Unavailable|$4,113
Sapphire band ring in 18 karat gold, blue sapphire
Located in PARIS, FR
Sapphire band ring in 18 karat yellow gold. With a beautiful royal blue cushion-cut sapphire weighing approx. 1.06 carats. The sapphire has intense blue flashes. Vintage ring, circa ...
Blue Sapphire, Gold
Unavailable|$99,500
9.48 Carat Gem Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
Few, if any, sapphires come bluer or as beautiful as this absolutely gorgeous, cushion-cut Ceylon sapphire, weighing 9.48 carats. The majestic gemstone radiates with a rich, deeply s...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Unavailable|$21,911
Art Deco 8.23 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire Ring
Located in Essex, GB
Gloriously individual and highly, highly impressive. The natural and unheated Ceylon sapphire is a delightful cornflower blue with plenty of life and lustre. The central stone is sec...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Unavailable|$10,329
Art Deco 3.94 Carat Natural Sugarloaf Sapphire Platinum Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A hypnotically beautiful natural, no-heat sugarloaf sapphire ring. The glowing centre stone bullet-shape (or sugarloaf) cabochon sapphire holds an almost magical glow; internally cle...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Unavailable|$12,223
Austrian Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Platinum Target Ring
Located in Munich, DE
This lovely flat target ring was crafted in platinum in the 1920s. It has a platinum stamp and an Austrian hallmark in the shape of a butterfly. There are two round old European cut ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Unavailable|$57,500
12.50 Carat No Heat Ceylon Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
An absolutely spectacular, original, early Art Deco gem! An entrancing high-domed (a.k.a. sugarloaf ) sapphire, measuring 12.50 carats, glistens and glows atop a refined and elegantl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Unavailable|$16,059
Art Deco 4.61 Carat Natural Ceylon Color Change Sapphire Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A crazily beautiful ring. The colour change sapphire is a bright cornflower blue in natural daylight, and a glowing regal purple in incandescent light. The stone is secured in a four...
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
+8ctw Rose Gold 585 Padparadsha Sapphire Antique Jugendstil Rose gold Ring '10's
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This beautiful antique ring from Germany in its original setting from between 1890 and 1920 around the Jugendstil timeframe. Has a beautiful flourishing Art Nouveau motif on the size...
Sapphire, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco Era 1920s 14 Karat Rose Gold .35 Carat Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
Gorgeous antique Art Deco era 1920s .35 carat natural unheated sapphire ring in 14K rose gold with a diamond halo consisting of 12 diamonds. Each clean, white, sparkling single cut d...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$32,663
Art Deco Solitaire Ring, Sapphire circa 6, 30 Carats, Diamonds and Platinum
Located in London, GB
This wonderful Art Deco ring from circa 1920-30s' is composed of : - A rectangular (corners cut) Sapphire that is approximatively 6,30 carats - Round diamonds, with an overall of cir...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Handcrafted Art Deco Filigree Sapphire Solitaire Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Boston, MA
An art deco period sapphire solitaire ring in 18 karat white gold. Perfect for use as an engagement, or September birthstone ring.
Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Unavailable|$1,195
Victorian Sapphire and Rose Cut Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
A beautiful original early victorian period sapphire, and diamond ring in yellow gold. Centered by a 1.14 carat antique oval cut sapphire, this ring features a halo of early rose cu...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Hand Engraved Sapphire Men's Ring in White and Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
A beautiful art deco period mens sapphire ring in 14 karat white, and yellow gold. Featuring beautiful hand engraving and a unique bi color design this ring also boasts a wonderful ...
Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ceylon sapphire solitaire ring, English, circa 1900.
Located in London, GB
Antique Ceylon sapphire solitaire ring. Set with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 6.10 carats, to...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian 14k Yellow Gold & Sapphire Solitaire Ring, September Birthstone Band
Located in McLeansville, NC
A Victorian 14 karat yellow gold and sapphire solitaire ring. This ring features a six prong mounting set with a round cut sapphire weighing approximately .30 carat and with a tapere...
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Antique Austrian Sapphire 14k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Antique Austrian Sapphire 14k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring. Featuring one cushion cut sapphire weighing approximately 0.90 carat.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 1.20 Carat Sapphire 18k White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco 1.20 Carat Sapphire 18k White Gold Solitaire Ring. Featuring one octagonal step cut sapphire of 1.20 carats.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Sapphire Ring 1 Carat Solitaire Platinum Antique Original, 1900s
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1900's Sapphire Ring 1 Carat Solitaire Platinum Edwardian Featuring a Gorgeous 1 Carat Genuine Natural Round Blue Sapphire Center Artful Engraving wi...
Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian 14kt yellow Gold Solitaire Ring with Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
This beautiful Edwardian-era filigree ring, dating back to the 1910s, is a stunning representation of the elegance and craftsmanship of its time. Expertly crafted in 14kt yellow gold...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k ...
Art Deco Sapphire Engagement Ring .70ct Solitaire Platinum Antique Original 1920
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1920's Sapphire Ring .70ct Solitaire Platinum Art Deco Featuring a Gorgeous .70ctGenuine Natural Round Blue Sapphire Center Artful Engraving with Bol...
Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire Ring .50ct Natural Round Solitaire Original 1920s Antique 18K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1920's Vintage Sapphire Ring .50ct Round Solitaire 18K White Gold Featuring a Gorgeous .50ct Genuine Natural Royal Blue Round Sapphire Per...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Sapphire Ring 1ct Round Solitaire Original 1890's Yellow Gold Otsby Ba
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1890's Victorian Sapphire Ring 1ct Round Solitaire Original Otsby Barton Features a Genuine Natural 1ct Round Sapphire Gemstone Center Classic Solita...
Sapphire, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Platinum Solitaire Old Euro Diamond w/Sapphires Accents Engagement Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This beauty has outstanding details and all work together to make a perfect vintage ring. Crafted in platinum the shanks have deep and clean floral engraving, accompanied by cathedra...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco White Sapphire Solitaire Engagement Ring 1.50ct Original 1910's-1920's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1910's-1920's Vintage White Sapphire Diamond Ring 1.50Carat 14K Featuring a Gorgeous 1.50ct Old Round Cut White Sapphire Center Incredible ...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$58,000
Antique Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A refined antique ring in platinum with Burmese sapphire (5.16 cts, non-heated) and old cut diamonds. Italy, circa 1905. CISGEM certificate available
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Sold|$2,500
Buccellati Sapphire Gold Ring
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
containing 11 marquise sapphires set in white and 18k yellow gold Size: 5/6
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Sold|$47,000
Antique Burma Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
An Antique ring showcasing a fine Burma Sapphire (non-heated) weighing 5.16ct, highlighted by old cut diamonds. Mounted on platinum. Made in Italy, circa 1905.
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Sold|$10,650
Victorian Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian gold, silver, sapphire and diamond ring, set in the center with a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing approximately 6.25 carats, framed by old European-cut diamonds weighing a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Sold|$2,200
Art Deco Ring Diamond Platinum Sapphire
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Art Deco ring is crafted in platinum and centers on a round, deep-blue sapphire held by four prongs. The sapphire is framed by a delicate halo of diamonds that continue along t...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Sold|$7,900
Art Nouveau Antique Sapphire Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Russian, made in Moscow between 1899 and 1908 14K yellow gold ring centered with a bezel-set oval blue sapphire (7.35 x 6 x 3.5 mm, approximately 1.28 ct) flanked by Art Nouveau l...
Sapphire
Sold|$2,700
Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Deco 20K white gold ring with etching on the sides. The center stone is a sapphire in a diamond frame. Marked: "BW 20k." Unisex, size 9 1/4; sizable.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Sold|$4,700
Art Nouveau Cabochon Sapphire Rose Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
made in Moscow between 1908 and 1917 A heavy 14K rose gold ring features a cabochon cut blue sapphire (10 x 8.4 x 7.4 mm, approximately 6.71 ct) Weight 11.9 grams US ring...
Sapphire
Sold|$2,200
Old Russian Men's Ceylon Sapphire Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in Odessa between 1908 and 1917 A 14K yellow gold ring features an oval cut 1.73 ct Ceylon sapphire. Marked with 56 zolotnik old Russian gold standard (14K) and maker's ...
Sapphire
Sold|$25,000
Fabulous Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Exquisite Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond ring, classic design hand crafted in Platinum, French markings; center set with one cushion shaped faceted sapphire, medium blue with slight m...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Russian Sapphire Ring in Medieval Style 1860s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 14K yellow gold ring with engraved decorations is bezel-set with an oval cabochon cut cornflower blue sapphire 11.5 x 9.8 x 5.8 mm, approximately 7.06 carats. US ring size 8...
Sapphire
Antique 5 Carat Cabochon Sapphire Gold Unisex Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in Moscow between 1908 and 1917 This antique 14K gold unisex ring is prong-set with a 5.07 ct cabochon cut natural sapphire of an excellent medium blue color. The sapphire meas...
Sapphire, Gold
Edwardian 1.59 Carat No Heat Burma Sapphire Platinum Heart Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a square cushion cut Burmese sapphire weighing 1.59 carats total, brilliant medium-dark royal blue in color with no indication of heating Prong set in a basket setting wit...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 17th century AD Post Medieval sapphire gold ring
Located in London, GB
Post Medieval sap phire ring. Set centrally with an octagonal emerald-cut natural unenhanced sapphire in a closed back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 3.50 carats, to a...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold
14K White Gold Art Deco Filigree White Sapphire Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
Lovely Filigree work on this 14K White Gold Art Deco Ring with center White Sapphire Ring is a size 10
Sapphire, 14k Gold
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 single and rose-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum Ring size 8 Weight: 6gr. Accomp...
Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.59 Carat Diamond & Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
This antique piece was handcrafted sometime during the Art Deco design period ( 1920-1940 ). The beautiful filigree setting is platinum and features a center diamond measuring approx...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Handmade Antique Victorian Blue Sapphire and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
Steeped in history, this Victorian-era blue sapphire ring exemplifies the artistry of the period, spanning from 1837 to 1901. The handmade craftsmanship is evident in the prong desig...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$25,000
Art Deco Royal Blue Ceylon Sapphire Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lovely 11 carat royal blue sapphire, set in a platinum Art Deco ring accented by diamonds. The luxuriously blue stone has been certified by the GIA. The certificate states that the s...
C.1830 18K Heart Shaped Natural Sapphire Ring with Gold Beadwork
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our 18K open backed sapphire ring has unusual hand crafted gold bead work in concentric rows all along the band evoking similarity to cannetille work. The sapphire is a lovely trans...
Sapphire, Gold
CARTIER Art Deco Sapphire Diamond & Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Amazing Art Deco ring created by Cartier in the 1930's. Features a modified cushion cut sapphire flanked with trapeze diamonds and accented with three emerald cut diamonds on each si...
Art Deco GIA 2.03 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Art Deco GIA 2.03 Carat Diamond Sapphire Engagement Ring. The main diamond is a GIA certified Old European Cut 2.03 carat K color, SI2 clarity (#2215714364). Accompanied by 10 French...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire Engagement Cocktail Ring .65ct 14k Antique Original 1920s-193
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1920's-1930's Sapphire Engagement Ring .65ct 14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Featuring a Gorgeous Natural Round Cut Center Blue Sapphire 100% Natural Sapph...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco Cornflower Blue Sapphire Ring Antique 18 Karat Gold Filigree
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant vintage Art Deco era sapphire ring (circa 1935) crafted in 18 karat white gold. Centrally mounted faceted round cut natural blue sapphire is estimated at 0.75 carats. The s...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Mens Ring .95ct Round Natural Sapphire Original 1920's Antique Gold
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1920's-1930's Vintage Mens Sapphire Yellow Gold Ring Featuring a Rich Royal Blue Natural Round Sapphire Gemstone Perfect Engagement Ring fo...
Sapphire, Gold
Art Deco White Gold 4.09 Carat Natural Gia Royal Blue Sapphire Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Art Deco Hallmark: 14K WG Maker's Mark: A.F. Composition: 14K White Gold Primary Stone: Natural "Royal Blue" Sapphire Carat Weight: 4.09 Carat Shape: Cushion Color: De...
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 10K Rose Gold 0.50 Carat Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Victorian Estate Composition: 10K Rose Gold Primary Stone: Old European Cut Natural Sapphire Carat Weight: Approximately 0.50 Carat Accent Stone: Ten Rose Cut Diamonds Carat Wei...
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Deco Plat .50 Ct Asscher Cut Diamond w/ Sapphires Engagement Ring, #1900722245
Located in Addison, TX
Here we have a unique to our collection piece. Asscher cut diamonds are not something that we come by often. Crafted in platinum, along the sides of the shanks and leading up to the ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire Engagement Cocktail Ring .65ct 14k Antique 1920's-1930's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1920's-1930's Sapphire Engagement Ring .65ct 14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Featuring a Gorgeous Natural Round Cut Center Blue Sapphire 100% Natural Sapph...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold GIA 1.16ct Oval No Heat Sapphire Filigree Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Cut - Multi Prong Set - Deep Royal Blue Color- No Heat - 1.16ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete In...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.32 Carat No Heat Sapphire 14 Karat Gold Anemoi God of Wind Ring AGL Carter
By Carter Gough & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval cut sapphire weighing 1.32 carats, bright blue with no evidence of heat treatment Partial bezel setting With incredibly detailed mount depicting Anemoi, the god o...
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Sold|$1,600
Antique Heart Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A 14k gold ring featuring a light yellow topaz heart with a sapphire accent, set beneath a crown. It was originally a 14k gold stickpin (circa 1900) that our jeweler transformed by r...
Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold
Art Deco Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Original Art Deco diamond ring handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. The center Old Mine cut diamond weighs approximately .20 carat and graded G color and VS clarity. Synthetic sapphir...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
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.
Even as jewelry trends have come and gone, antique and vintage diamond solitaire rings are a classic fashion piece. Although enduringly popular as an engagement ring style, a solitaire ring — whether it's an emerald solitaire ring, a sapphire solitaire ring or another iteration — makes a fantastic addition to any outfit with a variety of shapes and settings to explore.
Solitaire rings have a single stone setting and a minimalistic band in which pressure, bezel or prongs hold the stone in place. They have a long history in jewelry, such as an example discovered in Israel with a single amethyst that could be as old as the third century A.D.
Simple gold rings with single diamonds were prized possessions in Ancient Rome. However, it was not until the 1940s that engagement rings with a solitaire diamond setting became widely popular.
After the turmoil of the Great Depression and World War II led to a decline in diamond prices, De Beers saw an opportunity. The diamond magnate teamed up with the ad agency N.W. Ayer for the “A Diamond Is Forever” campaign. It was a sensation and cemented the solitaire diamond as the leading engagement ring. Statistics show that diamonds are the most common gemstones for engagement rings, preferred by 87 percent of people. (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.)
Today, the design of solitaire rings takes many forms, and those created by Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and other internationally celebrated jewelry houses are particularly sought-after accessories. Though the single-stone setting remains the same, bands have become more detailed, with some containing other stones or even multiple diamonds. Art Deco, Art Nouveau and other art movements have influenced the design of solitaire rings over the years. However, the simplicity of this accessory remains timeless.
Browse 1stDibs for a unique selection of antique and vintage solitaire rings to accent any fashion choice.
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