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Oscar Heyman Mid-Century Sapphire Ring
Oscar Heyman Mid-Century Sapphire Ring

Oscar Heyman Mid-Century Sapphire Ring

By Oscar Heyman

Located in New York, NY

This Mid-century bombé sapphire and diamond cocktail ring was designed and created in 1950 by Oscar Heyman.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

TANK RING Classic Ring In 14Kt Yellow And White Gold With Sapphires & Rubies
TANK RING Classic Ring In 14Kt Yellow And White Gold With Sapphires & Rubies

TANK RING Classic Ring In 14Kt Yellow And White Gold With Sapphires & Rubies

By Chevalier Tank Ring

Located in Miami, FL

Classic tank ring with rubies and sapphires. This is a beautiful bold tank ring hand crafted in solid yellow and white gold of 14 karats with high polished finish.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Platinum, Green Sapphire & Diamond Ring, Mid Century
Platinum, Green Sapphire & Diamond Ring, Mid Century

Platinum, Green Sapphire & Diamond Ring, Mid Century

Located in London, England

A striking and architectural ring from the mid-20th century, set with a square-cut green sapphire at its heart, framed by a structured arrangement of old-cut diamonds.

Category

20th Century German Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Green Sapphire, Platinum

Mid Century 1.34TCW Sapphire & Turquoise 14k Yellow Gold Cluster Cocktail Ring
Mid Century 1.34TCW Sapphire & Turquoise 14k Yellow Gold Cluster Cocktail Ring

Mid Century 1.34TCW Sapphire & Turquoise 14k Yellow Gold Cluster Cocktail Ring

Located in Towson, MD

This mid century 14 karat yellow gold ring centers on a floral cluster design combining blue sapphire and turquoise in vivid contrast.

Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid Century sapphire diamond platinum cluster ring
Mid Century sapphire diamond platinum cluster ring

Mid Century sapphire diamond platinum cluster ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This refined Mid Century cluster ring captures the balanced elegance and confident design language of the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Platinum

Mid-Century Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
Mid-Century Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring

Mid-Century Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

A striking and sculptural mid-century sapphire and diamond bombe ring, masterfully crafted in platinum and white gold.

Category

Vintage 1950s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Mid-Century Star-Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Mid-Century Star-Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

Mid-Century Star-Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A dazzling mid-century ring, circa 1960’s. It features a 9.35 carat star sapphire with excellent transparency, your eyes will get lost inside the stone.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum

Mid-Century Synthetic Purple Sapphire Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Synthetic Purple Sapphire Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Synthetic Purple Sapphire Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Bloomington, MN

Mid-Century Synthetic Purple Sapphire Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This Mid-Century ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features an elongated oval-cut synthetic purple sapphire estima...

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Cabochon Mid Century Ring
Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Cabochon Mid Century Ring

Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Cabochon Mid Century Ring

Located in South Pasadena, CA

Mid-Century sapphire cabochon and single cut diamond ring.

Category

Vintage 1950s Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Mid-Century Cluster Ribbon Sapphire Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Cluster Ribbon Sapphire Ring in 18k Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Cluster Ribbon Sapphire Ring in 18k Yellow Gold

Located in Bloomington, MN

Mid-Century Cluster Ribbon Sapphire Ring in 18k Yellow Gold This striking Mid-Century ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and showcases a cluster of prong-set dark blue sapphires tot...

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid Century 4.40ct Lab-Created Sapphire & Baguette Diamond Ring
Mid Century 4.40ct Lab-Created Sapphire & Baguette Diamond Ring

Mid Century 4.40ct Lab-Created Sapphire & Baguette Diamond Ring

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

The ring is a three-stone ring featuring a prominent, deep blue, pear-cut center sapphire gemstone, flanked by two white, baguette-cut side diamonds. The setting and band are made of...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

16.56 ctw Mid-Century Cushion Padparadscha Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring
16.56 ctw Mid-Century Cushion Padparadscha Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring

16.56 ctw Mid-Century Cushion Padparadscha Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Tysons, VA

Type: Cocktail Ring Era / Style: Mid-Century Metal: Platinum Metal Purity: Plat-900 Setting Style: Prong Band Style: Plain Gemstone: Natural Padparadscha Sapphire Origin: Madagascar ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Platinum

Mid-century Flower Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 14k yellow gold
Mid-century Flower Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 14k yellow gold

Mid-century Flower Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 14k yellow gold

Located in Bloomington, MN

Mid-century Flower Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 14k yellow gold This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features prong-set dark blue sapphire, with a flower design.

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid Century 1.50 carat sapphire diamond platinum ballerina ring
Mid Century 1.50 carat sapphire diamond platinum ballerina ring

Mid Century 1.50 carat sapphire diamond platinum ballerina ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This exceptional Mid Century ballerina ring is a beautifully sculptural jewel from the 1950’s, centered by a pear shape sapphire weighing approximately 1.50 carats.

Category

Vintage 1950s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Mid Century 10.60 carat star sapphire diamond platinum ring
Mid Century 10.60 carat star sapphire diamond platinum ring

Mid Century 10.60 carat star sapphire diamond platinum ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Crafted in platinum circa 1950, the ring carries the confident, architectural lines typical of Mid-Century design, when platinum's strength allowed for bold, sculptural settings.

Category

Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

Mid-Century 14K Gold Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Mid-Century 14K Gold Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Mid-Century 14K Gold Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Located in Denver, CO

This mid-century ring features a natural blue square-shaped sapphire flanked by two single cut diamonds totaling 0.02 carats in a geometric, openwork design with delicate milgraining.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Mid-Century 35ct Star Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring, Circa 1955
Mid-Century 35ct Star Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring, Circa 1955

Mid-Century 35ct Star Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring, Circa 1955

Located in Miami, FL

At the heart of this masterwork lies an extraordinary 35.00-carat natural star sapphire, boasting a serene, cornflower-to-denim blue body color. The gemstone displays a crisp, six-ra...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum

Mid-Century Star Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring, circa 1950s
Mid-Century Star Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring, circa 1950s

Mid-Century Star Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring, circa 1950s

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Perfect for those who appreciate rare gemstones and statement jewelry, this ring is a true masterpiece, reflecting both the glamour and craftsmanship of mid-century design.

Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum

26.43 ctw Mid-Century Cabochon Burmese Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring
26.43 ctw Mid-Century Cabochon Burmese Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring

26.43 ctw Mid-Century Cabochon Burmese Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Tysons, VA

Type: Cocktail Ring Era / Style: Mid-Century Metal: Platinum Metal Purity: Plat-900 Setting Style: Prong Band Style: Plain Finish: High Polish Gemstone: Natural Blue Sapphire Origin:...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Mid-Century 1.08-Carat Blue Montana Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Mid-Century 1.08-Carat Blue Montana Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Mid-Century 1.08-Carat Blue Montana Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Located in Denver, CO

A rare 1.08-carat natural deep blue Montana sapphire measuring 6.05 mm centers this mid-century ring.

Category

Mid-20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

Mid-Century Madagascar Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring White Gold 1950s–1960s
Mid-Century Madagascar Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring White Gold 1950s–1960s

Mid-Century Madagascar Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring White Gold 1950s–1960s

Located in Lisbon, PT

Mid-Century Madagascar Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring in 19.2K White Gold, Portugal, circa 1950s–1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Portuguese Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Vintage Ceylon sapphire and diamond cluster ring, mid 20th Century.
Vintage Ceylon sapphire and diamond cluster ring, mid 20th Century.

Vintage Ceylon sapphire and diamond cluster ring, mid 20th Century.

Located in London, GB

Tested 18 carat white gold, mid 20th Century, accompanied by a Gemmological Certification Services report #78132-20.

Category

Vintage 1970s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Mid-century 18k Gold Ring with Diamonds and Sapphire
Mid-century 18k Gold Ring with Diamonds and Sapphire

Mid-century 18k Gold Ring with Diamonds and Sapphire

Located in Aventura, FL

Period: 1960-70s Style: Mid-century Metal: 18Kt Gold Stone: Diamond & Sapphire Ring size: 7 (sizable).

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Mid Century GIA 5.45 carat Ceylon sapphire diamond platinum ring
Mid Century GIA 5.45 carat Ceylon sapphire diamond platinum ring

Mid Century GIA 5.45 carat Ceylon sapphire diamond platinum ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This notable Mid Century ring dates to the 1950's, featuring a GIA-certified cushion brilliant cut sapphire weighing 5.45 carats.

Category

Vintage 1950s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage 18k Gold Sapphire Diamond Gypsy Three Stone Ring, Mid 20th Century
Vintage 18k Gold Sapphire Diamond Gypsy Three Stone Ring, Mid 20th Century

Vintage 18k Gold Sapphire Diamond Gypsy Three Stone Ring, Mid 20th Century

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This mid century 18k yellow gold sapphire and diamond gypsy style ring features a smooth, rounded band with three stones set low into the surface of the gold.

Category

Mid-20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Mid-20th Century Sapphire and Diamond Bombe Ring in Platinum
Mid-20th Century Sapphire and Diamond Bombe Ring in Platinum

Mid-20th Century Sapphire and Diamond Bombe Ring in Platinum

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid-20th Century Sapphire and Diamond Bombe Ring in Platinum A striking vintage bombe ring from the 1960s, showcasing timeless elegance and craftsmanship.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Signed Mid-Century Modern 14K Gold, Diamond, & Sapphire Starburst Cocktail Ring
Signed Mid-Century Modern 14K Gold, Diamond, & Sapphire Starburst Cocktail Ring

Signed Mid-Century Modern 14K Gold, Diamond, & Sapphire Starburst Cocktail Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A very fine signed Mid-Century Modern sapphire and diamond ring. With a large, Old European cut diamond (ca. 6.7mm) prong set in the center of a starburst setting with 8 small round...

Category

20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Certified 1.77 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Mid-Century Engagement Ring
GIA Certified 1.77 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Mid-Century Engagement Ring

GIA Certified 1.77 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Mid-Century Engagement Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

1950's bright blue sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified cushion cut bezel set sapphire center stone. Graded, natural, no heat and its origin being Madagascar. Set in ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Mid Century 2.63 carat sapphire diamond 14k white gold ring
Mid Century 2.63 carat sapphire diamond 14k white gold ring

Mid Century 2.63 carat sapphire diamond 14k white gold ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This Mid Century ring is centered on a cushion brilliant cut sapphire weighing 2.63 carats, its rounded, faceted form catching the light with a cool, saturated blue brilliance.

Category

Vintage 1950s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Mid-Century Star, Sapphire 14K White Gold Ring, Circa 1950s
Mid-Century Star, Sapphire 14K White Gold Ring, Circa 1950s

Mid-Century Star, Sapphire 14K White Gold Ring, Circa 1950s

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This striking mid-century 1950s ring, crafted in 14K white gold, features a captivating 4-carat gray star sapphire as its centerpiece.

Category

20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Star Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

Mid Century GIA 3.28 carat pink sapphire diamond solitaire pave ring
Mid Century GIA 3.28 carat pink sapphire diamond solitaire pave ring

Mid Century GIA 3.28 carat pink sapphire diamond solitaire pave ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This vintage Mid Century ring showcases a vivid 3.28 carat orange pink sapphire whose lively hue radiates warmth and vibrancy, creating a captivating focal point with remarkable dept...

Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and 1.77ct Blue Sapphire Mid-Century Dress Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Diamond and 1.77ct Blue Sapphire Mid-Century Dress Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold

Diamond and 1.77ct Blue Sapphire Mid-Century Dress Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold

Located in London, GB

This striking sapphire and diamond spray cluster dress ring screams mid-century glamour.

Category

20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid Century GIA 1.53 carat Ceylon sapphire diamond platinum cocktail ring
Mid Century GIA 1.53 carat Ceylon sapphire diamond platinum cocktail ring

Mid Century GIA 1.53 carat Ceylon sapphire diamond platinum cocktail ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This Mid Century cocktail ring from the 1950's showcases a round brilliant cut sapphire weighing 1.53 carats, GIA-certified as a heated Ceylon sapphire from Sri Lanka.

Category

Vintage 1950s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

French Mid Century diamond sapphire ruby 18k rose gold ring
French Mid Century diamond sapphire ruby 18k rose gold ring

French Mid Century diamond sapphire ruby 18k rose gold ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A vibrant celebration of 1950s French design, this Mid Century ring radiates warmth and color through its rich 18k rose gold setting.

Category

Vintage 1950s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mid-Century Purple Synthetic Sapphire and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Mid-Century Purple Synthetic Sapphire and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

Mid-Century Purple Synthetic Sapphire and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Denver, CO

Crafted in the 1950s, this mid-century cocktail ring features a round purple synthetic sapphire set in 14K yellow gold with delicate piercing.

Category

Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Purple Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid Century Mod Space Age Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Mid Century Mod Space Age Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring

Mid Century Mod Space Age Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

Capture Mid Century modern elegance with this space age inspired sapphire and diamond vintage cocktail ring.

Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Mid Century Modern Coral Turquoise and Sapphire Gold Cluster Ring
Vintage Mid Century Modern Coral Turquoise and Sapphire Gold Cluster Ring

Vintage Mid Century Modern Coral Turquoise and Sapphire Gold Cluster Ring

Located in Montreal, QC

Finely detailed Vintage Mid Century Modern Red Coral Turquoise and Sapphire Gold Cluster Ring.

Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari 18K Gold Ruby Sapphire Diamond Ring, Mid-20th Century
Bvlgari 18K Gold Ruby Sapphire Diamond Ring, Mid-20th Century

Bvlgari 18K Gold Ruby Sapphire Diamond Ring, Mid-20th Century

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

This Bvlgari ruby and sapphire ring reflects the house’s bold mid-20th-century aesthetic, celebrating vibrant color contrasts and architectural volume.

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

21.67 ctw Mid-Century Thai Sapphire & Diamond 14K White Gold Ring
21.67 ctw Mid-Century Thai Sapphire & Diamond 14K White Gold Ring

21.67 ctw Mid-Century Thai Sapphire & Diamond 14K White Gold Ring

Located in Tysons, VA

Type: Cocktail Ring Era / Style: Mid-Century Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 14K Setting Style: Prong Band Style: Plain Finish: High Polish Gemstone: Natural Blue Sapphire Origin: Th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century 19.10 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum Vintage Ballerina Halo Ring
Mid-Century 19.10 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum Vintage Ballerina Halo Ring

Mid-Century 19.10 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum Vintage Ballerina Halo Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering a marquise cut sapphires weighing approximately 15.70 carats - transparent medium blue in color Set via tab prongs with an undulating ballerina-style surround of tapered ba...

Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Mid-Century Opal, Sapphire and Diamond Floral Spray Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Opal, Sapphire and Diamond Floral Spray Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Opal, Sapphire and Diamond Floral Spray Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

Located in Bloomington, MN

Mid-Century Opal, Sapphire and Diamond Floral Spray Ring in 18K Yellow Gold Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this striking Mid-Century cocktail ring features luminous white opal cabochon...

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Mid-century Purple Star Sapphire 18K White Gold Ring, circa 1950s
Mid-century Purple Star Sapphire 18K White Gold Ring, circa 1950s

Mid-century Purple Star Sapphire 18K White Gold Ring, circa 1950s

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Crafted with a refined vintage aesthetic, this piece exemplifies mid-century elegance and sophistication. The ring is a size 5 and weighs 17 grams, offering both a substantial and co...

Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Star Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

17.61 ctw Mid-Century No Heat Burmese Sapphire 18K Yellow Gold Ring
17.61 ctw Mid-Century No Heat Burmese Sapphire 18K Yellow Gold Ring

17.61 ctw Mid-Century No Heat Burmese Sapphire 18K Yellow Gold Ring

By Unbranded

Located in Tysons, VA

Type: Cocktail Ring Era / Style: Mid-Century Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 18K Setting Style: Bezel Band Style: Plain Finish: High Polish Gemstone: Natural Blue Sapphire Origin: B...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

9.33 ctw Mid-Century No Heat Color Change Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring
9.33 ctw Mid-Century No Heat Color Change Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring

9.33 ctw Mid-Century No Heat Color Change Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Tysons, VA

Type: Cocktail Ring Era / Style: Mid-Century Metal: Platinum Metal Purity: Plat-900 Setting Style: Prong Band Style: Plain Finish: High Polish Gemstone: Natural Blue Sapphire (Color-...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

23.49 ctw Mid-Century No Heat Burmese Sapphire & Diamond 18K Gold Ring
23.49 ctw Mid-Century No Heat Burmese Sapphire & Diamond 18K Gold Ring

23.49 ctw Mid-Century No Heat Burmese Sapphire & Diamond 18K Gold Ring

Located in Tysons, VA

Type: Cocktail Ring Era / Style: Mid-Century Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 18K Setting Style: Prong Band Style: Plain Finish: High Polish Gemstone: Natural Blue Sapphire Origin: B...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

MID-CENTURY Cocktail Ring 4.00 CTW Sapphire & Old European Diamonds in 18kt Gold
MID-CENTURY Cocktail Ring 4.00 CTW Sapphire & Old European Diamonds in 18kt Gold

MID-CENTURY Cocktail Ring 4.00 CTW Sapphire & Old European Diamonds in 18kt Gold

Located in Miami, FL

A mesmerizing triumph of mid-century glamour, this vintage 18K white gold cocktail ring centers a deep, velvety blue sapphire framed by a masterfully executed double halo of historic...

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Mid-20th Century American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Mid Century GIA 4.30 carat Ceylon sapphire diamond platinum three stone ring
Mid Century GIA 4.30 carat Ceylon sapphire diamond platinum three stone ring

Mid Century GIA 4.30 carat Ceylon sapphire diamond platinum three stone ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A true statement piece, this Mid Century three stone ring from the 1950's centers on an oval brilliant cut sapphire weighing an impressive 4.30 carats, GIA-certified as a heated Ceyl...

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Vintage 1950s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Mid Century Oxblood coral sapphire diamond 18k yellow gold cocktail ring
Mid Century Oxblood coral sapphire diamond 18k yellow gold cocktail ring

Mid Century Oxblood coral sapphire diamond 18k yellow gold cocktail ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

With its rare combination of oxblood coral, sapphires, old mine cut diamonds, and Mid Century craftsmanship, this ring is a captivating statement piece for someone who loves bold vin...

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Vintage 1950s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Coral, Silver, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Mid-20th Century Hand Engraved Platinum, Sapphire, and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Mid-20th Century Hand Engraved Platinum, Sapphire, and Diamond Cocktail Ring

Mid-20th Century Hand Engraved Platinum, Sapphire, and Diamond Cocktail Ring

By Rothschilds

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Very little inspires one to feel a sense of ultimate quality more than platinum. This lovely and lively Late-20th Century cocktail ring is crafted from the precious metal and is rep...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Mid Century GIA 2.91 carat no heat yellow sapphire diamond platinum ring
Mid Century GIA 2.91 carat no heat yellow sapphire diamond platinum ring

Mid Century GIA 2.91 carat no heat yellow sapphire diamond platinum ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This elegant Mid Century ring is a beautiful expression of 1950s design, centered around a truly rare and desirable GIA-certified yellow sapphire.

Category

Vintage 1950s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified Sri Lanka Orange Sapphire Diamond Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring
GIA Certified Sri Lanka Orange Sapphire Diamond Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring

GIA Certified Sri Lanka Orange Sapphire Diamond Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring

Located in New York, NY

Crafted in platinum, this beautifully balanced composition highlights the vibrant contrast between the fiery orange sapphire and the velvety royal blue sapphires—a timeless color com...

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Mid-20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Mobe Pearl Diamond Sapphire Ruby Halo White Gold Mid-Century Cocktail Ring
Mobe Pearl Diamond Sapphire Ruby Halo White Gold Mid-Century Cocktail Ring

Mobe Pearl Diamond Sapphire Ruby Halo White Gold Mid-Century Cocktail Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

Fantastic Mid-Century late 1950's Mobe pearl, diamond, sapphire and ruby cocktail ring.

Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid Century 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Pink Sapphire Flower Cocktail Ring 1960s
Mid Century 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Pink Sapphire Flower Cocktail Ring 1960s

Mid Century 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Pink Sapphire Flower Cocktail Ring 1960s

Located in Towson, MD

One 1960s 18 karat yellow gold starburst flower motif ring set with round cut pink sapphires and round cabochon turquoise, stamped 18KT, size 5.75, weighing 9.5 grams.

Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct White Gold Star Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Mid Century
18ct White Gold Star Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Mid Century

18ct White Gold Star Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Mid Century

Located in London, England

A glamorous and sculptural ring from the mid-20th century, set in 18ct white gold and centred with a luminous blue star sapphire, surrounded by a burst of brilliant-cut diamonds in a...

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20th Century European Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century 1.80 Ct Natural Ceylon Sapphire 1.90 Ct Diamond 18 Kt Ring
Mid-Century 1.80 Ct Natural Ceylon Sapphire 1.90 Ct Diamond 18 Kt Ring

Mid-Century 1.80 Ct Natural Ceylon Sapphire 1.90 Ct Diamond 18 Kt Ring

Located in Napoli, IT

This outstanding Diamond and Sapphire ring is mid century, or late Retro 18 Kt white gold, sturdy, well hand constructed mounting quite different and unique The squarish crown raises...

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Mid-20th Century European Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Mid-20th Century 3ct Oval Cut Sapphire Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century 3ct Oval Cut Sapphire Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold

Mid-20th Century 3ct Oval Cut Sapphire Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold

Located in Firenze, IT

Mid-20th century five stone sapphire ring, with graduated oval cut sapphire, approximately 3cts in all, claw set in 18kt yellow gold.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Marquise Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
Mid-Century Marquise Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold

Mid-Century Marquise Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold

Located in Miami, FL

A dazzling expression of mid-century glamour, this bold cocktail ring is crafted in 18K white gold and designed in a floral starburst motif, popular during the 1950s–60s.

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Vintage 1950s English Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century Solid 18K White Gold South Sea Pearl & Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Mid-Century Solid 18K White Gold South Sea Pearl & Sapphire Cocktail Ring

Mid-Century Solid 18K White Gold South Sea Pearl & Sapphire Cocktail Ring

Located in Zurich, CH

A masterpiece of mid-century architectural design, this vintage statement ring centers a magnificent, high-luster South Sea pearl.

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20th Century Swiss Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Mid Century Natural Sapphire & Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Mid Century Natural Sapphire & Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring

Mid Century Natural Sapphire & Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

An exceptionally pretty sapphire and rose cut diamond coronet cluster. The vibrant, bright blue natural and unheated sapphire is rubover set in yellow gold, and is surrounded by four...

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Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Mid Century 5.70 Carat Natural Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
Mid Century 5.70 Carat Natural Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring

Mid Century 5.70 Carat Natural Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

Spectacular. The natural, unheated Ceylon carat oval cut sapphire is mounted in the most beautiful of settings. The stunning and unique handmade mount holds twenty round brilliant cu...

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Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Mid-Century 7.61 Carat Cushion Cut Natural Green Sapphire Ring
Mid-Century 7.61 Carat Cushion Cut Natural Green Sapphire Ring

Mid-Century 7.61 Carat Cushion Cut Natural Green Sapphire Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

Striking, unique and loaded with quality. The large cushion shaped green sapphire – natural and without treatment – is framed by eighteen high white brilliant cut diamonds within a s...

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Mid-20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire

Mid 20th Century Jomaz Blue Sapphire & Clear Rhinestone Costume Cocktail Ring
Mid 20th Century Jomaz Blue Sapphire & Clear Rhinestone Costume Cocktail Ring

Mid 20th Century Jomaz Blue Sapphire & Clear Rhinestone Costume Cocktail Ring

By Jomaz

Located in London, GB

LABEL – Jomaz FABRIC/FIBRE/MATERIAL – Silver colour metal, clear and blue Sapphire rhinestone Weight: Medium to Heavy COLOUR – Silver, Clear, Blue Sapphire DATE – Mid 20th Cen...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Mid-Century 6.50 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring
Mid-Century 6.50 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring

Mid-Century 6.50 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

A grand and impressive statement of a ring. The natural and unheated Ceylon sapphire is deep, glowing blue with clear flashes of indigo. The centre stone is surrounded by fourteen la...

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Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Mid Century 14ct Gold Synthetic Colour Change Sapphire Ring Circa 1960
Mid Century 14ct Gold Synthetic Colour Change Sapphire Ring Circa 1960

Mid Century 14ct Gold Synthetic Colour Change Sapphire Ring Circa 1960

Located in Lancashire, Oldham

A super stylish, large emerald cut purple, synthetic colour-change sapphire singles tone ring dating from circa 1960.

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Mid-20th Century European Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Mid-Century 1.43 Carat Old Cut Diamond and Calibré Cut Sapphire Ring
Mid-Century 1.43 Carat Old Cut Diamond and Calibré Cut Sapphire Ring

Mid-Century 1.43 Carat Old Cut Diamond and Calibré Cut Sapphire Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

Unapologetically bold. The central cushion shaped old cut diamond is white and literally glowing with fire and brilliance. The centre collet is suspended via fine wire work, within a...

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Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

1.44 Carat Diamond Sapphire Platinum Ring
1.44 Carat Diamond Sapphire Platinum Ring

1.44 Carat Diamond Sapphire Platinum Ring

Located in Carmel, CA

An elegant Art Deco ring with a beautifully crafted and elaborately detailed platinum setting. The Old European cut center diamond weighs 1.44 carats and has a channel of sapphire on...

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

.57 Carat Old European Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

.57 Carat Old European Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Carmel, CA

This stunning ring features a .57 carat Old European Cut diamond and 4 square cut sapphires set in an engraved platinum shank. This ring is currently size 8.5 although it may be size...

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1940s Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
1940s Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

1940s Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in New York, NY

sapphire & diamond cocktail ring centering a prong set, oval sapphire cabochon measuring approx. 12.72 x 9.67 x 5.16mm, weighing approx. 6.85ct; framed by twelve, Straight Baguet...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Diamond and Sapphire Ballerina Ring
Diamond and Sapphire Ballerina Ring

Diamond and Sapphire Ballerina Ring

Located in Principaute De Monaco, MC

An incredible diamond and sapphire ballerina ring centered with a marquise cut diamond surrounded by ten round diamonds and almost four carats of tempered baguette sapphires.

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Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Star Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring
Star Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring

Star Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring

Located in Bellevue, WA

This amazing vintage star sapphire cocktail ring features a centered round cabochon cut non-enhanced natural blue star sapphire bezel set into a halo of round brilliant cut diamond a...

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Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pink sapphire and diamond ring

Pink sapphire and diamond ring

Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB

Platinum single stone oval claw set pink sapphire, seventeen stone brilliant & thirteen stone baguette cut diamond circular style cluster ring.

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Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Sapphire band ring in 18 karat gold, blue sapphire
Sapphire band ring in 18 karat gold, blue sapphire

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 ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Post-War Solitaire Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold

GIA Certified 0.70 Carat Madagascar Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring
GIA Certified 0.70 Carat Madagascar Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring

GIA Certified 0.70 Carat Madagascar Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Aurora, Ontario

A classic midcentury design in platinum that continues to be produced today! This ring has a stunning blue sapphire as its main stone, that weighs 0.70ct, which has a GIA origin repo...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Located in Miami, FL

One natural cushion Ceylon sapphire that weighs 1ctw highlights in the center of this unique piece of jewelry. Showing a fine miligrain design, this eye-catching ring is also adorned...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

1930s Diamond Sapphire  Platinum Ring
1930s Diamond Sapphire  Platinum Ring

1930s Diamond Sapphire Platinum Ring

Located in San Francisco, CA

An original 1930s platinum ring with french cut blue sapphires and antique European cut diamonds. The open motif is perfectly crisp and high polished with lovely miligrain to frame t...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Filigree Sapphire Engagement Ring
Vintage Filigree Sapphire Engagement Ring

Vintage Filigree Sapphire Engagement Ring

Located in BALMAIN, NSW

14ct White Gold Ring, narrow, low half round, tapered shank with open back polished finish, stamped (14K). The Ring Contains: One claw set round natural blue sapphire, colour is "m...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold

Striking Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
Striking Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring

Striking Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring

Located in New Orleans, LA

Unusual Sapphire,Diamond,Platinum and 18k gold Retro Ring Size 5.75

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Mid-20th Century French Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

35.00 Carat Star Sapphire Deco Ring
35.00 Carat Star Sapphire Deco Ring

35.00 Carat Star Sapphire Deco Ring

Located in Aventura, FL

Magnificent 35.00 Carat Star Sapphire Platinum Deco Ring set with 20 Diamonds weighing 0.80 Carats.

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum

5.76 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
5.76 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

5.76 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in Bellevue, WA

This magnificent blue sapphire engagement ring features a stunning 5.76 carat round cut natural sapphire with tapered baguette diamond accents. The diamonds grade g-h/vvs2-vs1 and to...

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Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Midcentury 11.00 Carat Star Sapphire Solitaire Ring
Midcentury 11.00 Carat Star Sapphire Solitaire Ring

Midcentury 11.00 Carat Star Sapphire Solitaire Ring

Located in Essex, GB

An impressive star sapphire takes centre stage in this beautifully unique ring. The bright, denim blue sapphire displays a clear asterism and is showcased in an eight claw open colle...

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Mid-20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Stylish Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Ring

Stylish Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Ring

Located in Miami, FL

This gorgeous piece of jewelry was handmade in solid platinum and showcases a central Ascher Cut diamond of G-VS2 quality that weighs 0.75ctw. Showing a fascinating design, this stun...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

1940s Diamond Sapphire White Gold Ring
1940s Diamond Sapphire White Gold Ring

1940s Diamond Sapphire White Gold Ring

Located in Berlin, DE

Set with 3 brilliant-cut diamonds with a total weight of 0,30 carat and 36 sapphires weighing circa 3,40 ct. Mounted in 18 carat white gold. Marked with the purity 18K. Weight: 18,1...

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Mid-20th Century Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Midcentury Natural Colour Change Sapphire Solitaire Ring
Midcentury Natural Colour Change Sapphire Solitaire Ring

Midcentury Natural Colour Change Sapphire Solitaire Ring

Located in Essex, GB

A striking natural colour change sapphire ring. The centre stone – certified as natural and with no heat treatment – displays a bright lilac tone in incandescent light, and sky blue ...

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Mid-20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Antique Victorian Sapphire Trilogy 18 Carat Gold Ring 2 Carat of Sapphires
Antique Victorian Sapphire Trilogy 18 Carat Gold Ring 2 Carat of Sapphires

Antique Victorian Sapphire Trilogy 18 Carat Gold Ring 2 Carat of Sapphires

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This fabulous Victorian trilogy ring boasts stunning rich Blue Sapphires all set in 18ct Yellow Gold. A trilogy of Blue Sapphires sits across the centre of the ring complimenting th...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Carat Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Ring
18 Carat Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Ring

18 Carat Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Ring

Located in Sydney CBD, AU

French Royal Blue Sapphire ring band with Diamonds, 18ct gold, fabulous easy to wear. One 18ct yellow gold ladies cast ring (French Hallmark) featuring one round brilliant-cut roya...

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Mid-20th Century French Modernist Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Retro Blue Sapphire Diamond Gold Starburst Cocktail Ring
Retro Blue Sapphire Diamond Gold Starburst Cocktail Ring

Retro Blue Sapphire Diamond Gold Starburst Cocktail Ring

Located in Bellevue, WA

This stunning cocktail ring features a 1.19 carat oval sapphire center stone surrounded by a starburst of diamond accents. The blue sapphire has a color zone and some green in it, it...

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Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

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Mid Century Sapphire Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate mid century sapphire ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum. You’re likely to find the perfect mid century sapphire ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic mid century sapphire ring over the years, but those made by Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Luigi Ferrara are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and cushion cut versions for sale. When shopping for a mid century sapphire ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Mid Century Sapphire Ring?

Prices for a mid century sapphire ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $350 and can go as high as $299,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,950.

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.