How old is an old European cut diamond?

How old an old European-cut diamond is varies. The old European cut is a precursor to the modern round brilliant cut. The stone appears circular when looked at from the top (because of its low table or largest facet) and has a high crown (the part above the middle of the stone) with larger facets. The tip of the stone, or the culet, is flat instead of pointed. This style was used predominantly in the 19th century, hence the name. It is best to consult a certified appraiser for assistance with dating and identifying antique jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a variety of European-cut diamond jewelry.

What is an emerald-cut sapphire?

Not to be confused with an emerald gemstone, an emerald-cut sapphire is a sapphire cut into a rectangular shape. An emerald-cut adds the illusion of flashing lights across the stone with its unique shape and step-cut along the edges. Browse a wide selection of sapphire jewelry in a variety of cuts on 1stDibs.

How old are mine cut diamonds?

Mine cut diamonds are up to 300 years ago. Mine cut diamonds were popular around the 18th century during Victorian times and are still in high demand today. You’ll find a wide selection of mine cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.

What is the best cut for a Blue Sapphire?

The best cuts for a blue sapphire are said to be oval, round, and cushion. The look of an oval-cut sapphire is similar to that of a round sapphire. The slightly extended shape, on the other hand, can make it appear larger than a similar-weight stone. A round cut is one of the most traditional shapes, and it helps a gem dazzle to its full potential. The presence of about 58 facets results in a large amount of light being reflected. Cushion cut, sometimes known as the 'pillow-cut,' has been popular for generations due to its cushion-like appearance. The gemstone has a rectangular form with soft, slightly rounded corners in this cut. Typically, the crown has 58 to 64 big facets. These cuts were popular in numerous forms of jewelry, including rings, pendants, and earrings. Find a wide variety of blue sapphire jewelry on 1stDibs.

Are old European cut diamonds valuable?

Although old European cut diamonds are often priced lower than modern cuts, due to scarcity, they can sometimes be more valuable than modern cut diamonds.

When did old European cut diamonds stop?

Jewelry makers stopped using the old European cut for diamond and other gemstone jewelry around 1930. The style was common during the Art Deco period, but the brilliant cut became popular in the years that followed. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Old European cut diamond gemstone jewelry.

Are old mine cut diamonds more valuable?

Because the old mine cut is no longer used on diamonds, diamonds with this cut are rare and so you can often get quite a lot of money for them. Nevertheless, it is still dependent on the quality of the individual diamonds and on the color, clarity, cut and carat number.

Are old European cut diamonds worth more?

Yes, old European cut diamonds can be worth more than many other cut diamonds as they are not produced anymore. This cut was developed and popularized between the years 1890 and 1930 and is likely to be found in an antique ring belonging to this period and featuring a round-cut diamond.

Are old mine cut diamonds worth more?

Old mine cut diamonds are usually worth less than old european cut diamonds. Because they are generally 10-15% less expensive, they are often larger than other cut diamonds for engagement rings.

How much is an old mine cut diamond worth?

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Old Cut Sapphire

Edwardian Sapphire Ring Platinum

1950s Sapphire And Diamond Ring

European Cut 1920 Art Deco Rings

14k Victorian Sapphire Diamond

Art Deco Sapphire Engagement Rings

Edwardian Old European Ring

2 Carat Old Mine Diamond

Mine Cut Diamond Rings

Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.65 Carats Old European Cut Diamond and Sapphires Ring

$12,800

Old Mine Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Deco Ring

By Helen Ringus

Located in TRYON, NC

family heirloom. The old mine, cushion cut diamond is .89 ct with a beautiful sparkle. On either side of

Category

1990s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Old Mine Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Deco Ring

$9,750

Old Mine Cut Diamond and Sapphire Halo Ring

Located in New York, NY

Explore history with this gorgeous Old Mine cut diamond ring featuring a 2.33ct center diamond, J-K

Category

20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Old Mine Cut Diamond and Sapphire Halo Ring

$16,695

Art Deco Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

internally clean old cut diamond. The three high quality stones are set in a fine platinum mounting, with

Category

Early 20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring

$2,633

.57 Carat Old European Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Carmel, CA

This stunning ring features a .57 carat Old European Cut diamond and 4 square cut sapphires set in

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

.57 Carat Old European Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring

$6,875

1.10ct old mine cut diamond and sapphire Bombé ring

Located in Magdeburg, DE

This ring was newly made and is in excellent condition. - One GIA certified old mine cut diamond

Category

2010s French Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1.10ct old mine cut diamond and sapphire Bombé ring

$8,664

Mid-Century 1.43 Carat Old Cut Diamond and Calibré Cut Sapphire Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

Unapologetically bold. The central cushion shaped old cut diamond is white and literally glowing

Category

Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Mid-Century 1.43 Carat Old Cut Diamond and Calibré Cut Sapphire Ring

$13,497

Art Deco 1.97 Carat Old Cut Diamond, Rose Cut Diamond and Sapphire Cluster Ring

Located in Essex, GB

Sheer magnificence. The central old European cut diamond is glowingly white, clean and bursting

Category

Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco 1.97 Carat Old Cut Diamond, Rose Cut Diamond and Sapphire Cluster Ring

$22,083

Antique Cabochon Sapphire and Old Mine-Cut Diamond Ring

Located in London, GB

Collet-set with a cabochon sapphire estimated to weigh approx. 3.00cts between two old mine-cut

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Cabochon Sapphire and Old Mine-Cut Diamond Ring

$7,955

Art Deco 1.71 Carat Natural Cabochon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Essex, GB

cabochon sapphire and old mine cut diamonds. Colour – The diamonds are G. Clarity – The diamonds are VS1

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco 1.71 Carat Natural Cabochon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring

$3,353

Vintage Blue Sapphire Old European Cut Diamond 14K 3 Stone Ring

Located in Fuquay Varina, NC

Vintage and remarkable. Old European cut diamonds fire are captivating from across the room

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Blue Sapphire Old European Cut Diamond 14K 3 Stone Ring

$6,089

Edwardian 18ct Gold Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring, Circa 1910

Located in Lancashire, Oldham

0.30ct oval, pale blue sapphire around which a cluster of 0.30ct of old cut diamonds are claw set. The

Category

Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Edwardian 18ct Gold Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring, Circa 1910

$1,159

Art Deco Sapphire Old Cut Diamond Platinum Lattice Barrette

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

sapphire at the centre, with forty-nine high white old cut diamonds of graduating size in the rest of the

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire Old Cut Diamond Platinum Lattice Barrette

$5,267

Rarever 9.06ct Natural Blue Sapphire Old Cut Diamond Ring

By RAREVER

Located in London, GB

Cushion Blue Sapphire main gemstone surrounded by 6.58 carats an old cut (Special cut Diamonds) and over a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

Rarever 9.06ct Natural Blue Sapphire Old Cut Diamond Ring

$134,422

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Sapphire Platinum Cocktail Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

central old European cut diamond – high white and full of vibrancy – is rubover set and floating within a

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Sapphire Platinum Cocktail Ring

$3,285

Antique 18 Carat Yellow Gold Sapphire and Old European Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Splitter s Creek, NSW

. It features3 prong set round cut Sapphires along with 2 prong set old European Cut Diamonds. The

Category

Antique 1890s British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18 Carat Yellow Gold Sapphire and Old European Cut Diamond Ring

$1,590

Natural Blue Sapphire and Old Mine Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring

By Maximira

Located in New York, NY

Natural Blue Sapphire and Old Mine Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring featuring 2.01 carats Total Old Mine

Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Natural Blue Sapphire and Old Mine Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring

$7,850

Victorian Bangle w/ Old Mine Cut Diamonds, Blue Sapphire, Natural Pearl Bangle

Located in Great Neck, NY

is decorated with approximately 5 carats of bright, white old mine cut diamonds, and a natural deep

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Victorian Bangle w/ Old Mine Cut Diamonds, Blue Sapphire, Natural Pearl Bangle

$31,000

Midcentury 2.20 Carat Cabochon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Essex, GB

– Oval sapphire cabochon sapphire and old mine cut diamonds. Colour – The diamonds are F to H. Clarity

Category

Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Midcentury 2.20 Carat Cabochon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring

$3,237

Art Deco 0.90 Carat Old Cut Diamond Tapered Baguette Cut Sapphire Trilogy Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

independent jewellery report. Cut – Old mine cut diamond with trapeze step cut sapphires. Colour – The

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

Art Deco 0.90 Carat Old Cut Diamond Tapered Baguette Cut Sapphire Trilogy Ring

$6,172

Blue Sapphire Old European Cut Diamond Three-Stone Gold Ring

By Beyond Fine Jewelry

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Gorgeous Blue Sapphire Round 1.50 Carats Flanked With 2 White Old European Cut VS-SI Clarity

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire Old European Cut Diamond Three-Stone Gold Ring

$7,990

Cushion Cut Sapphire and Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring, 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in New Orleans, LA

The rich blue of the approximately one-carat cushion cut sapphire will match with every outfit

Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Cushion Cut Sapphire and Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring, 14 Karat Yellow Gold

$4,400

Art Deco 1.65 Carat Old Cut Diamond Sapphire Cluster Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

A flamboyantly beautiful ring. The centre stone – a 1.23 carat old European cut displaying

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire

Art Deco 1.65 Carat Old Cut Diamond Sapphire Cluster Ring

$10,040

Victorian Sapphire and Old Mine Cut Diamond Oval Cluster Ring

Located in Brooklyn, NY

1ct cushion cut sapphire set within a halo of 12 approximately .04ct old mine cut diamonds. The

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Victorian Sapphire and Old Mine Cut Diamond Oval Cluster Ring

$5,800

Ladies’ 18k Late Victorian “Shield Ring” with Sapphires and Old Mine-cut Diamond

Located in Metairie, LA

gold. It has been masterfully jeweled with two Old Mine cut diamonds and four deep blue sapphire

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Late Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Ladies’ 18k Late Victorian “Shield Ring” with Sapphires and Old Mine-cut Diamond

$845

Vintage Coktail Shuttle Ring Yellow Gold 18K Old Mine Cut Diamond Ruby Sapphire

Located in Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana

blade format. With beautiful old mine cut diamonds. G-H color and vs1-SI1 clarity. 9 Old mine cut

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Coktail Shuttle Ring Yellow Gold 18K Old Mine Cut Diamond Ruby Sapphire

$3,530

Art Deco 5.76 Natural Ceylon Sapphire Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

origin. Cut – Cushion cut sapphire and old European cut diamonds. Colour – The diamonds are G

Category

Early 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Blue Diamond, Diamond, Sapphire

Art Deco 5.76 Natural Ceylon Sapphire Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring

$13,167

Art Deco 1.97 Carat Old Cut and Rose Cut Diamond Sapphire Gold Cluster Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

Sheer magnificence. The central old European cut diamond is glowingly white, clean and bursting

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco 1.97 Carat Old Cut and Rose Cut Diamond Sapphire Gold Cluster Ring

$21,123

Mid-Century 6.50 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

sapphire and old cut diamonds. Colour – The diamonds are F to G. Clarity – The sapphire is clean to the

Category

Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Mid-Century 6.50 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring

$21,397

Victorian 0.90 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cabochon Sapphire Gold Gypsy Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

An incredibly white and clear old mine cut diamond flanked by a pair of royal blue cabochon

Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian 0.90 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cabochon Sapphire Gold Gypsy Ring

$5,054

Edwardian 10.44 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

and old cut diamonds. Colour – The diamonds are F. Clarity – The sapphire is loupe clean. The

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Edwardian 10.44 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring

$23,043

Victorian 1.26 Carat Sapphire, Old Cut Diamond and Enamel Pendant, circa 1880

Located in Essex, GB

). Accompanied by an independent jewellery report from IGR (#30307035). Cut – Cushion cut sapphire and old mine

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Silver

Victorian 1.26 Carat Sapphire, Old Cut Diamond and Enamel Pendant, circa 1880

$3,628

Art Deco Australian Sapphire Old European Cut Diamond white gold Ring

Located in Sydney CBD, AU

gold (acid tested) 13 stone Diamond Sapphire Art Deco ring. Old European cut Diamond 12 claw set

Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco Australian Sapphire Old European Cut Diamond white gold Ring

$14,850

.85 Carat J/I3 Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring with Diamonds and Sapphires in Platinum

Located in Little Neck, NY

This gorgeous platinum diamond ring features .85ct Old European Round Cut Diamond. The diamond is

Category

Early 20th Century American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

.85 Carat J/I3 Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring with Diamonds and Sapphires in Platinum

$2,950

Art Deco 3.15 Carat Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Necklace, circa 1915

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

and an old European cut. Colour – The diamonds are F to G. Clarity – The sapphire is SI. The

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 3.15 Carat Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Necklace, circa 1915

$5,678

Victorian 3.00 Carat Green Sapphire and 3.50 Carat Old Cut Diamond Brooch

Located in Essex, GB

. Accompanied by an independent jewellery report from IGR (#30308110). Cut – Cushion cut sapphire and old mine

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold

Victorian 3.00 Carat Green Sapphire and 3.50 Carat Old Cut Diamond Brooch

$8,737

Old Mine cut 2.33 carat Diamond Sapphire Emerald Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in New York, NY

Diamond, sapphire & emerald ring centering a bezel set Old Mine Brilliant cut diamond weighing app

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Old Mine cut 2.33 carat Diamond Sapphire Emerald Platinum Engagement Ring

$18,500

Victorian Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring in in Platinum and 18 Carat Gold

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

weight of 2.03 its surrounded with fourteen mixed old cut diamonds of an estimated total weight of 1.01

Category

Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring in in Platinum and 18 Carat Gold

$6,800

Victorian Sapphire Old European Cut Diamond Carved Moon Moonstone Brooch Pin

Located in Frederick, MD

This unique Victorian Sapphire Old European Cut Diamond Carved Moon Moonstone Brooch Pin contains

Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Victorian Sapphire Old European Cut Diamond Carved Moon Moonstone Brooch Pin

$7,995

Antique Unheated Blue Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring, Certificated

Located in London, GB

treatment The Sapphire is surrounded by an estimated 2,00cts of old mine cut Diamonds The ring is 18ct

Category

Early 20th Century British George V Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique Unheated Blue Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring, Certificated

$17,830

French Deco 1.70 Ct Natural No Heat Sapphire 2.20 Carat Old Cut Diamond Platinum

Located in Napoli, IT

, with loads of old mine cut Diamonds nestled into Platinum making a sparkle frame to the main Sapphire

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

French Deco 1.70 Ct Natural No Heat Sapphire 2.20 Carat Old Cut Diamond Platinum

$4,250

Retro 11.00 Carat Star Sapphire and 1.04 Carat Old Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Essex, GB

asterism. The sapphire sits in a daringly shaped surround, with eighteen (nine each side) old cut diamonds

Category

Mid-20th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18...

Retro 11.00 Carat Star Sapphire and 1.04 Carat Old Cut Diamond Ring

$6,940

Edwardian 10.44 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring

Located in Essex, GB

old cut diamonds. Colour – The diamonds are F. Clarity – The sapphire is loupe clean. The diamonds

Category

Early 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Edwardian 10.44 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring

$22,083

Art Deco 4.95 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Essex, GB

origin. Cut – Cushion cut sapphire. The diamonds are old mine / miner cuts and rose cuts. Colour – The

Category

Early 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco 4.95 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring

$13,270

Art Deco 1.33 Carat Old Cut Diamond and 1.40 Carat Sapphire Crossover Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

shaped old cut diamond and oval cut sapphire. With baguette cut diamonds in the band. Colour – The old

Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 1.33 Carat Old Cut Diamond and 1.40 Carat Sapphire Crossover Ring

$8,888

Art Deco Natural Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1920

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

alternating with a pair of bright and lively cushion shaped old cut diamonds. Each stone is rubover set and

Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire

Art Deco Natural Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1920

$8,229

Edwardian 3.22 Carat Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Essex, GB

An unbelievable Edwardian engagement ring. The extraordinary old European cut diamond in the centre

Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian 3.22 Carat Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

$46,128

Platinum Ring with Old Cut Diamonds and Synthetic Sapphire

Located in Principaute De Monaco, MC

A platinum and diamond ring centered with a synthetic sapphire Size: IT 9,5 - US 5 1/4

Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Ring with Old Cut Diamonds and Synthetic Sapphire

$2,393

Handmade Platinum Old Mine and Sapphire Engagement Ring

Located in Miami, FL

• Platinum • 1 antique cushion old mine cut diamond J-VS2 0-90ctw. • Calibrated cut sapphires

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Handmade Platinum Old Mine and Sapphire Engagement Ring

$4,600

1.70 Carat Cushion Cut White Diamond with Sapphires "old heritage" Ring Platinum

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set in the center with a 1.70 caret cushion cut white diamond (H,SI) with smaller white diamonds

Category

Antique 16th Century More Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1.70 Carat Cushion Cut White Diamond with Sapphires "old heritage" Ring Platinum

$11,032

Edwardian 18ct Gold Old Cut Diamond Two Stone and Sapphire Ring, circa 1915

Located in Lancashire, Oldham

sapphire shoulders, dating from circa 1915. The old mine cut stones weighting approx 0.15ct set atop the

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 18ct Gold Old Cut Diamond Two Stone and Sapphire Ring, circa 1915

$1,090

Art Deco 2.15 Ct No Heat Blue Sapphire and Old Mine Cut Diamond Five-Stone Ring

Located in Napoli, IT

old mine cut Diamonds for 1.0 full carat at minimum rated as G VS/SI; full of shimmering contrast

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 2.15 Ct No Heat Blue Sapphire and Old Mine Cut Diamond Five-Stone Ring

$4,950

Art Deco 5.76 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring

Located in Essex, GB

old European cut diamonds. Colour – The diamonds are G. Clarity – The sapphire is loupe clean. The

Category

Early 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco 5.76 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring

$12,619

Late Art Deco 1.35 Ct Natural Sapphire .60 Carat Old Cut Diamond Plat/Gold Ring

Located in Napoli, IT

blue sapphire of approx 1.35 Ct (5.7 x 5.2 mm.) - 14 old cut diamonds totalling approx .60 Ct (G/I-VVS

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Late Art Deco 1.35 Ct Natural Sapphire .60 Carat Old Cut Diamond Plat/Gold Ring

$2,650

Old Cut Diamond Sapphire Original Art Deco Halo Ring in 18ct Gold Platinum

Located in London, GB

-30’s 5x4mm Oval Blue Sapphire (approx 0.35ct) Super low-set to the finger 10x 2mm 8-cut Diamonds

Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

Old Cut Diamond Sapphire Original Art Deco Halo Ring in 18ct Gold Platinum

$1,028

1920s Art Deco 4.95 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire Old Cut Diamond Gold Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

origin. Cut – Cushion cut sapphire. The diamonds are old mine / miner cuts and rose cuts. Colour

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

1920s Art Deco 4.95 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire Old Cut Diamond Gold Ring

$12,372

Art Deco 1.60 Carat Natural Sapphire and 1.40 Carat Old Cut Diamond Rare Ring

Located in Napoli, IT

colour possibly BURMA origin, excellent clarity, old cut estimate 1.60 CT for both Sapphires The amazing

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 1.60 Carat Natural Sapphire and 1.40 Carat Old Cut Diamond Rare Ring

$3,250

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Old Cut Sapphire For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact old cut sapphire you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold. You can easily find a 502 antique edition and 98 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an old cut sapphire from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic old cut sapphire over the years, but those made by Antinori Fine Jewels, Hancocks and Single Stone are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for an old european cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old mine cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. Finding an old cut sapphire for sale for women should be easy, but there are 125 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is an Old Cut Sapphire?

The price for an old cut sapphire starts at $538 and tops out at $209,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $7,282.

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 rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.)

Find an exquisite collection of vintage and antique sapphire jewelry on 1stDibs.

Questions About Old Cut Sapphire

How old is an old European cut diamond?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
How old an old European-cut diamond is varies. The old European cut is a precursor to the modern round brilliant cut. The stone appears circular when looked at from the top (because of its low table or largest facet) and has a high crown (the part above the middle of the stone) with larger facets. The tip of the stone, or the culet, is flat instead of pointed. This style was used predominantly in the 19th century, hence the name. It is best to consult a certified appraiser for assistance with dating and identifying antique jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a variety of European-cut diamond jewelry.
What is an emerald-cut sapphire?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Not to be confused with an emerald gemstone, an emerald-cut sapphire is a sapphire cut into a rectangular shape. An emerald-cut adds the illusion of flashing lights across the stone with its unique shape and step-cut along the edges. Browse a wide selection of sapphire jewelry in a variety of cuts on 1stDibs.
How old are mine cut diamonds?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Mine cut diamonds are up to 300 years ago. Mine cut diamonds were popular around the 18th century during Victorian times and are still in high demand today. You’ll find a wide selection of mine cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
What is the best cut for a Blue Sapphire?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best cuts for a blue sapphire are said to be oval, round, and cushion. The look of an oval-cut sapphire is similar to that of a round sapphire. The slightly extended shape, on the other hand, can make it appear larger than a similar-weight stone. A round cut is one of the most traditional shapes, and it helps a gem dazzle to its full potential. The presence of about 58 facets results in a large amount of light being reflected. Cushion cut, sometimes known as the 'pillow-cut,' has been popular for generations due to its cushion-like appearance. The gemstone has a rectangular form with soft, slightly rounded corners in this cut. Typically, the crown has 58 to 64 big facets. These cuts were popular in numerous forms of jewelry, including rings, pendants, and earrings. Find a wide variety of blue sapphire jewelry on 1stDibs.
Are old European cut diamonds valuable?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Although old European cut diamonds are often priced lower than modern cuts, due to scarcity, they can sometimes be more valuable than modern cut diamonds.
When did old European cut diamonds stop?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Jewelry makers stopped using the old European cut for diamond and other gemstone jewelry around 1930. The style was common during the Art Deco period, but the brilliant cut became popular in the years that followed. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Old European cut diamond gemstone jewelry.
Are old mine cut diamonds more valuable?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Because the old mine cut is no longer used on diamonds, diamonds with this cut are rare and so you can often get quite a lot of money for them. Nevertheless, it is still dependent on the quality of the individual diamonds and on the color, clarity, cut and carat number.
Are old European cut diamonds worth more?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
Yes, old European cut diamonds can be worth more than many other cut diamonds as they are not produced anymore. This cut was developed and popularized between the years 1890 and 1930 and is likely to be found in an antique ring belonging to this period and featuring a round-cut diamond.
Are old mine cut diamonds worth more?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Old mine cut diamonds are usually worth less than old european cut diamonds. Because they are generally 10-15% less expensive, they are often larger than other cut diamonds for engagement rings.
How much is an old mine cut diamond worth?
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Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021
Like any other diamond, an old mine cut diamond's worth depends on a variety of factors. These factors include the 4C's (color, clarity, cut, carat), the overall beauty and "make" of the stone, the demand, supply, etc. On average however, old mine cuts are typically priced slightly lower (around 5-10%) than modern cut diamonds.