Citrine Diamond Yellow-Sapphire Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Made in 18k yellow gold. Ring Size 6.5
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Citrine Diamond Yellow-Sapphire Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Made in 18k yellow gold. Ring Size 6.5
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Blue Sapphire Gold Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Crafted in elegant 14K gold, this refined ring showcases a captivating natural blue sapphire accented by two brilliant-cut natural diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Lauren Harper Multicolored Sapphires Gold Drop Earrings
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
These dazzling colorful sapphire baguettes set in 18kt gold are a perfect finishing touch to any outfit.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
GIA Certified Natural Sapphire Gold Dome Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade yellow gold high dome ruby 3-D earrings. GIA certified, 2 round pink/red sapphires with 42 round pink/red natural sapphires set in 14k yellow gold dome settings.
Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$2,925Sale Price|55% Off
1940s Tiffany Square Cut Sapphire Gold Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Cufflinks Metal Purity: 14K Metal: Yellow Gold Main Stone: Sapphire (Square Cut 4mm) Weight: 1.40 carats Approximately And Pouch
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Sapphire Gold Plated Sterling Silver Statement Necklace
Located in Oslo, 03
Designed and hand-selected by a GIA Graduate Gemologist, this statement bib necklace gathers a full spectrum of natural multi-color sapphires — soft blues, greens, plums, and warm pi...
Sapphire, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
38.77 Carat Yellow Sapphire Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
18k gold bangle bracelet, decorate with 38.77 carats in yellow sapphires.
Yellow Sapphire, Gold
1.89ct Diamond 1.00ct Sapphire Gold Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This is a charming pair of 14k white gold drop earrings. The earrings feature 2 large sparkling round cut diamonds that weigh approximately 0.94ct.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Larter & Sons Natural Sapphire Gold Oval Cufflinks
By Larter & Sons
Located in Stamford, CT
Larter & Sons 1940-1950 oval machined cufflinks with certified natural no heat Sapphires. Extra fine color. 2 natural no heat no enhancements blue natural Sapphires, approx. total...
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Paris 1960s Diamond Sapphire Gold Earrings
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage 1960s 18k gold earrings by Boucheron Paris, set with blue sapphires and approx. 0.60ctw G/VS diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Magnificent Gem Kunzite Sapphire gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A delicious cocktail ring from Omi Privé, the 12.39 carat pink kunzite surrounded with rose-cut ombré sapphires shading from pink to rose to lavender, accented with blue sapphires, t...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Kunzite, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cabochon and Round Sapphire Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely accent to any outfit! This gold ring features both smooth cabochon shaped sapphires along with round-brilliant cut blue sapphires.
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Krementz .60 Carat Sapphire Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Retro Krementz Art Deco flower flower brooch. 14k Rose, green, and yellow gold with 1 cabochon sapphire. 5 rose leaves, 3 green leaves and yellow stems. 1 genuine cabochon Sapphir...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
.94 Carat Sapphire Gold Wedding Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire wedding band ring. 11 square channel set sapphires in a 14k yellow gold setting. 11 square cut sapphires. approx. total weight. .94cts Size: 6.5 and sizable 14k yellow gol...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Citrine Orange Sapphire Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The rest of the ring is studded with 5.44 carats of orange sapphire which accent the center gemstone. Set in 18k yellow gold this cocktail ring will make a statement.
Citrine, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst Diamond Sapphire Gold Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Made in 18k rose gold and ready to be worn. Length: 3 inches Weight: 16 grams
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Fine Aquamarine Diamond Sapphire Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is framed in 18k white gold with diamonds and blue sapphires set around it.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Tourmaline Bead and Sapphire Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A unique bead necklace with spherical (round) beads of yellow tourmaline with good clarity and perfectly matched; accented with an oxidized gold clasp set with yellow sapphires. The ...
Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
1900s Cameo Cabochon Sapphire Gold Frame Brooch
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
The cameo brooch was made in the early 1900s. It has a cabochon sapphire set in the top of the frame, and one hanging from the bottom of the frame. On the reverse side is a wire so t...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Flexible Diamond Tsavorite Sapphire Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Hand fabricated in 18k gold, this piece will make a great addition to any collection.
Diamond, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Pink Sapphire Gold Orchid Pin Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It features 1.50 carats of pink sapphire in various shades to made up the orchid lips.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Colleen B. Rosenblat amber sapphire gold earrings
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant drop earrings with beautiful amber 17.01 ct and at the top are 24 yellow sapphires embedded with a weight of 22.33 ct. The bottom part is detachable and the upper part can be...
Amber, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Claris-A Black Star Sapphire Gold Ring
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Together, the sapphires have a combined weight of 7.85 carats, giving the piece a striking yet refined presence.
Star Sapphire, Black Star, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
3.13 Carat Diamond Sapphire Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring is set with an EGL certified round cut diamond that weighs 3.13ct. and is graded J-K color with Si1 clarity. The center stone is accentuated by approximately 2.00ct French ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
19th-Century Sapphire & Gold Silk Chapan
Located in 中央区, JP
This mid-19th-century silk chapan coat showcases the refined textile artistry of Central Asia. Its exterior is woven from a vivid sapphire-blue silk brocade enriched with metallic th...
Metallic Thread
Elizabeth Locke Mabe Pearl Sapphire Gold Brooch
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in New York, NY
The brooch is made of 18K yellow gold and Large Blue Mabe Pearl finished with two oval cabochon Sapphire.
Blue Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Corals Diamond and Blue Sapphire Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Delightful and fashion ring in 14kt yellow gold composed of a fancy design of corals, with a central diamond surrounded of blue sapphires.
Coral, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
55.00 Carat Multi-Color Briolette Sapphire Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
This 18k white gold necklace features 55 briolette cut sapphires in shades of blue, pink, yellow, and green approximately 55.00 carats with a chain length of 16.25 inches.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
2.03 Carat Round Cut Sapphire Gold Stackable Bands
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The total carat weight and number of pieces in the 3 bands is 27 Sapphires that weigh 2.03 Carats. These 3 bands are made in 14K White, Yellow and Rose Gold and have a total weight ...
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Whi...
1.13 Carat Diamond Sapphire Gold Scalloped Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond and sapphire 18k gold engagement ring. Oval cut diamond center stone bezel set and accented by pear shape blue sapphires on each side with extra fine quality round brilliant ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Sapphire Gold Bead Necklace, Handcrafted Fine Jewelry
Located in Westport, CT
The color shifts from soft rose to deeper pink depending on the stone. 18K gold beads spaced through. Pink sapphire faceted rondelles, 3.2mm x 5.7mm (Sri Lanka) 18K gold bead, 3mm x...
Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
$3,885 / item
CTW 8 Natural Blu Sapphire Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Napoli, NA
Fabulous important brand new bracelet made in solid 9 kt yellow gold and set with 7,80 Carats of vivid rose cut Natural Blu Sapphires, weighing 0.17 carat each (3.4 mm).
Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold
Pink Sapphire Gold Flower Studs by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Designed by award winning jewelry designer, Lauren Harper, these beautiful pink and white sapphire flower studs are finished in 18kt yellow gold.
Pink Sapphire, Gold
$10,855Sale Price|50% Off
Opal Pink Sapphires Gold Ring Promise Wedding Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Modern in design and showcasing an array of stunning bright colors, this exquisite brightly polished 18K gold ring is the ultimate selection for engagement or other celebratory occas...
Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,570 / item
CTW 11 Natural Blu Sapphire Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Napoli, NA
Fabulous important brand new bracelet made in solid 9 kt yellow gold and set with 10.65 Carats of vivid rose cut Natural Blu Sapphires, weighing 0.25 carat each (4,0 mm).
Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold
$3,199 / item
CTW 6 Natural Blu Sapphire Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Napoli, NA
Fabulous important brand new bracelet made in solid 9 kt yellow gold and set with 6.00 Carats of vivid rose cut Natural Blu Sapphires, weighing 0.10 carat each (3.4 mm).
Sapphire, Gold
Antique Circa 14th Century Medieval sapphire gold ring
Located in London, GB
Medieval sapphire ring. An impressive ring, set with a cabochon natural unenhanced sapphire in a closed back rubover setting, to a drop shape collet, the base inscribed 'MARIA + ADIV...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Sapphire Gold Snake Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare Van Cleef & Arpels vintage gold bracelet with a snake design; features sapphires and diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$3,428 / item
CTW 6.5 Natural Yellow Sapphire Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Napoli, NA
Fabulous important brand new bracelet made in solid 9 kt yellow gold and set with 6.50 Carats of vivid rose cut Natural Yellow Sapphires, weighing 0.12 carat each (3.4 mm).
Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold
Modernist Diamond, Ruby, Emerald and Sapphire Gold Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Modernist brutalist ring with inset diamond, rubies and emeralds in a wide 14k yellow gold mounting. Size 4
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow ...
$3,428 / item
7 Carat Natural Blu Sapphire Gold Tennis Bracelet
By De Maria fine&antique jewelry
Located in Napoli, NA
Fabulous important brand new bracelet made in solid 9 kt white gold and set with 6,90 Carats of vivid rose cut Natural Blu Sapphires, weighing 0.12 carat each (3,0 mm).
Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
1.16 Carat Diamond Yellow Sapphire Gold Hoop Earrings
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and classy Yellow Gold Diamond and Yellow Sapphire Hoop Earrings Item Specifics: 18 Natural Round Cut White Diamonds weighing approximately 0.46 carats Clarity: SI1, Colo...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,550Sale Price|46% Off
Lauren Harper Blue Agate, Sapphire, Gold Statement Necklace
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
These Lacey Blue Agate stones are unique and eye catching, surrounded by sparkly white and blue Sapphires in an organic and unusual setting. Set in Lauren Harper's signature 18kt Go...
Agate, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Pink Sapphire Gold Hoop Earrings by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Lauren Harper 18kt Gold and rose cut Pink Sapphire hoops will quickly become the earring you reach for every day to complete your look.
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA 1960s Sapphire Gold Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1960s 18k gold cufflinks by Van Cleef & Aprles, with blue sapphires.
Sapphire, Gold
0.46 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Gold Engagement Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
The ring is 14K White Gold The center stone is 0.46 Carats G SI2 There are 4 step cut baguettes blue sapphires 0.40 Carats There are 0.25 Carats in Small Round diamonds H SI The ring...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.80 Carats Diamond Sapphire Gold Half Hoop Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
H-I SI 26 square cut sapphires, approx. total weight. 3.00cts. 14k yellow gold. 17.50 g.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 20th Century Diamond and Sapphire Gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
This contemporary ring from the 20th century is crafted in 18K gold and features diamonds and a sapphire. It has a weight of 10.38 grams and is sized ES 17 / EU 57.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Designer Pink Sapphire Gold Sterling Silver Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique pair of earrings made of both 18k rose gold and sterling silver. They feature 23.58 carats of fine quality rose cut pink sapphires.
Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
1950s Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Gold Dress Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels dress set consisting of a pair of cufflinks and 3 studs . The cufflinks and stud set come with the original Van Cleef & Arpels suede box. Chevron pattern set with...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Art Deco 1.61 Carat Diamond Sapphire Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
The center diamond is accentuated by lovely sapphire accents. It is currently size 7, and can be resized.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Fire Opal Multi-Color Sapphire Gold Sunrise Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Adding to that are multi-colored sapphires set around the piece which weigh a total of 1.18 carats.
Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Impressive Moonstone Diamond Yellow Sapphire Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is accented by 6.48 carats of round brilliant cut yellow sapphires which blankets the lower portion of the ring.
Diamond, Moonstone, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Sapphire Gold Cufflinks "Clover" Late 19th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Delicate pair of golden cufflinks set with circular-cut sapphires and rose-cut diamonds in a clover motif. Late 19th century, french import assay marks. These lovely cufflinks comple...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
De Vroomen Star Sapphire & Gold Statement Necklace
By De Vroomen
Located in London, GB
An extraordinary statement piece featuring luminous star sapphires set in bold circular gold mounts. Weighing an impressive 256.3 grams, this necklace exudes presence and luxury.
Natural Multi Sapphire Gold String Necklace in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Necklace is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a gold stri...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
$27,424Sale Price|20% Off
Ukrainian Heritage Yellow Orange Sapphire Gold Diamond Designer Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings Yellow 18 K Gold (Matching Available Ring) Weight 12,42 grams Diamond 22-RND57-0.1ct-3 /5A Diamond 36-RND57-0.31ct-3 /5A Topaz -2-3,071ct Orange Sapphire 98-1,26ct Yellow S...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
4.75 Carat Multicolored Sapphire Gold Earrings by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
4.75 carats of multicolored rose cut Sapphires sparkly beautifully in these 18kt Gold marquis shaped earrings.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Sapphire Gold Bee Brooch Pendant Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Stylish Finely detailed Sapphire Bee Brooch Pendant. Pave Hand set with 2.50tcw Sapphires and Hand crafted in 14K Yellow Gold.
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 5.20 carat diamond sapphire gold and silver bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful Edwardian diamond and sapphire bracelet is a refined antique design from the 1910’s, centered by a marquise cut diamond weighing approximately 1.70 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
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.
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.