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Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

1.06 Carat Diamond Sapphire Enamel Platinum Midcentury Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Diamond and sapphire red enamel engagement ring. Round old European center diamond in a hand
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, Enamel

GIA 17.80 Carat Black Diamond and Pink Sapphire Ring
Located in METAIRIE, LA
We are thrilled to offer this Black Diamond & Pink Sapphire Ring from our Beverly Hills Estate
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1980s Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Pink Sapphire

Vintage Black Starr and Frost Diamond Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Black Starr and Frost Diamond Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring one marquise cut
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1990s Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow G...

Vintage Sapphire and Brilliant Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage blue sapphire and diamond entourage cluster ring. The ring consists of ten clear
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Mid-20th Century European Contemporary Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 1930s 5.35ct Sapphire 1.45ct Diamond Halo 18ct Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
a 5.35ct ink black oval sapphire at its heart, surrounded by a halo of 1.45ct transitional cut
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1930s English Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Etername Ring Entrelacs Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Ring 2 fingers signed the house Eternamé Collection "Interlacing" Black Gold 750 thousandths (18
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20th Century French Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

Materials

Gold

French 4.90 Carat Burmese Sapphire 1.39ct Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
head). This Burmese sapphire engagement ring is supplied with two independent diamond grading
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1930s French Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

1990s Marina B “Fujiyama“ 18 Karat Gold Sapphire Diamond Enamel Cocktail Ring
By Marina B
Located in Vilnius, LT
0.95ct, RW-W, VS-SI - Sapphires: 6pcs., multicolour, TW 2.00ct, VS-SI - Black enamel (has minor scratches
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

GIA Blue Sapphire No Heat 14K Gold Diamond Ring Sri Lanka VS Huge Fine 11.38 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
SAPPHIRE DIAMOND ANTIQUE 14K RING & BOX! BIG 8.35 CARAT BRILLIANT ROYAL BLUE GIA CERTIFIED RARE NO HEAT
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20th Century Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pomellato Bracelet 18k Gold Garnet Diamond Estate Jewelry
By Pomellato
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
associated with love and passion, garnet is often chosen for engagement rings or romantic pieces. Its deep
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1980s Italian Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
A sapphire and diamond three stone ring, the oval-cut sapphire weighing 3.13 carats, set between
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
romance of this piece. This large sapphire and diamond ring is reminiscent of the iconic engagement ring
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1980s British Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Tiffany & Co. Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Rome, IT
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 0.85 ct Total Weight Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring. The ring weighs 3 grams, size 5.25, the center stone is a Natural Round Brilliant ...
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2010s American Modern Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

1.00 Carat Aqua Sapphire Diamond Halo White Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald cut aqua Art Deco cocktail style ring. 1.00 Blue center Aqua with 12 baguette and 10 round diamonds. 1 rectangular blue aquamarine, VS approx. 1.00ct 12 baguette dark blue s...
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Late 20th Century Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Edwardian Double Sapphire and Ruby Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring in 18ct Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
An absolutely stunning Edwardian piece. This ring features two Daisy clusters one with a bright blue Sapphire and the other a vibrant Ruby in the centre with a total of 15 Old Cut Di...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Style Greek Key Diamond Platinum Tiara
Located in Geneva, CH
Diamond tiara of Art Deco design, composed of graduated Greek key pattern and center medallion, set throughout with old mine cut diamonds on platinum. Design: Art Deco Period: 21th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Art Deco Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Sterling Silver Cannetille Bangle Bracelet, Netherlands
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique Late 19th Century bracelet is made of sterling silver. The gorgeous bracelet has a rope design on its band and set with large knots, the so-called spiders. The round bod...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Belle Époque Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque diamond tiara, to the centre three diamond-set clusters with diamond-set foliate decorations and one large diamond-set cluster on each side, all within a waved frame o...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

.49 Carat Diamond Sapphire Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
.49ct Diamond Sapphire Platinum Art Deco engagement ring. Diamond Platinum Art Deco design ring. Center Diamond is bezel set with smaller Diamonds and triangular cut Sapphires accent...
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Early 20th Century Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1.97 Carat Emerald Pear Shaped Drop Necklace Enhancer in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Emerald Necklace in 18K Gold studded with pear cut emerald pieces. This is a great bridesmaid, wedding or christmas gift for anyone on your list. Accessorize your look with this eleg...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Emerald, Yellow Gold

Toi Et Moi Ring Pear Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Emerald ring in 18K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with a pear cut emerald in center and a round cut diamond ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1.27 Carat Diamond Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's Diamond platinum engagement ring. GIA certified round ideal cut center diamond in a platinum setting with two sapphires with round diamond halos and two round cut bezel set sa...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Emilio Jewelry Rose Cut Diamond Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry, located on New York's iconic Fifth avenue, One of a kind hand made natural Rose Cut Diamond necklace featuring approximately 59.53 Carats of colorle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Stunning Victorian Old-Cut Diamond Fringe Tiara Convertible to Necklace Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique diamond tiara convertible to a necklace, c.1880s, the tiara designed as a relatively short compact fringe which almost gives the impression of a bandeau style tiar...
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Late 19th Century Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat and Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This classic cluster ring holds a central sapphire and diamonds around the edges. The sapphire is a deep blue colour and measures 1carat and the diamonds total approximately 70pts. F...
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1970s British Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Hi June Parker 14 Karat Gold Single Stud Earring Oval Blue Sapphire
By Hi June Parker
Located in New York, NY
Oval shape Blue Sapphire stone set in a scalloped open work setting. Easy to wear and great for mixing with your favorite single earrings to update your ear game. Sold as a SINGLE ea...
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2010s American Contemporary Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emilio Jewelry 20.73 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry located on New York's Fifth Avenue, featuring a total weight of approximately 20.73 Carats, this meticulous hand made necklace is sure to be a show s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Vivienne Westwood Diamante Crystal Rhinestone Silver Orb Horn Tiara
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Jersey City, NJ
The Vivienne Westwood horn tiara is an iconic accessory first showcased in the Vivienne Westwood Autumn/Winter 2004-2005 'Exhibition' collection. A favorite of Vivienne Westwood hers...
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Early 2000s British Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Vintage Midcentury .35 Carat Sapphire Diamond Halo 14 Karat Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
be a beautiful alternative engagement ring. All items arrive in a black with gold logo gift box and
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Vintage .39 Carat Pear Cut Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
cut sapphire measures 6x4mm. Shank is 1.5mm wide. Marked and tested as 18K. Ring weighs 1.36 grams
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1980s American Modern Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

1980s Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Auckland, New Zealand
beautiful alternative to a traditional engagement ring. Sapphire and diamond ring set in 14 karat solid
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1980s Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co .18 Carat Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Trinity Band
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Crownsville, MD
Beautiful and rare vintage 1980s Tiffany & co .18 carat table cut sapphire ring with .06 carat flat
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1980s Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Dramatic Onyx Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
A fantastic diamond, sapphire, and onyx engagement ring in luxurious platinum. Centered by a 0.75
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20th Century Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Double Halo 0.75 Carat Diamond French Cut Sapphire Platinum Ring
Located in Boston, MA
An exceptionally beautiful french cut sapphire and diamond ring in luxurious platinum. Featuring
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20th Century Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Black Starr and Frost Marquise Cut Diamond Ring
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in MIAMI, FL
A Black Starr & Frost Marquise Diamond ring. Featuring a .75. Marquise Diamond showing VVS clarity
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1950s American Retro Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

1987 Chanel Premiere Gold Tone Chain Black Leather Quartz Wrist Watch
By Chanel
Located in Vilnius, LT
metal, black woven leather, sapphire glass, onyx crown. Signed: “Chanel Paris. Plaque OR G 20 M. Quartz
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Late 20th Century French Modern Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Gold Plate

Art Deco Black Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This unique ring features a black sapphire within a claw setting. The stone is an emerald cut and
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Revivalist Art Deco Diamond Multi Gemstone Engagement Ring Cocktail Statement
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A captivating revivalist Art Deco diamond and multi gemstone engagement ring. Composed as a
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1970s Art Deco Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Plaque Ring
Located in London, GB
A sapphire and diamond plaque ring, the cushion-cut sapphire weighing 1.03 carats, four-claw set to
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
rings have become a popular choice for engagement rings after Diana, Princess of Wales chose a sapphire
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
A sapphire and diamond three-stone ring, the oval-shaped sapphire, weighing 3.12 carats, set
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1990s British Contemporary Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A cabochon sapphire and diamond cluster ring, the oval cabochon sapphire weighing 5.11 carats
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1970s Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

GCS Certified 3.74 Carat Oval Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
An oval sapphire and diamond cluster ring, the oval faceted sapphire weighing 3.74 carats
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1980s British Modern Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co GIA 18K Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring Unheated Vintage Ceylon 4.55 Cts
Located in Sylvania, GA
DIAMOND RING! GIA CERTIFIED 18K RARE UNHEATED SAPPHIRE DIAMOND VINTAGE RING & BOX! 3.21 CARAT BLUE GIA
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20th Century Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage .61 Carat Sapphire Diamond Halo 18 Karat Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
Beautiful vintage retro circa 1940s natural sapphire and diamond halo ring. 18K yellow gold. In
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1940s English Retro Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Midcentury 1 Carat Sapphire Diamond Halo 18 Karat Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
alternative engagement ring. All items arrive in a black with gold foil logo presentation box with ribbon.
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1960s English Retro Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Midcentury .66 Carat Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
. Would be lovely as an alternative engagement ring. All items arrive in a sleek black with gold foil
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

French, 1950s, 18 Carat White Gold, Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
of vintage and antique engagement rings! Each set with extraordinary gemstones: diamond, sapphire
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage, 18 Carat White Gold, Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
antique engagement rings! Each set with extraordinary gemstones: diamond, sapphire, emerald, ruby, opal
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Late 20th Century British Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Carat White Gold, ‘Pigeon’s Blood’ 4.27 Carat Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
particularly glamorous choice for an engagement ring. Accompanies by GRS report ref GRS2006-112550T, stating
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Late 20th Century British Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Vintage Sapphire .11 Carat 14 Karat Gold Midcentury Modernist Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
. Would be a beautiful alternative engagement ring. All items come gift boxed in a black with gold logo
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

18 Carat White Gold, Color-Change Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Late 20th Century
Located in Rochford, Essex
of vintage and antique engagement rings! Each set with extraordinary gemstones: diamond, sapphire
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Late 20th Century British Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage, Midcentury, 18 Carat Gold, Single Stone Aquamarine Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
, Edwardian, Art Deco and Retro/Vintage. Lots of vintage and antique engagement rings! Please check out our
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Aquamarine, Gold

Midcentury, 18 Carat White Gold, Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
perfect choice for an engagement ring. Place Of Origin Italy Stone Type Emerald: 1.6 carat (calculated
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Mid-20th Century British Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Emerald, Diamond, White Gold

Antique, Art Deco, French, 18 Carat Gold, Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
, Edwardian, Art Deco and Retro/Vintage. Lots of vintage and antique engagement rings! Please check out our
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold

Midcentury, 1940s 18 Carat White Gold Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
that is wearable enough to be a striking engagement ring, while eye-catching enough to alternatively
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Mid-20th Century British Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Incredible Midcentury 1950s French 18 Carat Rose Gold Morganite and Diamond Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
rings! Each set with extraordinary gemstones: diamond, sapphire, emerald, ruby, opal, turquoise
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Morganite, Rose Gold

Midcentury, 1950s, 18 Carat Gold, Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
Yellow sapphire and diamond ring, circa 1950. Yellow sapphires owe their colour to trace elements
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Mid-20th Century British Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold

Midcentury, 18 Carat Gold, Aquamarine and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
, this beautiful cluster would make a perfect engagement ring. Place Of Origin United Kingdom Stone
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Mid-20th Century British Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold

Midcentury, 18 Carat Gold, Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
, Edwardian, Art Deco and Retro/Vintage. Lots of vintage and antique engagement rings! Please check out our
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Mid-20th Century British Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Antique, 1950s, 18ct White Gold, Extraordinary Mint Quartz and Diamond Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian, Art Deco and Retro/Vintage. Lots of vintage and antique engagement rings
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Diamond, Quartz, White Gold

Antique, Art Deco Style, 18 Carat White Gold, Huge Diamond Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
, Edwardian, Art Deco and Retro/Vintage. Lots of vintage and antique engagement rings! Signed pieces such as
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Late 20th Century American Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Unheated 3.04 Carat Blue/Teal Natural Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Engagement Ring
Located in Yellville, AR
Pictures don't do this ring justice. This would make an incredible, one-of-a-kind engagement ring
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Late 20th Century American Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring

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Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

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Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage black sapphire engagement ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, platinum and 18k gold. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage black sapphire engagement ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a vintage black sapphire engagement ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Marina B are consistently popular. Take a look at a vintage black sapphire engagement ring featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and old european cut versions for sale. Finding a vintage black sapphire engagement ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 4 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Vintage Black Sapphire Engagement Ring?

Prices for a vintage black sapphire engagement ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $490 and can go as high as $100,504, while this accessory, on average, fetches $15,560.

Finding the Right rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.