$562Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold Cushion Chrome Diopside and Iolite Three-Stone Halo Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Celebrate a rich tapestry of color with this vibrant three-stone statement ring. At the center sits a lush, cushion-cut Chrome Diopside in a vivid forest green, flanked by two deep v...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$240Sale Price|20% Off
New 4.30 Carat Citrine & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Ring Size 7.5
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is just beautifully cut and exquisite. It is a Golden Yellow Citrine stone and is 4.30 carats. It is a fancy cut oval stone and measures 12 x 10 mm and is surrounded by di...
Citrine, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
$520Sale Price|20% Off
New .84 Carat Ruby & Sapphire 14k W Gold PL Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is just beautiful and unique. There is a cushion cut ruby at the top of the pendant measuring 6 x 6 mm and then a beautiful split drop section full of pave diamond cut...
Sapphire, Ruby, Sterling Silver, Silver, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Pink Sapphire Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Pink Sapphire Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: Platinum Chain: 16" Weight: 4.70 grams Pendant: 16mm wide x 14mm high Diamond: 8 round brilliant diamon...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Ring with sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.75ct 18k gold 7.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour gold band ring with a harp pattern set with a central sapphire 1.00 ct and brilliant-cut diamonds up to 0.75 ct - ring size US 7.5 - EU 17.75 (56) Detailed descriptio...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Solid Silver Amethyst, Citrine & Sapphire Multi Gemstone Sunflower Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This striking cocktail ring showcases an impressive 25.62 carats of natural amethyst, citrine, and sapphire in a bold floral inspired design. An oval amethyst centerpiece is framed b...
Amethyst, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Silver
Colleen Lopez Rose de France Sapphire and Diamond Sterling Silver Bracelet
Located in Webster, SD
This colorful piece is the Colleen Lopez "Rose de France" Colors of Sapphire and Diamond Sterling Silver Bangle. The handcrafted design features: Centerpieces: Two bypass-style squa...
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Multi Sapphire & Citrine Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Multi Sapphire & Citrine Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Citrine 12 Carats Natural Sapphires 3 Carat Natural Ruby and Mix Gems 2 Carat Sig...
Citrine, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,175Sale Price|50% Off
18K Gold 1.07ct Oval Blue Sapphire & 0.20ct Diamond Halo Sunburst Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A vivid 1.07ct oval blue sapphire is framed by a shimmering 0.20ct diamond sunburst halo, all set in rich 18k yellow gold. The sapphire’s deep dusky blue contrasts beautifully with t...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Silvorra Channel Set 2.36 CTW Natural Blue Sapphire Sterling Silver Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 2.36 carat baguette cut blue sapphire band ring, crafted in 925 sterling silver. The precisely matched gemstones are channel set, creating a sleek, uninterrupted line of...
Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 18ct White Gold, Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Ring, Circa 1980s
Located in Brighton, GB
Cabochon Sapphire & Diamond Ring Stamped 750 Circa 1980 An 18ct white gold dress ring centred with a deep blue cabochon sapphire, its dome polished to a smooth, high lustre t...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,792Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald Shaped Ceylon Sapphire 3.75ct Diamond Cocktail Ring, 18K Gold
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite Cocktail Ring with Emerald Shaped Ceylon Sapphire weighing 2.40 carat, Two Trillion Diamond, weighing 0.50 carat, surrounded by pave set diamonds weighing 0...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Mexican Fire Opal, Orange Sapphires & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Mexican Fire Opal & Orange Sapphire Engagement Ring set in 18K Yellow Matte Gold & natural...
Diamond, Sapphire, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.58 cts, Opalescent effect natural pink sapphire
By True Gems
Located in บางรัก, TH
Opalescent effect natural pink sapphire Origin: Sri Lanka Size: 9.1 x 7.0 x 4.7 mm Weight: 2.58 ct Shape: octagon
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire
$440Sale Price|20% Off
New 4.7 Carat Amethyst & Diamond Cut White Sapphire Sterling Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are just so beautiful! They are beautiful pair cut stones and are total 4.70 carats. They are very high-quality stones. They measure 10 x 7 mm. They are elegantly se...
Amethyst, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Ring natural 1.25ct. Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø US 5.75 / 1.3 gr
Located in SE
Fine Ring with plain shoulders decorated with a natural Blue Sapphire set in claws. Best choice for careful everyday wear. Swedish customs hallmarks , 18K, likely imported from Germ...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Blue Sapphires Diamonds 14K Solid White Gold Enamel Aquamarine Drops Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
On the top 3 Blue Sapphire oval cabs with a 0,05 ct diamonds in the center,middle parts in white gold ,14 round full cut diamonds,Blue Enamel,2 Aquamarine plain drops measuring 13x5...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Silvorra Pear and Marquise Cut Pink Sapphire Three Stone Ring in Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This delicate three-stone ring features 0.59 carats of natural pink sapphires in an elegant pear and marquise cut combination in silver. A slender 1.86 mm shank offers a refined, lig...
Pink Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Modern 14 Karat Gold 32.00 Carat Cabochon Sapphire 1.35 Carat Diamond Bracelet
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a stunning modern design bracelet crafted in 14K gold. Circa 2000. The piece features: - 71 sapphires, round cabochon cut, TW 32.00ct, B 6/4, VS-SI - 24 diamonds, round bri...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k 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
$2,587Sale Price|25% Off
14K Yellow Gold GIA Certified Natural Star Sapphire & Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate the beauty of one of nature's most fascinating optical gemstones with this elegant 14K Yellow Gold Three-Stone Ring, featuring a GIA Certified 5.32 Carat Natural Blue Star ...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silvorra Double Row Multisapphire & Diamond Geometric Band Ring in Solid Silver
Located in New York, NY
This striking 2.30 carat natural multisapphire half band ring, handcrafted in 925 sterling silver. Featuring 2 x 3 mm precisely cut baguette shaped sapphires in a spectrum of lively ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
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
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Sapphire, Emerald & Diamond Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Sapphire, Emerald & Diamond Ring 18K Gold & Silver We pay for Duties and Shipping Experience elevated Mediterranean luxury with this rare Bochic “Capri” Vin...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,455Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Yellow Sapphire, Citrine & Diamonds Set 18K Gold & Silve
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Yellow Sapphire, Citrine & Diamonds Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Center Oval Shape Citrine 16.00 Carat Natural White Diamonds 1.00 Carat ...
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Art Deco Ladies Hamilton Wrist Watch French Cut Sapphire 14KGF Original 1932
Located in Dearborn, MI
Art Deco Ladies Hamilton Wrist Watch French Cut Sapphire 14KGF Original 1932 Features 4 Genuine French Cut Sapphire Gemstones in the Band Runs Great and Keeps Accurate Time Incr...
Sapphire, Gold-filled
Antique Platinum, Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Rectangular Shaped Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Ring Platinum Circa 1910 A striking and sophisticated original Edwardian ring, crafted in platinum and centred around a richly coloured natural sap...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Attributed To Fabergé 18ct Gold And Diamond Gun Metal Cigarette Case, Circa 1893
By Fabergé
Located in Portland, England
Attributed to Fabergé, this important 18ct gold and rose-cut diamond gunmetal cigarette case belonged to Princess Albertine of Montenuovo, daughter of Wilhelm Albrecht, 1st Prince of...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Pink Sapphire Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Pink Sapphire Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: Platinum Chain: 16" Weight: 5.0 grams Pendant: 16mm wide x 14mm high Diamond: 8 round brilliant diamond...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Silvorra Four Stone Blue Sapphire & Diamond Quaterfoil Statement Ring 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This shimmering 1.23 carat sapphire and diamond floral cocktail ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver and showcases four marquise cut . Arranged in a graceful four petal floral moti...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Silvorra Blue Sapphire Flower Cluster Cocktail Ring in Solid Silver Gift for her
Located in New York, NY
This vibrant 2.28 carats natural blue sapphire floral cocktail ring is crafted in 925 Sterling Silver. The design showcases a floral arrangement of oval and round cut blue sapphires,...
Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
1929 Ring 1ct Blue Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold / ØUS6.5 /1.85gr
Located in SE
Art - Deco period German Sapphire and Diamonds Ring with parts in solid 18K Gold and Platinum. Hallmarked 18K , marks of German maker, Swedish import marks, imported in 1929 ( year ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Set in 18K Rose Gold, 6.11 carats, Pink Sapphires & Diamonds Dangle Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Pink Sapphires Chandelier/ Dangle Earrings set in 18K Rose Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Pink Sapphires is 6.11 carats. The ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,237Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Coral, Pearl & Rose Cut Sapphire Earrings 18K Gold & Silv
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Coral, Pearl & Rose Cut Sapphire Earrings Set18K Gold & Silver Salmon color coral White South sea Pearl with pink tone Salmon coral drop Rose Cut Mu...
Coral, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, G...
$1,575Sale Price|30% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Amethyst Cuff - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Natural Ruby, Sapphire & EmeraldCuff Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Rubies 4 Carat Origin Africa Natural Blue Sapphire 4 Carat Origin Sri Lanka Natural Peri...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
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 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
Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring 3.16ct Antique Platinum 1930's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's Sapphire and Diamond Ring 3.16ct Vintage Platinum Features a Genuine 3ct Natural Blue Oval Sapphire at its Center Sapphire Has Been T...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Sterling Silver Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Three Row Design by Silvorra
Located in New York, NY
This vibrant 3.16 carat natural baguette cut pink sapphire band ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver. Each pink sapphire measures approximately 3 x 2 mm and is expertly set to enha...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
$950Sale Price|50% Off
18K Gold 0.95ct Oval Blue Sapphire & 0.08ct Diamond Floral Pendant Enhancer
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Handcrafted in 18k gold, these floral pendant centers a vivid 0.95ct oval blue sapphire, framed by six diamond‑set petals totaling 0.08ct. The contrast of gold, bright pavé diamonds,...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
14K Yellow & White Gold, Diamond, and Sapphire Signet Style Men's Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine and large sized signet style ring. In 14 karat yellow and white golds. Bezel set with a 1.17± Ctw round brilliant cut natural diamond (clarity: VS1, color: F-G) surrounded b...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$260Sale Price|20% Off
New 1.14 Carat Red Ruby Cabochon & Diamond Cut Ruby Sterling Pendant Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
This is such a beautiful necklace. It has a 7 x 5 x 3 ruby cabochon stone that totals 1.14 carats. The stone is from Madagascar. It is surrounded by diamond cut rubies. The pen...
Ruby, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Silvorra Baguette & Square Cut Sapphire Band Ring in 925 Sterling Silver for her
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring showcases 2.51 carats of baguette and square cut blue sapphires, expertly handcrafted in 925 sterling silver. The striking arrangement of mixed cut sapphires create...
Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Multi-Gemstone & Diamond Eternity Band in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Vintage Multi-Gemstone & Diamond Eternity Band in 18k Yellow Gold This vintage ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a colorful assortment of bezel-set emerald, citrine, s...
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapp...
$1,383Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic 'Orient' Vintage Ruby & Rose Sapphire Drop Earrings 18K Gold & SIlver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Rose Sapphires & Pearl Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver South Sea Baroque Pearls, Gray / Silver Color with Pink Tones Circa 90s Multi Color Natural Rose C...
Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire,...
Green Turquoise Blue Sapphires Lapislazuli Green Enamels Diamonds Gold Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
SHIPPING+CUSTOM DUTY ARE PAID BY SELLER In these unique art deco style earrings we have the upper parts composed by 2 Turkmenistan Green Turquoise round buttons 12 mm in diameter wi...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
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
Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Saint Andrew's Cross Cufflinks, circa 1910"
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Edwardian Platinum-Topped 18 Karat Gold Saint Andrew's Cross Rose Cut Diamond and Calibré Sapphire Cufflinks, circa 1910 Descripción An elegant and finely crafted pair of Edwardian c...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
$5,250Sale Price / set|25% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond, Opal & Fancy Sapphire Necklace & Earrings Suite
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond, Opal & Fancy Sapphire Necklace & Earrings Suite 18K Gold & Silver Drop Necklace, Multi natural gem and Diamond necklace and earrings Beautiful Na...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Set in 18K white Gold, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Blue Sapphire & Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Blue Sapphire is 1.06 c...
Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Earrings with carnelian, sapphire and rock crystal 18k gold 22.8 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold clip-on earrings set with carnelian, sapphire, and rock crystal – 22.8 grams Detailed description: The dimensions of the earring are 4.4 cm in length and 1.7 cm in ...
Carnelian, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Forever Platinum Diamond Pink Sapphire Embrace 3mm Band Ring 6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Forever Platinum Diamond Pink Sapphire Embrace 3mm Band Ring 6 Metal: Platinum Size: 6 Band Width: 3mm Diamond: 3 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .24 Pink...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
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
$7,215Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic Capri Vintage Italian Fire Opal, Emerald, Sapphire & Diamond Necklace
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Classic Italian Diamond, Emerald, Opal & Sapphire Necklace 18K Gold & Silver Choker Necklace Gemstones Natural Fire Opal — 33.60 Carats Natural Sri...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal
Faceted blue sapphire, 1.56 ct
By True Gems
Located in บางรัก, TH
Faceted blue sapphire sku449 Weight: 1.56 ct Size: 5.8x4 mm Color: blue Origin: Sri Lanka Treatment heated, excellent cutting
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
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 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
2.53 cts, Untreated bluish violet sapphire with a GIA certificate
By True Gems
Located in บางรัก, TH
Untreated bluish violet sapphire with a GIA certificate sku04 Weight: 2.53 carats Size: 8.72x6.82x4.98 mm Origin: Sri Lanka
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
$750Sale Price|50% Off
18K Gold 1.49ct Deep Blue Sapphire & 0.03ct Diamond Pendant Enhancer
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A refined study in color and light, this handcrafted 18k gold pendant centers a 1.49‑carat deep blue sapphire whose velvety tone evokes classic Thai gem heritage. The oval sapphire i...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage gold ruby sapphire emerald glass cabochon rhinestone designer runway cli
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned high end earrings • gold tone, ruby, emerald and sapphire glass cabochons and rhinestones • vintage designer runway clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1 1/8" b...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
On 1stDibs, shop the bright blue gems that star in sapphire rings, sapphire necklaces and other vintage and antique sapphire jewelry.
Sapphires — the stone of choice for Napoleon, Princess Diana and Elizabeth Taylor — have been a favorite of aristocrats and the well-to-do since the time of the Ancient Greeks.
Picture a sapphire. If the stone you conjure is a deep cornflower blue, you’re seeing only part of the picture. Although blue Kashmirs are considered the most valuable, sapphires come in every color except red. No matter the hue, this very special gem is rich in history and beloved by royals (FYI, Princess Diana and Kate Middleton share an 11-carat sapphire engagement ring), so September babies are in very noble company.
America’s version of royalty — old money and celebrities — have also shown a predilection for the blue stones. In 1940, John D. Rockefeller Jr. had Cartier mount a 62-carat sapphire he had bought from an Indian maharajah in a brooch for his first wife, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller; in 2001, the piece sold for a then-record of $3,031,000 at Christie’s New York.
The grand dame of jewelry, Elizabeth Taylor had a passion for the gems that her lovers were happy to indulge. Second husband Michael Wilding gave her an engagement ring set with a cabochon sapphire, while Richard Burton famously presented her with a BVLGARI sautoir set with diamonds and sapphires, including at its center a cabochon Burmese weighing 52.72 carats. One of the star lots in the sale of Taylor’s jewels at the Christie’s New York in 2011, it sold for $5,906,500.
You don’t have to have blue blood or a bulging bank account, however, to get an eyeful of this much-coveted gem. A number of outstanding examples reside in public collections.
The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History owns the 423-carat Logan sapphire, a gift from the Guggenheim family, and the Hall sapphire and diamond necklace, designed by Harry Winston and featuring 36 fine, well-matched cushion-cut Sri Lankan sapphires weighing a combined 195 carats. Also in the collection is the Bismarck sapphire necklace, designed by Cartier and sporting a central sapphire weighing 98.6 carats, which Mona Von Bismarck donated to the museum.
Sapphires are composed of corundum. Their color derives from trace elements, such as iron, titanium, chromium, copper or magnesium. When the trace element produces a ruby hue, the stone is called, what else, a ruby. (which is, as mentioned above, why sapphires cannot be red by definition).
The allure of large gemstones endures throughout the periods characterized as vintage, and sapphire features frequently in vintage engagement rings. (On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.)
Find an exquisite collection of vintage and antique sapphire jewelry on 1stDibs.