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Gia Certified 1.05ct Unique Vivid Blue Untreated Sapphire Pear Teardrop Cut
Gia Certified 1.05ct Unique Vivid Blue Untreated Sapphire Pear Teardrop Cut

Gia Certified 1.05ct Unique Vivid Blue Untreated Sapphire Pear Teardrop Cut

By Gems and Jewels UK

Located in Birmingham, GB

Gia Certified 1.05ct Unique Vivid Blue Untreated Sapphire Pear Teardrop Cut GIA Certified

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire

1.44ct IGI Certified Deep Teal Blue Untreated Sapphire 18k White Gold Pendant
1.44ct IGI Certified Deep Teal Blue Untreated Sapphire 18k White Gold Pendant

1.44ct IGI Certified Deep Teal Blue Untreated Sapphire 18k White Gold Pendant

By Gems and Jewels UK

Located in Birmingham, GB

Deep Teal Green Blue Untreated Sapphire 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace. A fine IGI certified 1.44

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rare untreated sapphire rosecut pendant 14KT gold
Rare untreated sapphire rosecut pendant 14KT gold

Rare untreated sapphire rosecut pendant 14KT gold

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Stunning rose cut natural untreated sapphire in a dangling form of a circle pendant, very minimal

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold

GIA Certified Fine Blue 1.19ct Untreated Sapphire Pear Cut Unheated Rare Gem
GIA Certified Fine Blue 1.19ct Untreated Sapphire Pear Cut Unheated Rare Gem

GIA Certified Fine Blue 1.19ct Untreated Sapphire Pear Cut Unheated Rare Gem

By Gems and Jewels UK

Located in Birmingham, GB

GIA Certifier Fine Blue Untreated Sapphire Gemstone. Unheated blue sapphire with a beautiful deep

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire

Multi-Color Untreated Sapphire Half Eternity Engagement Band Ring Yellow Gold
Multi-Color Untreated Sapphire Half Eternity Engagement Band Ring Yellow Gold

Multi-Color Untreated Sapphire Half Eternity Engagement Band Ring Yellow Gold

By Emeralds Maravellous

Located in US

Multi-color 100% natural-untreated Sapphire Half Eternity Engagement Band 14K yellow gold ring is a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold,...

Edwardian 7.13 Ct Untreated Sapphire Plus 18 KT Bracelet
Edwardian 7.13 Ct Untreated Sapphire Plus 18 KT Bracelet

Edwardian 7.13 Ct Untreated Sapphire Plus 18 KT Bracelet

Located in Napoli, IT

and fine open work on the frontal side, hosting a myriad of untreated Sapphires between Yellow and

Category

Early 20th Century European Edwardian Link Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

IGI Certified 1.03 Colour Change Untreated Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold Pendant
IGI Certified 1.03 Colour Change Untreated Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold Pendant

IGI Certified 1.03 Colour Change Untreated Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold Pendant

By Gems and Jewels UK

Located in Birmingham, GB

carat untreated sapphire with stunning colour change effect. Changing colour depending on the light its

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...

IGI Certified 1.53ct Blue Untreated Sapphire Fancy Platinum Signet Band Ring
IGI Certified 1.53ct Blue Untreated Sapphire Fancy Platinum Signet Band Ring

IGI Certified 1.53ct Blue Untreated Sapphire Fancy Platinum Signet Band Ring

Located in Birmingham, GB

IGI Certified Unique Natural Blue Untreated Sapphire Platinum Solitaire Signet Band Ring. Unique

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GIC Certified 1.07 Carat Ceylon Natural Untreated Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
GIC Certified 1.07 Carat Ceylon Natural Untreated Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring

GIC Certified 1.07 Carat Ceylon Natural Untreated Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring

Located in Weston, MA

size: US 7.0 "Diana's Legacy" - this GIC Certified 1.07 Ct Ceylon Natural Untreated Sapphire Diamond

Category

2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Emilio Jewelry Certified 23.00 Carat Untreated Sapphire Bracelet
Emilio Jewelry Certified 23.00 Carat Untreated Sapphire Bracelet

Emilio Jewelry Certified 23.00 Carat Untreated Sapphire Bracelet

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

From the Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry in New York, A magnificent untreated natural vivid blue

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Retro Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire

GRS Certified 5.65 Ct. Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring
GRS Certified 5.65 Ct. Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring

GRS Certified 5.65 Ct. Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

cshion blue sapphire as its centerpiece. The sapphire is Grs certified, showcasing exceptional quality

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GRS Certified 5.20 Ct. Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring
GRS Certified 5.20 Ct. Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring

GRS Certified 5.20 Ct. Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

Set with a cushion-shaped blue sapphire weighing 5.20 carats, decorated with oval and brilliant-cut

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GRS Certified 9.89 Carat Untreated Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
GRS Certified 9.89 Carat Untreated Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

GRS Certified 9.89 Carat Untreated Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

A SUPERB SAPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING, BY Cecile Blake Cushion-shaped sapphire of 9.89 carats, oval-cut

Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Grs 12 Carat Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace
Grs 12 Carat Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace

Grs 12 Carat Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace

Located in Chicago, IL

An exquisite 12 carat ceylon sapphire certified by GRS as untreated the pendant is made in solid

Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Untreated Sapphire & Diamond Ring 4.04 Carat Madagascar AGL Certified
Untreated Sapphire & Diamond Ring 4.04 Carat Madagascar AGL Certified

Untreated Sapphire & Diamond Ring 4.04 Carat Madagascar AGL Certified

Located in Northampton, MA

A mixed cut cushion-shaped 4.04 unheated royal blue sapphire from Madagascar is the center of

Category

2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Harry Winston Vintage Untreated Sapphire Diamond Bracelet in Platinum
Harry Winston Vintage Untreated Sapphire Diamond Bracelet in Platinum

Harry Winston Vintage Untreated Sapphire Diamond Bracelet in Platinum

By Harry Winston

Located in New York, NY

This vintage Harry Winston sapphire and diamond bracelet, circa 1980s, is a masterwork of design

Category

Vintage 1980s American Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GRS Certified 7.54 Ct. Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring
GRS Certified 7.54 Ct. Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring

GRS Certified 7.54 Ct. Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

blue sapphire as its centerpiece. The sapphire is Grs certified, showcasing exceptional quality with

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GRS Certified 9.78 Ct. Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring
GRS Certified 9.78 Ct. Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring

GRS Certified 9.78 Ct. Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

cushion blue sapphire as its centerpiece. The sapphire is Grs certified, showcasing exceptional quality

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GRS Certified 13.89 Ct. Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring
GRS Certified 13.89 Ct. Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring

GRS Certified 13.89 Ct. Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

blue sapphire as its centerpiece. The sapphire is Grs certified, showcasing exceptional quality with

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GRS Certified Untreated Sapphire 5.11 Cornflower Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
GRS Certified Untreated Sapphire 5.11 Cornflower Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

GRS Certified Untreated Sapphire 5.11 Cornflower Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

round diamonds. emerald weighing 5.11 carats Size 6 Platinum the sapphire is unheated and untreated

Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

Victorian Natural untreated Sapphire Natural Pearl Three stone Ring
Victorian Natural untreated Sapphire Natural Pearl Three stone Ring

Victorian Natural untreated Sapphire Natural Pearl Three stone Ring

Located in Napoli, IT

, present, future; with Sapphire associated with romantic love, representing fidelity and romantic devotion

Category

Antique 1860s European Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

About 20ct natural, untreated sapphire beaded bracelet with drawstring closure
About 20ct natural, untreated sapphire beaded bracelet with drawstring closure

About 20ct natural, untreated sapphire beaded bracelet with drawstring closure

By 15DEGREESLONDON

Located in Boostedt, SH

About 20 Carat Signature Sapphire Beads: Noble sapphires symbolizing heavenly hope, faith, and

Category

2010s Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Emilio Jewelry 7.56 Certified Burma No Heated Untreated Sapphire Bracelet
Emilio Jewelry 7.56 Certified Burma No Heated Untreated Sapphire Bracelet

Emilio Jewelry 7.56 Certified Burma No Heated Untreated Sapphire Bracelet

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

Showcasing a certified 7.50 Carat natural unheated Burma sapphire in the center. The color is royal

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Retro Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire

Prasiolite and Natural Untreated Sapphire Gold Earrings by Wagner Preziosen
Prasiolite and Natural Untreated Sapphire Gold Earrings by Wagner Preziosen

Prasiolite and Natural Untreated Sapphire Gold Earrings by Wagner Preziosen

By Wagner Preziosen

Located in Berlin, DE

prasiolite briolettes surrounded by 7.69 carat untreated natural multicolored sapphires. Exquisitely

Category

2010s German Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Other, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

GRS Certified 10 Carat Sri Lanka Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Ring
GRS Certified 10 Carat Sri Lanka Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Ring

GRS Certified 10 Carat Sri Lanka Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

An exquisite 10 carat blue sapphire cushion certified by GRS ceylon origin set in solid platinum

Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire

Antique 19.45 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire  18 KT Silver Bracelet
Antique 19.45 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire  18 KT Silver Bracelet

Antique 19.45 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire 18 KT Silver Bracelet

Located in Napoli, IT

Adorned with a selection of 7 natural untreated unheated Sapphire Ceylon origin, lovely fleur de lys

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Art Deco 50.00 Ct Natural untreated Sapphire Diamond Rare Bracelet
Art Deco 50.00 Ct Natural untreated Sapphire Diamond Rare Bracelet

Art Deco 50.00 Ct Natural untreated Sapphire Diamond Rare Bracelet

Located in Napoli, IT

composed by hinged sections, each individually hand crafted to fit a different in size Sapphire Sleek and

Category

Vintage 1910s European Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

GRS Certified Untreated Sapphire 5.20 Vivid Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
GRS Certified Untreated Sapphire 5.20 Vivid Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

GRS Certified Untreated Sapphire 5.20 Vivid Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

Centering a cushion shaped sapphire flanked by two half moon-shaped diamonds, decorated throughout

Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 4.08 Carat Natural Untreated Sapphire Ring Made In Platinum
GIA Certified 4.08 Carat Natural Untreated Sapphire Ring Made In Platinum

GIA Certified 4.08 Carat Natural Untreated Sapphire Ring Made In Platinum

Located in Tokyo, JP

A beautiful ring featuring a GIA certified 4.08 Carat Natural Unheated Sapphire and 0.38 Carats of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GRS Certified 6.78 Ct. VIVID Blue Untreated Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
GRS Certified 6.78 Ct. VIVID Blue Untreated Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

GRS Certified 6.78 Ct. VIVID Blue Untreated Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

Centering a cushion-shaped sapphire, flanked marquise shaped diamonds Size 6 Platinum Accompanied

Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GRS Certified 8 Ct. VIVID Blue Untreated Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
GRS Certified 8 Ct. VIVID Blue Untreated Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

GRS Certified 8 Ct. VIVID Blue Untreated Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

Centering a cushion-shaped sapphire, flanked emerald, pear-shaped diamonds Size 6 Platinum

Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco platinum ring with impressive untreated sapphire and diamonds, 1930s.
Art Deco platinum ring with impressive untreated sapphire and diamonds, 1930s.

Art Deco platinum ring with impressive untreated sapphire and diamonds, 1930s.

Located in Chorzów, PL

, unannealed cushion-cut sapphire. Origin: Sweden, 1930s - hallmark preserved. This antique ring, with a

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Victorian 8.80 C. Natural Untreated Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
Victorian 8.80 C. Natural Untreated Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earrings

Victorian 8.80 C. Natural Untreated Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earrings

Located in Napoli, IT

selection of 4 oval faceted 100% Natural untreated/unheated Sky Blue Sapphires – Ceylon origin 4 oval

Category

Antique 1880s European Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Edwardian 4.80 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire and Diamond three stone ring
Edwardian 4.80 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire and Diamond three stone ring

Edwardian 4.80 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire and Diamond three stone ring

Located in Napoli, IT

nestled into the crown, centering a mesmerizing totally natural ,untreated/ unheated Sapphire, cabochon

Category

Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Unique Bi Colour Green Yellow Untreated Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Rubover
Unique Bi Colour Green Yellow Untreated Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Rubover

Unique Bi Colour Green Yellow Untreated Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Rubover

By Gems and Jewels UK

Located in Birmingham, GB

Fine Bi Colour Green Yellow Untreated Australian Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. 0.56

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1.35ct Untreated Sapphire Green Blue & Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
GIA Certified 1.35ct Untreated Sapphire Green Blue & Diamond 18k White Gold Ring

GIA Certified 1.35ct Untreated Sapphire Green Blue & Diamond 18k White Gold Ring

By Gems and Jewels UK

Located in Birmingham, GB

Unique Untreated Greenish Blue Fancy Kite Cut Sapphire And Diamond 18k White Gold Halo Ring. 1.35

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 1...

Victorian 7.20 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire 2.40 Ct Diamond 18 Kt Bangle
Victorian 7.20 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire 2.40 Ct Diamond 18 Kt Bangle

Victorian 7.20 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire 2.40 Ct Diamond 18 Kt Bangle

Located in Napoli, IT

selection of old mine cushion cut natural untreated/ unheated Sapphires graduated in sizes from 1.75 Ct for

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco 1.70 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire 2.20 Ct Diamond Platinum Ring
Art Deco 1.70 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire 2.20 Ct Diamond Platinum Ring

Art Deco 1.70 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire 2.20 Ct Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Napoli, IT

old mine cut Diamonds nestled into Platinum making a sparkle frame to the main Sapphire of old mine

Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.04 Carats Pink Natural Untreated Sapphire Diamond 18 K Gold Ring
GIA Certified 3.04 Carats Pink Natural Untreated Sapphire Diamond 18 K Gold Ring

GIA Certified 3.04 Carats Pink Natural Untreated Sapphire Diamond 18 K Gold Ring

Located in Weston, MA

mesmerizing floral design reminiscent of a blessing rose. What sets this sapphire apart is its untreated

Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Unique Pink Sapphire & Diamond Certified Untreated Crossover 18k Oval Pendant
Unique Pink Sapphire & Diamond Certified Untreated Crossover 18k Oval Pendant

Unique Pink Sapphire & Diamond Certified Untreated Crossover 18k Oval Pendant

By Gems and Jewels UK

Located in Birmingham, GB

Vivid Pink Untreated Sapphire & Diamond 18k Yellow & White Gold Crossover Pendant. Fine 0.61 Carat

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Ruby, ...

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Untreated Sapphire For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact untreated sapphire you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect untreated sapphire among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, 1.5 Carat and 2 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing untreated sapphire — no matter the origin — is easy, but Fine Jewels UK, Emeralds Maravellous and Emilio! each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes pear cut and cushion cut alternatives. Most of our untreated sapphire for sale are for women, but there are 73 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Untreated Sapphire?

The price for an untreated sapphire starts at $311 and tops out at $6,500,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,520.

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.