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Period: 1930s
Gemstone: Sapphire
GIA Certified 1.17 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 5.75 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA REPORT #6204430375 Weight: 1.17 carat Cut: Antique Cushion Color: K Clar...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1930s English Art Deco Kashmir sapphire diamond cluster ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Kashmir sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Kashmir sapphire in an open...
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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Boucheron Paris Solitaire Natural Unenhanced Burmese Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Boucheron Paris Burmese sapphire and diamond solitaire ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Burmese sapphire in an open back claw setting with a weight...
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1930s French Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Engagement Ring with Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The ring is finely crafted in platinum with sapphire and diamonds weighing approximately 1.00 carat.
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1930s Unknown Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique 2.02 Carat Sapphire and 2.78 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine, and impressive 2.02 carat sapphire and 2.78 carat diamond 14 karat yellow gold, platinum set cocktail ring; a part of our diverse collection of antique jewelry. Th...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1.42 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.5 grams Center Diamond Details: Weight: 1.42 carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: I Clarity: V...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring by Tiffany & Co, American, circa 1935.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring by Tiffany & Co. Set with twelve square baguette cut natural unenhanced sapphires in open back rubover channel settings with a combined approximate...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond

Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Ring, circa 1930s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
An Art Deco ring with sapphires and diamonds in platinum, ca. 1930s. The four sapphire carrés in the centre are flanked by two ...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

2.10 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring is finely crafted in platinum with sapphires and diamonds weighing approximately total of 2.10 carat.
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1930s Unknown Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

3.50 Carat Sapphire and 2.50 Carat Diamond Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring finely crafted in platinum. The diamonds weigh approximately 2.50 ct. The sapphire weighs approximately 3.50ct
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1930s Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire

1930s Art Deco GIA Certified .35 Carat Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 5.75 Metal Type: 14 Karat White Gold Weight: 2.8 grams Center Diamond Details GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate #1186256492 Shape: Round Brillian...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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White Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

French 4.90 Carat Burmese Sapphire 1.39ct Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 4.90 carat Burmese sapphire and 1.39 carat diamond, platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique cabochon cut sapphire ring has been crafted in platinum. The pierced decorated setting displays a feature 4.90Ct oval cabochon cut natural blue Burmese sapphire, four claw set in relief. The sapphire is flanked on either side by a 0.68Ct and a 0.71Ct Old European round cut diamond. The elevated and pierced decorated ring shoulders integrate with the main setting and blend seamlessly with the plain ring shank. The ring is hallmarked to the outer surface of the shank with the French hallmark for platinum (dog's head). This Burmese sapphire engagement ring...
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1930s French Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique 1.04 Carat Sapphire and 1.75 Carat Diamond White Gold Clip-on Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive pair of 1.04 carat sapphire and 1.75 carat diamond, 18 karat and 9 karat white gold clip on earrings; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. These fine and impressive antique sapphire earrings...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold

Late Art Deco 0.50 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
A lovely blue sapphire sits between two diamonds in this late art deco three stone ring. The carre cut blue sapphire is 0.50 carat. To either side of the sapphire is a 0.20 carat tra...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

French Art Deco Gold, Diamond and Calibré Sapphire Ring of Geometric Motif
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco gold and gemset ring of stepped geometric design, the top featuring a quarter circle segment set with old European cut diamonds and a chevron of calibré-cut sapphires, in...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold

1930s Diamond and Sapphire Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful heart like shaped clip on earrings are finely crafted in platinum. The diamonds weigh a total of approximately 2.00 carat. The sapphire weigh a total of approximately 6.00 ...
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1930s Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Day and Night Ring with Rubies, Sapphires and Diamonds, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
A day and night ring features a central band made up of rubies and sapphires, and two further bands either side on hinges. They are grain set with d...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Cartier Lapis Lazuli Rock Crystal, Agate, Enamel Art Deco Inkwell
Located in New York, NY
An outstanding Art Deco inkwell by Cartier. The malachite and lapis lazuli rectangular base of mosaic motif, supported by rock crystal and blue enamel feet, set at the center with ...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Sapphire, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Openwork Diamond Bracelet in Platinum
Located in Houston, TX
Art Deco openwork design bracelet in platinum with diamonds accented by synthetic sapphires. There are a total of 65 diamonds that total 3.30 carats, J-L color and SI1-I1 clarity. ...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Certified Natural Burmese Sapphire Art Deco Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Exquisite Art Deco halo ring set in its center with a natural sapphire from Burma with a rich colour surrounded with two rows of diamonds. The ring ...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire

Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Double Platinum Band
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous double wide Platinum band with asymmetric opposition of an approximately 1.10ct Emerald cut Diamond and a Sapphire Baguette and an ...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 5.74 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Original 1930's sapphire and diamond engagement ring. The center is set with a medium blue simple heat only sapphire. GIA certified from Sri Lanka. Platinum setting with 6 round acce...
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1930s Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

1930s Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Platinum Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Art Deco Diamond Round and Baguette cut, Sapphire Round and calibrated on Platinum Ring. Circa 1930.
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

.25 Carat Total Weight Diamond Platinum and White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 4.25 Metal Type: Platinum & 14 karat White Gold Weight: 3.5 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: .25 carat, total weight Color: F Cl...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
In the centre of this cluster ring is a royal blue sapphire weighing 0.40 carat. It is claw set and surrounded by dazzling diamonds. The diamonds are transitional cuts and have a com...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Lady's Platinum Diamond Mechanical Wristwatch
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). The rectangular dial with Arabic nu...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Natural Sapphire Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders, circa 1935
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 5....
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1930s Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Sapphire, Diamond

.75 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 4.1 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: .75 carat Color: I Clarity: VS1 Side Stone Details: Type...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Filigree Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Styled after the classic Victorian English carved ring, but made during the art deco era, this beautifully-preserved three stone ring features a 1.36 carat brilliant round diamond ce...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

1930s Art Deco GIA Certified .60 Carat Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 8.5 Metal Type: 18 Karat White Gold Weight: 3.4 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate #5181300968 Shape: Circular Brill...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum and 18 Karat Butterfly Necklace
Located in Sarasota, FL
18k & Platinum Antique Sapphire and Diamond Butterfly Brooch with AGL & GIA certified no heat sapphires, suspended on 18k white gold chain with 4.50 carats of round brilliant diamonds.
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1930s Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

French Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Pair of platinum earrings, dog head hallmark and 18 carat white gold, eagle head hallmark. In the form of bows, these Art Deco earrings are bezel set with round sapphires in openwork settings with antique brilliant cut diamonds. They feature security clips at the back. Total weight of sapphires: 2.20 carats approximately, total weight of diamonds: 1.80 carat approximately. Length: 2.2 cm, Width at widest: 1.4 cm, Thickness at widest: 5.7 mm. Total weight : 7.6 g approximately. Authentic art...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White G...

Diamond and Sapphire Ribbon Pin in Platinum
Located in Houston, TX
Platinum pin with an 18K yellow gold stem in a ribbon motif. There are 38 square-cut sapphires and 65 round diamonds totaling 5 carats; H-I color and VS1-VS2 clarity. Pin measures ...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Late Art Deco French AGL Certified 4.30ct Natural Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely fantastic natural sapphire and diamond ring from the late Art Deco (ca1930s) era! The ring, which is crafted in platinum and French in origin, displays a natural sapphi...
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1930s French Retro Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Diamond and Sapphire Three Stone Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This vintage circa 1930s diamond and sapphire rendition of the classic three stone engagement ring centres a round deep blue natural sapphire between a pair of round old cut diamonds...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco White Gold Star Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Art Deco 18 Karat White Gold Star Sapphire Diamond Ring, 20.04tcw. The ring features a large bezel-set oval cabochon natural star sapphire measuring 20 x 16 x 13mm. The star has a go...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Star Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Ruby Platinum Butterfly Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning Art Deco pin brooch from the 1930’s that is impressively made with extreme quality, as seen in the settings work on the back and front o...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1935 Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring. Set with an octagonal scissor cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back double four claw setting with an approximate weight of 3.10 c...
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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Color Change Sapphire Cabochon Ring, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
Art Deco colour change sapphire cabochon ring. Set to centre with a sugar loaf cabochon natural unenhanced Ceylon blue/purple colour change sapphire in an open back rubover setting w...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring Set in Platinum
Located in London, GB
A rather unique GIA certified Art Deco emerald cut diamond and sapphire three stone ring set in platinum. This alternative three stone is predominantly set with a lovely certified 0.91 carat emerald cut diamond which is securely four claw set to centre. This piece is a classic example of Art Deco elegance. What makes it so unique is the choice of tapered side stone. Normally we'd see a coloured central stone but here we see sapphires - this is a style that is rare to find and typical of the Art Deco era. Due to the propositions...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1930s Art Deco Sapphire Diamond and Platinum Double Ring
Located in New York, NY
An American Art Deco platinum ring with diamonds and sapphires. The ring has a center old European-cut diamond with an approximate weight of .50 carat flanked by 4 calibre cut sapphi...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Natural Coral Pink Sapphire Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Retro Art Deco dangle earrings with bright deep pink Sapphires and all natural light to medium pink well-polished Coral. Hinged dangle design, circa 1935-1940. Beads at top are flat ...
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1930s Retro Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Coral, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Multi-Gem Butterfly Brooch, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This vintage 1930s era butterfly brooch is set with a whimsical combination of diamonds, green garnets, pink sapphires, blue sapphires and a pearl. Her colourful wings glisten with a beautiful array of old cut stones which include green garnets, diamonds, pink sapphires and champagne diamonds, all pavé set in 18 carat white gold with a lovely millegrain-detailed edge. Her body is comprised in 18 carat yellow gold of a baroque pearl, representing her abdomen and a coronet cluster consisting of a cabochon sapphire and eight cut diamonds, representing her thorax. A pair of deep pink, old cut sapphires...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Natural Unenhanced Kashmir Sapphire Diamond Ring, circa 1935
Located in London, GB
Kashmir sapphire and diamond ring. Centrally set with a rectangular emerald-cut natural unenhanced Kashmir sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 2.12 ca...
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1930s Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 1.51 Carat Green Sapphire Filigree Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural no heat dark yellowish green Sapphire in its original Art Deco 1930-1940 white gold filigree ring. Rich green color. Natural oval S...
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1930s Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Green Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1930s Art Deco 1.28 Carat GIA Certified Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Here we have an Antique Art Deco diamond engagement ring. This fantastic ring has a GIA certified 1.28ct center stone that is ...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum

6.04 Carat Orange Yellow Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Three stone Natural orange yellow Emerald step cut Sapphire engagement ring. GIA certified in its original handmade Platinum setting with full size tapered baguette diamonds. Circa 1...
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1930s Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. 1930s Art Deco Sapphire Platinum Dress Set
Located in New York, NY
A Tiffany & Co. platinum Art Deco 5-piece cuff link set with sapphires weighing approximately 2.05 carats. The dress set is designed with diagonal stripes of square-cut sapphire...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Natural Unenhanced Sapphire Diamond Bracelet, circa 1935
Located in London, GB
Art Deco sapphire and diamond bracelet. Set with five octagonal emerald-cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphires (two of which have been certified a...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

3.90 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
3.90ct sapphire oval center stone with two trilliant cut side diamonds in a platinum three-stone setting. GIA certified sapphire, with simple heat only. 1 oval sapphire 3.90ct. to...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Sapphire Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Platinum diamond and sapphire straight line bracelet, signed Van Cleef & Arpels. Dimensions approx. 7" x .25" x .11" Circa 1930s Fr...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

J. Milhening Inc. Star Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Chicago, American, circa 1935
Located in London, GB
Star sapphire and diamond ring by J. Milhening Inc., Chicago, American, circa 1935. A platinum and iridium ring set with one central oval cabochon star sapphire in a rubover collet s...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

TIFFANY & CO. Cufflinks with Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco double-sided cufflinks made by Tiffany & Co. Set in 14K yellow gold. Made circa 1930. Large size rectangles with engine- turned stripes; each side is set with a sugar loaf sapphire...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Sapphire, 14k Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Ring 2.65ct Oval Sideways Original 1930s Filigree Antique 14k
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's Vintage Sapphire Ring 2.65ct Sideways Oval Rare 14K Yellow Gold Featuring a Dark Ocean Blue 2.65 Carat Genu...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Blue Linde Star Sapphire Ring 8.80ct Original 1930's Antique 18K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's Blue Linde Star Sapphire Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold Featuring a Gorgeous 8.80ct Genuine Oval Cabochon Blue Linde Star Sapphire Cent...
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1930s Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Platinum and Gemstone Drinking Guy Charm
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930s Art Deco Platinum, Diamond and Sapphire set Guy Drinking at a Lamp Post Charm, measuring 3/4 X 5/8 inch, set with Diamonds and Sapphires.
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco French GIA Australian No Heat Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco French GIA Australian No Heat Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Ring. Featuring one octagonal step cut sapphire weighing approximately 2.00 carats, accompanied by GIA #223...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Halo Ring 4ct Sapphire 1ctw Diamonds solid Platinum Ø6.25US/4.3 gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Platinum, Blue Sapphire + Diamonds Halo Flower Ring from 1920 -1930s. Likely German,all metal parts of this ring are made of solid Platinum. Crown measures 17 mm x 12 mm ...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Sapphire Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage and Antique Sapphire Rings, Sapphire Necklaces and Other Sapphire Jewelry for Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, shop the bright blue gems that star in sapphire rings, sapphire necklaces and other vintage and antique sapphire jewelry

Sapphires — the stone of choice for Napoleon, Princess Diana and Elizabeth Taylor — have been a favorite of aristocrats and the well-to-do since the time of the Ancient Greeks.

Picture a sapphire. If the stone you conjure is a deep cornflower blue, you’re seeing only part of the picture. Although blue Kashmirs are considered the most valuable, sapphires come in every color except red. No matter the hue, this very special gem is rich in history and beloved by royals (FYI, Princess Diana and Kate Middleton share an 11-carat sapphire engagement ring), so September babies are in very noble company.

America’s version of royalty — old money and celebrities — have also shown a predilection for the blue stones. In 1940, John D. Rockefeller Jr. had Cartier mount a 62-carat sapphire he had bought from an Indian maharajah in a brooch for his first wife, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller; in 2001, the piece sold for a then-record of $3,031,000 at Christie’s New York.

The grand dame of jewelry, Elizabeth Taylor had a passion for the gems that her lovers were happy to indulge. Second husband Michael Wilding gave her an engagement ring set with a cabochon sapphire, while Richard Burton famously presented her with a BVLGARI sautoir set with diamonds and sapphires, including at its center a cabochon Burmese weighing 52.72 carats. One of the star lots in the sale of Taylor’s jewels at the Christie’s New York in 2011, it sold for $5,906,500.

You don’t have to have blue blood or a bulging bank account, however, to get an eyeful of this much-coveted gem. A number of outstanding examples reside in public collections.

The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History owns the 423-carat Logan sapphire, a gift from the Guggenheim family, and the Hall sapphire and diamond necklace, designed by Harry Winston and featuring 36 fine, well-matched cushion-cut Sri Lankan sapphires weighing a combined 195 carats. Also in the collection is the Bismarck sapphire necklace, designed by Cartier and sporting a central sapphire weighing 98.6 carats, which Mona Von Bismarck donated to the museum.

Sapphires are composed of corundum. Their color derives from trace elements, such as iron, titanium, chromium, copper or magnesium. When the trace element produces a ruby hue, the stone is called, what else, a ruby. (which is, as mentioned above, why sapphires cannot be red by definition).

The allure of large gemstones endures throughout the periods characterized as vintage, and sapphire features frequently in vintage engagement rings. (On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.)  

Find an exquisite collection of vintage and antique sapphire jewelry on 1stDibs.

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