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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

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

Sapphire Ring Diamond Wedding Band White Gold Blue Gemstone Engagement
Located in Berlin, DE
triangle cut Diamonds are prong set and arranged around this Sapphire. Modern in design and showcasing an
Category

2010s Japanese Aesthetic Movement Bridal Rings

Materials

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

Fine Square Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Band Ring 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Fine Square Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Band Blue Sapphires Diamond 18K White Gold Exclusive Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
delivery and quality assurance await from our Swiss-born brand. 18K White Gold Blue Sapphires With a
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, White Gold

18K White Gold Band Ring with Pink and Blue Sapphires
Located in Bergamo, BG
stunning sapphires—one pink and one blue—totaling 2.30 carats. The vibrant sapphires are accented by 0.60
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

2.70 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Gold Domed Swirl Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond swirl band ring. Slightly tapered domed swirl ring with a wave with 76 round
Category

Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

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

TJD 0.25 Carat Diamond and Natural Blue Sapphire 18 Karat Rose Gold Wedding Band
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This wedding band features 24 brilliant natural diamond and 20 natural blue sapphire set
Category

2010s Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vivid Diamonds AGL Certified 21.19 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Ballerina Ring
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
certified blue oval Sapphire weighing 21.19 carats, surrounded by 20 round brilliant cut diamonds and 50
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Estate Madagascar Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This gorgeous ring features a 1.35-carat deep blue sapphire center stone originating from
Category

Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Men s Platinum 18kt Rose Ceylon Sapphire Pink Diamond Band Custom Made-To-Order
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
Men's Platinum 18kt Rose Gold Ceylon Sapphire, Natural Pink Diamond Band Custom Made-To-Order
Category

2010s American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue...

Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Five-Stone Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
oval-cut blue sapphires, each encircled by a halo of shimmering round-cut diamonds. Crafted in luminous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire Baguette Diamond Engagement Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A blue sapphire and diamond engagement ring from Bracken Jewelers's estate fine jewelry collection
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Contemporary Pave Diamond and Blue Sapphire Crossover X-Band Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamond: 1.04 ctw Natural Blue Sapphire: 3.06 ctw Width: 20.6 mm Height: 7.3 mm Stamped: 14K GUILD
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18kt Oval Sapphire and Diamond Band Ring
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
. The center Oval sapphire measures 6.20-5.02 x 2.55 weighing an estimated .75 carat. The color is blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Half Eternity Pavé Blue Sapphire and Diamond Wedding Band Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Product Specifications: Type: 3mm Natural Blue Sapphire Number of Sapphire: 7 Type: Round Brilliant
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Art Deco Diamond and Triangular Blue Sapphire Dome Band Ring in White Gold
Located in Santa Monica, CA
the 1920s and features a 0.16 carat round brilliant cut diamond, flanked by two triangular blue
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

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

Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, Tanzanite, Pink Corals White Gold Band Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
1.66 ct of little white diamonds and 0.83 ct of blue sapphires. This bracelet is totally handmade and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro More Bracelets

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire Ruby and Diamond Wedding Band Ring Gift in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire Ruby and Diamond Wedding Band Ring Gift in 14K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

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

14k Stackable Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Stackable Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring This stunning Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring is in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18KT White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Eternity Band
Located in New York, NY
This elegant eternity band showcases a timeless combination of deep blue sapphires and brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Aquamarine, Diamond and Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Located in Nantucket, MA
diamonds and then bordered again with faceted, oval blue sapphire gemstones with diamonds in between. Set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Estate Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This ring features a 2.45-carat natural deep blue round-shaped sapphire adorned with 18 round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Pave Diamond Connected Band Ring Made In 14k Gold Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
sterling silver. Featuring vibrant blue sapphires and shimmering pave-set diamonds, its connected band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Picchiotti 18KT Yellow Gold 2.14Ct Diamond 1.68Ct Blue Sapphire Band Ring
By Picchiotti
Located in New York, NY
band ring beautifully set with baguette and square cut diamonds ,and baguette blue sapphires. The ring
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1990s Italian Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Effy Blue Sapphire and Pavé Diamond Leaf Motif Band Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
By Effy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Weight: 1.28 CTW Sapphire Cut: Marquise Cut Sapphire Color: Blue Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.80 CTW
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Cellini 18KT White Gold 10.69Ct. Blue Sapphire 0.72Ct. Diamond Eternity Band
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
. Can be special ordered in any size. 16 blue sapphires = 10.69 carats 1 Emerald cut diamond 0.72carats
Category

2010s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Round Blue Sapphires Diamonds Accents 14K White Gold Statement Band Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
CTW Diamonds. 0.57 CTW Blue Sapphires.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Hand Engraved Platinum Eternity Diamond Blue Sapphire Engagement Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
hand engraved diamond and blue sapphire eternity band, featuring 15 pave set G VS1 quality round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Yellow and Blue Sapphire Diamond Three Row Ring
Located in New York, NY
Yellow and Blue Sapphire Diamond Three Row Ring Description: A striking 18K yellow gold ring
Category

20th Century American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, ...

1.52 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
1.52 Carat cushion cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring This elegant ring features a 1.52
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Timeless Blue Sapphire Diamonds White Gold Band Lever-Back Earrings for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings White Gold 14 K (Matching Ring Available) Diamond 6-RND57-0,09-4/4A Blue Sapphire 10-0,87
Category

2010s Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Breathtaking Classic Blue Sapphire Diamond White Gold Wedding Band for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 72-RND 57-0.29-5/5A Blue Sapphire 5-1.05 ct US Size 6,5 Weight 2,67
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rubies Blue Sapphires Turquoise Diamonds Yellow Gold Band Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
. Diamonds ct 2.39 Blue Sapphires and Rubies ct 10.22 Turquoise 1.00 g Total weight g 135.60 R.F + uefgo For
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold 0.98ct Vivid Pear Blue Sapphire 0.60ct Diamond Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
This beautiful band fine ring boasts an astonishingly beautiful pear cut blue sapphire! very
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold 0.61ct Blue Sapphire 0.05ct Diamond Half Bezeled Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Modern unique design band ring with wide band equipped with oval Thai deep blue sapphire and 2 good
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Deep Blue Sapphires Diamond Wedding Band Ring in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Deep Blue Sapphires Diamond Wedding Band Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural sapphire of 2.65 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Estate 18k Sapphire and Diamond Eternity Band Set
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous set of sapphire and diamond eternity bands! Crafted in 18k yellow gold, these matching
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Engagement Band Ring in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Engagement Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural sapphire of 1.76
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

18kt Yellow Gold Band Ring with Sapphire and Diamond Pavé
Located in Bergamo, BG
round sapphire of 0.60 carats, surrounded by a sparkling diamond pavé totaling 0.48 carats. A timeless
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Late 20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

1.89 Carats Total Diamond Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring Wedding Band Set
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
. The wedding band showcases blue sapphires weighing 0.65 carat total, spaced by round cut diamonds in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Precision Square Cut Diamonds 14K White Gold Statement Band Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
. 0.40 CTW Diamonds. 3.00 CTW Blue Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Blackened White Gold Blue Sapphire Eternity Band Ring
Located in Bergamo, BG
sophistication. Key Features: Blackened 18K white gold eternity band Blue sapphires, total 1.29 ct US size 6.75
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18K White Gold Blue Sapphire Pavé Band Ring
Located in Bergamo, BG
A refined band ring crafted in 18K white gold, featuring a pavé of blue sapphires totaling 1.55
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Wave Design Wide Band Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
blue sapphires and round diamonds, creating a dynamic and vibrant visual effect. The use of both blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire Diamond Cluster Pave Set 14K White Gold Statement Band Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
intricate design and vibrant color. 14K White Gold 0.61 CTW Diamonds 6.60 CTW Blue Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ceylon Blue Sapphire Band Ring Accented With Diamonds Made in 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Refined and radiant, this slim band ring features 0.76 carats of vivid Ceylon blue sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Cushion Shaped Ceylon Blue Sapphire Band Ring With Diamonds In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This refined ring features a single cushion-shaped Ceylon blue sapphire at its center, framed by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Diamond and Sapphire Wide Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios gorgeous designer wide band Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Blue Diamond, Yellow Di...

Cushion Shaped Ceylon Blue Sapphire Band Ring With Diamonds In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This elegant band ring features a richly colored cushion-cut Ceylon blue sapphire at its center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified Untreated Cushion Blue Sapphire Diamond Three Stone 18k Gold Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
GIA Certified Natural Untreated Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire & Diamond 18k Gold Three Stone Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Round Light Blue Sapphire Solitaire Ring with Diamond Band 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
, reminiscent of a clear blue sky. The intricate band features three exquisite princess-cut diamonds on either
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire Diamonds Pave Dial Luxury Swiss Quartz Exotic Leather Band Watch
By Effy
Located in Oakton, VA
· Gemological certificate; FREE fully insured shipping Blue Sapphire and Diamonds
Category

2010s American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel

14 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire Ruby and Diamond Band Ring
Located in Addison, TX
A true one of a kind Sapphire and Ruby Vintage Diamond Ring. The sapphire and ruby centers stones
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Contemporary Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, England
A beautiful contemporary blue sapphire and diamond cluster ring set in 18k yellow gold and platinum
Category

2010s British Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

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

14K White Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond III Eternity Band, 2.53ct
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 14K white gold and features 9 emerald cut blue sapphires weighing 1.40 carats
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Graff Platinum Heartshape Blue Sapphire and Diamond Promise Ring
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
Graff Platinum Heartshape Blue Sapphire Promise Ring with White Heartshape Diamond Shoulders and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

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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.