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Baguette Sapphire and Diamond Double Band Cocktail Ring in 18 Carat White Gold
By Cartmer
Located in Sydney, AU
Baguette Sapphire and Diamond Double Band Cocktail Ring in 18 Carat White Gold by Cartmer Jewellery
Category

2010s Australian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Kian Design 18 Carat White Gold 2.37 Blue Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Pendant
By Kian Design
Located in South Perth, AU
Zaffiro Necklace This beautiful necklace is comprised of pale blue, white and pink sapphires in a
Category

2010s Australian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Kian Design, 18 Carat Three Stones Orange Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Kian Design
Located in South Perth, AU
beautiful orange sapphire and pair of diamonds, all in 18ct white gold settings. The band is an ornate
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Certified Cabochon 27.66 Carat Garnet Diamond Black Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
additional halo of 24 claw set Black Sapphires weighing 1.93 carats, set in yellow gold, 15.2 grams.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Contemporary 0.88ct Pink Sapphire Knife Edge Ring 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
yellow gold Jacinthe Ring is a modern treasure. A vivid pink sapphire, radiant with warmth and brilliance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary 1.50ct Pink Sapphire Diamond Scalloped Ring 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
has a central pinkish-purple cushion cut sapphire with a scalloped diamond border and diamonds in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Substantial Sapphire and VS1 G Diamond two tone 18kt Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Sydney CBD, AU
Sapphire and Diamond 18ct Gold Engagement Ring. Lovely! A Lovely 18K Yellow and White gold ring
Category

Late 20th Century Australian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold Antique Style Chandelier Earrings
By William Llewellyn Griffiths
Located in Melbourne, Vic
of each earring lies a honeyed saffron coloured 10.5mm x 7mm emerald cut sapphire. Hovering above, a
Category

2010s Australian Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Certified Natural 5.23 Carat Sri Lankan Purple Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
Sapphire, 5.23ct Sri Lankan "Purple Native" as per GSL AA 54154/2 with No Heat Treatment. Claw set in Rose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Giulians Contemporary 18k Cygent Bay South Sea Pearl and Sapphire Pendant
By Giulians
Located in Sydney, NSW
Western Australia, where some of Australia's beautiful South Sea Pearls are produced. The featured pearl
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Yellow Sapphire, Garnet and Diamond Cluster Ring Set in 18 Carat White Gold
Located in Malvern, Victoria
18ct white gold cluster design ring in with 1 oval faceted golden sapphire, 12 light hued Tsavorite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sun Ray 18 Karat Gold, Diamonds and Yellow Sapphire Pendant on Chain
Located in Palm Beach, AU
disc encircling a 7 mm 2.65 carat yellow sapphire is a glamorous and bold jewel reminiscent of 1970s
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Kian Design Padparadascha Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring 18 Carat Gold
By Kian Design
Located in South Perth, AU
beautiful padparadascha sapphire that is surrounded by a halo of bead set diamonds. Oval faceted
Category

2010s Australian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Y...

Margot McKinney 18 Karat Gold Umbalite Garnet, White Diamonds, Sapphire Earrings
By Margot McKinney
Located in Brisbane AU , Queensland
Diamonds 4.12 carat, 114 Pink Sapphires 1.70 carat, 50 Purple Sapphires 2.26 carat, 4 oval Purple Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian More Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose ...

Jane Magon s Large Green Beryl and Orange Sapphire 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Jane Magon Collections
Located in New York, NY
set with Bright Orange Sapphires prong set around it. There are also Two Pear Shaped Tsavorite Garnets
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Beryl, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold

"Hope s Embrace" 2.55 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Cluster Studs 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Ceylon sapphire of pear,, round and trilliant shapes. They are shades of pinks, blues, peaches and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.57 Carat Ceylon Blue Oval Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring Natalie Barney
By Natalie Barney
Located in Crows Nest, NSW
This cluster engagement ring showcases a stunning oval Ceylon Blue Sapphire weighing 2.57 carats in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Sapphire Old Cut Diamond 18 Carat White Yellow Gold Ring
By Canary Lane
Located in Brisbane, QLD
Fall in love with this adorable Sapphire Old Cut Diamond 18 Carat White Yellow Gold Ring. The old
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Kian Design 2.27 Carat Pear Shape Green Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Kian Design
Located in South Perth, AU
Zaffiro Cobra Ring This handmade Cobra inspired design features a gorgeous lively green sapphire
Category

Early 2000s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18 Karat Gold 1.28 Carat Natural Oval Blue Sapphire Ring with 16 VS/G Diamonds
Located in Kiara, AU
18 carat two tone gold ring set with Ceylon Sapphire and diamond. The Sapphire has been tested by
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Handmade White Gold Green Parti Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Engagement Ring
Located in Brisbane, QLD
Handmade 18ct White Gold Trilogy 1.61ct Round Brilliant Parti Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy
Category

2010s Australian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

Tahitian Pearl with Blue Sapphires Statement Ring in Oxidized Sterling Silver
By Jane Magon Collections
Located in New York, NY
Jane Magon Collections Tahitian Pearl and Pave Blue Sapphire Ring set in Black Rhodium Sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

13.94 Carat Emerald Cut Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Five-Stone Cocktail Ring
By Nicky Burles
Located in Sydney, NSW
A showstopping 13.94 carat emerald cut yellow sapphire crowns this sparkling five stone cocktail
Category

2010s Australian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Oval Pink Sapphire and Diamond Double Halo Stud Earrings in 18ct Gold
Located in LEEDERVILLE, WA
A stunning pair of rare pink Sapphire and diamond stud earrings handcrafted in 18ct white and rose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

13.94 Carat Emerald Cut Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Five-Stone Cocktail Ring
By Nicky Burles
Located in Sydney, NSW
A showstopping 13.94 carat emerald cut yellow sapphire crowns this sparkling five stone cocktail
Category

2010s Australian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Kian Design 18 Carat Two-Tone Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Ring
By Kian Design
Located in South Perth, AU
with a stunning Ceylon Sapphire and tapered baguette diamonds. The white gold setting has lovely
Category

2010s Australian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Tahitian Pearl with Blue Sapphires Statement Ring in Oxidized Sterling Silver
By Jane Magon Collections
Located in New York, NY
Jane Magon Collections Tahitian Pearl and Pave Blue Sapphire Ring set in Black Rhodium Sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Paul Amey 9k Gold, Diamond, Keshi Pearl and Blue Sapphire Pendant
By Paul Amey
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
Paul Amey’s Broome keshi pearl and blue sapphire pendant was crafted from 18K yellow gold. The
Category

2010s Australian Modern Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Siren s Call" 3.50 Carat Multi Colour Ceylon Sapphire Earrings 14 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Treasures, gold and precious gems Siren's Call Gem Details The sixteen faceted Ceylon sapphires of various
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ceylon Sapphire 9 Karat Rose White Soleil Pendant Chain Necklace Natalie Barney
By Natalie Barney
Located in Crows Nest, NSW
Sapphires with a total weight of 1.19 carats. This pendant comes complete with a 45cm fine trace chain
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary 1.38 Carat Teal Blue Sapphire Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
sapphires and one sparkling diamond set differently come together to create something special. Her quirky
Category

20th Century Australian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Contemporary 1.40 Carat Teal Blue Sapphire Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
From our Freedom Collection, The Mimi Ring is a joyful celebration of stunning sapphires and
Category

20th Century Australian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Lizunova Sapphire, Emerald Diamond Ring in 18 karat White Gold
By Lizunova Fine Jewels
Located in Sydney, NSW
a cornflower blue sapphire, offset in a diamond encrusted white gold band. The two-stone design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Pink Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold Mauresque Drop Earrings Natalie Barney
By Natalie Barney
Located in Crows Nest, NSW
Sapphires with a total weight of 3.32 carats in an unusual Moorish inspired shape. Unique and stunning, wear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Certified Natural Blue Round Ceylonese Sapphire and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
, round Ceylonese Sapphire as per GSL # AA58340, set in rose gold claws and surrounded by 18 round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold 8 Carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Jiedy Jewels
Located in Indooroopilly, QLD
18 Karat White Gold 8 Carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring Modern handcrafted design 18kt white
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Margot McKinney 18K Gold 101.51ct Onyx Earrings with Diamonds, Rubies, Sapphires
By Margot McKinney
Located in Brisbane AU , Queensland
Diamonds 0.91ct, 42 Black (treated) Diamonds 1.04ct, 342 Rubies 6.87ct, 254 Orange Sapphires 5.76ct and 20
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Dia...

5.12 Carat Natural Emerald Cut Vivid Blue Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By Nicky Burles
Located in Sydney, NSW
sapphire of 5.12 carats arises. This truly special gemstone has been handcrafted by Nicky Burles into a
Category

2010s Australian Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

0.98 Carat Padparadascha Ceylon Pink Sapphire Diamond in a Two Tone Gold Ring
By Kian Design
Located in South Perth, AU
beautiful padparadascha sapphire that is surrounded by a halo of bead set diamonds. Oval faceted
Category

2010s Australian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Y...

18.26 Carat Natural Black Sapphire and Pave Set White Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
, Natural Black Sapphire in Rose Gold Double Split Claws, Surrounded by 71 Pave Set, Round Brilliant Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Greek Key White Gold Diamond Ruby Spinel Pink Sapphire Cuff Braclet
Located in Palm Beach, AU
, VS1 diamonds totaling 2.13 carats, 200 pink sapphires totaling 2.02 carats, 89 rubies totaling 0.81
Category

2010s Australian Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Spinel, Tsavorite, 14k Gold

White Jade Geometric Shaped Necklace with Pink Sapphires in 14 Karat Gold
By Jane Magon Collections
Located in New York, NY
White Jade Slices and Ten Round Fine Pink Sapphires Bezel Set (8.90cts) in 14Kt Yellow Gold. Weighs 193
Category

2010s Australian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Cubism Pink and Purple Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Nicky Burles
Located in Sydney, NSW
fine art movement. A series of diamonds and pink and purple sapphires of different hues feature in 18
Category

2010s Australian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold 18 Karat Diamond Sapphire Cocktail Ring Pendant Earring Suite Set
Located in Palm Beach, AU
The STENMARK Sun Ray collection, in 18 karat yellow gold, diamonds and yellow sapphires comprises
Category

2010s Australian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handmade 18ct White Gold Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Brisbane, QLD
 Handmade 18ct White Gold round brilliant cut 1.06ct Ceylon Blue Sapphire & Diamond Art Deco Style
Category

2010s Australian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

Intense Fancy Yellow Diamond Sapphire Pendant Chain Necklace Natalie Barney
By Natalie Barney
Located in Crows Nest, NSW
round Intense Fancy Yellow Diamond in its centre, 26 Yellow Sapphires with a total weight of 0.58 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Paul Amey "Twilight" Black Pearl Ring in 18K WhiteGold, Diamonds and Sapphire
By Paul Amey
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
by the renowned multi award winning Australian jeweller, Paul Amey. At “Twilight’s” heart you will
Category

2010s Australian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

"Wild "Violet" 1.94 Carat Pink Purple Ceylon Sapphire Ombre Ring 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
desirous Wild Violet Gem Details The sixteen faceted round Ceylon sapphires total 1.96 carats and are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Nature s Aria" 1.87 Carat Green Ceylon Sapphire Ombre Ring 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Aria is an ode to love Nature's Aria Gem Details The sixteen faceted round Ceylon sapphires total 1.87
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Margot McKinney 18 Karat Gold 60.47ct Tanzanite Ring, Diamonds, Blue Sapphires
By Margot McKinney
Located in Brisbane AU , Queensland
set with 0.95cts of Diamonds and 5.50ct of Blue Sapphires. Ring Size USA 7 (UK/AU Size N).
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Sapphire Orange 9 Karat Yellow Gold Soleil Stud Earrings Natalie Barney
By Natalie Barney
Located in Crows Nest, NSW
Part of the 'Soleil' collection by Natalie Barney, these stud earrings feature 48 Orange Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Blue 9 Karat White Gold Soleil Stud Earrings Natalie Barney
By Natalie Barney
Located in Crows Nest, NSW
Part of the 'Soleil' collection by Natalie Barney, these stud earrings feature 48 Blue Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, 9k Gold, White Gold

Kian Design Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
By Kian Design
Located in South Perth, AU
Two lovely stones, an emerald and a sapphire, are featured at the centres of the diamond settings
Category

Early 2000s Australian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yell...

Kian Design 2.23 Carat Certified Oval Pink Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring
By Kian Design
Located in South Perth, AU
sapphire and pair of white diamonds in 18ct white gold settings. Oval cut sapphire: intense medium pink
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Contemporary 1.25 Carat Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Ring 18ct White Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
white gold Rosalyn Ring is a dazzling masterpiece, featuring concentric halos of sapphires and diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Contemporary Sapphire 1.14ct Diamond Art Deco Inspired Ring 18ct White Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
sapphires, an outer border of scintillating diamonds and a frost-kissed trio of diamonds on each shoulder
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Orange Sapphire 9 Karat Yellow Gold Soleil Pendant Chain Necklace Natalie Barney
By Natalie Barney
Located in Crows Nest, NSW
Sapphires with a total weight of 1.14 carats. This pendant comes complete with a 45cm fine trace chain
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Sapphire Australia For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact sapphire australia you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect sapphire australia among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing sapphire australia — no matter the origin — is easy, but Fine Jewels UK, Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA and Renata Bernard each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and cabochon versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a sapphire australia, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Sapphire Australia?

The price for a sapphire australia starts at $91 and tops out at $76,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,361.

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.