster Ring Circa 1910

Antique 1.47Ct Sapphire and 0.54Ct Diamond, Platinum Cluster Ring Circa 1910

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.47 carat oval sapphire and 0.54 carat diamond, platinum

Category

Vintage 1910s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian Silver Pendant 2 Carat Natural Old Mine Diamond & Sapphire circa 1910
Edwardian Silver Pendant 2 Carat Natural Old Mine Diamond & Sapphire circa 1910

Edwardian Silver Pendant 2 Carat Natural Old Mine Diamond & Sapphire circa 1910

Located in Los Angeles, CA

) & Natural 6.9mm CAB Blue Sapphire Circa 1910. The piece is set with 60 Old Mine & rough diamonds weighing

Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Silver

Antique Natural Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1910
Antique Natural Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1910

Antique Natural Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1910

Located in London, GB

sapphire mounted in an open back claw setting weighing 1.38 carats. The sapphire is beautifully accompanied

Category

Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum

0.48 Carat Sapphire 0.09 Carat Diamond 15k Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1910
0.48 Carat Sapphire 0.09 Carat Diamond 15k Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1910

0.48 Carat Sapphire 0.09 Carat Diamond 15k Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1910

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique Edwardian 0.48 carat sapphire and 0.09 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow

Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

J.E. Caldwell sapphire and diamond three stone ring, American, circa 1910.
J.E. Caldwell sapphire and diamond three stone ring, American, circa 1910.

J.E. Caldwell sapphire and diamond three stone ring, American, circa 1910.

Located in London, GB

J.E. Caldwell sapphire and diamond three stone ring. Set with a cushion shape cabochon natural

Category

Vintage 1910s Central American Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 1910 Rosetta Earrings in 18kt Yellow Gold with Sapphires and Diamonds
Antique 1910 Rosetta Earrings in 18kt Yellow Gold with Sapphires and Diamonds

Antique 1910 Rosetta Earrings in 18kt Yellow Gold with Sapphires and Diamonds

Located in Aventura, FL

the heart of each earring lies a stunning round cut sapphire, approximately 2.10 carats in total

Category

Vintage 1910s Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Antique 0.78 Carat Sapphire 0.88 Carat Diamond, 14k Yellow Gold Ring Circa 1910
Antique 0.78 Carat Sapphire 0.88 Carat Diamond, 14k Yellow Gold Ring Circa 1910

Antique 0.78 Carat Sapphire 0.88 Carat Diamond, 14k Yellow Gold Ring Circa 1910

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.78 carat sapphire and 0.88 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow

Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 1910 Natural Pearls Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds And Sapphires
Edwardian 1910 Natural Pearls Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds And Sapphires

Edwardian 1910 Natural Pearls Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds And Sapphires

Located in Miami, FL

England during the Edwardian belle époque period, back in the 1910. This necklace is made up by a knotted

Category

Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, G...

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910
Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910

Located in London, GB

deep blue sapphire weighs 0.35 carat and is claw set. The surrounding halo is made up of six old cut

Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 1910 Pendant Brooch in Platinum with 2.35 Ctw in Diamonds and Sapphire
Edwardian 1910 Pendant Brooch in Platinum with 2.35 Ctw in Diamonds and Sapphire

Edwardian 1910 Pendant Brooch in Platinum with 2.35 Ctw in Diamonds and Sapphire

Located in Miami, FL

period, created back in the 1910. This convertible pendant-brooch was carefully crafted in solid platinum

Category

Vintage 1910s American Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Sapphire and Diamond Filigree Bar Brooch, circa 1910
Sapphire and Diamond Filigree Bar Brooch, circa 1910

Sapphire and Diamond Filigree Bar Brooch, circa 1910

Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse

weighing approximately 0.90 ct and calibré cut Sapphires in an exquuisite filigree open work setting with

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique French 18ct Gold, Edwardian Sapphire Pearl Pendant / Brooch, Circa 1910
Antique French 18ct Gold, Edwardian Sapphire Pearl Pendant / Brooch, Circa 1910

Antique French 18ct Gold, Edwardian Sapphire Pearl Pendant / Brooch, Circa 1910

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique French Sapphire, Diamond & Pearl Pendant / Brooch 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1910 *The

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Daisy Star Cluster Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1910
18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Daisy Star Cluster Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1910

18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Daisy Star Cluster Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1910

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Daisy Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Chester 1910 This exquisite 18ct gold Edwardian

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

3 Carats Green sapphire and diamond cluster ring circa 1900 - 1910
3 Carats Green sapphire and diamond cluster ring circa 1900 - 1910

3 Carats Green sapphire and diamond cluster ring circa 1900 - 1910

Located in Uccle, BE

Sapphire cluster ring circa 1910. Bicolor 18 Karat white gold on top and yellow gold for the body

Category

Antique Early 1900s European Belle Époque Cluster Rings

Materials

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

.50 Carat Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring
.50 Carat Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring

.50 Carat Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in Hicksville, NY

Item Details:  Ring Size:4 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.5 grams Center Sapphire Details Shape

Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Nouveau 10K Sapphire Bangle
Art Nouveau 10K Sapphire Bangle

Art Nouveau 10K Sapphire Bangle

Located in Riverdale, NY

Elegant Edwardian 10K Sapphire Bangle from the early 1900's. Pinkish gold with a higher yellow gold

Category

Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Bangles

Materials

Sapphire, 10k Gold

5.38 Carat Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring
5.38 Carat Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring

5.38 Carat Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in Hicksville, NY

Unheated Sapphire Shape: Antique Oval Carat: 5.38 carat Color: Pink Side Stone Details: Shape: Old

Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian Unheated Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Edwardian Unheated Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

Edwardian Unheated Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in South Pasadena, CA

Edwardian Unheated Sapphire diamond and platinum ring circa 1910. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #R-DJ531D

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in South Pasadena, CA

Edwardian sapphire diamond and platinum ring circa 1910. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #R-DJ531D Scroll down

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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian sapphire diamond 14k gold ring
Edwardian sapphire diamond 14k gold ring

Edwardian sapphire diamond 14k gold ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This Edwardian sapphire and diamond ring is a beautifully composed example of early 20th-century

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant
Antique Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant

Antique Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An impressive antique 0.04 carat sapphire and 15k yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse antique

Category

Vintage 1910s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 18k Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Edwardian 18k Sapphire & Diamond Ring

Edwardian 18k Sapphire & Diamond Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

A beautiful sapphire and diamond ring from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! This stunning piece is

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Edwardian 18k Platinum Diamond Sapphire Ring
Edwardian 18k Platinum Diamond Sapphire Ring

Edwardian 18k Platinum Diamond Sapphire Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

A gorgeous diamond and sapphire ring from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow and

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace

Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace

Located in New York, NY

ca 1910 is a delight on every neck. Set with 42 lively old mine cut diamonds and 1 oval shaped blue

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Large Antique Sapphire Diamond Gold Brooch
Large Antique Sapphire Diamond Gold Brooch

Large Antique Sapphire Diamond Gold Brooch

Located in Chicago, IL

blue sapphires and sixteen old brilliant cut diamonds. Estimated total sapphire weight is 12.50 carats

Category

Vintage 1910s Brooches

Materials

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

Antique 1890-1910 White Diamond Blue Sapphire Pearl Ruby Broach in 14 Karat Gold
Antique 1890-1910 White Diamond Blue Sapphire Pearl Ruby Broach in 14 Karat Gold

Antique 1890-1910 White Diamond Blue Sapphire Pearl Ruby Broach in 14 Karat Gold

Located in New York, NY

Moguldiam Inc Antique 1890- 1910 natural white diamond, blue sapphire, pearl, ruby broach in 14k

Category

Antique 1890s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Edwardian Platinum French Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Edwardian Platinum French Diamond and Sapphire Ring

Edwardian Platinum French Diamond and Sapphire Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

A stunning diamond and sapphire ring from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! This beautiful ring is

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian 14K Star Sapphire Flush Mount Ring
Edwardian 14K Star Sapphire Flush Mount Ring

Edwardian 14K Star Sapphire Flush Mount Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

A beautiful star sapphire flush mount ring from the Edwardian (ca1910) era! This stunning ring has

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

7.10 Ct Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Antique Ring
7.10 Ct Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Antique Ring

7.10 Ct Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Antique Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

sapphire from Ceylon of a very nice blue color framed by a double halo of old cut diamonds. The sapphire is

Category

Vintage 1910s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian French Diamond Sapphire Platinum Bracelet
Edwardian French Diamond Sapphire Platinum Bracelet

Edwardian French Diamond Sapphire Platinum Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

Beautifully designed and magnificently handcrafted Edwardian bracelet from ca 1910. Bezel set with

Category

Vintage 1910s French Edwardian More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Sapphire Diamond Platinum Gold Ring
Antique Sapphire Diamond Platinum Gold Ring

Antique Sapphire Diamond Platinum Gold Ring

Located in Geneva, CH

An Antique Marquise ring centered by a cushion Natural Sapphire (approximately 2.88 carat

Category

Vintage 1910s British Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold

Edwardian Sapphire and Pearl Bar Pin
Edwardian Sapphire and Pearl Bar Pin

Edwardian Sapphire and Pearl Bar Pin

Located in New York, NY

Lovely Edwardian Sapphire and natural pearl bar pin brooch of bezel set blue sapphires with pegged

Category

Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Seven Row Multi-Gemstone Harem Ring In 18 Karat Gold, Circa 1910
Antique Seven Row Multi-Gemstone Harem Ring In 18 Karat Gold, Circa 1910

Antique Seven Row Multi-Gemstone Harem Ring In 18 Karat Gold, Circa 1910

Located in London, GB

An antique gemstone seven row harem ring, set with amethyst, peridot, ruby, pearl, sapphire, garnet

Category

Vintage 1910s Turkish Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Peridot, Ruby...

Art Deco filigree Platinum Brooch with 5.15 CTW in Sapphire and Diamonds
Art Deco filigree Platinum Brooch with 5.15 CTW in Sapphire and Diamonds

Art Deco filigree Platinum Brooch with 5.15 CTW in Sapphire and Diamonds

Located in Aventura, FL

Circa 1910–1920s, this exquisite Art Deco era brooch is masterfully crafted in platinum, featuring

Category

Vintage 1910s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian 4.98 CTW No Heat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Antique Pendant Necklace
Edwardian 4.98 CTW No Heat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Antique Pendant Necklace

Edwardian 4.98 CTW No Heat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Antique Pendant Necklace

Located in Philadelphia, PA

motif and centering an articulating drop Featuring a bezel set mixed-cut calf's head shaped sapphire

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Gold and Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Gold and Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring

Gold and Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring

Located in Amsterdam, NL

sapphire (16 carats) held by eight spall gold claws. Surrounded by an entourage of rose-cut diamonds set in

Category

Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Art Nouveau Sapphire, Pearl, Enamel Pendant 14K
Art Nouveau Sapphire, Pearl, Enamel Pendant 14K

Art Nouveau Sapphire, Pearl, Enamel Pendant 14K

Located in North Hollywood, CA

also has a Pear shaped Blue Sapphire in the center and single cut Diamonds surround. This shape is

Category

Vintage 1910s English Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Enamel

Edwardian Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Edwardian Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Edwardian Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Located in Banbury, GB

8.52arat no heat gem-quality Ceylon sapphire with Gem And Pearl Lab certification. The elegant cushion-cut

Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian French 18k/Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Bracelet
Edwardian French 18k/Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Bracelet

Edwardian French 18k/Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Bracelet

Located in Narberth, PA

An absolutely stunning sapphire and diamond bracelet from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! Crafted in

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Beaded Bracelets

Materials

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

Victorian Diamond Sapphire Silver Top Gold Bangle Bracelet
Victorian Diamond Sapphire Silver Top Gold Bangle Bracelet

Victorian Diamond Sapphire Silver Top Gold Bangle Bracelet

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1910 Bangle Bracelet, 15K Yellow Gold with a Silver top, set with Old cut Diamonds totaling

Category

Vintage 1910s British Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver

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1910 Sapphire For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 1910 sapphire 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, Platinum and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You’re likely to find the perfect 1910 sapphire among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 1910 sapphire over the years, but those made by Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Krementz & Co are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and old european cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 1910 sapphire, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 1910 Sapphire?

The price for a 1910 sapphire starts at $396 and tops out at $298,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,368.

The Legacy of Sapphire in Jewelry Design

On 1stDibs, shop the bright blue gems that star in sapphire rings, sapphire necklaces and other vintage and antique sapphire jewelry

Sapphires — the stone of choice for Napoleon, Princess Diana and Elizabeth Taylor — have been a favorite of aristocrats and the well-to-do since the time of the Ancient Greeks.

Picture a sapphire. If the stone you conjure is a deep cornflower blue, you’re seeing only part of the picture. Although blue Kashmirs are considered the most valuable, sapphires come in every color except red. No matter the hue, this very special gem is rich in history and beloved by royals (FYI, Princess Diana and Kate Middleton share an 11-carat sapphire engagement ring), so September babies are in very noble company.

America’s version of royalty — old money and celebrities — have also shown a predilection for the blue stones. In 1940, John D. Rockefeller Jr. had Cartier mount a 62-carat sapphire he had bought from an Indian maharajah in a brooch for his first wife, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller; in 2001, the piece sold for a then-record of $3,031,000 at Christie’s New York.

The grand dame of jewelry, Elizabeth Taylor had a passion for the gems that her lovers were happy to indulge. Second husband Michael Wilding gave her an engagement ring set with a cabochon sapphire, while Richard Burton famously presented her with a BVLGARI sautoir set with diamonds and sapphires, including at its center a cabochon Burmese weighing 52.72 carats. One of the star lots in the sale of Taylor’s jewels at the Christie’s New York in 2011, it sold for $5,906,500.

You don’t have to have blue blood or a bulging bank account, however, to get an eyeful of this much-coveted gem. A number of outstanding examples reside in public collections.

The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History owns the 423-carat Logan sapphire, a gift from the Guggenheim family, and the Hall sapphire and diamond necklace, designed by Harry Winston and featuring 36 fine, well-matched cushion-cut Sri Lankan sapphires weighing a combined 195 carats. Also in the collection is the Bismarck sapphire necklace, designed by Cartier and sporting a central sapphire weighing 98.6 carats, which Mona Von Bismarck donated to the museum.

Sapphires are composed of corundum. Their color derives from trace elements, such as iron, titanium, chromium, copper or magnesium. When the trace element produces a ruby hue, the stone is called, what else, a ruby. (which is, as mentioned above, why sapphires cannot be red by definition).

The allure of large gemstones endures throughout the periods characterized as vintage, and sapphire features frequently in vintage engagement rings. (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.)  

Find an exquisite collection of vintage and antique sapphire jewelry on 1stDibs.