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Art Deco Style White Brilliant Cut Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Ring has a 0.88 Carats Natural Oval Cut Blue Sapphire. Size ITA 13 USA 6 1/2
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Diamond 0.77Ctw Blue Sapphire 3.98Ctw Spiral Band Ring 14K White Gold Size 7
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous triple row spiral band ring features prong set oval cut blue sapphires in the center
Category

2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Band Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous ring holds five deep blue sapphires. The central sapphire each measuring 5pts. The
Category

Vintage 1980s British More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Women Blue Sapphire Diamond Cluster Band Engagement Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue sapphire engagement ring with diamonds set in 18k gold which perfectly goes with your
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Style 0.82 Carat White Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Rose Cut Diamonds. This Ring has 0.60 Carats of Modern Round Cut Blue Sapphires. This
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, S...

18kt Yellow Gold Vintage Band Ring 3.26ct Blue Sapphires 0.88 White Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
Band ring made of 18kt yellow gold with natural brilliant-cut diamonds for ct.0.88 and cabochon-cut
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Sapphire Diamond wedding band eternity diamond ring 14KT ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Blue sapphire and diamond ring in 14KT white gold, eternity ring bezel set. Metal Type: 14KT Gram
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond Engagement Band in 925 Solid Silver Everyday Ring for Mom
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire Diamond Engagement Band in sterling silver featuring natural blue sapphire of 0.94
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Blue Sapphire Diamond Wide Band Wedding Ring in Sterling Silver for Women Gift
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire Diamond Wide Band Wedding Ring in sterling silver featuring natural blue sapphire of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Blue Sapphire Diamonds Pave Dial Luxury Swiss Quartz Exotic Leather Band Watch
By Effy
Located in Oakton, VA
micro-paved with diamonds and gemstones enhances any dress style · Scratch-resistant sapphire
Category

2010s American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Antique Art Deco Platinum Trillion Cut Diamond and Sapphire Eternity Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Trillion Cut Diamond and Sapphire Eternity Band. This amazing
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Alex Jona White Diamond Blue Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
with 22 alternating square cut white diamonds and blue sapphires bezel-set weighing 1.80 carats in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum

0.68 Carat Round Side Band Diamond Solitaire 18 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline. Great for birthstones
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire Diamond Thick Engagement Band Style Ring in 18kt Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Thick Diamond Sapphire Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural sapphire of 1.43 carats and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Regal Blue Sapphire Diamond Engagement Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Mom Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Glamorous Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Engagement Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Vivid Diamonds AGL Certified 21.19 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
21.19 carat oval blue sapphire, with a heated Ceylon provenance, accented by two GIA certified trillion
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

1.84 Carat Oval Cut Dark Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 1.84 Carat Oval Cut Blue Sapphire and 0.27 CTTW Round Cut Pave Set Diamond Three Stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Blue Sapphire Marquise Shape Diamond Pave Set 14K White Gold Statement Band Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
This exquisite piece features a wide band encrusted with shimmering sapphires & diamonds. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Fine Cornflower Blue Oval Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Three Stone 18k Gold Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Cornflower Blue Oval Cut Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone 18k Gold Ring. Fine colour
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

1.62ct Fine Vivid Blue Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Cluster Cocktail 18k Gold Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vivid Blue Oval Cut Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond 18k Gold Cluster Ring 1.62 Total Carat. Fine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Natural Oval Sapphire and Diamond and Ruby 2.84 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Band
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's intriguing sapphire cocktail band. Mounted in a beautiful 14K White Gold setting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, W...

Roman Malakov 1.88 Carats Total Round Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A classic and brilliant wedding band, featuring five round brilliant cut blue sapphires weighing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond Pave Dial Luxury Swiss Quartz Exotic Leather Band Watch
By Effy
Located in Oakton, VA
· Gemological certificate; FREE fully insured shipping 2.52 CT of Pink Sapphire and Diamonds
Category

2010s American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel

18kt Yellow Gold Band Ring with Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
blue sapphires interspersed with sparkling brilliant-cut diamonds. This harmonious design captures a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18 Karat Band Ring with Tanzanite, Sapphires and Diamonds
By Amy Glaswand
Located in New York, NY
Topping this high fashion, double band shank are three blue Sapphire Baguettes. The edge of this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

18 Karat Band Ring with Tanzanite, Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Topping this high fashion, double band shank are three blue Sapphire Baguettes. The edge of this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Heart Shaped Ceylon Blue Sapphire Band Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT White Gold Heart Ceylon Blue Sapphire Band Ring with Diamonds Romantic with a refined twist
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Every Day Diamond Blue Sapphire Enamel Band Yellow 14k Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Yellow Gold 14K Ring Diamond 56-0,28 ct Blue Sapphire 26-0,08 ct Enamel Size 7 Weight 8,28
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

3 Stone Ceylon Blue Sapphire Band Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This elegant band ring showcases three vibrant Ceylon blue sapphires at its center, offering a bold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Oval Shaped Ceylon Blue Sapphire Band Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
: Total Diamond Weight: 0.51 carats Ceylon Blue Sapphire: Weight: 0.97 carats Cut: Oval Color: Rich Blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Oval Shaped Ceylon Blue Sapphire Band Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
: Vibrant Blue Product Features: Design: Oval Sapphire Band with Diamond Accents Style: Graceful, Colorful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Ceylon Blue Sapphire 3 Stone Band Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This elegant band ring features three beautifully matched Ceylon blue sapphires totaling 1.82
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Oval Shaped Ceylon Blue Sapphire Band Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
: Style: Band Ring Design: Oval Blue Sapphire Center with Diamond Accents Metal: Solid 18k White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Stunning Blue Sapphire Diamond Engagement Band Ring for Her in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Blue Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of 0.33
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Antique Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five Stone Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set within the gold there are three bright blue and gorgeous sapphires totalling approx 20pts. Sat
Category

Vintage 1920s British More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Blue Sapphire Channel Set Wedding Band with Diamonds in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural sapphire of 1.09 carats and diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

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

3 Stone Ceylon Blue Sapphire Band Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This refined band ring showcases three oval-cut Ceylon blue sapphires, evenly spaced and accented
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Van Cleef Arpels Platinum Diamond Sapphire Band Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
timeless aesthetic, combining the brilliance of diamonds with the deep, refined hue of natural sapphires
Category

Vintage 1950s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Alternating Double Blue Sapphire Diamond Eternity Band 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Here is a very lovely sapphire and diamond eternity ring with an Art Deco period design. Hand-made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Red Ruby Emerald Blue Sapphire Flexible Eternity Band 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Tartan Classic Colors Ring Diamond Red Ruby Emerald Blue Sapphire Flexible Eternity Band 18K Rose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

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

18k White Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Snake Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Snake Ring This stunning Sapphire Diamond Snake Ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Alex Jona White Diamond Blue Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
with 12 of round cut white diamonds, total carats 0.53 and 20 round cut blue sapphires for total 0.45
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Alex Jona White Diamond Blue Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
with round cut white diamonds, FG color, VS clarity, weighing 0.45 carats in total and round cut blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Alex Jona White Diamond Blue Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
with 0.72 carats of round cut white diamonds, E color, VVS1 clarity and 0.87 carats of blue sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five Stone Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set within the gold there are three bright blue and gorgeous sapphires totalling approx 15pts. Sat
Category

Vintage 1960s British More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

2.22ct Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum and Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous three stone ring features a round royal blue sapphire weighing 2.22ct mounted in a
Category

2010s English Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

18K White Gold Triple Band Diamond Cocktail Ring with 1.61Ct Oval Blue Sapphire
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
oval-cut blue sapphire as its centerpiece, elegantly secured in a classic four-prong setting. Enhancing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five Stone Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set within the gold there are three bright blue and gorgeous sapphires totalling approx 40pts. Sat
Category

Vintage 1960s British More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

3.1 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in London, GB
iridescent arrangement of 12 glittering diamonds, all held together on a Platinum band. The Blue Sapphire at
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21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1Ct Blue Sapphire Diamond Multi-Band Cocktail Ring in 14K White Gold Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring is crafted in 14K white gold, showcasing a 1-carat oval-cut blue sapphire as the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Domed Band Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
of blue sapphires and sparkling diamonds. Two rows of square-cut sapphires are framed by three rows
Category

Vintage 1980s Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Statement Blue Sapphire Diamond 1.28 Carat Wedding Band Ring in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Statement Blue Sapphire Diamond 1.28 Carat Wedding Band Ring in 14k White Gold featuring natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Alfieri St. John Diamonds and Blue Sapphires Gold Ring
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
durability. The diamonds and sapphires are intricately set within the gold band. The diamonds are bead set
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

White Gold Ring with White Diamonds and Blue Sapphires
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
sapphires in varying cuts forms a lush, dimensional flower, delicately framed by a halo of white diamonds
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Genuine Blue Sapphire Halo Diamonds Half Wedding Band Ring in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
White Gold Gemstone - Blue Sapphire Gemstone weight - 1.52 cts Gemstone size - 5x3 mm Diamond Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

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

0.20ct Sapphire and Diamond Wedding Band in 18k White Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptionally beautiful white gold diamond and sapphire band is breathtaking! The diamonds and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.58 Carat Oval-Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Filigree Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 1.58 Carat Oval-Cut Blue Sapphire and 0.18 CTTW Round-Cut Diamond Filigree Setting in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 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.