Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Band Ring Hallmarked 18ct Gold Engraved 1905 DG to EL Makers Mark L & L 18ct yellow gold ring, set with three round-cut sapphires and two dia...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Makers Mark S B This exquisite Victorian ring is crafted from 18ct yellow gold and beautifully showcases three vib...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early Fabergé Tiger’s Eye Cat, Diamond Collar, Sapphire Eyes, c.1880
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
A rare and early animal study attributed to Peter Carl Fabergé, dating to circa 1880—created at the very beginning of the period when Fabergé first introduced his celebrated series o...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold French Stamped, Edwardian Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Cabochon Sapphire Ring 18ct Gold French Stamped Circa 1910 Step back in time with this exquisite 18ct gold ring from the Edwardian era, showcasing a stunning centre cabochon natu...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$400Sale Price|20% Off
New 4.25 Carat Aquamarine & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Pendant Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is a pear cut Aquamarine and is 4.25 carats. It measures 13.6 x 10 mm and has 2 beautiful diamond cut white sapphires on the filigree bail. They are all placed in a 925 st...
Aquamarine, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
1917 Ring natural 0.75ct Green Sapphire solid 18K Gold ØUS5 / 1 gr.
Located in SE
A Ring from the distant Art- Deco period, the band in solid 18K Yellow Gold with a bezel set oval cut natural Green Sapphire of oval cut 6.5 mm x 5 mm x 2.8 mm deep / ca. 0.75 ct. Gr...
Green Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, 1912 Hallmarked, Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique 18ct Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ring Hallmarked Chester 1912 18ct yellow gold ring, set with three round-cut sapphires and two diamonds in alternating order. Each stone i...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring natural 0.5ct Sapphire Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS7.5 /2.3gr
Located in SE
Beautiful German Ring with parts in solid 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum. Ca. 1900s - 1930s , hallmarked 765. Openwork Crown : 9.3 mm x 8.5mm x 4.3mm deep. Bezel set natural Blue ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold, Chester 1912 Hallmark, Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Gypsy Ring Hallmarked 18ct Gold Chester 1912 18ct yellow gold ring, set with two round-cut sapphires and three diamonds in alternating order. Each s...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian era Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1910 A truly exquisite Edwardian era sapphire and diamond ring, crafted in rich 18ct gold and platinum and datin...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Ring 0.65ct Sapphire 0.2 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø3.75 US/ 2gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Sapphire and Diamonds Ring,hand - made ca. 1920s - 1930s. Band and part of openwork crown in solid 18 ct Yellow Gold with face and clusters in Platinum. Likely German, h...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
18K White Gold 1.55ct Oval Orange Sapphire & 0.55ct Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A vivid burst of color and light, this 18k white gold ring centers a 1.55‑carat oval orange Songea sapphire, prized for its fiery hue and exceptional brilliance. The sapphire is fram...
Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
22K Yellow Gold Hammered Band Ring with Diamonds, Green Sapphires & Amethyst
Located in Orlando, FL
22K Yellow Gold Hammered Band Ring with Diamonds, Green Sapphires & Amethyst Diamonds – 8 princess cut diamonds, approx. 0.80ctw, G color, SI1 clarity Green Sapphires – 8 round,...
Amethyst, Diamond, Green Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Blue Sapphire Ring Diamond Cocktail Ring Solid Yellow Gold Statement
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Diamond & Sapphire Ring - all natural stones ! Solid 18k Yellow Gold Approx 6.70 grams Natural Diamonds approx 1.00 carat H-I-VS Shiny stones with "life" Center Clean Blue ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Halo Ring 0.7ct Sapphire 1ctw Diamonds solid 18K Rose Gold Ø8US/ 2.85gr
Located in SE
Halo Ring in solid 18K Rose Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 10 natural Diamonds. European, hand - made ca. 1900s -1920s. Not hallmarked, metal tested solid 18K Gold. Gold alloy ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Platinum, Edwardian era Calibrated Ruby & Sapphire Flipover Night and Day Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Sapphire Reversible Ring Platinum Circa 1910s Introducing our exquisite Edwardian era flipover ring, a stunning example of craftsmanship and design from the early 20th ...
Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
18ct Gold & Platinum Victorian Diamond, Sapphire Ruby and Pearl Pendent Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Figure Eight Necklace 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1880 A truly enchanting and authentic Victorian era pendant, beautifully crafted in luxurious 18ct yellow gold ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct and Platinum, Edwardian era Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Diamond & Sapphire Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 An exquisite Edwardian era ring, beautifully crafted in 18ct yellow gold and platinum, dating to the early 20th century. T...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold
Antique Platinum, Edwardian era Sapphire & Diamond Oval Halo Cluster ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Diamond & Sapphire Ring Platinum Circa 1910 An exquisite Edwardian-era ring crafted in platinum, showcasing the era’s signature elegance, symmetry, and fine detail. At the ce...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Ring with sapphire, taper and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.75ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with sapphire and taper and brilliant-cut diamonds up to 0.75 ct - ring size US 7.5 - EU 17.75 (56) Detailed description: The top of the ring is 1.6 cm wid...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$3,825Sale Price|50% Off
18K White Gold 2.11ct Thai Blue Sapphire & 0.96ct Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A striking high‑jewelry statement, this 18k white gold cocktail ring showcases a 2.11‑carat oval Thai blue sapphire distinguished by its dark, velvety blue hue—a depth of color highl...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Triple-Strand Cultured Akoya Pearl Necklace 18K Carat Diamond Sapphire Bow Clasp
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A composed and elegant three-strand necklace of cultured pearls, graduated in scale and selected for their soft, luminous champagne tone. The strands fall with natural fluidity, crea...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Set in 18K Rose Gold, 17.97 carats, Ceylon Pink Sapphires modern Stud Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Pink Sapphire Stud Earrings set in 18K Rose Gold. The weight of the Pink Sapphires is 17.97 carats. The Pink Sapphires are of Ceylon (Sri...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ring with sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.19ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold ring set with sapphire and brilliant-cut diamond total 0.19ct – F/G – VS/SI - ring size U.S. 6.5 - EU. 17(53) detailed description: The top of the ring is oval-shape...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
18K White Gold 11.22ct Squared Blue Sapphire & 0.40ct Diamond Geometric Earrings
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
These striking earrings showcase the precision and drama of invisible‑set gemstone craftsmanship. Each piece features a seamless mosaic of 11.22 carats of squared blue sapphires, arr...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,125Sale Price|50% Off
18K White Gold 1.10ct Round Pastel Blue Sapphire & 0.70ct Diamond Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
This 18k white gold band features five round‑cut pastel blue sapphires (1.10ct) framed by four bezel‑set round diamonds for crisp contrast and symmetry. The outer surfaces of the ban...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$240Sale Price|20% Off
New 2.75 Carat Citrine & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Ring Size 7.5
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Sri Lanka and is just beautifully cut and exquisite. It is a Golden Yellow Citrine stone and is 2.75 carats. It is a fancy cut oval stone and measures 9.5 x 8.5 mm...
Citrine, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Leto Lama Marquise Pastel Abstract Cocktail Ring Sapphires, Paraibas 18 Ct Gold
Located in London, GB
Cluster of Joy — Marquise Cocktail Ring A celebration of colour, spontaneity, and the beauty of the hand, this one-of-a-kind marquise cocktail ring is sculpted directly in 18ct y...
Sapphire, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold
$400Sale Price|20% Off
New 1.54 Carat Blue Sapphire & Gold and Blue Enamel Gold PL Sterling Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are just gorgeous! The each have seven 3 mm blue sapphires that total .77 on each earring. They are set in a beautiful gold floral and blue enamel setting . They ha...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold, Enamel
$280Sale Price|20% Off
New 1.50 Carat Blue Sapphire Sterling Silver Post Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are just gorgeous! The stones are from Africa and measure .75 cts each. They are a deep rich blue and are oval stones that measure 7 x 4.5 mm. They are surrounded b...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
ART DECO ring with sapphire and old mine cut diamonds up to 1.30ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
ART DECO 18k gold and platinum ring set with sapphire and old mine cut diamonds up to 1.30ct – G/H – SI – ring size U.S. 10.5 – EU. 20.25(64) detailed description: The top of the r...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
$1,050Sale Price|50% Off
18K Gold 0.79ct Oval Hot Pink Sapphire & 0.06ct Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
This 18k gold engagement ring centers on a 0.79‑carat oval hot pink sapphire—a gemstone chosen for its electric saturation and unmistakable presence. The sapphire is secured in a ref...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
New 5.50 Carat Sapphire & Diamond Cut Sapphire 14k White Gold PL Ring Size 7.5
Located in Eagan, MN
The ring is a size 7.5. The stone is from Sri Lanka. It is a beautiful oval cut stone and is 5.50 carats. It is a very high-quality stone. It measures 11.5 x 9.6 mm and is surround...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, White Gold
$225Sale Price|50% Off
Vintage Sterling Silver 1.76ct Black Star Sapphire & Quartz Ring, Size 7.5
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A sleek sterling silver ring showcasing a 1.76ct strong black star sapphire with a sharp six‑ray asterism. Four white quartz accents add bright contrast, enhancing the sapphire’s dep...
Star Sapphire, Black Star, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian era Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Drop Earrings 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 A refined and elegant pair of authentic Edwardian sapphire and diamond drop earrings, dating to the early 20th c...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
18k Bicolour Gold Cocktail Ring with 1.40ct Sapphire & 2.20ct Diamonds
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour gold ring set with sapphire 1.40 ct and taper, carre and brilliant cut diamond up to 2.20 ct -F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 6 - EU 16.5 (52) detailed description: the top...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Bochic Capri Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald Ring in 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond, Blue Sapphire & Emerald Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Center Oval Shape Ruby 8.00 Carat Natural Emeralds 2.00 Carats Natural Blue...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Earrings with sapphire 4.00ct and brilliant cut diamond sup to 1.50ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold earrings set with sapphire up to 4.00ct and brilliant-cut diamonds up to 1.50ct - F/G - VS/SI detailed description: the dimensions of the earring are 3.2 cm long by ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1984 Ring natural 1.6ct Sapphire 0.33ct Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US6.25 / 4.2gr
Located in SE
Vintage Ring in solid 18K Yellow and White Gold featuring natural light Cornflower Blue Sapphire of oval cut 7.25mm x 5.75mm x 3.8mm deep / ca. 1.6 ct .that demonstrates color zoning...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage EFFY Designer 3.00tcw Blue Sapphire Pave 6mm Gold Band Ring
By Effy
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage EFFY Blue Sapphire Pave 6mm Gold Band Ring. securely Pave Hand set with 3.00tcw Blue Sapphires. Hand-crafted 14K White Gold mounting. Ring size 7.25, we off...
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$938Sale Price|20% Off
14k Yellow Gold Bicolor Pendant Necklace with Ruby, Sapphire, Diamonds
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a bicolor gold pendant set with ruby, sapphire and old mine cut diamond. 0.50ct - H/I - SI - 45 cm long detailed description necklace is 45 cm long an...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & Multi Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & Multi Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set in 18K Gold & Silver A radiant celebration of color and Italian elegance, this Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & Multi Sa...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, ...
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Cluster Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning Victorian cluster ring that epitomises timeless elegance. At its centre, this ring showcases a captivati...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fei Liu Indian Jasper, Ruby and Yellow Sapphire 14 Karat Gold Flower Earrings
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, .
14ct gold flower earrings featuring carved Indian jasper flowers, ruby centres, and yellow sapphire detailing. A sculptural composition inspired by natural form and colour. - Metal:...
Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Jasper, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, 1920s Original Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Art Deco Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s This exquisite original Art Deco statement ring features a central brilliant-cut diamond surrounded by a sculptural open...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Leto Lama Ocean Ring Band Sapphires Paraibas Emerald and Diamonds in 18 Ct Gold
Located in London, GB
luminous ocean palette captured in gold. This sculptural band is set with vivid Paraíba tourmalines in electric sea-blue tones, deep marine sapphires, brilliant white diamonds that ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Ring natural 1.75ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold / ØUS 7.75 /2.8gr
Located in SE
Art - Deco period Sapphire and Diamonds Ring made between ca. 1920 - 1940s. No hallmarks,metal tested solid 18K Gold. Crown is 10 mm x 9.6 mm x 4.25 mm deep with top in White Gold ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Classic Blue Sapphire 2.22ct Diamond Ring Cocktail Ring Solid 14k Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
New Vintage Diamond & Sapphire Ring Solid 14k White Gold Approx 3.80 grams Natural Diamonds approx 0.83 carat mix grades J-K-I-H - SI-VS Shiny stones with nice brilliance "life" Cen...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 1930's Sapphire and Rose Cut Diamond Ring 18k Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1930's. Antique two tone ring with a synthetic emerald cut sapphire and rose cut diamonds. The delicate milgrain and intricate basket are really nice touches to the ring. In go...
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald, Ceylon Pink Sapphires & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very stunning and gorgeous, modern style, Emerald & Pink Sapphires Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 10.82 carats. The Emerald is comp...
Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, 1920s Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Sapphire Deco Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1920s Step back into the glamorous 1920s with this fabulous original Art Deco ring. Crafted from 18ct yellow gold and plat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
$400Sale Price / item|20% Off
Ruby And Blue Sapphire Oval Cabochons Baroque Pearls 14K Gold Diamonds Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
The upper part of these earrings, composed of 2 large ruby cabochons and 2 blue sapphire cabochons, with in the middle 2 small full cut diamonds, supports a pair of white baroque pea...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Aquamarine, Ethiopian Opal and Blue Sapphires Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Aquamarine, Opal & Blue Sapphires Two Finger Cocktail Ring set in 18K white Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Aquamarine is 1.40...
Aquamarine, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
GIA 18K 1.01 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 1.01 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Kashmir unheated Purple Pink Sapphire weighing 1.01 ct set on the 18K yellow gold band with nat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Multi Sapphires & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Opal & Multi Sapphire Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 2.93 carats. Th...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby, Sapphire & Multi Gem Ring 18K Gold & Silve
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Multi Gem Cocktail Ring Set in 18K Gold & Silver A bold expression of color and craftsmanship, this exceptional Bochic “Capri” cockta...
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
1.55 Carat Natural Loose Parti Sapphire Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Parti Sapphire Weight: 1.55 Carats Dimension: 7.7 x 6.2 x 3.3 Mm Origin: Madagascar Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary beauty and enduring all...
Sapphire, Other
GIA 18K 0.62 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 0.62 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Kashmir unheated Purple Pink Sapphire weighing 0.62 ct set on the 18K yellow gold band with nat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Light Blue Enamel Cuff Bracelet Blue Sapphire Diamond Star Divine Child
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J Dauphin Divine Child Sapphire & Diamond Light Blue Enamel Gold Cuff Designer: J Dauphin Materials: 14k Gold-Plated Brass, Light Blue Enamel Stone: Natural Blue Sapphire (1), N...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
German Kabirski Enki Singular Edition Gold Plated Silver Ring with Sapphires
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Enki ring is a one-of-a-kind Singular Edition piece by German Kabirski, handmade in sterling silver and plated with 18K gold. Its bold barrel silhouette holds 8 natural rainbow s...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
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.
