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5 Carat Natural Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bucharest, Romania
This exquisite Cornflower Blue Sapphire Convertible Ring Pendant showcases a stunning 5-carat
Category

2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

6.65 Carat Blue White Invisible Sapphire Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond white gold cocktail ring. Blue and white invisibly set, sapphires with white
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

2.20 Carat Sapphire and 2.54 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 2.20 carat sapphire and 2.54 carat diamond, 14 karat white gold cocktail ring
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold 0.50 Carat Diamonds and 2.20 Carat Blue Sapphire Flower Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: 18K Total Weight: 8 Grams Stone Type: 0.50 Ct Diamonds VS2 G-F 2.20 CT Natural Blue Sapphire Condition
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire

1.89 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold, 2.1 carats blue sapphire and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

2.01 Carats Blue Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
14K yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Weight - 2.01 carats Diamond weight - 1.22 carats Ring size - 7 US
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

3.1 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
white Gold Size - 8 x 6 mm Blue Sapphire Weight - 3.1 carats Diamond weight - 0.95 carats Ring size - 8
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Certified 3.07 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Elevate your engagement with this exquisite beauty, GIA Certified 3.07ct blue Sapphire and Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Peter Suchy GIA 3.24 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy Platinum Sapphire Diamond engagement ring. Simple but stunning, this ring begins with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

8.91 Carat Blue Sapphire Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat Cocktail Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This beautiful ring is handmade from 18-karat gold, 8.91 carat blue sapphire, 5.7 carat turquoise
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

.90 Carat Royal Blue Round Sapphire Halo Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Royal blue Sapphire diamond engagement ring. Deep blue round cut .90ct sapphire center stone
Category

1990s Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Peter Suchy 3.11 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Gold Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the Peter Suchy periwinkle blue Sapphire Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

2.17 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Beautiful ring set with 5 oval cut blue sapphires weighing 2.17 carats total. Asymmetrically set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA 1.05 Carat Dark Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald cut Sapphire and diamond platinum engagement ring. GIA certified center sapphire, with two
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

C. Dunaigre Certified 5 Carat No Heat Pink Sapphire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Sapphire from Madagascar Weighing an impressive 5 carats, this sapphire exhibits a striking blue pink and
Category

2010s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 3.53 Carat Blue Sapphire Aqua Diamond Platinum Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Introducing the exquisite Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.64 Carat Blue Sapphire Aqua Diamond Platinum
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Aquamarine, Platinum

2.65 Carat Diamond/1.15 Carat Blue Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Pave Set Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue Sapphires (Total Gem Weight 1.15 Ct) surrounded by 3 Rows of Pave Set Halo of diamonds and 5 Rows
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 1.57 Carat Blue Octagonal Sapphire Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage Victorian Bright blue sapphire and diamond engagement ring, circa 1880. 1.57ct octagonal
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.21 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Antique Engagement Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
delicately domed ring is accented with 6 old single-cut diamonds, and 8 Swiss-cut sapphires. The ring weighs
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Sugar Loaf Blue .75 Carat Sapphire Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1920's Art Deco handmade sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified round, sugar loaf
Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Stunning 3.64 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
By Hakimi s Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite ring features a 3.02 ct natural blue sapphire as the centerpiece, radiating a deep
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

0.61 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
A 0.61 carat sapphire and diamond platinum cluster engagement ring. This contemporary and classic
Category

2010s European Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

0.91 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
0.91 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

GRS Certified 5 Cts Ceylon Blue Sapphire with Diamond Ring in Platinum 950
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ceylon Blue Sapphire 5.38 carats with Diamond 0.57 carat Ring set in Platinum 950 Settings (GRS
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.74 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oval Ceylon Blue Sapphire Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring Handmade in 90% Platinum. The ring features
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1.42 Carat Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive 1.42 carat blue sapphire and 0.22 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold cluster ring
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Romantic Engagement Rings

Materials

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

1.10 Carat Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 1.10 carat sapphire and 0.60 carat diamond 14 karat white gold
Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 5.72 Carat Sri-Lanka Ceylon Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This lovely rectangular oval-cut unheated Ceylon blue sapphire weighing 5.72 carats, is framed with
Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Cartier 4.99 Carats No-Heat Blue Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous engagement ring, featuring a very rare 4.99 carats cushion cut blue sapphire certified
Category

20th Century American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Stylish 1 carat and 5 points Sapphire Natural Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
carat weight: 0.35ct Shape: Heart Color: Blue Clarity grade: N/A Side stone: 9 pcs Diamonds Side stone
Category

2010s Singaporean Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.25 Carat Sapphire and 1.15 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 1.25 carat natural blue sapphire and 1.15 carat diamond, 18 karat
Category

Vintage 1970s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.39 carat Blue Sapphire Trillion Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
sapphire & 2.15 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Baguette Ring
Located in New York, NY
Oval Cut Sapphire & Baguette Diamond Ring features a stunning 4.68-carat mixed-cut cushion sapphire as
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire, Diamond and Platinum Ring, 1.30 Carat
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring, with a central old cut diamond, weighing an estimated 1.30ct
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

4 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Fashion Ring 14 Karat Gold 3.75ct Cocktail Ring
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
for custom ring size orders) Total Carat Weight: 3.82 Carats, Blue Sapphires and White Diamonds
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold

2.5 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat White Gold Estate
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 2.5 Ct Blue Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat White Gold Estate 2.5 Carat
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
, 3.33 carats blue sapphire and .81 carats of diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Velvety blue GIA certified cushion cut sapphire and diamond engagement ring. This exquisite piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

7ct Blue sapphire Diamond ring 18KT cocktail ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Large cocktail ring with diamonds and sapphires in 18KT white gold. Sapphires total 5 carats and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire

GIA Cert 10.16 Carat Vivid Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring Size 5.5
By H H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Cert 10.16 Carat Vivid Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring Size 5.5 Throughout history
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Opal Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
doublets, 1.61 carats aquamarine, 2.58 carats blue sapphire and 1.16 carats of diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

1.12 Carat Emerald Cut Sapphire and Diamond 5 Stone Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A stunning ring showcasing a rich intense emerald cut blue sapphire weighing 1.12 carats. Flanking
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.92 Blue Sapphire and 0.30 Carat Diamonds in 18 Karat Gold Wedding Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
) Hallmarks: 750 Total Weight: 3.9 Grams Center Stone: 0.92 CT Blue Sapp Side Stone: 0.30 Ct G VS1 Diamonds
Category

2010s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire

8.36 Carat Blue Topaz Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
blue topaz, 2.63 carats sapphire and illuminated with .91 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold

9.31 Carat Blue Topaz Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
blue topaz, 2.09 carats sapphire and illuminated with .35 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold

2.57 Carats Blue Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
blue sapphire & 1.44 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

1.08 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Round Sapphire and diamond engagement ring. AGL certified center sapphire in a 14k white gold three
Category

Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

5 Carats Sapphire Double Halo Ring, Diamonds in 14KWG, Engagement Right Hand LV
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Stun your loved one with this magnificent 4.15 carat sapphire ring! Sapphire is a perfect
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.54 Carat Natural Blue Green Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's GIA certified 1.54 carat oval natural blue green sapphire diamond engagement ring is a
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White ...

2.8 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
blue sapphire & 1.21 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

5 Ct Oval Deep Blue Sapphire Baguette Diamonds Engagement Ring 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant engagement ring features a stunning 5-carat oval-cut deep blue sapphire as the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Platinum Diamond 4.10 Carat GIA Oval Royal Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue Sapphire 4.10 Carats. 26 Round Diamonds F-G Color VS1-VS2 Clarity 1.19 Carats. GIA Sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 1.95 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
than the traditional deep blue sapphires of other origins. This Art Deco platinum ring features a
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

0.77 Carat Pear Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pear Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring Set in 14K Gold featuring natural sapphire of 0.77 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire and Diamond by Pass Ring in 18k White Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Unique and gorgeously made blue sapphire and diamond ring of bypass design,. with button terminals
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Ring White Gold 18 Carats Certified Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in Vannes, FR
Ring White Gold 18 Carats Certfied Sapphire and Diamonds. Discover this 18-carat white gold ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

0.50 Carat Princess Diamond 18 Karat Gold Solitaire Hasbani Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in 18 Karat Gold, with a 0.50 Carat White Diamond. Set
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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5 Carat Blue Sapphire And Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 5 carat blue sapphire and diamond ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 715 antique edition and 1016 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect 5 carat blue sapphire and diamond ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Creating a 5 carat blue sapphire and diamond ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by David Gross Group, LB Exclusive and Roman Malakov are consistently popular. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and cushion cut versions for sale. When shopping for a 5 carat blue sapphire and diamond ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 5 Carat Blue Sapphire And Diamond Ring?

On average, a 5 carat blue sapphire and diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $6,032, while they’re typically $344 on the low end and $385,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Sapphire in Jewelry Design

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.

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.