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Tanzanite Blue Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Gold Heart Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
tanzanite, .31 carat blue sapphire & .22 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold

1 Carat Blue Sapphire Gemstone Ring 0.5 Ct. SI/H Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.50 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR H-I ) Natural Blue Sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1 Carat Blue Sapphire Gemstone Ring 0.5 Ct. SI/H Diamond 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Blue Sapphire Wt. :- 1.00 Ct. Ring Size :- 7 US All size available ✦ Import Duties, Taxes and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

Round Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Flower Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5 This gorgeous round blue sapphire with diamond halo cocktail ring, set in luxurious
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 1.45 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful sapphire and diamond engagement ring. Starting with a 1.45 carat GIA certified royal blue
Category

Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Oval Cut Sapphire and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1.10 carat sapphire and 0.60 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold cocktail ring
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

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

18K White Gold and Platinum Oval Sapphire Diamond Ring GIA Center, 3.53 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
This extraordinary 18K white gold and platinum ring feature a Top Quality 3.54 - carat Blue Oval
Category

1990s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Hand Carved Jade Blue Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Diamond Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
sapphire and .35 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 1.30 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Silver Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural 1.30 carat oval cut dark blue sapphire and diamond cocktail ring. This beautiful Victorian
Category

Early 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

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

GIA 3.18 Carat Natural White Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's Colorless sapphire and diamond three-stone engagement ring. GIA certified octagonal corner
Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Exquisite 18K 750 White Gold Royal Blue Sapphire and Natural Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Royal Blue Sapphire and Natural Diamond Ring Metal Type: 18K White Gold Total Item Weight: 5.1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Peter Suchy GIA .97 Carat Sapphire Diamond Three Stone Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and Diamond three stone engagement ring. This simple classic design begins with a GIA
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Emilio Jewelry Certified 8.54 Carat Cushion Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Emilio Jewelry Certified Cushion Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring This amazing ring is unique and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1.26 Carat Blue Sapphire Promise Ring 0.75 Ct SI/H Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.75 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR H-I ) Blue Sapphire Wt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.49 Carat Blue Sapphire 0.36 Ct SI/H Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
& COLOR H-I ) Blue Sapphire Wt. :- 1.49 Ct. Ring Size :- 7 US & All size available ✦ Sizing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond Vintage Style Poison Locket 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
This exquisite ring is crafted from yellow gold. Featuring a natural blue sapphire and round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

18 carat yellow gold diamond and sapphire engagement ring, Napoleon III period
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Ring “toi Et Moi ”diamond Sapphires 18 carat yellow gold, Napoleon III period 18 carat yellow gold
Category

Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

17.11 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 0.50 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 17.11 carat Ceylon sapphire and 0.50 carat diamond
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Band Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
horizontally set baguette blue sapphire and round cut diamonds with color H and clarities SI1-SI2. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1940s 10.50 Carat Sapphire with Yellow Gold and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 5 carat pink sapphire and 5.5 carat blue sapphire, 18 karat yellow gold and
Category

Vintage 1940s French Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold,...

3.26 Carat Blue Sapphire 0.75 Ct SI/H Diamond Cocktail Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 3.26 carats blue sapphire and 0.75
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

5.61 Carat Multi Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This stunning ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold and 5.61 carat multi sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Go...

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 3.52 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy green blue sapphire and diamond engagement ring. Oval center sapphire set in a micro
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.54 Carat Cushion Cut Sapphire Diamond Wave Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Stunning vintage 1940s sapphire and diamond halo wave design engagement ring. Mounted with a
Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1970's Classic and simple, sapphire and diamond three-stone ring. At the center of this 14k yellow
Category

Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

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

3.89 Carats Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Classic Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
side. Ring Size: UK - L, US - 5 3/4 and can be sized. 3.89 Carats Sapphire 0.93 Carats Diamonds
Category

2010s British Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Emilio Jewelry Grs Certified 10 Carat No Heat Royal Blue Sapphire Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
!  Featuring a spectacular sapphire certified as "Royal Blue" Aka Vivid Blue just over 10 carats. The sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire

Aquamarine Diamond and Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
and milgrain. A decoration of blue sapphires adds to the delicacy of this ring. The ring is crafted in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

AGL Certified Cushion Cut Madagascar Blue Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Sapphire Total Carat Weight: 2.09 CTW Sapphire Cut: Cushion modified mixed cut Sapphire Color: Blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Platinum 0.73ctw Diamond Blue Oval Sapphire Center Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Platinum 0.73ctw Diamond Blue Oval Sapphire Center Cocktail Ring This stunning Diamond Sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Fire Opal Diamond Blue Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
sapphire and .53 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Royal Blue Sapphire and Halo Diamond Cluster Wedding Ring 14K Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
a striking 0.63 carat oval-cut sapphire at its heart. The rich, velvety blue hue of the sapphire is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wedding Rings

Materials

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

10.96 Ct Mid Night Blue Sapphire 1 Ct Diamond Cocktail Ring, Platinum, Estate
Located in New York, NY
10.96 Ct Mid Night Blue Sapphire & 1 Ct Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum, Estate Piece Round
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Peter Suchy GIA 6.46 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Halo Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
carat oval bright blue periwinkle sapphire mounted in diamond halo 18k white gold setting. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Antique 1.48 Carat Sapphire 1.04 Carat Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1.48 carat natural blue sapphire and 1.04 carat diamond, 18 karat
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

8.15 Ct Mid Night Blue Sapphire .20 Ct Diamond Cocktail Ring, Platinum, Estate
Located in New York, NY
8.15 Ct Mid Night Blue Sapphire & 0.20 Ct Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum, Estate Piece 6 Round
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Three Stone Blue Sapphire 1.33 Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Beautiful Modern/Art Deco Ceylon Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring. Metal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 2.62 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
This exquisite ring features a mesmerizing 2.62 carat rich blue, round sapphire center stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Spectacular Star Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular Star Sapphire and Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in Platinum Command attention with this
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum

GIA 5.37 Carat Green Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's Art Deco green sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified octagon shape 5.37ct rich
Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum

Blue Sapphire Halo Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. This elegant ring showcases an emerald-cut blue sapphire as the centerpiece, surrounded by a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

0.59 Carat Natural Diamond Sapphire Ring Band 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.59 Carat Natural Diamond and Blue Sapphire Ring Band G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Multi Row Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Wide 14 Karat White Gold Band Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5 This spectacularly sparkly sapphire and diamond band ring will fill your finger with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Natural 0.69cts blue sapphire 0.26 cts diamond ring in 14k gold
Located in New York, NY
Real blue sapphire ring 14k gold Natural 0.69CT emerald cut blue sapphire pear diamond toi et moi
Category

2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring in 18k Yellow and White Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful blue sapphire and diamond three stone ring set in 18k yellow and white gold. The piece
Category

2010s British Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 8.5 Carat Star Sapphire Diamond White Gold Mens Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's GIA Certified natural star sapphire and diamone men's ring. Featuring a mesmerizing 8.50ct
Category

Mid-20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Butterfly Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. This 14k solid gold ring showcases a stunning butterfly design adorned with blue sapphire wings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

7.10 Ct Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Antique Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
sapphire from Ceylon of a very nice blue color framed by a double halo of old cut diamonds. The sapphire is
Category

Vintage 1910s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum GIA Certified Oval 10.47 Carat Blue Sapphire Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oval Blue Sapphire 10.47 Carats, 55 Baguette Diamonds, 30 Round Diamonds G-H Color VS1-SI1 Clarity 2.06
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1.36ctw Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 6
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: sapphire,1 oval cut 7 x 5 mm approximately 1 total carat diamond, 12 round brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Contemporary Pave Diamond and Blue Sapphire Crossover X-Band Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5 This stunning diamond and sapphire ring absolutely exudes modern sophistication This
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1.20 Carat Basaltic Sapphire 1.28 Carat Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.20 carat Basaltic sapphire and 1.28 carat diamond
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Elongated Octagon Blue Topaz Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
: Blue Sapphire Shape: Rectangular Size: 3 x 2 mm. Number: 2 Weight: 0.10 Carat (approx. total weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

2.11 Carat GIA Certified Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural GIA certified color change Sapphire and diamond engagement ring. The GIA 2.11ct oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Marquise Enamel Blue Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Gold Sunburst Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
sapphire and .30 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

GRS GIA Cert. NO HEAT 4.92ct Royal Blue Sapphire Ring with Diamonds
Located in Irvine, CA
Exquisite 'Royal Blue' 4.92ct unheated sapphire ring with halo diamonds, featuring a rare natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 6.66 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Stunning sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified 6.66ct oval center sapphire, mounted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

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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.