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Sophia D. Three-Stone Blue Sapphire Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
Featuring a Sophia D Three-Stone ring with 3 center blue sapphires with a total carat of 4.90 and
Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire

Stunning Three Stone Blue Sapphire Ring 8.3 Carats 18K White Gold
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 3 Blue Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Stunning Three Stone Blue Sapphire Ring 8.3 Carats 18K White Gold
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 3 Blue Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Stunning Three Stone Blue Sapphire Ring 8.3 Carats 18K White Gold
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 3 Blue Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Stunning Three Stone Blue Sapphire Ring 8.3 Carats 18K White Gold
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 3 Blue Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Stunning Three Stone Blue Sapphire Ring 8.3 Carats 18K White Gold
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 3 Blue Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Halo Diamond and Three-Stone Blue Sapphire Ring in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire Three Stone Ring with Halo Diamonds Set in 14K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Certified 10.04 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A stunning 10.04 carat certified natural, cushion shaped Ceylon Sri Lankan Blue Sapphire, royal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Custom Designed Sapphire Diamond Ring, Platinum, Blue Sapphire, Three-Stone Ring
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This stunningly beautiful three stone vivid blue sapphire and diamond engagement ring would make
Category

2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
filigree and mille grain. The center sapphire weighs 2.60 carats and is entirely stunning. The color tone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

AJD Sparkling Classic Three-Stone Blue and White Sapphire Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
. This three-stone sapphire ring combines the elegance of a blue sapphire with the brilliance of white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Blue Pink Yellow Sapphire Diamond Ring 14K Gold Three stones
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Blue Pink Yellow Sapphire Diamond Ring 14K Gold Three stones This gorgeous estate ring is finely
Category

Late 20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, White ...

18k Diamond and Sapphire Three Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of modern elegance with our 18k diamond and sapphire three stone ring. The stunning
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Tiffany & Co Cornflower Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co Round Cut Cornflower Blue Sapphire And Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
Category

20th Century North American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Blue Sapphire and White Sapphire Three Stone Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This brilliant three-stone engagement ring is set in 18K white gold. The center stone, a 5mm round
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Peter Suchy Blue Oval Yellow Sapphire Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire engagement ring. 1.00ct Oval blue sapphire center stone with 2 oval yellow side sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

10.52ct. Blue Sapphire AGL & Trillion Cut Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An absolute store favorite, we have an enchanting sapphire and diamond three-stone ring handmade in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Reverse Three Stone Ring Set in Platinum
Located in London, GB
A beautiful blue sapphire and diamond reverse three stone ring set in platinum. The piece is
Category

2010s Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
We always love vintage three stone rings!! Ring Details Material: 14K White Gold Era: Art Deco
Category

20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue sapphire and diamond three stone ring in 18K gold which perfectly goes with your personality
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

2.55ct Deep Blue Green Bi Colour Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Unique Deep Blue Green Bi Colour Sapphire And Diamond Three Stone 950 Platinum Ring. 2.55 Total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum

1.30tcw 14K Three Stone Natural Emerald & Blue Sapphire Gold Statement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a classic three stone ring with emerald and blue sapphire. This gorgeous ring carries
Category

2010s Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

4 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Three-Stone Ring in White Gold
Located in London, GB
A sleek three-stone 18k white gold ring with a 4 carat deep blue sapphire at its centre beautifully
Category

2010s British Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This Edwardian ring features a three-stone antique coronet setting, with a central oval sapphire
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

4 Carat Emerald Cut Ceylon Blue Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Natural 'Velvet' Blue Emerald Cut Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Platinum Ring. Large
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire and Half-Moon Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful blue sapphire and diamond three stone engagement ring set in 18k yellow gold and
Category

2010s British Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Blue Ceylon Sapphire and Trillion Cut Diamond Three-Stone Ring in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.75 This exquisite Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring is a harmonious blend of elegance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.01ct Yellow Blue Australian Parti Sapphire Gold Three Stone Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Unique GIA Certified Australian Yellow Green Blue Parti Colour Sapphire And Diamond Three Stone 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...

Roman Malakov 1.78 Carats Blue Sapphire & Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A timeless engagement ring, showcasing a 1.78 carats emerald cut blue sapphire with a deep royal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

2.06ct GIA Certified Deep Blue Sapphire & Diamond Yellow Gold Three Stone Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
GIA Certified Deep Blue Sapphire And Diamond Three Stone 14k Yellow Gold Ring. 2.06 Total Carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Delicate Ceylon Blue Emerald Cut Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone 18k Gold Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Ceylon Blue Emerald Cut Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone 18k Yellow Gold Thin Ring. Fine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

6.44 Carat Cushion cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
6.44 Carat Cushion cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Ring. This stunning ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 8.63 Carat Yellow Blue Sapphire Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Oval Natural light lemon yellow Sapphire and blue sapphire three-stone engagement ring. The center
Category

1990s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, W...

Natural Vivid Blue Round Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond White Gold Three Stone Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Vivid Blue Sapphire And Diamond Three Stone 18k White Gold Ring. 5mm Centre Ceylon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous Edwardian three-stone ring. At the centre of the face we find a captivating
Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Leon Mege Halo Platinum Three-stone Ring with Certified Blue Cushion Sapphire
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
"Montpassier™ three-stone ring, featuring 6.97-carat cushion sapphire, AGL-certified #1093373
Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

AGL Certified Cushion Cut Madagascar Blue Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
sapphire, its deep blue hue exuding elegance and rarity. The sapphire’s natural transparency allows light
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Platinum, Sapphire, and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Princeton, NJ
A significant platinum (PT950), sapphire, and diamond three stone ring centering an 11.93 carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

6.75 CTW Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Three Stone Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
6.75 CTW Certified Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Three Stone Ring featuring natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

1.62 Carat "Cornflower" Blue Sapphire and White Diamond Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
1.62 Carat "Cornflower" Blue Sapphire and White Diamond Gold Three-Stone Ring: A gorgeous ring, it
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold

Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely sapphire and diamond three stone ring. The focal marquise shaped sapphire
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

2.48 Carat Natural Sapphires Diamond Three-Stone Ring 14 Karat Royal Blue
Located in New York, NY
Classic Diamond & Sapphires, Three Stone .80ct. Round Cut diamond Full Cut Brilliant J-color Vs
Category

2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.57 Carat Natural Diamonds Sapphire Three-Stone Ring 14 Karat Royal Blue
Located in New York, NY
Classic Diamond & Sapphires, Three Stone .77ct. Round Cut diamond Full Cut Brilliant G-color Si
Category

2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.00 Carat Natural Sapphires Diamond Three-Stone Ring 14 Karat Royal Blue
Located in New York, NY
Classic Diamond & Sapphires, Three Stone 1.10ct. Oval Cut Sapphire Vibrant Royal Blue
Category

2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond Filigree Three Stone Ring in Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Filigree Three Stone Ring showcases three stunning deep blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Solid White Gold Dainty Blue Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Blue Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

18k Solid Yellow Gold Unisex Blue Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex Blue Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Fine Cornflower Blue Oval Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone 18k Gold Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Cornflower Blue Oval Cut Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone 18k Gold Ring. Fine colour
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, Mixed Metal, Yellow Gol...

Certified Diamond and Blue Sapphire Three Stone Ring 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Certified Diamond and Blue Sapphire Three Stone Ring Set in 18K Gold featuring natural sapphire of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Sugarloaf Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous three-stone ring focally featuring a captivating blue sugarloaf-cut
Category

20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Three Stone Ring in 9k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A Classic Elegance with a Modern Twist This Natural Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Three Stone Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, White Gold

2.00ct Bi Colour Yellow Blue Australian Sapphire 18k White Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Bi Colour Yellow & Blue Australian Sapphire 18k White Gold Three Stone Ring. A three stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond,...

Tiffany & Co. Blue Sapphire Baguette Cut 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Baguette Cut Deep Blue Sapphire Three Stone Band Ring. A
Category

20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.19 Carats Total Oval Natural Blue Sapphire and Round Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5.25 Gorgeous three stone sapphire and diamond ring. An incredible oval mixed cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

5.12 Carat Cushion Blue Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Showcases a Cushion cut, Vibrant color Blue Sapphire weighing 5.12 carats, flanked by two brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

5.96 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Showcases a Oval cut, Vibrant color Blue Sapphire weighing 5.96 carats, flanked by two brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Contemporary Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful contemporary sapphire and diamond three-stone ring set in 18k yellow gold. The ring is
Category

2010s British Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

4.22 Carat Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Ring in Platinum
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Features a gorgeous 4.22 carat cushion cut blue sapphire. Flanked by a bullet cut diamond side
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1.05ct Teal Green Blue Oval Cut Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone 18k Gold Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Teal Green Blue Oval Cut Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone 18k Yellow Gold Ring Fine teal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow ...

Estate Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful sapphire and diamond ring! Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this ring features a central
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

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Three Stone Blue Sapphire Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact three stone blue sapphire ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment 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. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect three stone blue sapphire ring 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 21st 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. Creating a three stone blue sapphire ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by David Gross Group, Peter Suchy and Emilio! are consistently popular. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cushion cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a three stone blue sapphire ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Three Stone Blue Sapphire Ring?

The price for a three stone blue sapphire ring starts at $27 and tops out at $385,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $10,205.

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.

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.