René Boivin Multi-Colored Sapphire Floral Bracelet
By René Boivin
Located in New York, NY
Discover the enchanting beauty of this René Boivin Sapphire Bracelet, a stunning piece that
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Rene Boivin “Feuilles” Ear Clips Circa 1950s
By René Boivin
Located in Weston, MA
Among the most recognizable jewels of Rene Boivin are the sculptural ”Feuille” (leaf form) ear
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
Pair of René Boivin “Etoile de Mer” Sapphire and Tourmaline Brooches
By René Boivin
Located in Weston, MA
One of the most well-known jewels in the world, René Boivin’s original 1937 starfish brooch was
Sapphire, Tourmaline, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
René Boivin Pink Sapphire Tsavorite Garnet Ruby Gold Large Flower Brooch
By René Boivin
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite 18k yellow gold large brooch by René Boivin, featuring pink sapphire flower petals
Garnet, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold
Rene Boivin 18k Gold Retro Double Clip Pin Brooch Vintage Jewelry
By René Boivin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rene Boivin brooches were produced by the brand in a broad spectrum of shapes. There were plaques
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rene Boivin Cabochon Sapphire Diamond ‘Ecailles’ Platinum Ring
By René Boivin
Located in New York, NY
Rene Boivin: A Platinum, Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond ‘Ecailles’ Ring, the bombe ring with a
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Rene Boivin Paris Turquoise Cabochon Sapphire Gold Ring
By René Boivin
Located in Paris, FR
Exquisite ring by Boivin embellished with 18 karat gold, turquoise and sapphires. The mounting is
Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
RENE BOIVIN. A Citrine, Sapphire and Diamond Ring.
By René Boivin
Located in London, GB
rondelles of baguette-cut sapphires each accented with circular-cut diamond terminals, circa 1935
Citrine, Sapphire, Platinum
RENE BOIVIN. A Platinum, White Gold and Sapphire "Ecrou" Clip.
By René Boivin
Located in London, GB
authenticity by Françoise Cailles. Cf. Françoise Cailles, René Boivin Joaillier, les éditions
Sapphire
Panther Earrings from Maison René Boivin
By René Boivin
Located in PARIS, FR
Oval and round sapphires, 18k yellow gold and silver (French marks) earrings Signed R.Boivin Circa
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Rene Boivin Multi-gem Gold Bracelet
By René Boivin
Located in New York, NY
A stunning bracelet like this could only come from the jewelry house of Rene Boivin. It is so
Amethyst, Peridot, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Rene Boivin Wood, 18 Karats Yellow Gold and Gemstones Set
By René Boivin
Located in Geneva, CH
Original set of earrings, ring and bracelet signed by Rene Boivin, made in wood, yellow gold and
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yello...
RENE BOIVIN. A Trio of Gem-Set Diamond Bracelets/Necklace.
By René Boivin
Located in London, GB
Each designed as a series of six cabochon emerald, sapphire or ruby beads respectively, between
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby, Platinum
Rene Boivin Chalcedony and Sapphire Bangle Rene Boivin
Located in New York , NY
Chalcedony & Sapphire Bangle by Rene Boivin circa 1955
René Boivin Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby and Gold Starfish Brooch
By René Boivin
Located in New York, NY
A French 18 karat gold starfish brooch with sapphire, diamond, emerald and ruby by René Boivin. The
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Rene Boivin Diamond, Sapphire & Yellow Gold Flower Brooch
By René Boivin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
French chic and feminine flower brooch created by Rene Boivin. Made of yellow gold and studded with
RENE BOIVIN. A Sapphire 'Nid D'Abeilles' Ring.
By René Boivin
Located in London, GB
Cailles. Cf: Francoise Cailles, Rene Boivin, Les éditions de l'amateur, P.285 for a bracelet and pair
Sapphire, 18k Gold
RENE BOIVIN A Pair of Rock Crystal and Sapphire Cufflinks
By René Boivin
Located in London, GB
Each terminal designed as a carved rock crystal square centering on four calibre-cut sapphires
Sapphire, Rock Crystal
RENE BOIVIN Gem-Set Yellow Gold Brooch
By René Boivin
Located in London, GB
Designed as a curving leaf, embellished with curling tendrils, accented with circular-cut gem stones, Circa 1938, French assay marks for 18ct gold, French maker's mark for the atelie...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
René Boivin, Bouquet de Violettes Brooch, Multi-Gems
By René Boivin
Located in Paris, IDF
A 750/000 yellow gold René Boivin "Bouquet de Violettes" brooch. The bouquet is composed with
Amethyst, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
RENE BOIVIN Rare ‘Feuilles de Lilas’ Multi Gem Gold Spray Pin
By René Boivin
Located in London, GB
A ‘Feuilles de Lilas’ gold brooch set with citrines, amethysts, peridots and sapphires, signed René
Citrine, Amethyst, Peridot, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Boivin brooch Yellow Gold and Platinum Square Diamonds and Sapphires
By René Boivin
Located in Ebene, MU
A Yellow gold and Platinum René Boivin brooch set with 38 old square cut diamonds and 15 calibré
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
$637Sale Price|53% Off
W 0.55 in L 1.3 in
14K Yellow Gold Shepherd Hoop Earrings with Yellow Topaz & Emeralds
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Exude elegance and sophistication with these stunning 14 Karat Yellow Gold Shepherd Hoop Earrings. These luxurious earrings feature a beautifully crafted design, perfect for adding a...
Emerald, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Low Back Silk Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous off white silk dress from Christian Dior 2012 collection. It has a full skirt, waistband and 2 straps crossing the back attaching to the dress with hidden buttons. The dr...
$1,100Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.01 in W 0.79 in D 0.88 in L 2.01 in
14k Gold Dangle Earrings with White Akoya Pearls
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
These pearl earrings are the new power pearls - definitely NOT your grandmother's pearls. They are Medium Spiral Dangle Earrings from the Orbit collection in 14k spirals with a 20 ga...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Spray Diamond Platinum Necklace and Earrings Set
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Diamond Necklace & Earrings Set by Tiffany & Co. Part of TIffany & Co's Spray Collection. With 1Necklace: 299 Round Brilliant cut diamonds VVS clarity, G color total weight...
Diamond, Platinum
Hermès New Birkin 30 Gris Grizzly
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès collectible and rare Birkin bag, 30cm, grizzly limited edition. Gris caillou grizzly and gris meyer swift, palladium hardware. New unworn condition.. Handle drop, 4"L. Comes w...
2023 Birkin 25 navy crocodile
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermès Birkin 25 crocodile retourné delivered in its original Hermès dust bag and box Condition: never worn Made in France Material: porosus crocodile leather Interior: smooth navy b...
Moschino Trompe L'oeil Brick Print Dress 1990s
By Moschino Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A clever simple sleeveless dress from Moschino Couture in a Trompe l'oeil brick print. It is sleeveless, with a crew neckline and is covered in the brick print. It is fully lined an...
Hermès Gris Misty Mini Kelly 20 Sellier Epsom Electrum Hardware
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers an The Hermès Gris Misty Mini Kelly 20 Sellier in Epsom leather that is a rare blend of soft elegance and modern edge. Finished with striking electrum hardwa...
JOHN GALLIANO 2006 Vintage Pink Floral Skirt Set
By John Galliano
Located in Leonardo, NJ
John Galliano Vintage SS06 2 pieces Pink floral skirt set Tee shirt top is cotton and elastane Skirt is cotton and feels like a denim Skirt has side zip Size Small Excellent conditio...
NEW Christian Louboutin Bolcheva 120 Fringe Over The Knee Pointed Toe Boots 38.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
NEW Christian Louboutin Bolcheva 120 Fringe Over The Knee Pointed Toe Boots 38.5 Color Black Size 38.5 Heel Height 120mm Suede upper Signature red leather sole Pointed toe Hidden s...
Sonia Rykiel Black and Pink Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
By Sonia Rykiel
Located in Atlanta, GA
These chic French fashion designer Sonia Rykiel Paris dangling clip-on earrings feature a geometric shape with a black acrylic or resin disk complemented by a dimensional triangle re...
Chanel 1998 Vintage Blue Denim Square Mini Flap Bag 24k GHW 68466
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68466 This Chanel 1998 Vintage Blue Denim Square Mini Flap Bag 24k GHW is another vintage collector's staple - from a later 90s era style with the petite CCs, a deep med...
Stunning 12ct Round Briolette Cut Prasiolite Drop Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bijoux Num 12ct Round Briolette Cut Prasiolite Drop Vermeil Earrings These stunning pair of earrings features top quality round briolette-cut pastel green prasiolite (6ct each, 12ct...
Amethyst, Quartz, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Enamel Violet Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau Enamel Violet Brooch from the turn of the 20th Century. Lovely, realistically rendered handmade brooch with vibrant green and pearl white enamel with natural pearl. 1900...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Rare Cartier Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Retractable Pencil Watch, 1920's
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier rare and unusual Art Deco period 14K yellow gold retractable pencil watch 1920's Sleek and elegant, rectangular ribbed gold case, watch set in the upper part, tapered arrow s...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$26,900
H 2.09 in W 0.67 in
Victorian 8.80 C. Natural Untreated Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian period Diamond and Sapphire earrings, 1880 ca Hand fabricated in solid 18 KT gold topped by silver Exquisitely designed in a double cluster for an amazing visual impact The...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
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.