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1.37 Carat Pink Sapphire 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A most elegant natural pink sapphire 3 stone engagement ring. The ever-popular trinity design
Category

1990s Neoclassical Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Natural 4.28ct Asscher Cut Purple Spinel and Pink Sapphire 3-Stone Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A unique color combination. Here is a superb Asscher cut Spinel and hot pink sapphire 3 stone
Category

2010s Hong Kong Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Spinel, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.36ctw Diamond and Pink Sapphire 3 Stone Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 7
Located in McLeansville, NC
Make a statement with this exquisite 1.36ctw Diamond and Pink Sapphire 3 Stone Ring. Expertly
Category

Early 2000s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Natural Pink Sapphire 3-Stone Diamond Ring
By Hand Made
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Peach Sapphire 3-Stone Ring. The enchanting center stone, measuring 5.88x5.05x3.77mm, radiates
Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

2.50ct Diamond (Triple X) & Pink Sapphire 3-Stone Trilogy Ring in Platinum 950.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
setting, flanked by 2 Natural Pink Sapphires of 0.40ct each approx., (4.3mm in diameter) well-matched
Category

2010s Australian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Pink Sapphire Diamond 3-Stone Ring
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Three perfect ovals, expertly mounted in platinum, make up this classic ring. Vivid pink sapphire
Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Emerald Cut 11.42 Carat Peridot, Pink Sapphire and Diamond Euro Shank Band Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 7.5 Bright, bold and beautiful peridot and pink sapphire 3 stone cocktail ring with
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

3-Stone Natural Pink Sapphire Ring in Platinum
By Hannaboya
Located in Lanham, MD
Custom Order 3-Stone Natural Pink Sapphire Ring in Platinum This meticulously crafted ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.31 Carat 3-Stone Natural Pink Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring
By Hand Made
Located in Los Angeles, CA
precious moments. Center Stone: 1.31 Carat, natural no heat pink sapphire. Center Stone Measurements: 6.26
Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite and Diamond 3 Stone Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Pink Sapphire - 1.03 Carats Diamond - 0.62 Carat Tanzanite - 3.71 Carat 18KT Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Gold

Shreve, Crump & Low 6.22 Carat Oval Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond 3-Stone Ring
By Shreve, Crump & Low
Located in Boston, MA
This sapphire and diamond 3-stone ring is offered by Shreve, Crump & Low. This oval cut pink
Category

2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.54 Carat 3-Stone Natural Pink Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring
By Hand Made
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our exquisite 14K Rose Gold 3-Stone GIA Radiant Cut Peach Sapphire Ring, a mesmerizing
Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

GIA Certified 3.2 Carat No Heat Pink Sapphire Oval and Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Miami, FL
: 4.39 Grams Size: 6 Center Stone Details: Type: Sapphire Color: Pink Carat: 3.20 Cut: Oval Setting: 4
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

2.08 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond 3-Stone Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic stylish 3-stone gemstone platinum ring featuring a fine vivid pink sapphire! The sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

1.04 Carat Oval Pink Sapphire Loose Unset Engagement 3-Stone Ring Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This sparkling cherry blossom pink sapphire will make a gorgeous ring or pendant! Weighing 1.04
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire

Natural Pink Sapphire Bracelets 3 sets asscher cut stone For Fine Jewelry gems
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Pink Sapphire 3 Set For Bracelets asscher cutstone For Fine Jewellery gem Size & Weight : 3.00 MM
Category

2010s Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pink Sapphire

New African 3-Stone 3.60 Ct Pink Sapphire Rose Gold Plated Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
3 oval cut stones are 7 x 5 mm and are surrounded by diamond cut pastel pink sapphire stones. They
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Rose Gold

NEW Platinum 2.01ctw GIA NO HEAT Pink Sapphire & Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a truly breathtaking sapphire and diamond three stone engagement ring, that is
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.39 Carat 3-Stone Oval Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Hand Made
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Indulge in the enchanting beauty of our GIA-certified 14K Rose Gold 3-Stone Oval Pink Sapphire
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage GIA 1.05 carat Burma no heat pink sapphire 14k yellow gold 3 stone ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This romantic vintage Edwardian-style ring features a GIA-certified no-heat Burmese pink sapphire
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

New 3-Stone 4.1 Ct Pastel Sapphire & Diamond Cut Sapphire YGold Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
pastel sapphires in Peach, Purple and Blue. The 3 oval cut stones are 6.8 x 6 mm and total 4.10 carats
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold Plate, Sil...

GIA Certified 1.92 Natural Pink Sapphire Three Stone Diamond Ring
By Hand Made
Located in Los Angeles, CA
natural, no heat purple-pink sapphire. Center Stone Measurements: 7.03-7.17 x 4.97mm Accent Stones: 2 pear
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Carrera y Carrera Gardenia Diamonds and Sapphires White Gold Pendant
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
-shaped pendant which decorated with a pink Sapphire main stone, 3 Diamonds, and 20 small light pink and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Pink Sapphire 3, Stone Ring GRS Certified
Located in Great Neck, NY
Pink Sapphire Stone - 7.03ct Diamonds - 0.75ct Ring Metal - 18k white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gorgeous 3, Stone Pink Sapphire Ring w/ White Diamonds
Located in Great Neck, NY
Pink Sapphire - 4.04ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Luxurious 3 Stone Pink Sapphire And Half Moon Diamonds Ring - GIA certified
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful 3 Stone Pink Sapphire Ring. Stones are from Sri Lanka, and design is based off of modern
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

3-Stone Pink Sapphire Ring with White Cushion Diamonds and Diamond on the Shanks
Located in New York, NY
Style: 3 Stone Pink Sapphire Ring With white cushion diamonds and diamond on the shanks Metal
Category

2010s Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in East Grinstead, GB
emerald cut pink sapphire & emerald cut diamond 3 stone ring. Central emerald cut pink sapphire with an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond 3-Stone Yellow Gold Three-Stone Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine natural pink sapphire & diamond three stone ring. 0.52 carat sapphire with a stunning vivid
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...

GIA Certified Classic Pink Sapphire & Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Taking center stage of this pink sapphire engagement ring is a 2.72 carat antique chunk of a
Category

2010s American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

ART DECO PINK SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND 3 STONE RING
Located in San Antonio, TX
3 Stone ring centering a 3.32 carat cushion-cut natural, unheated,pink sapphire (GIA cert#212011169
Category

English Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond

Orangy Pink Sapphire Oval and White Diamond 3-Stone Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous orangy pink sapphire oval weighing 2.38 ct. with 0.26 ct. of good quality, white, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum

0.87ctw Pink Sapphire Diamond Halo 3-Stone Ring 14k White Gold Size 6.5
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Sapphires - Total Carats - 0.72ctw Cut - Princess Brilliant Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pink Sapphire Diamond 2.10 Carat Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite "Emerald Shape Pink Sapphire weighing 1.92 carat and Diamond weighing
Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

AGL 3.03 Carat No Heat Pink Sapphire Diamond 3-Stone White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A super RARE find from our Estate Color Stone Collection! IMPORTANT Piece! An Amazing VIVID Pink
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari Sapphire Stone 18 Karat Necklace Which Converts to 3 Bracelets
By Bulgari
Located in Aspen, CO
Bulgari multi color sapphire stones set in 18K. This 18K yellow gold piece can be worn as 3
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring, 3.13 Carats with Oval Diamonds, GIA Certified
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous 3-stone pink sapphire and diamond ring features a 3.13 carat, bright pink oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 2.59 Ct. Natural Pink Sapphire 3-Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
By Hand Made
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Celebrate your love with our stunning 14K White Gold 3-Stone GIA Certified Cushion Cut Pink
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Three-Stone Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous 3 stone pink sapphire and diamond ring in 18k white gold. The ring is centred with an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

3 Stone Blue Topaz, Pink Sapphire, & Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
are in a unique chess cut. The topaz are surrounded by a frame of pink sapphire with white diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold...

Set in 18 Karat White Gold, GRS Certified Pink and Yellow Sapphire 3-Stone Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A classic GRS certified pink and yellow sapphire 3 stone ring with diamonds set in 18K gold. The
Category

2010s Hong Kong Classical Roman Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Pink Sapphire Diamond 2.10 Carat Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite "Emerald Shape Pink Sapphire weighing 1.92 carat and Diamond weighing
Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

1.10 Carat Oval Pink Sapphire Loose Unset Engagement 3-Stone Ring Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This sparkling bubblegum pink sapphire has rich color that will make a stunning ring or pendant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire

2.95 Ct. Pink Sapphire Oval GIA, Unset 3-Stone Engagement Ring or Pendant Gem
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pretty colored sapphire has a salmon pink hue and weighs 2.95 carats. It is oval shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire

New Multi-Colored 3-Stone 3.9 Ct Pink Pastel Sapphire RGold Plated Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
sapphires surrounding the 3 stones. The ring is sizeable at your local jeweler. I do not resize the rings
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Green Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Sterl...

Unheated 1.97 Orchid Purple Sapphire Oval GIA, Loose 3-Stone Engagement Gem
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
classic 3-stone ring or engagement ring. It is very brilliant and sparkly and free from eye visible
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire

Faceted Pink Sapphire Gold Drop Earrings
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
Pink Sapphire smooth and faceted stones (3-5mm each) hanging on 18 karat yellow gold links and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Banksy Inspired Girl with Balloons Earrings studs.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
mm each stone, 0.20 ct total, transparent, round cut. 2 pink sapphires, 3 mm each stone, 0.20 ct
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Garnet, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Certified Natural Pink Sapphire 3-Stone Ring with Diamonds
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA Certified Ring Natural Pink Sapphire (No Treatment) - 4.10 ct White diamond - 0.75ct White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Pink Sapphire/Oval Diamond 3-Stone Platinum Ring #17492
Located in Great Neck, NY
1 Pink Sapphire (Oval) 4.05ct 2 Diamonds (Oval) 1.18ct Platinum Ring 3 Stone
Category

Antique 1730s Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

3-Stone Pink Sapphire/White Diamond Engagement Ring, 18 Carat
Located in Great Neck, NY
3 Stones (2 white diamonds, 1 pink sapphire), engagement ring, cushion cut, 18k white gold
Category

Antique 16th Century American Hellenistic Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

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Pink Sapphire 3 Stone For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate pink sapphire 3 stone for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 66 vintage or 190 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect pink sapphire 3 stone may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing pink sapphire 3 stone — no matter the origin — is easy, but Royaal Stones Ltd, Meghna Jewels and David Gross Group each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cushion cut and round cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a pink sapphire 3 stone, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Pink Sapphire 3 Stone?

The price for a pink sapphire 3 stone starts at $660 and tops out at $985,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $5,600.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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.