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14k Yellow Gold Oval Sapphire Bezel Set Ring
Located in Towson, MD
What do you see when you look at the sides of this ring? Some see a sapphire and gold quilt, and
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1980s Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18KT Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring, Oval Natural Sapphire
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 18 karat yellow gold sapphire and diamond ring. This engagement ring features an oval
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1970s Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

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

14k yellow Gold Contemporary Oval Sapphire & Oval Diamond Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This 14k yellow gold contemporary ring is lovely, featuring both diamonds and sapphire. The ring
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1950s American Contemporary Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

16ct Oval Yellow Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
Make a statement with this stunning 14k white gold ring that features a phenomenal yellow sapphire
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Diamond East West Oval Sapphire Ring
Located in New York City, NY
, and perfect as an addition to your ring stack. A steal at $695. 14K Yellow Gold .35 pt Sapphire .05
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1980s American Contemporary Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Oval Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Clarity: SI1 Sapphire: 1 oval cut = 0.91ct Dimensions: ring top measures 16mm wide Ring Size: 6.5 (please
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20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Oval and Baguette Sapphire and Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
create a beautiful contrast. The ring was crafted in 14K yellow gold. Gemstone: Sapphire Cut: Oval
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Late 20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Large Oval Sapphire Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Circa 1940's
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Sapphire Ring 14k Yellow Gold Approx weight 7.2 grams Natural Oval Sapphire size approx 11
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1940s Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Star Sapphire Oval Cabochon 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This David Webb ring showcases a lustrous star sapphire atop a gold hammered finish design
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20th Century American Modern Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Star Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Blue Sapphire Oval Ellipse 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring 51
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Vivid Blue Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring set
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1990s French Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Sapphire Ring 18K Gold Oval cut
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This estate ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold and set with natural Earth mined
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20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Cab Pink Opal, Oval-Cut Pink Sapphire Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 14-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

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

18ct Yellow Gold Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size O 5.1g
Located in Southampton, GB
Condition: Good with mild/light scratches Material: 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked: Stamped 750
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20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Blue Sapphire Oval Ellipse 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring US5 49
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Vivid Blue Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring set
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1990s French Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.50 Carats Oval Cut Cabochon Sapphire Yellow Gold Double Shank Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique gemstone fashion ring showcasing a 2.50 carat oval shape blue sapphire cabochon in the
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Original 1992 Oval Royal Blue Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ellipse Ring
By Cartier
Located in Valenza, IT
Original 1992, Cartier Oval Royal Blue Sapphire 18Kt Yellow Gold iconic Ellipse ring, French size
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1990s French Modern Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Reinvented 1.27 Carat Green Oval Sapphire Solitaire Ring 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
green oval sapphire weighs 1.27 carats measures approximately 5.5x5.0 millimetres. Ring Size M
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20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 18k yellow gold ring is set with lovely oval cut ruby and sapphire that weighs 1.85ct
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20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with 2.27 Carat Oval Sapphire and Diamond Center
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat yellow gold ring is designed with a ribbed band that is 8mm wide. An oval Blue
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1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1.20ct Oval Cut Burma Sapphire Engagement Ring, 14k Yellow Gold, No-Heat
Located in New York, NY
Size: 6.5 US, Resizable Metal: Gold, Yellow Gold Stone: Diamond, Sapphire Stone Cut: Oval Style: Retro
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 5.94 Carat Oval NO HEAT GIA Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed GIA Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Gold Cocktail Ring
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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold

1.72 Ct. Oval Pink Sapphire and 1.30 Ct. Diamond Ring, 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A stunning 1.72 ct. Oval Pink Sapphire and 1.30 ct. Diamond Ring made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The
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20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 4.59 Carat Oval Cut Sapphire and 1.02 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive vintage oval cut sapphire ring with diamonds has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white
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1990s Unknown Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Ring Diamonds & Oval Blue Sapphires
Located in Bergamo, BG
Ring made of 18kt yellow gold with natural white brilliant-cut diamonds and natural blue oval-cut
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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 2.70ct Oval Cut Burma Sapphire Engagement Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, No-Heat
Located in New York, NY
, Resizable Metal: Gold, Yellow Gold Stone: White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire Stone Cut: Oval Cut Style
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1980s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ring with 1.47 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Center
By effe
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful 18 karat yellow gold classic style ring features a 1.47 carat oval blue sapphire
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1980s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cocktail Ring-2.10 Ct Oval Sapphires and 0.99Ct Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
~~ S e t t i n g ~~ Solid 18k Yellow Gold 10.20 grams Ring Size 6.5 US ~~ Stones ~~ Main Stone
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20th Century French Retro Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Men's Dark Blue Solitaire Oval Sapphire Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. Ring Style: Solitaire Metal: 18 Yellow Gold Ring size: 11 Weight: 17 grams Natural Sapphire: 2.77 ct
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic Blue Sapphire 10k Yellow Gold Oval Cut with Round-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 10K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts with Oval-cut 1 pcs 0.59 carat Blue Sapphire and Natural
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Bypass Ring, 14k Oval Brilliant Cut 1.08ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
additional sizing options. Metal Content: Guaranteed 14k Gold as stamped (yellow and white) Stone
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Late 20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Brownish Red Sapphire Diamond Ring Center 1.53 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
4.2 mm wide waved shank. In the center of the ring is placed between bar 1.53 - Carat Oval shaped
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20th Century American Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant ring made of 14 ct yellow gold with oval blue sapphire&diamond stimulant
Located in Heemstede, NL
This gem is made of 14 carat yellow gold and holds an oval cushion faceted blue sapphire. This pre
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Late 20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Natural Sapphire Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Sapphire Ring Size 8- This stunning ring features 13 oval
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20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Blue Yellow Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold ring, set with two oval sapphires - one blue (approx. 1.35ct) and one yellow
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20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold

Oval Sapphire on 18 Karat Yellow Gold Setting with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The ring is finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with diamonds weighing approximately total of 0.68
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1970s American Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Oval and Diamond Halo Ring by Mayors in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By MAYORS
Located in Tampa, FL
Blue Sapphire Oval and Diamond Halo Ring by Mayors in 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire: Carat
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1990s American Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Platinum and Yellow Gold Ring, circa 1990s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One sapphire platinum and 18K yellow gold ring centering one gold bezel set, oval brilliant cut
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20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Oval Natural Sapphire and Pave Diamond Band Ring 14 Karat Yellow and White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
absolutely beautiful. Ring size: 5 Metal: 14K White and Yellow Gold Weight: 9.1 grams Natural Sapphire: 1.41
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

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

7.00 Carat Green Blue Yellow Sapphire Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 7.00 Carats of Green, Yellow and Blue Sapphires
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Green Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 1...

14KYG Oval Untreated Natural Orange Sapphire Ring
Located in Seattle, WA
wonderful one-of-a-kind ring. The 3.22ct natural sapphire is cut in an oval shape. Set in solid 14K yellow
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Late 20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Nugget Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Blue Sapphire Nugget Ring. The heavyweight ring features a bezel-set oval blue sapphire
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1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

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

14 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire Filigree Ring
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This beautiful sapphire ring is perfect for every day! 14 karat yellow gold elegant filigree
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Late 20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring, 5.2g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies blue sapphire and diamond ring in 14k yellow gold setting. Stamped 14k and weighs 5.2 grams
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20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Dark Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Dark Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring. The ring features a dark blue step-cut
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1980s American Retro Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

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

David Webb Oval Cut Sapphire Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Oval Cut Sapphire Men's Ring, 1 oval sapphire set west to east. Surrounded by round cut
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1960s American Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Oval Cut Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Oval Cut Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring Sapphire Weight: approximately 2.76 cts Pear Diamond
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1980s Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

4.6ct Oval Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This beautiful ring will be a favorite for years to come! Approximately 4.6 carat oval blue
Category

Late 20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Estate Ring
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
Layers of lovliness to be found in this1.15ct Diamond 1.91ct Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Ring. The
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20th Century Retro Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
The ring made in 18k yellow gold and features a beautiful oval-shaped centerpiece comprised of nine
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1990s Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

BVLGARI ITALY 18k Yellow Gold, Hematite & Yellow Sapphire Ring Circa 1980s
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bvlgari Italy 18k Yellow Gold, Hematite & Yellow Sapphire Ring Circa 1980s Vintage Here is your
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1980s Italian Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Hematite, Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Blue Sapphire Colize Oval Cabochon 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring 50
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Deep Blue Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring set with a
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1990s French Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Hot Pink Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Weighs 5.3 Grams The Center Stone Is an Intense Pink Color Sapphire With Excellent Clarity 1.75
Category

20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold

1970s Oval Sapphire with Diamonds on 14 Karat Yellow Gold Setting
Located in New York, NY
The ring is finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with center stone sapphire weighing approximately
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1970s American Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

18 K Yellow Gold Vintage Entourage Ring Yellow Sapphire Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A bright yellow Sapphire is the central point of this classic Vintage Entourage Ring in 18 K yellow
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1950s Unknown Post-War Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire and diamonds ring in 18k yellow gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Material: 18k yellow gold Weight: 7.8g Size: 54 (free sizing) Certificate Ref. : 23991
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1980s Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

GRS Certified No Heat 12.61 Carat Oval Yellow Sapphire & Emerald Floral Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GRS certified no heat 12.61-carat oval cut Ceylon yellow sapphire with 1 carat total in cabochon
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Late 20th Century Sri Lankan Baroque Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

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

18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size 8.5- This lovely ring features one
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20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring 13110
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size 6 JAGi Certified- This stunning ring
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20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size 9.5- This lovely ring features one
Category

20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size 5- This lovely ring features one oval
Category

20th Century Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

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Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage ring yellow gold sapphire oval you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a vintage ring yellow gold sapphire oval from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing vintage ring yellow gold sapphire oval — no matter the origin — is easy, but Cartier, Fine Jewels UK and Sabbadini each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage ring yellow gold sapphire oval, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval?

The price for a vintage ring yellow gold sapphire oval starts at $558 and tops out at $22,800 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,578.

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.

Questions About Vintage Ring Yellow Gold Sapphire Oval
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Whether you should wear a yellow or white gold sapphire ring is a matter of personal choice. Some people love the look of contrasting metals and stones, so they may prefer to place a cool blue or clear sapphire in a warm-toned yellow gold setting. Those who want a more unified look can choose metals and gemstones with a similar color temperature, such as white gold with a blue sapphire. Shop a wide variety of sapphire rings on 1stDibs.