Antique 1920's Art Deco Diamond & Sapphire Platinum Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique 1920's Watch 1.20ct Brilliant Round Diamonds G-H Color VS-I Clarity Beautiful Blue French
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1920's Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Bow Brooch
Located in Roma, RM
An exquisite Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Ribbon Bow Brooch, dating to the 1920s and beautifully
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire Pendant Necklace 2.65ct Platinum Original 1920's-1930's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from the 1920's-1930's Art Deco 2.65ct Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace
Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Bulova Ladies Wrist Watch Sapphire Crown 1920's-1930's 6 Inch
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Dearborn, MI
Art Deco Bulova Ladies Wrist Watch Sapphire Crown 1920's-1930's 6 Inch Features a Genuine
Sapphire, Gold-filled
Cartier Paris c.1920's Art Deco Vanity Case In 18k Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
period of the 1920s. A stunning and magnificent vanity case, created during the art deco period in
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Art Deco Diamond and Triangular Blue Sapphire Dome Band Ring in White Gold
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Art Deco dome style ring from our antique fine jewelry collection at Bracken Jewelers. It is from
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 0.40ct Sapphire Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1920s this beautiful cluster ring features a mid blue sapphire at its centre
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Blue Sapphire Diamond White Gold Art Deco, Stange Co., circa 1920s, Ring
Located in North Attleboro, MA
rectangular French cut blue sapphires surround a sparkling old European cut center white diamond. The 14k
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Bracelet, circa 1920s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This pristine and shimmering Art Deco bracelet from the 1920s is an adorable showcase of elegance
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$2,720Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Platinum Ring with Diamond, Ruby, and Sapphire Charm, 1920s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This lovely Art Deco Charm is from the 1920's and it is beautiful. I placed this on a Platinum
White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 0.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A wonderful French cut sapphire is accompanied by old cut diamonds in this beautiful Art Deco Ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A stunning deep blue sapphire sits central in this classically Art Deco ring. The sapphire is an
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 8.00ct Synthetic Sapphire and Diamond Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This glamorous 1920s ring centres around an intense blue, synthetic sapphire weighing 8.00 carat
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 2.40ct Sapphire and Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Taking centre stage in this beautiful Art Deco solitaire ring is a dazzling blue sapphire. The 2.40
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A vibrant blue sapphire sits between two glittering old cut diamonds in this Art Deco trilogy ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 2.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
An intense royal blue Sapphire sits between two old cut diamonds in this timeless Art Deco trilogy
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 2.35ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This striking Art Deco cluster ring showcases a vibrant 1.35ct sapphire at its centre, flanked by
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1920s Old European Cut Diamond & Sapphire Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This stunning 1920s Art Deco engagement ring from the antique jewelry collection at Bracken
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Gold
1920s Art Deco Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
: .25cttw, F color, VS Clarity, Old European Sapphire Details: Natural Sapphires, Cabachon Shape and
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 0.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1920s, this Art Deco trilogy ring features a square cut central sapphire flanked
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1920s Diamond and Sapphire White Gold Brooch/Pin
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat white gold Art Deco brooch set with forty-nine old European cut diamonds approximately
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
1920s Art Deco Sapphire Old European Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold Platinum
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A late Art Deco unisex ring, circa 1920, from our antique fine jewelry collection at Bracken
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 0.75ct Diamond and Sapphire Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
flanking sapphires are 0.50 carat a piece and are a beautiful cornflower blue in colour. Each of the stones
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 0.90ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1920s this unique cluster ring features an intense blue sapphire at its centre
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$8,040Sale Price|33% Off
Art Deco Platinum Sapphire Diamond Ring, 3.28 Carats, 1920s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
-four (54) mixed cut Sapphires. Total carat weight 3.28 Carats. The Sapphires are a true Sapphire Blue
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.65ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
An intense blue sapphire sits between two glittering old cut diamonds in this Art Deco trilogy ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 0.55ct Diamond and Sapphire Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
The eye catching geometric symmetry, synonymous with the Art Deco movement is apparent in this
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1920's 1.50ct Emerald Cut Diamond and Blue Sapphire Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
blue sapphires, is a true testament to the height of the Art Deco period. This will make a perfect
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.20ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A vivid blue sapphire sits between two sparkling old cut diamonds in this Art Deco trilogy ring
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1.30ct Diamond and Sapphire Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A sparkling old cut diamond sits between two natural sapphires in this stunning Art Deco trilogy
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Peacock Vintage Ring with Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphires & Diamonds
Located in Tucson, AZ
carats. Channel set fine blue sapphires estimated 2 carats in blue sapphires. Estimated 1 carat diamond
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 0.70ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A vibrant blue sapphire is flanked by two old cut diamonds in this 1920s trilogy ring. The central
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Platinum, 1920s Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Bow Brooch Platinum Circa 1920s This exquisite art deco brooch is designed in the shape
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 3.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
, intense blue sapphire. The sapphire is a natural, heated stone cut in an old oval shape, claw set into
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
French 1920s Art Deco Natural Ceylon Sapphire Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum ring, dog head hallmark. A sublime Art Deco ring, its platinum setting follows the
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire Solitaire Engagement Ring .65ct Original 1920s Antique 18K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from the 1920's Sapphire Solitaire Engagement Ring .65ct 18K
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 19.00 Carat Sapphire & Diamond Brooch, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Gem & Pearl Laboratory #12028 Age: 1920s, Art Deco Metal: Platinum
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 2.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful blue sapphire takes centre stage, flanked by diamonds in this Art Deco era trilogy ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 2.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This exquisite Art Deco trilogy ring features a stunning natural unheated sapphire as its
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 2.34ct Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Austrian, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A stunning natural blue sapphire is the centre of this lavish art deco ring. The 2.34 carat
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 3.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This Antique 1920s cluster ring centres around a stunning 3.00 carat oval cut sapphire. The
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 1.10ct Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, C.1920s
Located in London, GB
beautiful platinum ring dates back to the 1920's. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Oval Carat Weight: 1.10
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
carat. The ring has been expertly hand crafted in platinum and dates back to the wonderful Art Deco era
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
sapphires. A classic Art Deco with geometric shapes and milgrain settings. Pendant Length: 1.75 inches
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond and Blue Sapphire Dinner Ring
Located in Denver, CO
sapphires. Crafted in a classic platinum Art Deco setting. Circa 1920s.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 18K White Gold Diamond and Blue Sapphire Ring
Located in Denver, CO
Crafted in the 1920s, this classic Art Deco ring features a 0.15-carat Old European cut diamond
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 1.5cttw Diamond + Sapphire 18k Gold Shield Cocktail Ring, 1920s
By Belais
Located in North Attleboro, MA
This authentic 1920s Art Deco ring by Belais features seven bright Old European cut diamonds
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
René Mittler Art Deco 1920s Paste and Sapphire Glass Vintage Brooch
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This elegant brooch is a lovely example of Art Deco paste jewellery. It was created by the French
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Sheild Ring Sz 5.75 Platinum Jewelry 1920s
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco diamond & sapphire sheild ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1920s Diamond and Sapphire Yellow Gold Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Art Deco 0.37 carat diamond, 0.16 carat sapphire and 14 karat gold cocktail
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco 4.54ct Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A stunning Natural Sri Lankan Sapphire is central to this Art Deco coronet cluster ring. The
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Blue Sapphire and Diamond Navette Dinner Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This Art Deco navette-shaped ring is set with two Old European-cut diamonds totaling approximately
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Solitaire Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
A stunning Diamond solitaire ring supported by lovely deep blue sapphires, this ring is completely
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1920s Art Deco Platinum 1.09 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring with Sapphires
Located in Hicksville, NY
Carat Weight: .08 carat, total weight Color Stone Details: Type: Sapphires Carat Weigh: .08 carat
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold Plate
Art Deco GIA Certified Diamond and Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
), measuring 1.08 carats, J color VS1 clarity, sparkles in the center of this Art Deco gem, flanked by six
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1920s Art Deco Platinum and Gold Sapphire Cufflinks
Located in Hicksville, NY
: 9.5 grams Sapphire Details: Natural, Blue, .75ct total weight. Condition: Excellent
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Filigree Ring, circa 1920s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This heirloom-quality Art Deco platinum ring is a magnetic piece, exuding elegance with its
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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 rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.)
Find an exquisite collection of vintage and antique sapphire jewelry on 1stDibs.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
The exquisite French jewel feels as modern today as when it was created, nearly a century ago.
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
The cabochon gem centerpiece and diamond-set elliptical rings makes it a marvel of Gatsby-era glamour.
Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
Men, women and the watchmakers themselves are falling for the old-fashioned charm of retro timepieces.
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