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Alex Jona Blue Topaz 18 Karat Rose Gold Eternity Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat pink gold eternity ring with blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

codebyEdge Customizable 18kYellow Gold Diamond Stacking Ring Letter T Morse code
By codebyEdge
Located in London, GB
sourced premium cut round brilliant cut natural diamonds (minimum F+ colour, VS+ clarity), it’s ideal for
Category

2010s British Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, E...

codebyEdge 18k Yellow Diamond Gold Stacking Ring Customizable - Letter V
By codebyEdge
Located in London, GB
round brilliant cut natural diamonds (minimum F+ colour, VS+ clarity), it’s ideal for creating hidden
Category

2010s British Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Beryl, Citrine, Yellow Diamond, Black Dia...

Emilio Jewelry Certified 20.00 Carat No Heat Sugar Loaf Sapphire Men’s Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
carats + DEEP BLUE SUGAR-LOAF CUT Matching: 18 white diamonds totaling about 0.40 carats, 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire

codebyEdge Customizable Diamond Platinum Stacking Ring - Letter V in Morse Code
By codebyEdge
Located in London, GB
sourced premium cut round brilliant cut natural diamonds (minimum F+ colour, VS+ clarity), it’s ideal for
Category

2010s British Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, E...

14 Karat Gold Diamond Pave Elevated Bar Ring
By Chee Lee New York
Located in New York, NY
All items are made to order, please allow 10-15 business days for items to ship after the order is placed. ----- Chee Lee New York is a New York-based jewelry company that fuses t...
Category

2010s American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat Gold Diamond Pave Elevated Bar Ring
14 Karat Gold Diamond Pave Elevated Bar Ring
$1,240 Sale Price / item
20% Off
codebyEdge Amanti Customizable Diamond Plat Stacking Ring Letter W in Morse Code
By codebyEdge
Located in London, GB
cut natural diamonds (minimum F+ colour, VS+ clarity), it’s ideal for creating hidden messages—loved
Category

2010s British Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, E...

codebyEdge Customizable 18kYellow Gold Diamond Stacking Ring Letter L Morse code
By codebyEdge
Located in London, GB
sourced premium cut round brilliant cut natural diamonds (minimum F+ colour, VS+ clarity), it’s ideal for
Category

2010s British Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphi...

codebyEdge Customizable Diamond Platinum Stacking Ring - Letter L in Morse Code
By codebyEdge
Located in London, GB
cut round brilliant cut natural diamonds (minimum F+ colour, VS+ clarity), it’s ideal for creating
Category

2010s British Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Carnelian, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond,...

Victorian style Sterling Silver Turquoise Pearl Womens band Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Pink
Category

2010s British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Solid 9K Rose Gold Natural Emerald Art Deco Womens Band Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
designs can be made with most gemstones including Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond
Category

2010s British Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

3.10 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
metal to enhance the cool blue of the sapphire and the fire of the diamonds, this piece has a refined
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Heart Ring
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful gift! 1.00 of fine blue sapphires set on the band .20 carats of white round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Octagon Cut Emerald Yellow Gold Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
a Ruby or a Blue Sapphire. We're a workshop so every piece is handmade, customizable and resizable.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Oval Cut Emerald Yellow Gold Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
or a Blue Sapphire. We're a workshop so every piece is handmade, customizable and resizable.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Round Cut Emerald Yellow Gold Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
with a Ruby or a Blue Sapphire. We're a workshop so every piece is handmade, customizable and
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Multi Color Gemstone Vintage Style 9K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
, Amethyst, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Diamond) Shape: Round Size: 1.3-2.5 mm. Number: 7 Weight: 0.31
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, 9k Gold, Yel...

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Etoile Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a mix of round diamonds and blue sapphires, set flushed in a staggered and rounded
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Emerald Love Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamonds, blue sapphires, emeralds, and rubies, totaling 6.64 carats. The intricate arrangement of precious
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Hennell Multi-Color Gemstone Ring
Located in New York, NY
A chic 18 karat yellow gold ring by Hennell featuring round brilliant-cut diamonds square emerald
Category

Vintage 1980s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Grass Dew Drop Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
sparkling diamond. See other complimenting pieces. Also available in blue sapphire. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Very Rare 0.18 Carat Natural Hauyne Diamond Half Eternity Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning eternity Ring featuring a 0.18 Carat Hauynite/Hauyne and 0.24 Carats of Diamond Accents
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Other, Platinum

2.22 Carat Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
emerald, ruby and blue sapphire. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Natural 0.64cts Gemstone Ring in 18K Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
delicate ring showcases five round-cut blue coral gemstones set in a textured 18-carat yellow gold band
Category

2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Unique 6.50 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
fine blue sapphire. The stones are surrounded by round brilliant white diamonds , there is diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Lucky 9-Gemstone Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
9-Gems (Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Yellow Sapphire, Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl, Blue Zircon, Moon
Category

2010s Thai Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Blue Sapphire Pave Diamond Band Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
diamonds! Highlights: - 0.55ct natural sapphire center with a rich blue hue - 1 carat of bright white
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Blue Sapphire Pave Diamond Band Ring
Blue Sapphire Pave Diamond Band Ring
$6,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Certified No Heat 4.22 Carat Cushion Blue Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring Band Set
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Classic Sapphire & Diamond Wedding Set The ring and band have milgrain design. The ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1.51 Carat Blue Sapphire Triple Row Diamond Halo Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
-cut blue sapphire, framed by a refined halo of bright round diamonds that intensify its vivid color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

0.87 Carat Blue Sapphire Split Shank Diamond Halo Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
carat blue sapphire, cut in a refined cushion shape and framed by a delicate halo of bright round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified Blue Sapphire, Emerald, and Diamond Band Ring
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
crafted in luxurious platinum. Featuring a GIA-certified blue sapphire and a vibrant Zambian emerald, both
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Evil Eye 14 Karat Gold Stack Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, this evil ring is available in emerald, turquoise, ruby & blue sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

14K Gold Sapphire Band
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Main Stones: Blue Sapphire Sapphire Total Weight: 0.80CTW Accent Stones
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Natural Multi Gemstones Vintage Style Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
half eternity of natural square ruby, round emerald, blue sapphire, and diamond emanating a vibrant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Band Ring with Blue Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
: Sapphire: 0.16 carats (oval cut, blue) Diamonds: 0.08 carats total (brilliant cut) Weight: 3.6 grams Size
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

3.10 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond with Filigree Split Shank Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 3.10 Carat Blue Oval-Cut Sapphire with 0.16 CTTW Round-Cut Diamonds in Platinum 900 Size 6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Round Brilliant Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Band Ring
Located in London, GB
Round Brilliant Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Band Ring This unique ring features four
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Retro Wedding Rings

Materials

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

6.95 Carats Alternating Round Blue Sapphire and Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A classic eternity wedding band features a vibrant round blue sapphires weighing 4.03 carats total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Blue-Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A chic and stylish wide band featuring 3.26 carats of invisible set blue sapphire. Invisible
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.46 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Round Diamond Hasbani 18Kt Halo Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
. Sapphire & Diamond Ring 3.46 Total Gem Weight 18 Karat Gold Blue Sapphire: 2.47 Carat Diamond 0.99 Carat
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

2.49 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Round Diamond Hasbani 18Kt Halo Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
, please ask for further details. Sapphire & Diamond Ring 2.49 Total Gem Weight 18 Karat Gold Blue
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

2.51 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Round Diamond Hasbani 18Kt Halo Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
for further details. Sapphire & Diamond Ring 2.51 Total Gem Weight 18 Karat Gold Blue Sapphire
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

7.36 Carat Alternating Blue Sapphire and Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
This flexible beautiful wedding band features 6 round blue sapphires that alternate with 6 round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sapphire and Diamonds Band in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Sapphire and Diamonds Band in 18k Yellow Gold This stunning 18K yellow gold band showcases a
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Solid White Gold Diamond and Blue Sapphire Engagement Women Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Blue Sapphire Engagement Women Band Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural sapphire of 3.1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Roman Malakov 1.12 Alternating Blue Sapphire and Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A well-crafted wedding band, showcasing round cut blue sapphires weighing 0.62 carats, alternating
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef Arpels Blue Sapphire And Diamond Cocktail Band Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Baguette Cut Blue Sapphire And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail
Category

20th Century French Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18 Karat White Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Double Cluster Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Double Cluster Band Ring This enriching Prussian
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.55 Ct Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Band 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Band Ring Set in 18K Gold featuring natural sapphire of 0.55
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Roman Malakov 3.18 Carat Blue Sapphire and Emerald Cut Diamond Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and vibrant wedding band style showcasing an 8-piece emerald cut blue sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Princess Cut Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Band Ring
Located in Honolulu, HI
-H Diamond Clarity: VS Total Sapphire Carat Weight: ~ 1.00 carats Stamped: "PLAT" "1206
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

Sapphire and Diamond Channel Band in Yellow Gold
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Channel Band Ring Featuring 4 Square Cut Sapphires Totaling Approximately 1.00
Category

Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

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

10k Sapphire and diamond Halo ring. 10k Blue sapphire and diamond ribbed band.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage from the 1980s Size: 5 US Materials: Gold Gemstone: Sapphire Gem color: Blue Band color
Category

Early 2000s Fashion Rings

Timeless Blue Sapphire Diamonds White Gold Band Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
/4A Blue Sapphire 7-0,71 Т(4)/2A Blue Sapphire 38-0,32 Т(3)/3C Size 6 US Weight 2,92 grams With a
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Unisex Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Dome Band Ring 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Dome Band Ring Set in 18K Gold featuring natural blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dome Rings

Materials

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

1.00 Carat Round Blue Sapphire Pave Diamond Platinum Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1940’s late Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring. 1.00 round sapphire gemstone, set in a platinum
Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

2.83 Ct Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Band Ring in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
2.83 Ct Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

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Blue Sapphire And Diamond Band For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact blue sapphire and diamond band you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect blue sapphire and diamond band may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made 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. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic blue sapphire and diamond band over the years, but those made by Georgios Collections Inc, LB Exclusive and Cartier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and princess cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a blue sapphire and diamond band, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Blue Sapphire And Diamond Band?

On average, a blue sapphire and diamond band at 1stDibs sells for $2,681, while they’re typically $267 on the low end and $81,000 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.