Art Deco Style French 5 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
18K white gold ring, eagle's head hallmark. This splendid rectangular shaped sapphire and white gold ring boasts a cushion cut Ceylan Blue sapphire held by 4 claws surrounded by bril...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
$22,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5 Carat Unheated Ceylon Natural Sapphire Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This refined ring showcases a beautiful natural sapphire, accompanied by a GIA certificate stating no indications of heating, a highly desirable characteristic among collectors. The ...
Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum 5-Stone Ceylon Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Ring Weighing 3.22 Carat
Located in New York, NY
This elegant platinum 5-stone ring centers a fine quality Ceylon cabochon sapphire weighing 3.22 carats, prized for its serene blue hue and natural beauty.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
AGL Cert. 5 Carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Art Deco Era Platinum Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
AGL-certified 5 carat cushion cut Ceylon Blue Sapphire in platinum Art Deco cluster ring with old European cut diamond halo and filigree shoulders.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
5 Carat Oval Cut Natural Blue Ceylon Sapphire Set in Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Centering a 5.00 Carat Oval-Cut "Ceylon" Sri Lanka Sapphire, accented by 0.23 Carats of Round-Brilliant Diamonds, and set in 14k gold. Details: ✔ Metal: 14k gold ✔ Sapphire Weight...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Old Cut 5 ct total Ceylon (Sri-Lanka) No-Heated Natural Sapphire
Located in Nicosia, Cyprus
Details 2 old Ceylon sapphires, no-heat, blue/pink, need To bee recuted/repolishing, Got a nice potential. • Gemstone: Natural Sapphire • Cut: ovale/oldcut • Weight: 5ct+ total ...
Sapphire
Vintage 5 Carat Ottu Ceylon Sri Lankan Sapphire Diamond White Gold Bombe Ring
Located in Lisbon, PT
Here, that rarity is paired with a design that is both substantial and refined—an object that reveals more the longer it is observed. DETAILS: • Sapphire: Cushion mixed-cut; approxi...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Platinum Necklace with 5ct Ceylon Sapphire & Diamonds, Italy 1920s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage platinum necklace with 5 carats of blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by brilliant diamonds, Italy 1920s Length 42 cm
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Ceylon Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail LOVE Ring
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 4-5 Carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire & Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring 4-5 Carat of blue Sapphire.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Band Ring with Ceylon Blue Sapphires – Approx. 5ct
Located in Berlin, BE
18K Yellow Gold Band Ring with Ceylon Blue Sapphires – Approx. 5ct A classic band ring crafted from 18K yellow gold, adorned with five Ceylon blue sapphires in a refined Ceylon cut,...
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boorma 18 Karat White Gold 3.52 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Eternity Band Size 5
By Boorma Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This simple eternity band is crafted in 18 karat white gold and features 3.52 carats of matching 3.8 mm ceylon cornflower blue sapphires. Featuring a bulky and tall design our eterni...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
A.G.L Certified 5 carat Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Bethesda, MD
This magnificent Gem five carat sapphire is from Ceylon (Sri Lanka). A GRS (Gem Research) Swisslab report states the sapphire shows no indication of enhancements heat treatment. AGL ...
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Asprey Natural No Heat 5 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This fabulous estate ring by Asprey London features a GIA certified no heat 5.30 carat Ceylon Sapphire. The GIA certified oval shaped sapphire has a beautiful bright blue hue and is...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 5 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 This chunky vintage ring is crafted in platinum and 18K gold. The ring features a natural unheated 5.06 ct Ceylon sapphire of a rich cornflower blue color. The sapphire i...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum
Victorian 5+ Carat AGL Ceylon No Heat Blue Sapphire Center Double Halo Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This stunning example of an early Victorian era sapphire ring is one of the best we've ever seen! The stunning 2.5 carat deep cornflower blue sapphire steals the show surrounded by a...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver
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W 0.44 in L 0.44 in
Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Double Halo Stud Earrings in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
So versatile and easy to wear, these stud earrings are the perfect choice for adding some understand pizazz to your lobes. The center 5 mm., weighting 0.75 carat (each) Ceylon sapphi...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ceylon Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring Weighing 5 Carat
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Eighteen karats white gold ring Ceylon cabochon sapphire weighing 4.75 carat Round diamonds weighing 0.25 carat ...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Double Halo Stud Earrings in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
So versatile and easy to wear, these stud earrings are the perfect choice for adding some understand pizazz to your lobes. The center 5 mm., weighting 0.75 carat (each) Ceylon sapphi...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified No Heat 5 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Ring
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
An exceptional Ceylon cushion-cut sapphire weighing 5.00 carats is mounted in four claws and accented on each side by a single trillon-cut diamond in millegrain edged rubover setting...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
7.55 Carat Peach Tourmaline Emerald Cut Platinum Diamond Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A 7.55 carat peach tourmaline emerald cut platinum diamond ring, handcrafted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills as a romantic collector jewel and meaningful alternative engagement ring...
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Orloff of Denmark, 1.32 Carat Basalt Sapphire Diamond Ring set in 14K White Gold
Located in Hua Hin, TH
Unheated Bluish Green Basalt Sapphire Diamond Ring set in 14 Karat White Gold: In the realm of pure enchantment, behold the captivating beauty of a bluish-green basalt sapphire rin...
Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$15,200Sale Price|20% Off
L 17 in
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 6.33 Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace 18k White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Exquisite and timeless round diamond tennis necklace with dangling asscher cut and GIA certified pear brilliant diamond. High jewelry by Alexander Beverly Hills. 6.33 carats total di...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hammerman Brothers 14.22Ct. Diamond, & 56.63Ct. Kunzite, Art Deco Style Pendant
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in New York, NY
Known best for old world craftsmanship, Hammerman Brothers is a 75 year old company which remains American made. This magnificent Art Deco-inspired pendant is the perfect example of...
Diamond, Kunzite, Platinum
Belle Epoque Colombian Certified Emerald Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Antique 18Kt rose Gold and silver Ruby and Diamond ring. The cluster style ring is centered with a stunning oval natural emerald, accented by an halo of sparkling old mine cut diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver
4.30 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 18 Karat Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.30 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 18K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 3.00 Carats (transparent) Emerald Measures: Approx. 10 x 8mm Emera...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$11,360Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
"Cushion GIA Ceylon Sapphire weighing 4.79 cts Measuring (9.46x9.11x6.44) mm (4) Trapz Dia weighing .80 cts (22) Rd Dia weighing .30 cts Diamonds are VS2-SI1 H Set in 18k white gold ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Burma No Heat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely antique Edwardian sapphire and diamond engagement ring featuring a stunning natural unheated Burmese cushion cut sapphire, all set in platinum, circa 1910. The striking ri...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
13.70 carat emerald sapphire ring 1.20 carat natural diamonds, Statement Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This gorgeous blue sapphire ring will impress everyone around you. It features a large emerald 13.70 carat gemstone, adorned with 1.20 carat natural diamonds. Diffused Sapphire Mine...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold
$13,560Sale Price|20% Off
7.96 Carat Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
Emerald cut blue sapphire weighing 7.96 cts Measuring (10.8x10.6) mm 34 pieces of round diamonds weighing .88 cts. Two trapezoid diamonds weighing .38 cts Measuring (6.02x2.37) mm Se...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,000,000Sale Price|20% Off
Extraordinary Legacy in Diamond Form Harry Winston 28.13ct Masterpiece
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
An Extraordinary Legacy in Diamond Form: The Harry Winston 28.13ct Masterpiece When rarity meets refinement, the result is nothing short of legendary. This original Harry Winston cre...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.73 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a GIA Certified 2.73 Carat Natural Emerald and 1.43 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. People have admired emerald’s green for thousands of years. E...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1940s 15.13 Carat Oval Cut Ceylon Sapphire Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an AGL certified, non-heat treated, Oval cut Sapphire weighing 15.13 carats. The ring features Marquise and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a to...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Italian Paperclip Link Chain Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold 6 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
New & trendy paperclip link chain crafted in 14K White gold. Comes in different MM size, Length and Gold Color. Email for more details. Italian fashion pendants available. Ema...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$128,800Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4.00ct Asscher‑Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Commanding yet refined, this handcrafted masterpiece centers on a 4.00‑carat natural Asscher‑cut diamond, renowned for its hypnotic hall‑of‑mirrors effect. Certified by GIA and grade...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Beautiful Platinum Diamond Art Deco Watch Diamond Bracelet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful Platinum Diamond Art Deco Watch Diamond Bracelet Movement:Mechanical Manual Winding Functions: Hours, minutes Material: Platinum Case: Case length 10 mm x Height 22.5...
Diamond, Platinum
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.)
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