$49,500Sale Price|55% Off
NWT $110, 000 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Pink Sapphire Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet Bracele...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$11,250Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $22, 500 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Necklace. Necklace conta...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$15,000Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $30, 000 18KT Fancy Large Glittering 22CT Blue Sapphire Diamond Emerald Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Blue Sapphire Cabochon Emerald Sapphire Diamond Ring. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,500Sale Price|48% Off
NWT 8, 800 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Pink Sapphire Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire Tennis Bracelet. Bracelet Co...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
18kt Pink Gold Ring with a Large 36.5ct Topaz, 7.49ct Yellow Sapphires, Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Massive Beautiful 18kt Pink Gold Ring With a Large 36.5 ct Topaz, Sapphire, Diamonds White Diamonds: White brilliant cut diamonds together approx. 1.52ct G VS Brown Diamonds: Brow...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
Large Marquise White Opal & Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The soft milky white hue of marquise shaped cabochon opal that glows at the center of this alluring Art Deco inspired ring is punctuated throughout with iridescent flecks of green, o...
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,488Sale Price|45% Off
NWT $9, 979 18KT Fancy Large Glittering 12CT Fancy Morganite Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Cut Morganite Fancy Sapphire and Diamond Ring. Ring Co...
Diamond, Morganite, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Platinum & 18k Gold GIA 51.68ct Sapphire Ruby Diamond Large Double Leaf Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (24) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Yellowish Orange Color - 18.50ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (36) Natural G...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$60,000Sale Price|60% Off
NWT $150, 000 18KT Gold Rare Gorgeous Large Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Spectacular and Brilliant 18KT Gold Large Gorgeous Blue Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold
$7,200Sale Price|55% Off
NWT $16, 000 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Pink Sapphire Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire Hoop Earrings. Earrings con...
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$52,880Sale Price|60% Off
NWT $132, 200 18KT Gold Gorgeous Natural Large Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Spectacular and Brilliant 18KT Gold Large Gorgeous NATURAL Blue Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold
$21,600Sale Price|55% Off
NWT $48, 000 Rare 18KT Gold Large Fancy Natural Sapphire Spinel Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Spectacular and Brilliant 18KT Gold Large Gorgeous Fancy Natural Sapphire Spinel Ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold
$8,000Sale Price|60% Off
NWT $20, 000 18KT Magnificent Large 13CT Fancy Tanzanite Pink Sapphire Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important Radiant Pair of 18KT GOLD LARGE TANZANITE AND DIAMOND EARRINGS. Earrings are comprised with Large 2 Finely Set Large AA-AAA Ov...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold
$7,424Sale Price|55% Off
NWT $16, 499 Rare 18KT Fancy Glittering Large Kunzite Ruby Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Winston Style LARGE Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Kunzite and Fancy Ruby and Green Sapphire W...
Diamond, Kunzite, Sapphire, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$8,800Sale Price|60% Off
NWT $22, 000 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Pink Sapphire Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring Band. Ring Contains approx ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Large Emerald Cut Swiss Blue Topaz Bird Brooch 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire
Located in Jaipur, IN
Emerald Cut Swiss Blue Topaz Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold – Bird Motif with Diamond and Sapphire Accents A captivating expression of artistry and elegance, this handcrafted brooch cent...
Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold
Mattioli Puzzle Large Hoop in 18k rose gold, white diamonds and pink sapphires
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Puzzle large earrings in 18k hoops in rose gold, white diamonds and pink sapphires Sapphires carats: 0,54 Diamonds carats: 0,09 Dimensions: 15 x 18 mm PRODUCTION TIME 5-6 WEEKS Jo...
Pink Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mattioli Puzzle Large Hoop in 18k white gold, white diamonds and blue sapphires
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Puzzle large earrings in 18k hoops in white gold, white diamonds and blue sapphires Sapphires carats: 0,54 Diamonds carats: 0,09 Dimensions: 15 x 18 mm PRODUCTION TIME 5-6 WEEKS J...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Large Rose Cut Sapphire Ruby Pebble Textured Bracelet 7”
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Definitely a designer piece, this beautifully made bracelet has been hand crafted in a gorgeous textured 18K yellow gold and bezel set with approximately 40cttw in natural ruby, blue...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,850Sale Price|30% Off
NWT 5, 500 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Pink Sapphire Eternity Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire Ring Band. Ring Contains app...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$3,120Sale Price|40% Off
NWT 5, 200 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Round Pink Sapphire Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Round Cut Pink Sapphire Tennis Bracelet. Bracelet Cont...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$5,549Sale Price|40% Off
Nwt 9.249 Rare 18kt Fancy Large Glittering 10ct Opal Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Large Fancy Fiery White Opal Diamond Pink Sapphire Ring.
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$6,250Sale Price|58% Off
NWT $12, 500 18kt Gold Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Blue Sapphire Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire Hoop Earrings. Earrings con...
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Men's 14k White Gold Black Star Sapphire & Diamond Wide Large Heavy Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Black Color - Natural Silks & Striations - 15.69x11.8mm (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Rou...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, White Gold
$7,500Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $15, 000 18kt Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Round Pink Sapphire Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Round Cut Pink Sapphire Hoop Earrings. Earrings conta...
Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,080Sale Price|40% Off
NWT $6, 800 18KT Gold Large Fancy Pink Sapphire Heart Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Pink Sapphire Heart and Diamond Heart Dangle Earrings....
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$5,500Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $11, 000 18KT Gold Large Glittering Fancy Rainbow Sapphire Pave Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Colored Sapphire and Diamond Ring. Ring contains appro...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$15,600Sale Price|20% Off
Large 23 Carat Vining Flowers Yellow Sapphire, Diamond and Tsavorite 18K Brooch
Located in Tustin, CA
A resplendent, large and stately, 18 karat white and yellow gold three dimensional vining flowers motif estate brooch is comprised of vivid golden yellow sapphires, sparkling white d...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,100Sale Price|40% Off
3, 500 Rare 18KT Gold Large Important Estate 4CT Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold LARGE Estate Blue Sapphire White Diamond Ring. Ring Contains 7 Beautiful Gorgeous Sapphires surrounded wi...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
Large Oval Cut Emerald Full Pave Tsavorites Diamonds Sapphires 18K Gold Ring
Located in Fairfax, VA
18K Yellow Gold 14.28 grams Inner size 5.75 - 6 14 Carats Oval-Shape Emerald Untreated, Genuine & Natural 16.24 x 14.55 mm length width ratio of the Emerald 0.15 carats Diamonds G/V...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,960Sale Price|40% Off
NWT $6, 600 18KT Gold Large Glittering Fancy Pink Sapphire Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Oval Cut Pink Sapphire Stud Earrings. Earrings contai...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$9,450Sale Price|55% Off
NWT $21, 000 18KT Gold Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Pink Sapphire Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Pink Sapphire Hoop Earrings. Earrings contain approx ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
New 18k White Gold GIA 10.74ctw Large Round Sapphire Diamond Halo Split Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes w/ original GIA certification for the sapphire. Stock Number: MK-4701470159 --Sapphire Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Type: Sapphire Origin Report GIA Report ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
FRED Large Ring Alliance in 18 Carat Yellow Gold Setting 4 Important Sapphires
By Fred
Located in Paris, FR
FRED Large ring Alliance in 18 Carat Yellow Gold setting 4 important Sapphires Each Sapphire is: 6 x 5 mm Signed FRED 750 and Numbered.
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold 7.72ct GIA Large Oval Sapphire w/ Round Marquise Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
The oval cut sapphire weighs approximately 5.50 carats and stands out with its large size and absolutely incredible and mesmerizing true royal blue color - Top color!!
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,957Sale Price|40% Off
NWT $9, 929 18KT Gold Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring. Ring contains approx 5...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$13,400Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $26, 800 Rare White Gold Gorgeous Fancy Large Blue Sapphire Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important Spectacular and Brilliant White Gold Large Gorgeous Fancy Blue Sapphire Diamond Draped Dangle Earrings.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
$83,250Sale Price|55% Off
NWT 185, 000 Rare White Gold Gorgeous Fancy Large Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Spectacular and Brilliant White Gold Large Gorgeous Fancy Blue Sapphire Diamond Draped Necklace.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
$31,250Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $62, 500 Rare White Gold Gorgeous Fancy Large Blue Sapphire Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important Spectacular and Brilliant White Gold Large Gorgeous Fancy Blue Sapphire Diamond Draped Dangle Earrings.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Cartier Deep Blue Sapphire Large Size Oval Cut Ellipse 18k Gold Bypass Ring 49
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Cartier Deep Blue Large Size Oval Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Bypass Ring.
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,500Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $15, 000 18KT Gold Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Pink Sapphire Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire Hoop Earrings. Earrings con...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Estate 14K Rose Gold EFFY Pink Sapphire Large Twist Knot Cocktail Ring 8cttw
By Effy
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A dazzling cocktail ring done in 14K rose gold by EFFY. It has been pavè set with approximately 8cttw in various toned natural pink sapphires and bold knot or twist design. Dimens...
Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$3,380Sale Price|35% Off
NWT $5, 200 18KT Gold Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Shaped Tapered Baguette Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$3,320Sale Price|30% Off
NWT 4, 800 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Pink Sapphire Eternity Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire Ring Eternity Band. Ring Con...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Statement Size Vintage 14k Gold and Blue Sapphire 3D Baby Shoe Book Locket Large
Located in New York, NY
A heavy and statement sized vintage book locket in immaculate condition with two 3-dimensional baby shoes on top set with blue sapphires. Even the inside of the locket has exceptiona...
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Large 2ct Pear Sapphire Diamond ring 18KT white gold engagement ring blue gem
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Modern engagement ring made with 2ct pear sapphire gem and natural fine diamonds VS-SI clarity, F-G color made in 18KT white gold. *Item will come with a beautiful packaging and cer...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Givenchy Vintage Gold Large Blue Sapphire Pearls Square Statement Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage Baroque Sapphire Navy Blue Stone Square Pendant Large White Pearls Elegant Collar Choker Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition.
Gold Plate
$6,250Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $12, 500 Important 18KT Gold Fancy Large Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Large Rare Fancy Gorgeous Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
14K Gold Large 16.77ctw GIA Oval Blue Topaz w/ Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Topaz - Elongated Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Light Blue Color - 15.62ct (approx. based on the certification) *See Certification Information B...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sapphire Diamond Earrings Large Calssic Earrings 14 Karat Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Three stone diamond ring made with sapphire and two diamonds in 18KT white gold. GOLD: 14KT gold NATURAL DIAMOND(S) Clarity/Color: VS/G Carat:1.09ct NATURAL SAPPHIRE(S) Clarity/Colo...
Bold Spliced Angles Customizable Fragment Round in Sapphire Large
By Ground Control
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
Nylon
Bold Spliced Angles Customizable Fragment Rectangle in Sapphire Large
By Ground Control
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
Nylon
Bold Spliced Angles Customizable Fragment Runner in Sapphire Large
By Ground Control
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
Nylon
Dale Chihuly Large 29 Inch Sapphire Macchia Signed 2015 Handblown Glass
By Dale Chihuly
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Artist: Dale Chihuly Title: Sapphire Macchia Medium: Hand Blown Glass Dimensions: 18"h x 29"w x 27"d Year: 2015 Inscription: Signed "Dale Chihuly 15" Chihuly Studio Registration Code...
Blown Glass
$6,250Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $12, 500 18KT Gold Fancy Large Fancy Heart Pink Sapphire Diamond Agate Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Heart Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond Black Agate Ring. ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
$5,490Sale Price|40% Off
NWT $9, 150 Important 18KT Gold Large White South Sea Pearl Emerald Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Extremely Rare Beautiful 18KT Gold Fine Rare Large South Sea Pearl Fancy Diamond Ring. This Magnificent Ring is comprised of a Rare Fine 13...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$12,000
Gestural Abstract Large Scale Painting, Vibrant Contemporary "Sapphire Bridge"
By Debra Drexler
Located in New York, NY
48"x72" signed on reverse by the artist. This is a contemporary abstract painting by the New York/ Hawaiian artist, Debra Drexler. Bright, nearly neon orange and pink fields of colo...
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Large Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 20.1 grams Stone Details: Natural Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds. Pin Measurements: Diameter: 2.75 inches x ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Blue Plume Large Hanging Lamp by Giò Colonna Romano
Located in Geneve, CH
Sapphire Blue Plume Large Hanging Lamp by Giò Colonna Romano Dimensions: Ø 117 x H 91 cm.
Fiberglass
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Large Gripoix Ruby Emerald Sapphire Domed Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Textured Large Massive Luxury Baroque Gripoix Emerald Sapphire Ruby Circle Marble Green Navy Blue Red Cabochon Engraved Domed Half Hoop Openwork Exquisit...
Gold Plate
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.