Unheated Green Sapphire with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unheated Green Sapphire 5.05 carats with Diamond 0.36 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.2 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 8.6 grams "We first opened door...
Diamond, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold
Certificated Unheated Burma Natural Pink Sapphire
Located in Firenze, FI
An exquisite ring featuring an Stephen Kennedy BSc FGA DGA certified ,approximately 4,5 carats pink sapphire originating from the most historic and rare source, Burma or present day ...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
AGL certified 10 carat Sapphire Sri Lanka Unheated Emerald Diamond Ring
By Karats by Juhi
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Sapphire Oval Cabachon 4.78 carats Sri Lanka Unheated AGL 1118721 Emerald Oval Cabachon 3.16 carat Zambia Minor CDC 1908358 BEN-RS-24005 USD 18,000 White Diamonds Pave set 237 piec...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$88,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 4.66 Carat Unheated Burmese Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GRS Certified 4.66 Carat Unheated Burmese Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold A magnificent 18K white gold ring featuring a natural unheated Royal Blue sapphire...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.50 Carat Unheated Ceylon Sapphire Cushion Platinum Diamond Ring GIA By Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare, collector-caliber, one of a kind cushion sapphire three stone cocktail ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, centering a 6.50 carat natural unheated Blue Ceylon sapphire fro...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5.03 Carat Unheated Sri Lanka Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional GIA certified 5.03 carat natural blue sapphire ring, showcasing a beautiful cushion-shaped sapphire of remarkable color and presence. The center stone is a natural sa...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2.16ct GIA-Certified Natural Unheated Sapphire Engagement Ring 14K White Gold
By Aurora Designer
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Solid 14k white gold ring set with a stunning 2.16ct teal sapphire atop a cathedral setting with milgrain details ♥ The band has diamond pave half way down, with delicate milgrain ...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$104,000Sale Price|20% Off
5 Carat Unheated Burmese Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisite three-stone ring featuring a magnificent, unheated natural sapphire from Burma (Myanmar) as the centerpiece.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
3.01 Carat Emerald Cut Unheated Ceylon Green Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring GIA
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A 7-day return policy is included, giving buyers added confidence when selecting this unheated Ceylon green sapphire diamond ring as a luxury gift, engagement ring, or personal heirl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Green Sapphir...
GIA Certified 2.03 Carat Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a GIA Certified 2.03 Carat Natural Unheated Sapphire and 0.85 Carats Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 4.28 Cts Pink Ceylon Sapphire (Natural, Unheated) 18K Gold Ring
Located in Weston, MA
Item ID: PS0428UCE05 Sapphire Weight: 4.28Ct. Sapphire Clarity: Eye Clean Sapphire Cut: Brilliant cut Sapphire Color: Purplish Pink Sapphire Shape: Oval Sapphire Measurement(mm): 11....
Diamond, Sapphire
GIA 18K 0.98 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA/IGI 18K 0.98 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring* GIA/IGI-certified Kashmir unheated red purple Sapphire weighing 0.98 ct set on the 18K white g...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
$104,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 7.44 Carat Unheated Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 7.44 Carat Unheated Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring An extraordinary 7.44 carat natural oval sapphire, certified by GIA takes center stage in this magnificent ...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
14K Gold 2.67 CT Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Ring with GIA Report
Located in Ocala, FL
A striking statement ring crafted in 14-karat gold, showcasing a captivating 2.67-carat unheated cushion-faceted sapphire as its centerpiece.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Circa 1930s AGL Certified Burma Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1930s Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams Center Diamond Details: AGL Report #1104802 Weight: .99ct total weight Cut: ...
Sapphire, Platinum
6.86 Carats Unheated Multi-Color Sapphires Full Eternity Ring Made in 18K Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring 6.86 Carats of Natural Multi Color Unheated Sapphires made in 18K Gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...
Claris-A 17.67ct Unheated Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Offered by Claris-A, this exquisite cocktail ring showcases at its center a natural, unheated sapphire from Ceylon, weighing 17.67 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.00 Carat Natural Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring 6.006 Carat Natural Unheated Sapphire and 1.27 Carats Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$75,896Sale Price|20% Off
Mauboussin 18kt old Ring with 8.56 ct. Unheated Burma Sapphire & Diamonds
By Mauboussin
Located in Braintree, GB
A fine signed Mauboussin Paris dress ring in 18kt white gold, showcasing a stunning 8.56 carat cushion-cut natural sapphire of Burmese (Myanmar) origin. The vibrant blue sapphire is ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1.08ct Unheated Purple Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, US
Art Deco ring featuring a 1.08 carat unheated bezel-set Purple Sapphire, 0.63 carat of Blue Sapphires and 0.34 carats of Diamonds set in 18K White Gold.
Purple Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
GIA 18K 3.20 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 3.20 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Kashmir unheated Purple Pink Sapphire weighing 3.20 ct set on the 18K white gold band ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
Art Deco Certified Unheated 2.50 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
An exquisite genuine Art Deco ring handcrafted in Platinum & Yellow gold by master jewelers, featuring a beautiful vivid 2.50 carat Unheated untreated Natural Ceylon Sapphire cushion...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, Gold
6.01ct Unheated Madagascar Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This US ring size 5.25 piece represents the pinnacle of 2025 luxury jewelry design and is a premier choice for those seeking an unheated, investment-grade sapphire engagement or stat...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
AIG Certified Unheated 3.65 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite and spectacular untreated natural Ceylon sapphire on a flower design ring , so luminous and refined , realized hand to hand by artisan goldsmith. Ring come in 18k gold ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
GIA Unheated Yellow Sapphire Pear Shape Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 7.51 ct. unheated yellow sapphire pear shape. Handmade in 18k yellow gold.
Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Unheated Fancy Sapphire Ring 2.76 Carat Mismatched Oval Bypass "Toi et Moi" Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
***Made to order to your finger size, custom options are available, don't hesitate to inquire*** Inseparable, unheated fancy oval blue and pink Sapphire mismatched pair, totaling 2.4...
Sapphire, Platinum, Palladium, 18k Gold, 14k Gold
GIA 18K 2.64 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 2.64 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Kashmir unheated Purple Pink Sapphire weighing 2.64 ct set on the 18K white gold band ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
Platinum Sapphire Unheated Purple Diamond GIA Ring Antique Old Mine 17.37 CTS!
Located in Sylvania, GA
GIA BREATHTAKING PLATINUM HUGE 17.37 CARAT UNHEATED PURPLE SAPPHIRE DIAMOND VINTAGE RING & BOX!
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
A Magnificent No Heat Unheated 5.64ct Padparadscha Sapphire Ring & Lotus Cert
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply magnificent gemstone is the star of this magnificent ring - a stunning Unheated Padparadscha Sapphire from Sri Lanka weighing 5.64ct.
Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Platinum
GIA 18K 3.06 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA/IGI 18K 3.06 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring* GIA/IGI-certified Kashmir unheated Pinkish Purple Red Ruby weighing 3.06 ct set on the 18K whi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
GIA 18K 2.09 Ct Sri Lanka Unheated Color Changed Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 2.09 Ct Sri Lanka Unheated Color Changed Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Sri Lanka unheated color changed ( violet changing to purplish pink ) Sapphire weighi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
GIA 18K 1.53 Ct Kashmir Unheated Red Purple Sapphire Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 1.53 Ct Kashmir Unheated Red Purple Sapphire Art Deco Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Kashmir unheated Red Purple Sapphire weighing 1.53 ct set on the 18K rose gold band wit...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose ...
$78,400Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 7.04 Carat Unheated Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional natural blue sapphire and diamond three stone ring centered by an impressive 7.04 carat oval sapphire of Sri Lankan origin, accompanied by a GRS GemResearch Swisslab r...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
35 Carat Unheated Pink Kunzite Emerald and Pink Sapphire Cocktail Ring
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Sabrina Balsky Jewelry Handmade One of a Kind Kunzite and Emerald Cocktail Ring 1-2/16" by 1-1/8" wide 35 carat exceptional Clarity and Color Natural unheated Pink Kunzite Ring with ...
Emerald, Kunzite, Pink Sapphire, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
GIA Certified 7.10ct Natural No Heat Sapphire Diamond Ring Trilliants Unheated
Located in New York, NY
No heat & Trilliant Glitz GIA Certified 5.15ct. Natural No heat Sapphire ring. Report: 2175479893 Oval cut: 10.00 X 9.30 X 5.87mm Transparent, Blue Sri Lanka Origin 1.20ct...
Sapphire, White Gold
Unheated Tanzanite, Purple Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unheated Tanzanite 2.71 carats, Purple Sapphire 0.63 carat and Diamond 0.65 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.9 cm Length: 1.9 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 7.39...
Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
GRS 4.23 Carat Unheated Sapphire 18K white and Yellow Gold Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted in Italy, the ring boasts a majestic sapphire, weighing 4.23 carats, at its center.
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 2.35 Carat Unheated Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18K WhiteGold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Unveil the mesmerizing beauty of this stunning IGI Certified 2.35 Carat Colorless Sapphire, showcased in a captivating cushion mix cut, surrounded by a halo of exquisite natural diam...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Certified Unheated Purple Sapphire, Brown Diamond, Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Certified Unheated Purple Sapphire 1.90 carats, Purple Sapphire 0.25 carat, Brown Diamond 0.20 carat and Diamond 0.19 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings (Certified by GIT: The ...
Brown Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 1.69 ct. Unheated Burma Sapphire Ring with Diamonds, 14k Yellow
Located in New York, NY
A GIA Certified 1.69 ct. Cushion-Cut Unheated Burma Sapphire Ring with Diamonds, 14k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 26.75 carats Unheated Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Halo Platinum Ring
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Natural No Heat Ceylon Sapphire 26.75 carats and Diamond Ring in Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Ring features a large Cushion shaped Natural Sapphire surrounded by Round Brillian...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Ceylon Unheated 3.95ct Cushion Sapphire & Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Ceylon Unheated 3.95 ct Cushion Sapphire Three Stone Diamond Ring in Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Ring features a GIA certified Deep Blue Cushion Cut Sapphire weighing 3.95 ca...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 16.16 Carat Natural Unheated Star Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Weston, MA
This ring features a rare and exquisite 16.16 ct unheated star sapphire from Ceylon, with an ocean blue color and natural star formation that make it a captivating and mystical gemst...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold
$2,100Sale Price / item|20% Off
Unheated Pink Sapphire Flower Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 18k Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unheated Pink Sapphire Flower Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 18K Gold featuring natural pink sapphires of 1.91 carats and diamonds of 0.32 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
8.80 Carat Unheated / Untreated Yellow Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring 8.80 Carat Natural Untreated Yellow Sapphire and 1.01 Carats Diamond Accents set in Platinum. Sapphires have extraordinary durability - they excel in hardn...
Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
10.48ct GIA-Certified Unheated Sapphire on Wide Band Ring 18K Gold R6766
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 10.48ct GIA-Certified Unheated Sapphire on Wide Band Ring 18K Gold R6766 ♥ This is an extraordinary ring featuring an impressive natural (unheated) 10.48ct sapphire, set on an 18k...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
1926 Engraved Art Deco Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1926 (Engraved on shank) Item Details: Ring Size: 5.25 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.7 grams Center Stone Details: GIA Report#:2235156476 Weight: ....
Diamond, Platinum
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
$72,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 8.94 Carat Unheated KASHMIR Blue Sapphire Oval Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This one-of-a-kind piece features a 8.94 unheated and untreated natural blue Kashmir sapphire.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.77 Carat Oval Pink Unheated Sapphire & Hidden Halo Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 14k yellow gold ring features a rare GIA Certified 1.77-carat Oval-shaped Unheated, Very Light Pink sapphire from Sri Lanka.
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Imperial Sky I – Serenity - Unheated Burmese Sapphire Pastel Blue Ring in 18K
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Some rings soothe. Imperial Sky I — Serenity calms the soul. This exquisite creation captures the gentlest side of Burmese sapphire beauty — a pastel blue glow that feels serene, im...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
GIA/AIGS 18K 2.05 Ct Madagascar Unheated Vibrant Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA/AIGS 18K 2.05 Ct Madagascar Unheated Vibrant Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring* GIA/AIGS-certified natural unheated Madagascar Unheated Vibrant Pink Sapphire weighing 2.05 ct set o...
Pink Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GIA 6.19 Carat Natural No Heat Green Blue Sapphire Diamonds Ring Unheated
Located in New York, NY
No Heat Greenish Blue GIA Certified 3.35ct. Natural Greenish Blue sapphire ring. Cushion cut. Clean, VS clarity. 9.03 X 7.12 X 5.70mm Transparent, Vibrant Green Blue color Repo...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 14k Gold, White 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
$28,800Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 1.58 Carat Unheated Deep Blue Pailin Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
This exquisite ring features a 1.58-carat cushion-cut sapphire from Pailin, Cambodia. The sapphire is certified by GRS (GemResearch SwissLab) for its natural, untreated deep blue col...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
GRS certified Unheated Round Burma Royal Blue Sapphire Ring of 5.79 Carats
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
Unheated Round Burma Blue Sapphire Ring of 5.79 Carats, Surrounded with 4.14 Carats of Diamonds Gold: 8.80 grams This exquisite ring features a 5.79-carat round, unheated blue sapph...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Unheated Greenish-Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18K Two-Tone Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A spectacular, one-of-a-kind statement ring showcasing a rare unheated GIA-certified natural sapphire, weighing approximately 7.49 grams (gross).
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold
Certified Unheated Star Pink Sapphire, Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Star Pink Sapphire 4.09 carats with Pink Sapphire 0.32 carat and Diamond 0.25 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings (GIT Certified, The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand)...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Unheated Tanzanite with Fancy Sapphire Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unheated Tanzanite 8.30 carats with Fancy Sapphire 2.88 carats Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.7 cm Length: 1.8 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 10.76 grams "We first o...
Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Unheated 1.12 CT Blue Sapphire Diamond 18K White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Westport, CT
A magnificent 18K white gold natural sapphire and diamond engagement ring. Centered with a GIA certified unheated natural corundum oval shaped blue sapphire weighing approximately 1....
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, 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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