1.62 Carat "Cornflower" Blue Sapphire and White Diamond Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A gorgeous ring, it features an elegant octagon-cut natural Ceylon cornflower blue sapphire weighing 1.63 carat, flanked by white trapezoid-cut diamonds weighing a total of 0.63 cara...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry Certified Natural untreated Cornflower Blue Sapphire Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring a true cornflower blue untreated Sri Lankan Ceylon Sapphire j...
Blue Sapphire
Emilio Jewelry Certified 14.00 Carat Untreated Cornflower Blue Sapphire Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Focal point: Gorgeous cornflower blue 12.20ct + Unheated sapphire Total...
Blue Sapphire
Cornflower Blue 1.00ct Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond 18k White Gold Trilogy Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Cornflower Blue Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond 18k White Gold Three Stone Ring. 1.00 Carat sapphire with a vivid cornflower blue colour and excellent clarity.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry Certified Cornflower Blue No Heat Sapphire Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Main stone: Just over 6 carat “Cornflower Blue” certified No Heat sapphire of superb clarity.
Sapphire
Emilio Jewelry Certified 6.00 Carat Cornflower Blue Kashmir Sapphire
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. Certified by Grs, Gubelin, and SSEF thi...
Sapphire
Emilio Jewelry Certified No Heat 6.70 Carat Cornflower Blue Sapphire Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
The color has been officially classified on the certificate as cornflower blue, one of the most desirable colors. Sapphire super gem without compromise?
Blue Sapphire
Emilio Jewelry Certified 7.34 Carat No Heat Cornflower Blue Sapphire Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. This item has been appraised by the exp...
Blue Sapphire
Vintage Tiffany & Co Cornflower Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co Round Cut Cornflower Blue Sapphire And Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
4.50 Carat Cornflower Blue Sapphire Diamond Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond engagement ring. 4.50ct oval AGL certified center cornflower sapphire, accented with tow trilliant cut side diamonds in a three-stone 18k yellow and white gold s...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
3cts Cornflower Blue Sapphire Ring with Natural Diamonds: 14K Dual Color Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
Specifications: Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Cornflower Blue Sapphire Treatment: Heated Weight: 3.1cts Head Size: 8x7mm Shape: Emerald cut Hardness: 9 Country of Origin: Ceylon Me...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified .65 Carat Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Cornflower blue round sapphire center stone with two round accent diamonds in a platinum three-stone setting.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$14,680Sale Price|20% Off
Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Chandelier Earrings, 20.98ct, 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
Showcasing an extraordinary 20.98 carats of vivid cornflower-blue sapphires, each stone is of a size and quality typically reserved for single-stone rings — yet here they come togeth...
Apatite, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, W...
Ceylon Sapphire Diamond 18K White Gold Engagement Ring, 4.302 Carat Sri Lanka
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
The stone displays an attractive cornflower blue hue, highly prized among collectors and sapphire enthusiasts.
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Krementz GIA 3.57 Carat Natural Sapphire Halo Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Krementz & Co
Located in Stamford, CT
Cornflower blue sapphire and diamond three-stone engagement ring by classic designer, Krementz. 3.57ct cornflower blue round Sapphire center stone.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
5.28 Carat Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Truly spectacular 1920’s Art Deco Emerald Cut Sapphire and diamond Platinum engagement ring. AGTA certified simple heat only 5.28ct octagonal cornflower blue sapphire center stone, m...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Cornflower Blue 0.92 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Oxford, GB
A cornflower blue sapphire and diamond trilogy ring, set with a central cornflower blue sapphire which is eye clean beautiful stone and two diamonds totalling in 0.3cts VS2 clarity.
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
AGL 6.46 Carat Ceylon "Heat" Cornflower Blue Sapphire Three-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
An excellent 6.46 Carat Heated-Ceylon Sapphire ring amplified by two Trapezoid-Cut White Diamonds. Inquiries for additional photos, videos, and requests to see this piece in-person...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Natural Ceylon Cornflower Blue Sapphire 3.06 Carats Gemstone for Ring Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Cornflower Blue Sapphire Stone, Available for sale at wholesale price natural high quality 3.06 carats Vvs Clarity Loose Sapphire from Sri lanka.
Blue Sapphire
Art Deco 14K White Gold Natural No Heat Cornflower Blue Sapphire 1.50CTW Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Art Deco 14k white gold natural no heat cornflower blue sapphire 1.50ctw ring Era: Art Deco Composition: 14K white gold Primary stone: 3 Square step cut natural no heat cornflower bl...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co Cornflower Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co Round Cut Cornflower Blue Sapphire And Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry Certified 6.25 Carat No Heat Cornflower Blue Sapphire Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, a Certified gorgeous no heat natural sapphire over 5.50 carats sits in the center with two diamond bullets on the sides totaling approxima...
Blue Sapphire
Emilio Jewelry Certified 7.04 Carat Vivid Cornflower Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
This amazing ring is unique and well thought out before Emilio designed it! Most women today want a ring that is striking, yet humble enough to wear to perform everyday errands. Thi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique French Art Deco 18 Karat Gold Ring with Cornflower Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique French art deco gold ring with natural cornflower sapphire and diamonds. Made in France 1920's Dimensions - Finger Size: (UK) = O (US) = 7 1/2 (EU) = 55 1/4 Ring Size : 2...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cornflower Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Original handmade Platinum ring circa 1940-1950 with bright fine white diamonds and an extra fine cornflower gem blue all natural cushion Sapphire. 1 cushion cut gem bright blue S...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Certified 24.46 Carat Cornflower Blue Burmese Star Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A video can be provided. Stone Details: Stone: Star Blue Sapphire Origin: Burma Colour: Cornflower Blue Carat Weight: 24.46 Carats Diamond Details: Total Carat Weight: 3.45 ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.20 Carat Cornflower Blue Sapphire, Diamond Platinum 3-Stone Engagement Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This lovely 3-stone ring features a very special cornflower blue sapphire and beautiful white diamonds set in platinum.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 11.00 Carat Cornflower Blue Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
GIA Certified Untreated 11.00 Carat Cornflower Blue Sapphire Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring 18K Primary Stones: Natural Untreated Ceylon Sapphire Total Sapphire Weight : 10.23 ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.09cts Cornflower Blue Sapphire and Accented Diamonds Ring in 14K Solid gold
Located in Columbus, OH
Specifications: Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Cornflower Blue Sapphire Treatment: Heated Weight: 3.09cts Head Size: 8.5x7.3mm Shape: Emerald Hardness: 9 Country of Origin: Ceylon M...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
3cts Cornflower Blue Sapphire and Natural Diamond Accents Ring in 14K Solid Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
Elegant and timeless, this 14k gold ring features a stunning 3.08ct emerald-cut cornflower blue sapphire from Ceylon. Expertly heated for enhanced brilliance, the center stone is acc...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Ceylon Sapphire Gold Cufflinks
Located in Litchfield, CT
From Art Deco to modern, the focus of these elegant 1920s cufflinks is four lush cornflower blue sapphires. These antique stones from the late Victorian period were probably cut at t...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Late Deco 1.25ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
The cornflower blue sapphire is an unheated natural stone weighing 1.25 carats and claw set within an 18 carat yellow gold collet.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
New Sri Lanka 13 Stone 8 Ct Pale Green & Cornflower Blue Sapphire Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
I don't get them all that often. The Pale Green Sapphire, which is the main stone measures 10.2 x 8.3 mm The 10 surrounding Cornflower Blue Sapphires stones are oval cut stones and ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
New Sri Lanka 13-Stone 8 Ct Pale Green & Cornflower Blue Sapphire Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
I don't get them all that often. The Pale Green Sapphire, which is the main stone measures 10.2 x 8.3 mm The 10 surrounding Cornflower Blue Sapphires stones are oval cut stones and ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Unheated 5.84 ct. Ceylon Cornflower Blue Sapphire Round GIA, Unset 3-Stone Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a beautiful gem in an unusually large, round shape, measuring 10.22 x 10.41 x 7.50 millimeters and weighing 5.84 carats. It has a sparkly, brilliant cut and is free from eye ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
New African 9-Stone 4.9 Ct Cornflower Blue Sapphire YGold Plate Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
Made for everyday wear. The Sapphire stones are from Africa and is just exquisite.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
New Sri Lanka 9-Stone 4.6 Ct Cornflower Blue Sapphire RGold Plate Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
Made for everyday wear. The Sapphire stones are from Sri Lanka and is just exquisite.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
New African If 9-Stone 4.7 Ct Cornflower Blue Sapphire RGold Plate Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
Made for everyday wear. The Sapphire stones are from Africa and is just exquisite.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Unheated Sapphire Ring 2.66 Carat Round Natural No Heat Cornflower Blue
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lively 2.66 carat unheated round, Cornflower Blue "Ceylon" (Sri Lanka) Sapphire, three-stone platinum ring, decorated with a pair of 0.60 carats, G color/VS2-SI1 clarity, pear shape ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Victorian Crescent Moon Pendant Sapphire Pearl 14k Gold Celestial
Located in Torrance, CA
Particulars: Weight: 1.7 grams Stones: Cornflower blue sapphires & pearls graduate in size from 2mm to 3mm.
Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.12 in L 1.5 in
Antique Crescent Moon Conversion Necklace Victorian Sapphire Seed Pearl 14 Karat
Located in Torrance, CA
Particulars: Weight: 2.4 grams Stones: Cornflower blue sapphires graduate in size from 0.02 to 0.05 carats.
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Cornflower Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This wonderful antique three-stone ring dates to the turn of the 20th Century. It's set with a vibrant cornflower sapphire in the centre, flanked by two lovely .40ct old mine cut dia...
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Cornflower Sapphire Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
STONES Cornflower Blue Sapphire - 7.7 x 5.6mm, likey origin Ceylon Eight-cut Diamonds RING SIZE 8.75 US MEASUREMENTS Head: 8.4 x 6.5mm Width of band: 1.7mm WEIGHT 2.5g MARKS ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Certified 6.64 Carat Ceylon Cornflower Sapphire Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A stunning Art Deco period flower cluster ring crafted in France in the 1920s. The quality of the stone reflects the quality of the mount; a beautiful Ceylon sapphire displaying a vi...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Victorian 1.49 Carat Diamond and 2.88 Carat Sapphire Earrings
Located in Essex, GB
Each cluster is set with an (approx.) 0.65 carat old mine cut diamond at the centre, both extraordinarily white, bright and lively. Eight cornflower blue natural sapphires surround t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Si...
Art Deco Platinum Sapphire Eternity Band
Located in Narberth, PA
Made of platinum, this simple yet lovely band is comprised of a single row of cornflower-blue French cut sapphires. The stones are Ceylon in origin, and have no indications of heat t...
Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Art Nouveau Sapphire Diamond Lavaliere Pendant
Located in Sale, Cheshire
It's unusual to see an example in platinum, but the cool colour palette is striking and gorgeous. STONES Cornflower Blue Sapphires & Old European Cut Diamonds MEASUREMENTS 5.6 x ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Platinum
Dangling Earring in 14K Rose Gold Handmade Luxury Diamond Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
Dangling Earring 14K Rose Gold Handmade Luxury Diamond Jewelry Mom Birthday Gift Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New with tags: A brand-new, unu...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Fancy Intense Blue Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Please inquire for more images, certificates, details, and any question...
Blue Diamond
Unworn Rolex Rainbow Daytona 116595RBOW
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
This impressive Daytona variant was first released in rose gold at Baselworld 2018 after Rolex had discontinued the yellow and white gold models. On the black lacquer dial, 11 sapphi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...
Vivid Diamonds 25.02 Carat Diamond Cluster Earrings
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Sensational Vivid Diamonds Cluster Earrings crafted by hand in platinum, showcasing 18 mixed pear shape and marquise cut diamonds weighing approximately 25.02 carats total, D-E color...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.82 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a GIA Certified 1.82 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and 0.86 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. People have admired emerald’s green for thousands o...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Hermes Rose Tyrien/ Rubis Epsom Leather 35cm Candy Birkin Bag PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Rose Tyrien/ Rubis Epsom Leather 35cm Candy Birkin Bag PHW. **Please note, this bag does not include the lock, key or clochette** Made In: France Year of Production: 2011 Co...
Boucheron "Laperouse" 8.03 Carat Emerald Cut G VS1 GIA Certified Diamond Ring
By Boucheron
Located in Miami, FL
From the exceptional Salon de Boucheron: Centering an 8.03 Carat Emerald Cut "G" Color "VS1" Clarity Diamond, framed by 12 magnificent Briolette-Cut Diamond drops totaling 3.94 Carat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 15.34 Carats Emerald Cut Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stunning engagement ring, featuring a 15.34 carats emerald cut diamond certified by GIA as H color and VS1 clarity, set on an eight prong setting. Flanked by trillion cut diamonds ...
Diamond, Platinum
3.35 Carats Natural Aquamarine and Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.35 Carats Natural Aquamarine and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: Approx. $4,000.00 Total Natural Cushion Aquamarine Weights: Approx. 3.00 Carats ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...
$520,000Sale Price|20% Off
EXCEPTIONAL GIA Certified 7 Carat Oval Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisite Elegance: GIA Certified 7 Carat Oval Diamond Ring Experience unparalleled brilliance with this breathtaking GIA Certified 7 Carat Oval Diamond Platinum Ring. Featuring a f...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified Natural Pink Heart Stud Diamond Earrings
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry located on New York's iconic Fifth avenue, The focal point of these magnificent earrings feature 2 heart shape natural Fancy light Pink diamo...
Pink Diamond
GIA Certified 10.01 Carats Radiant Cut Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A spectacular three-stone engagement ring, featuring a 10.01 carats radiant cut diamond certified by GIA as I color and VVS2 clarity, set on a four tab prong setting. Accented by two...
Diamond, Platinum
Rolex 116718LN GMT-Master II 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Case Diameter: 40mm Crystal: Sapphire Crystal Bezel: 18k Yellow Gold bezel with Diamonds Dial: Diamond pave dial with black hands and lumi...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Helium Hac 50 Travel Bag Alezan Togo Aluminum Hardware Very Rare
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare Hermes Helium 50 HAC bag (Haut a Courroies) featured in Alezan togo leather. Limited edition accentuated with Aluminum hardware. Chic and timeless. Th...
GIA Certified 14.54 Carats Emerald Cut Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Wedding Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous high-end engagement ring, showcasing a 14.54 carats emerald cut diamond certified by GIA as Fancy Yellow color and VVS2 clarity, set on an eight prong 18K yellow gold bask...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow 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.
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 rings, vintage 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.
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