3.58ct Aquamarine Cushion Platinum Cocktail Ring, Sapphire & Diamonds Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A luminous 3.58ct cushion cut aquamarine cocktail ring in platinum, accented with 0.24ct blue sapphires and 0.89ct round brilliant diamonds, handcrafted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hi...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1.19ct Unheated Burmese Lilac Sapphire Platinum Diamond Ring Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Refined, romantic, and exceptionally rare, this 1.19 carat unheated Burmese lilac sapphire ring is a luminous expression of fine jewelry artistry by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills.
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
$119,200Sale Price|25% Off
Platinum Pink Sapphire Diamond Bracelet 19.54ct 10.99ct Merkaba Jewelry Beverly
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Details Creator: Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills Metal: Platinum Pink Sapphires: 15 round pink sapphires, 19.54 carats total Diamonds: Round brilliant diamonds, 10.99 carats total Leng...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
1.69 Carat Unheated Ceylon Blue Sapphire Cushion Diamond Platinum Ring - Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Impressive Unheated Ceylon 1.69 Carat Blue Sapphire Platinum Diamond Three Stone Ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills.
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 6.50 Carat Unheated Ceylon Blue Sapphire Loose Gemstone - Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, this natural 6.50 carat Ceylon sapphire from Sri Lanka is an exceptional collector gemstone, presented in a rare elongated cushion cut...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, P...
7.57ct Unheated Heart Blue Sapphire, Lotus Cert, Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare and romantic 7.57 carat natural blue sapphire, expertly cut in a heart shape and offered as a loose gemstone by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Platinum
6.50 Carat Unheated Ceylon Sapphire Cushion Platinum Diamond Ring GIA By Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare, collector-caliber, one of a kind cushion sapphire three stone cocktail ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, centering a 6.50 carat natural unheated Blue Ceylon sapphire fro...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
14.40 Carat Peridot Cushion Ring Pink Sapphire 18K Rose Gold Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Details Center stone: 14.40 carat peridot, elongated cushion cut Accent stones: pink sapphires, 0.52 carats total Diamonds: 0.37 carats total, round brilliant Metal: 18K rose gold Ri...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire...
GIA 2.02ct Royal Blue Sapphire Cushion Engagement Ring in Platinum By Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GIA Certified 2.02 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Cushion Platinum Engagement Ring with 0.99 Carat Cushion Diamonds and 1.20 Carats Round Brilliant Pavé – Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills C...
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
3.02 Carat Mandarin Garnet Cushion Three Stone Ring in Platinum Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Details Center stone: 3.02 carat Mandarin garnet, cushion cut Side stones: grey spinels, 1.84 carats total Accent stones: fancy colored sapphires, 0.80 carats total Diamonds: 0.29 ca...
Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Spinel, Mandarin Garnet...
4.06 Carat GIA Montana Green Blue Sapphire Three Stone Platinum Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare and captivating 4.06 carat green blue Montana sapphire three stone ring in platinum, handcrafted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills and accompanied by a GIA report.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapp...
2.53ct Pink Sapphire Diamond Bow Pearl Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A romantic and elegant pink sapphire, diamond, and freshwater pearl necklace, crafted with a refined bow pendant in 18K white gold by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills.
Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Pearl, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, ...
3.57 Carat Oval Teal Sapphire Platinum Three Stone Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A 3.57 carat oval teal sapphire platinum three stone ring, handcrafted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills as a refined collector jewel and meaningful alternative engagement ring.
Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Platinum
$15,120Sale Price|20% Off
4.50 Carat GIA Color Change Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare and captivating color change sapphire necklace handcrafted in 18K white gold by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, centered by a remarkable 4.50 carat Ceylon sapphire accompanied ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple ...
1.41 Carat Unheated Lavender Sapphire Cushion Three Stone Platinum Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills proudly presents a captivating three stone platinum engagement ring centered on a 1.41 carat unheated Lavender Sapphire, precision cut in a romantic cus...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
5.03 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Cushion Three Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A 5.03 carat royal blue sapphire cushion cut platinum three stone ring, handcrafted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills as a refined collector jewel and meaningful alternative engagemen...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1.60ct Unheated Purple Sapphire Cushion Platinum 3-Stone Diamond Ring AGL
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An unheated 1.60 carat natural purple sapphire takes center stage in this elegant three stone platinum alternative engagement ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills.
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
$11,880Sale Price|20% Off
3.01 Carat Unheated Ceylon Green Sapphire Emerald Cut Three Stone Platinum Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
3.01 carat unheated Ceylon green sapphire emerald cut three stone platinum diamond ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, accompanied by a GIA gem report.
Green Sapphire, Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamon...
1.76 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Stud Earrings in 14K White Gold
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Blue sapphire diamond stud earrings in 14K white gold, designed as a timeless pair of fine gemstone earrings by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills.
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, W...
5.56ct Unheated Ceylon Yellow Sapphire – Rare Oval Gem for Collectors
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 5.56 Carat Unheated Ceylon Yellow Sapphire: A Rare Gem for Collectors & Custom Jewelry - Merkaba Beverly Hills.
Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold,...
GIA 2.02 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Cushion-Cut Platinum Engagement Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GIA 2.02-Carat Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills.
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
3.78ct GIA Emerald Cut Pinkish Purple Sapphire Three Stone Platinum Diamond Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This ring is offered in brand new condition and finished to heirloom standards. Details Designer: Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills Jewelry Type: Three Stone Engagement Ring Metal: Plat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
2.58 Carat Unheated Green Sapphire Oval Three Stone Platinum Diamond Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptional 2.58 carat natural unheated green sapphire in an elegant oval cut anchors this refined three stone platinum engagement ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills.
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
$5,592Sale Price|20% Off
2.24 Carat Pear-Shaped Aquamarine Necklace with Blue Sapphire and Diamond
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite 2.24 Carat Aquamarine Pear Shape Necklace with Blue Sapphires & Diamonds – Luxury 18K White Gold by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills.
Aquamarine, Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blu...
$31,984Sale Price|20% Off
10.10 Carat Pink Sapphire Drop Earrings 2.00 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamonds
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These Pink Sapphire and Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond drop earrings are a vivid statement of refined color and high jewelry craftsmanship by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills.
Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow ...
3.76 Carat GIA Certified Ceylon Sapphire Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Details Center Stone: 3.76 carat natural cushion cut Ceylon sapphire from Sri Lanka Side Stones: 0.62 carats total epaulette side diamonds, also known as Cadillac cut diamonds Diamon...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Platinum
3.20 Carat GIA Certified No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Oval Diamond Platinum Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Please contact us through 1stDibs if you would like assistance with a return. Follow Follow Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills on 1stDibs to explore Ceylon sapphire rings, sapphire engag...
Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
$10,240Sale Price|20% Off
6.59 Carat Tanzanite Cushion Cocktail Ring in 18K Rose Gold with Pink Sapphires
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Details Center Stone: 6.59 Carat Natural Tanzanite, Cushion Cut Accent Stones: 1.07 Carats Total Round Pink Sapphires Additional Diamonds: 0.20 Carats Total Round Brilliant Diamonds ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tanzani...
1.51 Carat Oval Diamond and Blue Sapphire Platinum Band Ring Tamir by Merkaba
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Details Diamonds: 3 oval diamonds, 1.51 carats total, E color, VS1 clarity, GIA reports Sapphires: 2 round blue sapphires, 0.83 carats total Metal: Platinum Ring Size: 6.5 Resizing: ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
7.87 Carat Pink Tourmaline Cushion Diamond Platinum Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Details Creator: Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills Jewelry Type: Cocktail Ring, Statement Ring, Collector Gemstone Ring Metal: Platinum Center Stone: Pink Tourmaline Center Stone Weight:...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tourmal...
$5,250Sale Price / item|30% Off
3D Star of David Yellow Diamond Necklace Pendant - Luxury Jewish Jewelry Gifts
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite 18K Yellow Gold Star of David Necklace with Fancy Yellow Diamonds by Merkaba Beverly Hills. Celebrate life’s most profound moments with the 18K Yellow Gold Star of David N...
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, Emerald, Rubelite, ...
18K Yellow Gold Merkaba Star Earrings with Various Coloured Stones and Diamonds
By Noor Fares
Located in London, GB
- 18K Yellow Gold (7.77 gr.) - Corundum (44 ∅ 0.33 cts/46 ∅ 0.36 cts.); - Amethyst (46 ∅ 0.30 cts.); - Pink Sapphire. (20 ∅ 0.17 cts.) - Blue Sapphire (26 ∅ 0.25 cts.) - Dark Bl...
Amethyst, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, ...
1.60 Carat Unheated Purple Sapphire Three Stone Platinum Ring - Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare, unheated 1.60 carat Purple Sapphire takes center stage in this elegant three stone platinum ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills.
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
1.16 ct Color-Changing Burma Sapphire Platinum Cushion Diamond Ring - Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Very Special Color-Changing Burma 1.16 ct Cushion-Cut Sapphire Platinum Ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills.
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Platinum
Diamond Necklace Platinum 1.52 Carats Merkaba Star
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Platinum diamond necklace, featuring a total of 1.52 carat round brilliant diamonds, F-G color and VVS2-VS1 clarity. The Merkaba star, suspends elegantly at the chest, 4.5 inches dow...
Diamond, White Diamond, Alexandrite, Amethyst, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diam...
Luxury Tanzanite and Diamond Engagement Ring By Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic 3.57-Carat Tanzanite Emerald Cut Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring – A Masterpiece of Love & Transformation By Merkaba Beverly Hills. There are moments in life when words are...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tanzanite, Alexandrite, Blue Dia...
Unheated Sapphire GIA Certified 6.07 Carat Natural
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural, no heat Sapphire emerald cut, weighing a total of 6.07 carats, displaying a very unique greenish blue teal color. This superb, collection quality gem, is offered loose and ...
Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold...
Unheated Sapphire Ring 1.42 Carats AGL Certified Natural
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural, no heat Sapphire ring, showcasing a 1.42 carat emerald cut Blue Sapphire, unveiled in a 1.32 carat micro pave diamond platinum setting.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Other, ...
Unheated Light Violet Sapphire Ring Gem 3.41 Carat Oval Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite 3.41-Carat No-Heat “Metallic” Light Violet Sapphire – A Rare Gem for Bespoke Jewelry By Merkaba Beverly Hills.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple Sapphire
Rare No-Heat Fancy Teal Sapphire - Custom Luxury Jewelry Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exclusive 3.12-Carat No-Heat Fancy Teal Sapphire – Design Your Dream Masterpiece By Merkaba Beverly Hills.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire
Unheated Green Sapphire Ring 3.67 Carat Emerald Cut Natural
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Merkaba Jewelry, is a unique, world-class jewelry brand, dedicated to unveiling the rarest, finest and most sought-after gemstones globally, such as Alexandrite, Paraiba Tourmaline, ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
Unheated Purplish Pink Sapphire Platinum Ring with Crescent Trapezoid Diamonds
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Spectacular 4.08-Carat Purplish Pink Sapphire Platinum Ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills presents this spectacular 4.08-carat natural, unheated Purp...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple ...
Star Sapphire Ring Gem 4.19 Carat No Heat Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Remarkable 4.19 carat unheated Ceylon Star Sapphire offered loose for a classy lady or gentleman. This exclusive no heat Star Sapphire would make an exquisite custom tailored jewelry...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire
12.28 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond Platinum Bracelet
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ultra fine, perfectly matching set of 11 oval pink sapphires, weighing a total of 12.28 carats, are displayed in this 1.61 carat total diamond platinum bracelet. Total length is 7 in...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Unheated Ceylon Blue Sapphire Platinum Ring with Crescent Trapezoid Diamonds
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unheated 3.47-Carat Ceylon Oval Blue Sapphire Platinum Ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills.
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Unheated Yellow Sapphire Ring 4.47 Carats Ceylon No Heat
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Merkaba Jewelry, is a unique, world-class jewelry brand, dedicated to unveiling the rarest, finest and most sought-after gemstones globally, such as Alexandrite, Paraiba Tourmaline, ...
Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Yello...
Unheated Ceylon Sapphire Cushion GIA Certified 3.04 Carat Royal Blue
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Superior 3.04 carat unheated Sri Lanka (Ceylon) Sapphire cushion. This Sapphire is an exceptional choice for a custom tailored cocktail or engagement ring. Accompanied by GIA report ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
Unheated Burma Sapphire Cabochon Ring Gem 15 Carat Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare and exceptional 15 carat unheated Burma Sapphire cabochon, offered loose to the world's most sophisticated gem collectors. The SSEF and Gubelin gem reports are attached to the ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
Unheated Fancy Sapphire Ring Earrings Cushion Pair 2.25 Carat Loose Gemstones
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fine mismatched pastel pair of unheated Madagascar fancy Sapphire gems, weighing a total of 2.25 carats, offered loose to someone special...because opposites attract! Returns are acc...
Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Purple Sapphire
Unheated Burma Sapphire AGL Certified 4.67 Carat Natural
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural, no heat, Burma Sapphire cushion cut gem, weighing a total of 4.67 carats. This collection quality gem, is offered loose and would make an exceptional, unisex, custom made j...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Other, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow ...
Ceylon Blue Sapphire Platinum Diamond Ring - Unique Jewelry Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless Ceylon Blue Sapphire Platinum Ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills - Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills presents a timeless masterpiece—this exquisite 3.12-carat Ceylon Blue Sap...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Deep Blue Sapphire Ring Gem 5.30 Carats Ceylon Loose Gemstone GIA Certified
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
For your convenience we carry an extensive world-class loose gemstone collection. Merkaba Jewelry, is a unique, world-class jewelry brand, dedicated to unveiling the rarest, finest ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
6.10 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Three Stone Ring in Platinum GIA Certified
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A remarkable 6.10 carat Ceylon sapphire diamond three stone ring handcrafted in platinum by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, centered by a GIA certified radiant cut blue sapphire from ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Ceylon Blue Sapphire Three-Stone Platinum Ring with Cadillac Diamond Accents
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Magnificent 6.05 Carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Three-Stone Platinum Ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills.
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Royal Blue Sapphire Platinum Ring with French Trapezoid Diamonds - Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
5.08-Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Platinum Ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills.
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Unheated Green Sapphire Emerald Cut 8.42 Carat GIA Certified Natural
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
No heat G.I.A certified 8.42 carat Green Sapphire emerald cut. This superb, collection quality gem, is offered loose and would make an exceptional unisex custom made jewelry creation...
Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Other, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, W...
Unheated Purple Sapphire Ring Gem 11.28 Carat Cushion Sugarloaf Cabochon Loose
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare and Exclusive 11.28 Carat No-Heat Ceylon Purple Sapphire: A Collector’s Masterpiece and Custom Jewelry Inspiration By Merkaba Beverly Hills.
Purple Sapphire, Sapphire
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.