Spectra Fine Jewelry 19.80 Carat Cornflower Blue Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
A true statement of refined elegance, this spectacular ring from Spectra Fine Jewelry showcases a breathtaking 19.80ct oval Ceylon sapphire, certified by GRS as natural and unheated.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 10.12 Ct Royal Blue Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Plantation, FL
A commanding three-stone ring centering a GIA-certified 10.12-carat oval Ceylon (Sri Lankan) sapphire, framed by a pair of bright half-moon diamonds in a clean platinum mount.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 14.85 Carat Ceylon No Heat Yellow Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A true celebration of rarity and radiance, this exquisite ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and showcases a GIA-certified oval-cut yellow sapphire of remarkable vibrancy.
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Morganite, Ceylon Blue Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Morganite & Blue Sapphires Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Blue Sapphire, Morganite, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 2.80 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Sapphire and Diamonds ring in a contemporary design, so elegant and refined style . Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of color and sophistication on yourse...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$5,811Sale Price|20% Off
White Gold Engagement Ring with Ceylon Sapphire and 56 Diamonds
Located in Vannes, FR
White Gold Engagement Ring with Ceylon Sapphire and 56 diamonds French Collection by Mesure et Art du Temps. Engagement ring in 18 carat white gold. The ring is surmounted by a Cush...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s 2.82 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and 1.95 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive Ceylon sapphire ring with diamonds has been crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
14.89 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring, GIA Certified No-Heat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking cocktail ring featuring a 14.89-carat oval blue sapphire. The sapphire displays a vivid blue hue. Encircling the centerpiece are round diamonds totaling 1.62 carats, offer...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Natural Ceylon Sapphire 7.20ct Diamond Halo Ring in 18K Gold, GIA
Located in OVIEDO, AS
A magnificent natural blue sapphire and diamond ring of exceptional gemological distinction.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Gubelin Certified 6.45 Carat Ceylon No Heat Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
This exquisite ring features a stunning Gubelin-certified 6.45 carat Ceylon no-heat vivid blue sapphire, set in an elegant platinum mount , flanked by an array of dazzling white diam...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
AIG Certified 7.40 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 2.90 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of color and sophistication on your look. Magnificent ring come in 18k Gold with a lustrous Ceylon Sapphire of 7,40 carats , in spect...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Platinum 2.25ct Diamond and Ceylon Sapphire Flower Ring MF29-021826
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
The 2mm band utilizes collared shoulders that split to provide a stable, open-work foundation for the centerpiece.In estate condition, this Platinum 2.25 ct Diamond and 2.87 ct Ceylo...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Ceylon sapphire and diamond three stone ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with a weight of 8.87 carats, flanked...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural No-Heat Sri Lanka Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Dover Jewelry
Located in Miami, FL
Gemstones: 1 Natural, No Heat Treatment, Ceylon Sapphire, Oval Cut, Transparent, Sri Lanka Origin, 16.17 Carats, 16.41 x 12.43 x 8.66 mm, Bezel Set. 32 Natura...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Flanked Solitaire Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Ceylon sapphire and diamond flanked solitaire ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
AGL Certified 9.12 Carat Ceylon No Heat Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring-Dent
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
This exquisite ring features a truly rare AGL-certified 9.12 carat Ceylon no-heat vivid blue sapphire, set in an elegant platinum mount , flanked by an array of dazzling white diamon...
White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Blue Ceylon Sapphire 11.23 Carats Diamond Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The blue Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring features a magnificent oval faceted 11.23 carat blue Ceylon sapphire of intense and crystalline “Madonna blue” color.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,000Sale Price|50% Off
Certified 18K White Gold 2.29ct Ceylon Blue Sapphire & 0.57ct Diamond Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Product Details: Metal: 18k Solid Gold Metal Color: White Gold Blue Sapphire: Natural, blue, oval cut, standard heat treatment, 2.26 carats Diamonds: Natural, marquise cut, VS-SI2,...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$70,400Sale Price|20% Off
Gübelin Certified 4.68 Carat No Heat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant blue sapphire and diamond halo ring centered with a 4.68 carat natural oval sapphire certified by Gübelin.
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
10 Carat Vivid Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A STUNNING ring! Certified, 10.02 carat Ceylon Vivid Blue oval sapphire.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified Untreated 7 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
✨ Center Stone: Natural Sapphire, approx. ___ carats (insert exact weight) Origin: Sri Lanka (Ceylon) Treatment: None (Unheated) Color: Vivid Blue Shape: Oval Certification: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Style Natural Ceylon No-Heat Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco style natural Ceylon no-heat sapphire and diamond ring in platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
AIG Certified 7.40 Blue Ceylon Sapphire 3.80 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent ring come in 18k gold with a Natural Blue Ceylon Sapphire, adorable cornflower color, extra fine grade and quality, fully transparent , in perfect oval cut , of 7,40 car...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Toi et Moi, Bypass Ring, 2.65ct, 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Toi et Moi Bypass Ring 18K White Gold Elegant sapphire and diamond Toi et Moi ring crafted in solid 18K white gold, featuring two vibrant oval cut Ceylon blu...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White G...
18K Gold Flower Ring with 3.80 Ct Ceylon Sapphire & 1.50 Ct Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
So exquisite flower design in 18k gold with Ceylon blue Sapphire ct 3,80, vibrant color, only common heated , and round brilliant cut and baguettes cut diamonds ct 1,50 F/VS. Handma...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ceylon Blue Sapphire and Baguette Cut Diamond Cocktail 14k Yellow Gold Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Centering a 0.89 Carat Oval-Cut Ceylon (Sri Lanka) Blue Sapphire, accented by Baguette-Cut Diamonds, and set in 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow ...
2.51ct Ceylon Sapphire and 0.24ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage French 2.51 carat Ceylon sapphire and 0.24 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set cocktail ring; part of our fine collection of ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald, Ceylon Blue Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Blue Sapphire & Emerald Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
GIA Certified Unheated Ceylon 8cts Purple Sapphire with Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unheated Purple Sapphire 8.66 carats with Diamond 1.87 carats Ring set in Platinum 950 Settings (GIA & GIT Certified) Width: 2.0 cm Length: 1.3 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 13.5...
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian 1.80 Ct Certified Purple Ceylon Sapphire 2.0 Ct Diamond Navette ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Can easily resize A rare and unique for age and quality gemstone, Natural No Heat Sapphires are very limited in the marked and rare nature gift Metal: 18 Kt yellow gold, tested Hall...
Diamond, Sapphire
18K White Gold 10.67 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Cabochon Diamond Ring
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Claris-A offers this 18k white gold natural unheated Sri Lankan (Ceylon) blue sapphire cabochon and diamond ring, centered by an oval blue sapphire cabochon weighing 10.67 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 4.42ctw GIA Ceylon Sapphire w/ Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Elongated Oval Cut - Prong Set - Great Blue Color - Clean - Heated - Ceylon - 3.67ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Compl...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$20,039Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Blue Ceylon Sapphire White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has a 6.51 Carats Natural No Treated Certified Oval Cut Blue Ceylon Sapphire.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry GRS Certified 5.38 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Certified by GRS, the oval sapphire radiates a rich glow that is beautifully framed by a pavé of shimmering white diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.90 Carat Ceylon Yellow Sapphire and 0.28 Carat Diamond 10k White Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 3.90 carat Oval Ceylon yellow sapphire and 0.28 carat diamond, 10 karat white gold dress / engagement ring; an addition to our sapphire jewelr...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, White Gold
Edwardian Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, English, circa 1915
Located in London, GB
Edwardian Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
9.66 Carat Pink Ceylon Sapphire Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
Extraordinary, highly saturated color defines the 9.66-carat oval pink sapphire presented in this ring. Accompanied by its AGL report confirming its prestigious Ceylon origin, the ge...
Pink Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.29 carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire & Diamond Halo Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
A stunning and sparkling, blue sapphire and diamond halo ring, set in a classic and timeless princess halo platinum setting. Specifications: Weight of Sapphire: 1.29 carats Diamon...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
AIG Certified 3.05 Carats Ceylon Sapphire. 2.82 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An impressive piece, very sophisticated style, particular and unique design by Italian jewelry designer. Ring come in 18K gold with a Natural Ceylon Sapphire, extra fine grade and q...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 3.05 Carats Ceylon Sapphire. 2.82 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An impressive piece, very sophisticated style, particular and unique design by Italian jewelry designer. Ring come in 18K gold with a Natural Ceylon Sapphire, extra fine grade and q...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 3.52 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 0.60 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 3.52 carat unheated Ceylon sapphire and 0.60 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery collections.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$176,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 13 Carat No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Blue Sapphire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Gemstone enthusiasts, prepare to be captivated by the rare and mesmerizing beauty of this Natural Sapphire from Sri Lanka. Weighing an impressive 13 carats, this sapphire exhibits a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Ceylon Sapphire 9.00 and Diamond 1.40ct 18K Gold Ring by Nikabell
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent ring come in 18k gold with lustrous Ceylon Sapphire of 9 Ct in perfect oval shape, delicate vibrant color, common heated, and 2 pieces of Diamonds of 0,70 + 0,70 carats ,...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$96,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 13.89 Carat Unheated Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A True Collector’s Gem: 13.89-Carat Unheated Ceylon Blue Sapphire Ring Discover a gemstone of extraordinary rarity and beauty: this 13.89-carat unheated blue sapphire from Ceylon, a...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 3 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and 2.38 Carat Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning and impressive vintage French 3 carat Ceylon sapphire and 2.38 carat diamond, 18 carat white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
5.98 Carat No-Heat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking ring certified by GIA Laboratory originating from Sri Lanka and no-heat treatment! It features an oval blue sapphire, weighing 5.98 carats, with a deep blue hue. This sapp...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
AGL Certified Buccellati 3.89 Carat Ceylon No Heat Sapphire & Diamond Ring
By Buccellati
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
From the esteemed Italian house of Buccellati, this exquisite ring is a masterwork of craftsmanship and design, meticulously handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. At its center glows a...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3.93 Carat Blue Ceylon UNHEATED Sapphire Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Center Stone: Natural Ceylon (Sri Lankan) Blue Sapphire Treatment: No Heat (Unheated, GIA Certified) Shape/Cut: Oval Sapphire Weight: 3.93 Carats Accent Stones: Round Brilliant-Cut D...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$96,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5.21 Carat Blue Ceylon UNHEATED Sapphire Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
an extraordinary piece featuring a stunning 5.21-carat oval blue sapphire, beautifully set in platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Blue Ceylon Sapphire 8.19 Carats Diamond Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The blue Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring features a splendid oval faceted blue Ceylon sapphire (8.19 carats) surrounded by a crown of especially cut tapered baguette diamonds (1.78 ...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Y...
Victorian GIA 6.04 carat Ceylon sapphire diamond 9k gold silver cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This extraordinary Victorian sapphire and diamond cluster ring is a remarkable antique jewel from the 1900’s, centered by a GIA-certified oval cut sapphire weighing 6.04 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
GIA Certified 3cts Ceylon Blue Sapphire with Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ceylon Blue Sapphire 3.92 carats with Diamond 0.45 carat Ring set in Platinum 950 Settings (GIA Certified) Width: 1.1 cm Length: 1.3 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 7.44 grams "We...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$337,320Sale Price|60% Off
NWT $843, 300 18KT Gold Rare Large 20CT 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 Sapphire Diamond Ring. Ring consists of a Rare Fine Magnificent Rare Natural...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold
Gübelin Certified 10ct Unheated Ceylon Sapphire Ring, Victorian-Edwardian Style
Located in London, GB
An impressive unheated Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring, centred with a substantial oval-shaped sapphire weighing 10.04 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2.39 Carat Natural, Unheated, Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring 2.393 Carat Natural Sapphire and 0.56 Carats Diamond Accents set in Platinum. Sapphires have extraordinary durability - they excel in hardness as well as t...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1.52ct Vivid Cornflower Blue Ceylon Sapphire And Diamond 18k Gold Cluster Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Vivid Cornflower Blue Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond 18k White & Yellow Gold Cluster Ring. 1.52 Carat total.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White G...
Set in 18K white Gold, Ceylon Multi Sapphires & Diamonds Band Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Multi Sapphires Band Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.95 ct Oval Cut Ceylon Blue Sapphire Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:6.558g,D:1.42ct, Sapp:6.95ct, US-7
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
$23,200Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 3.70 Carat Ceylon Royal Blue Sapphire Half Moon Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite platinum ring features a captivating 3.70-carat natural sapphire, certified by GRS as vivid blue (GRS type "royal blue") with no indications of thermal treatment. The ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire
Unheated Natural Sapphire 4.13 ct Ring in 18K White Gold with Diamonds, Ceylon
Located in Roma, IT
This exceptional ring features a stunning 4.13 carat natural sapphire of Sri Lankan origin, certified by GRS with no indication of thermal treatment. The sapphire is cushion-cut, dis...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
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.
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 rings, vintage 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.
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