$4,520Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Royal Blue Sapphire in Diamond White Sapphire Long Earrings
Located in Kowloon, HK
Elevate your style with our timeless and elegant dangle earrings. These exquisite earrings feature royal blue sapphires, diamonds, and white sapphires, carefully handcrafted to perfe...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$49,004Sale Price|60% Off
6.04ct Ceylon Royal Blue Sapphires Earrings (Untreated, Swiss Certified)
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of stud earrings, each set with a lustrous, untreated 3.02 carat Ceylon royal blue sapphire — 6.04 carats total.
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry Certified 15.00 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Earring
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, and details. Zoom meetings...
Sapphire
GIA Certified 7.81ct Natural Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Earrings 14kt*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 3.60ct & 3.21Ct Natural Blue sapphire earrings. Report # 5202463582 & 2205113141 VS clean clarity / Transparent Classic Royal Blue 10.00 X 7.45 X 5.81mm 9....
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 11.16 Carat Natural Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Earrings Platinum*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 3.74ct & 3.62Ct Natural Blue sapphire earrings. Report # 2173124301 VS clean clarity / Transparent Classic Royal Blue 10.25 X 8.15 X 4.73mm 10.30 X 8.02 X 4.32...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Sybarite Royal Jubilee Earrings in Blackened Gold with Sapphires
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Sybarite Jewellery is a London-based luxury brand crafting outstanding pieces, incomparable both in design and in execution. Spearheaded by founder Margarita Prykhodko, a former arch...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
6.28 Carat Royal Ceylon Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
6.28 Carat Total Oval-Cut GRS Certified Royal Blue Ceylon Sapphire with Round-Cut Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Delightful 21.25ct Royal Blue Sapphire 18k & Diamond Earrings
Located in bangkok, TH
The central Blue Sapphires are simply gorgeous - a deeply saturated 'royal blue' .
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Royal Blue Sapphire White Diamond White Gold 18 Karat Dangle Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 18K Earrings (Matching Necklace Available) Weight 9.9 gram Diamond 22-Round 57-0,92-3/7A Diamond 120-Round57-1,8-3/7A Diamond 58-Round 57-0,2-4/7A Blue Sapphire 10-Oval-5,...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 2.43 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Gold Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-century Royal blue Sapphire and diamond earrings. 18k white gold lever back settings, 4 oval sapphires with halos of round and baguette diamonds. 4 oval gem Royal blue Sapphir...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Emilio Jewelry GRS Certified 7.81 Carat Royal Blue Ceylon Sapphire Earrings
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, Main stone: 3.55 carats Royal Blue OVAL, 3.70 carats Royal Blue OVAL Setting: White diamonds totaling about 0.56 carats, set in Platinum. C...
Sapphire
19.12 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire & 0.87 Carat Diamond Classical Earring 18K
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
In this beautiful earring, there is 19.12 carats of royal blue sapphire and 0.87 carat of white round dimaond.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
AIGS Certified 3.93 Carat Natural Royal Blue Sapphire Earrings Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful pair of earrings featuring a total of 3.93 Carat Natural, Burmese, Royal Blue Sapphires and 0.96 Carats Diamond Accents made in Platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
AIGS Certified 2.29 Carat Natural Royal Blue Sapphire Earrings Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful pair of earrings featuring a total of 2.29 Carat Natural, Burmese, Royal Blue Sapphires and 0.70 Carats Diamond Accents made in Platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Royal Blue Sapphire Dangle Earrings
Located in Lexington, KY
This is an absolutely breathtaking pair of earrings in 18k white gold with a stunning selection of bright white diamonds and rich royal blue sapphires.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Gold 5ct Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Drop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Each earring showcases an oval royal blue sapphire measuring approximately 9.2 × 7 mm, totaling about 5 carats combined, surrounded by brilliant white diamonds in a classic cluster d...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
18k White Gold Round Pave Royal Blue Sapphire Domed Hoop Huggie Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Sapphire All the Way Around Hoop Earrings! --Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Sapphires - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Royal Blue Color Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Claris-A Certified 9.75ct Royal Blue Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond 18K Gold Earrings
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
These fine jewelry earrings by Claris-A are handcrafted in 18K white gold and feature two royal blue heart-shaped sapphires from Ceylon (Sri Lanka), weighing a total of 9.75 carats (...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern Gold 2.8 Carats Natural Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Stud Halo Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 18K white gold natural royal blue sapphire and diamond stud earrings. The two round brilliant natural sapphires measure approximately 6.5 mm in diameter and weigh a combined...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
9.20 Carat Natural Royal Blue Sapphire and White Diamond Dangling Gold Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A gorgeous pair of earrings, it features numerous natural round and oval "royal blue" sapphires weighing 9.20 carat, enhanced by white round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 0.61 cara...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,448Sale Price|20% Off
5.41ct Royal Blue Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Dangling Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Experience the epitome of luxury and elegance with our exquisite 5.41ct Cabochon Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Dangling Earrings in 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
New Solid 14k White Gold 1.80ctw Royal Blue Sapphire Classic Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Round Brilliant Cut - 4-Prong Set - Royal Blue Color - 5.9mm each (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 1.80 (exact) Material: 14k Solid White ...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
New Well Made 18k White Gold 1ctw Royal Blue Sapphire Cuff Hoop Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (20) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Royal Blue Color - 1.0ctw (approx.) MUST SEE COLOR IN PERSON Material: Solid 18k White Gold w/ Black ...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
AIG Certified 6.70 Ct Royal Blue Sapphires 3.50 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Elevate your look and adds a touch of sophistication and charm on your outfit. Magnificent earring come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of Natural Ceylon Sapphires, in spectacular Royal B...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$3,972Sale Price / set|20% Off
9.69ct Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Floral Halo Stud Earrings in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These elegant stud earrings feature 9.69 carats of royal blue sapphires set in 14K white gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
NEW Solid 14k Yellow Gold 1.71ctw Royal Blue Sapphire 6mm Classic Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Royal Blue Color - 6mm each (approx.) - 1.71ctw (exact) Material: 14k Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 1.39 ...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Deep Royal Blue No Heat Sapphire Diamond Clipon Cocktail Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Deep Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Large clip-on Cocktail earring, Crafted in platinum, the center is adorned by a GIA-certified vivid Natural Royal Blue Sapphire, cushion-shaped,...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.52 Carats Total Round Cut Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A simple and versatile pair of stud earrings showcasing 1.52 carats total round cut royal blue sapphires, set in a four prong basket setting.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s/1960s Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Cluster Earrings Platinum Gold French
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century Royal Blue oval sapphire and round brilliant-cut diamond cluster clip-on earrings in platinum and 18kt white gold, French import marks, 1950s/1960s.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Pear Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster 18 Carat Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
Located in London, GB
Each earring features a captivating royal blue pear shape sapphire at its centre, weighing 4.84ct combined, radiating with deep, mesmerising hues that exude elegance with every movem...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Clover Dangle Earrings in 18k White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These beautiful sapphire and diamond earrings feature bright, royal blue sapphires and natural white diamonds set in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fancy Amethyst Earrings 14 Karat Purple gem yellow sapphire and diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Amethyst & Sapphire Dangle Earrings Royal look. Natural amethyst pear shape and oval shapes, size of upper stones approx 9 x 11 mm, bottom stones approx 20 x 12 mm Natur...
Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
$3,900Sale Price|25% Off
18 Karat White Gold Invisible Setting 5.76 Carat Sapphire Diamond Stud Earrings
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat white gold invisible setting 5.76 carats sapphire diamond stud earrings. This incredible royal blue sapphire and diamond stud earring is mesmerizing.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold 6.11 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Stud Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 6.11 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Stud Earrings This classic royal blue sapphire and diamond halo cluster floral style stud earring is palatial.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Blue Sapphires 2.60 Carats set in 14K White Gold Earrings with Dia / GIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These 'Eyes of the Ocean' rare Royal Blue Sapphire earrings are elegantly placed in a beautifully textured white gold setting. 2.60 carats Rare Royal Blue Sapphire Earrings are brill...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Royal Blue Sapphire Pair, 3.82 Carats Total, Loose Gemstones for Earrings
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Royal blue sapphire earrings, what could be more regal?
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
$81,673Sale Price|60% Off
Blue Elysian - 9.67ct Untreated Ceylon Royal Blue Sapphire Pendant and Earrings
Located in London, GB
Complemented by a matching earring pair of untreated royal blue sapphires, 3.02 carat each.
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$544Sale Price|20% Off
Luxury Royal design Special imperial color Spessatite garnet earring ready 5.69c
Located in bangkok, TH
Luxury Royal design Special imperial color Spessatite garnet earring ready Product Data: • Total: 5.69ct • Display size: 33*14mm Gemstone Details: • Tanzanite: 1.01ct, 2pcs bl...
Garnet, Sapphire, Tanzanite
Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Located in Bloxham, GB
A very pretty pair of 18K gold and sapphire and diamond chandelier earrings. They are composed of articulated leaves and lotus design.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold Blue Sapphire Royal Blue Diamond Earring
By Brij Nivesh
Located in Hollywood, FL
A Beautiful Handcrafted Earring in 18 karat White Gold with Natural Brilliant Cut Colorless Round Diamond And AAA Cut Round Blue Sapphire Gemstones. A Statement piece for Evening W...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
H 0.4 in W 0.34 in D 0.2 in Dm 0.34 in L 0.4 in
Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Earrings Diana in White Gold Handcrafted
Located in Toronto, ON
18k White Gold and Oval Cut Natural Royal Blue Sapphire surrounded by a halo of natural diamonds in a prong and basket setting These regal blue sapphire and diamond stud earrings ar...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
9.07 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Earrings in 18K Gold
Located in Central, HK
This Vihari Jewels pair of Royal Blue cushion shape Sapphire earrings feature a 3.48 carat and 3.30 carat matching pair that will never go out of style.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
W 0.5 in L 2.5 in
Ethonica Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary earrings gives a strong impression look. The top quality six deep blue sapphires, shaped in Oval, Brilliant Round and Pear, are surrounded by a halo of round brilli...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Tendril Drop Post Earrings with Diamond and Royal Blue Sapphires in Gold
By Forge and Foundry Jewels
Located in New York, NY
22k gold drop earrings approximately one inch long (25 millimeters), extending down from the ear with a slender tendril curl. Nestled in the heart of the curl of each earring are two...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
GEMCOOK JEWELLERY 15.74ct Royal Blue Sapphire Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
As an expert in the jewellery industry, I'm proud to introduce our GEMCOOK JEWELLERY 15.74ct Royal Blue Earring. These elegant earrings feature a stunning 15.74ct royal blue gemstone...
Blue Sapphire
Royal Blue Sapphire Studs in White Gold with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
These studs are 18K white gold and carry .46Ct of brilliant white diamonds with 1.13Ct of 4.5MM royal blue sapphires
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Three-Stone Oval Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Huggie Hoops in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Three-Stone Oval Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Huggie Hoops in 18K Yellow Gold Gold: 18K Yellow Gold, 15.729 g Sapphire: 1.86 ct Diamond: 0.36 ct Length: 2.25 cm
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.55 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire and 1.25 Carat Diamond Studs in 14k White Gold
By Garen Azatyan
Located in Little Neck, NY
2.55 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire and 1.25 Carat Diamond Studs Handcrafted in 14kt White Gold Contain 2 round brilliant cut, natural royal blue sapphires – 2.55ct tw, surrounded by 1.2...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
"Royal Blue" Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of earrings features two GIA-graded pear-shaped royal blue sapphires, 8.14 carats total, in diamond surrounds, suspended from single round diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Y...
Pearl Royal Blue Sapphire Gold Drop Earrings
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume creation - Unique piece. For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 carat white gold. Featuring round blue sapphires each held by 4 claws, with a cultured white baroque pearl in the form...
Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Oval Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of sapphire diamond set with (2) 3.43ct of oval faceted sapphires and (24) 1.03ct of round brilliant-cut diamonds cluster drop earrings, set with an oval faceted cut sapphir...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's filigree open work dangle earrings with nice white full cut diamonds and bright Royal blue Sapphires.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Royal Blue Natural Sapphire Diamond Gold Platinum Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
AGL certificate # CS50414 2 Cushion shape dark blue natural Sapphire, no heat and no enhancements, approx. total weight 5.90cts, 9.6 x 8.35 x 4.52mm, bright Royal blue and cushio...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
1.50 Carat Oval Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond White Gold Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Royal Blue oval Sapphire earrings with a full cut Diamond halo's set in 18k white gold settings. 2 Oval Royal Blue Sapphires, 6.5 x 4.5mm, Approx total weight 1.50cts 20 Full cut D...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
3.03 Carats Soothing Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Chandelier Earring 18K
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
In this beautiful earring, there is 3.03 carats of royal blue sapphire and 0.67 carat of white round diamond.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
5.69 Carat Royal Blue Pear Shaped Sapphire Diamond Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Royal blue natural color simple low level heat only pear Sapphire and diamond dangle earrings with sparkly diamond tops.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
26 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A large and classic pair of dangle earrings set with large mixed-cut oval shape sapphires weighing over thirteen carats each suspended from a floral design clip set with thirty-eight...
White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stunning Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Earrings 14k White Gold R3080
By Aurora Designer
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Solid 14K white gold cluster earrings set with blue sapphires and diamonds ♥ The earrings measure 8.3 mm in length, 8.3 mm in width, and 4 mm thick ♥ Material: Solid 14K White Gol...
Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Sold
H 0.67 in W 0.17 in Dm 0.71 in
New Fancy 14k White Gold 1.78ctw Royal Blue Sapphire Huggie Hoop Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
These are nice fiery and sparkly sapphires that are guaranteed to make the earrings stand out!
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.38 Carats, Heart-Cut Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Earrings made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful pair of earrings featuring a total of 4.38 Carat Natural Royal Blue Sapphires and 1.22 Carats Diamond Accents made in Platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum 2.75ct GIA Burma No Heat Royal Blue Oval Sapphire Prong Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
This classically styled pair of sapphire stud earrings is newly crafted in solid platinum and feature a pair of stunning, vintage, oval brilliant cut sapphires neatly claw-prong set ...
Sapphire, Platinum
Royal Blue 2.70 Carat Sapphires Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Earrings
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
Royal Blue 2.70 Carat Sapphires Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Earrings Our new Earrings from "High Jewellery" Collection have references to our other collection "Pret-a-Porter".
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
New 18k White Gold 1.76ct Round Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Each earring features a beautiful, round brilliant cut, natural sapphire stone that is neatly prong set at the open center of the earring.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gia Certified 10 Carat Royal Blue Sapphires Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of GIA certified natural unheated Burma Sapphires. These amazing ear clips are set with aprox 10 carats of Certified Natural Sapphires. Awarded by the Gemological Ins...
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H 0.22 in W 0.25 in
New 18K White Gold GIA Cushion Brilliant Prong Royal Blue Sapphire Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at beautiful brand new pair of sapphire stud earrings solidly and very well crafted in 18k white gold.
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
New 18k White Gold 1.86ct Round Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Each earring features a beautiful, round brilliant cut, natural sapphire stone that is neatly prong set at the open center of the earring.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White 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.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
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