Marquis Sapphire Ring
2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary More Rings
Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Bronze
2010s American Contemporary More Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Bronze
2010s American Contemporary More Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Bronze
2010s American Contemporary More Rings
Black Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Revival Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Blue Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, Zircon, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Bronze
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Fashion Rings
Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s French Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Bronze
2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Hong Kong Dome Rings
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum, 18k Gol...
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Bronze
2010s American Victorian More Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Bronze
2010s American Victorian More Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Bronze
2010s American Victorian More Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary More Rings
Black Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Silver
2010s American Contemporary More Rings
Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Bronze
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco More Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cluster Rings
White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings
Pearl, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gol...
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Cluster Rings
Citrine, Sapphire, Topaz, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Bronze
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Marquis Sapphire Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Marquis Sapphire Ring?
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 Bvlgari 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. The most collectible 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vera Wang adds sapphires to her rings because the blue sapphire is a symbol of everlasting love. Adding this signature stone to her jewelry in the Love collection and other lines gives them an iconic look that’s instantly recognizable as Vera Wang. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Vera Wang jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A sapphire engagement ring symbolizes faithfulness and sincerity. The stone itself can also symbolize wisdom, good fortune, virtue, and holiness. Find a collection of sapphire engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sapphire wedding ring symbolizes honesty, sincerity and faithfulness. It is also believed to bring about good fortune to help keep the marriage strong and healthy. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 14, 2023
Whether or not a sapphire ring is a good investment will depend upon a range of factors such as condition, rarity and more. Although blue Kashmirs are considered the most valuable, sapphires come in every color except red. (Kashmir is the birthplace of the most famous sapphires.) According to the Geological Institute of America, the stones from this mountainous region on the India-Pakistan border display a potent combination of a rich, intense blue color and a soft and velvety appearance.
Sapphires can be colorless, or white, although examples are very rare, since the corundum from which they are formed has to have been untouched by any other element. Non-blue colored sapphires are referred to as “fancy sapphires” and can be pink, purple, orange, yellow or green. The rarest, and the most valuable, fancy sapphire is the pinkish-orange padparadscha (from the Sinhalese word for “lotus blossom”).
Determining the value of any collectible depends upon a variety of aspects. In the case of assessing the value of an antique or vintage sapphire ring, as with other gems, the 4Cs are crucial. The 4Cs is the grading system established by the GIA to determine how precious stones are evaluated. The 4Cs are color, clarity, cut and carat weight. The most desirable cut is the one that shows to best advantage the particular stone’s individual combination of color, clarity, and brilliance.
At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor. Find a range of antique and vintage sapphire rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, not all rings or jewelry by Vera Wang include a blue sapphire, but all of the engagement rings in the Love collection do have a blue sapphire, and many other items in different collections feature this gem. The blue sapphire is a symbol of everlasting love and creates an iconic look. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Vera Wang jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021How much a gold sapphire ring is worth depends on the tone and saturation of the stone, VVS clarity, design and more. The cost of a sapphire depends on carat, or its weight..On average, gold sapphire is priced at $1,000 to $1,150 per carat. On 1stDibs, find a wide collection of gold sapphire rings and jewelry today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A blue sapphire engagement ring is traditionally symbolic of faithfulness, wisdom and honesty. One of the most renowned blue sapphire engagement rings belonged to Princess Diana. Shop a range of authentic vintage and contemporary blue sapphire engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A blue sapphire ring is worth about $8,000 depending on the carat weight and quality of the stone. Blue sapphires are the most valuable color of this particular gem, making a blue sapphire ring quite valuable. A broad range of blue sapphire rings can be found on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The kind of sapphire in Princess Diana's engagement ring is a blue Ceylon sapphire. It has an oval cut and weighs 12 carats. A 14-karat white diamond halo surrounds the center stone. You'll find a range of sapphire gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A blue star sapphire has a transparent body with a deep blue color. A blue star sapphire ring’s worth depends on the 4Cs — color, clarity, cut and carat. Prices for a blue star sapphire ring can also differ according to size and time period. These accessories begin at $449 and can cost as much as around $200,000 or more. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage blue star sapphire rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Princess Diana's sapphire ring is worth more than $500,000 today. Prince Charles bought this ring for just $60,000 in the early 1980s.
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