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GIA Unheated Sri Lanka Pink Purple Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18k Rose Gold
GIA Unheated Sri Lanka Pink Purple Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18k Rose Gold

GIA Unheated Sri Lanka Pink Purple Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18k Rose Gold

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous 3.75 ct. Sri Lanka unheated pink purple sapphire octagon with 0.60 ct. good quality white diamond rounds.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Rose Gold

Unheated 5.65ct Purple Blue Sapphire No Heat Plat & Diamond Ring - Stunning!
Unheated 5.65ct Purple Blue Sapphire No Heat Plat & Diamond Ring - Stunning!

Unheated 5.65ct Purple Blue Sapphire No Heat Plat & Diamond Ring - Stunning!

Located in bangkok, TH

A simply gorgeous Estate ring set in solid platinum and featuring a stunning Unheated Purple Blue Sapphire from Sri Lanka weighing an impressive 5.65ct.

Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

0.74ct Color Change Sapphire Blue Purple Untreated IGI Certified Unheated Pear
0.74ct Color Change Sapphire Blue Purple Untreated IGI Certified Unheated Pear

0.74ct Color Change Sapphire Blue Purple Untreated IGI Certified Unheated Pear

By Gems and Jewels UK

Located in Birmingham, GB

0.74ct Colour Change Sapphire Blue Purple Untreated IGI Certified Unheated Pear Rare Untreated Colour Change Sapphire Gemstone. 0.74 Carat unheated sapphire with a rare colour chang...

Category

20th Century More Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire

Natural Unheated Purple Star Sapphire Gemstone 6.65 carats with GIA Report
Natural Unheated Purple Star Sapphire Gemstone 6.65 carats with GIA Report

Natural Unheated Purple Star Sapphire Gemstone 6.65 carats with GIA Report

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Identification: Natural Purple Star Sapphire 6.65 carats with GIA Report Carat: 6.65 carats Shape: Oval Measurements: 11.35 x 8.25 x 6.87 mm Cut: Brilliant/Step Color: Purple Clari...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Star Sapphire

Certified Unheated 3 Cts Purple Sapphire with Diamond Ring Set in 18k Rose Gold
Certified Unheated 3 Cts Purple Sapphire with Diamond Ring Set in 18k Rose Gold

Certified Unheated 3 Cts Purple Sapphire with Diamond Ring Set in 18k Rose Gold

Located in Bangkok, TH

Purple Sapphire 3.10 carats with Diamond 1.49 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings (GIT Certified, The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand) Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.6 c...

Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Unheated 1.19ct Colour Change Sapphire Green Blue Purple IGI Certified Pear Cut
Unheated 1.19ct Colour Change Sapphire Green Blue Purple IGI Certified Pear Cut

Unheated 1.19ct Colour Change Sapphire Green Blue Purple IGI Certified Pear Cut

By Gems and Jewels UK

Located in Birmingham, GB

Unheated 1.19ct Colour Change Sapphire Green Blue Purple IGI Certified Pear Cut Rare Untreated Colour Change Sapphire Gemstone. 1.19 Carat unheated sapphire with a rare colour chang...

Category

20th Century More Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire

1 1/2 Carat Pear Violet Changing to Purple Sapphire GIA Unheated
1 1/2 Carat Pear Violet Changing to Purple Sapphire GIA Unheated

1 1/2 Carat Pear Violet Changing to Purple Sapphire GIA Unheated

Located in San Francisco, CA

This Pear shape 1.51-carat Natural Violet changing to Purple color sapphire GIA certified has been hand-selected by our experts for its top luster and unique color

Category

2010s Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

GIA 8.50ct natural no heat sapphire diamond ring 14kt. unheated purple pink*
GIA 8.50ct natural no heat sapphire diamond ring 14kt. unheated purple pink*

GIA 8.50ct natural no heat sapphire diamond ring 14kt. unheated purple pink*

Located in New York, NY

A+ Tangibility. GIA Certified 5.50ct. Natural No heat Sapphire ring. Report: 2155939886 Oval cut: 12.18 X 8.67 X 6.05mm Transparent, purplish pink & Clean Clarity. 3.00...

Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

36 Carats Unheated Multicolored Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
36 Carats Unheated Multicolored Sapphire and Diamond Necklace

36 Carats Unheated Multicolored Sapphire and Diamond Necklace

Located in Chicago, IL

This gorgeous necklace consists of 30 oval mixed cut sapphires in an array of colors including, purple, blue, green, yellow, orange and pink.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...

GIA Certified Unheated Brown-Purple Sapphire, Brown Diamond Ring in 18K Rose
GIA Certified Unheated Brown-Purple Sapphire, Brown Diamond Ring in 18K Rose

GIA Certified Unheated Brown-Purple Sapphire, Brown Diamond Ring in 18K Rose

Located in Bangkok, TH

Color Changing Sapphire 3.84 carats with Brown Diamond 0.49 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.2 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 6.00 grams "We first...

Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

3.08 Carat GIA Certified Unheated Purplish Pink Sapphire
3.08 Carat GIA Certified Unheated Purplish Pink Sapphire

3.08 Carat GIA Certified Unheated Purplish Pink Sapphire

Located in Great Neck, NY

GIA Certified Oval Purplish Pink Sapphire weighing 3.08 carats Measuring (9.55x7.58x5.22) mm No indications of heating

Category

2010s Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire

1.02 Carat Oval Purplish Pink Sapphire GIA Unheated
1.02 Carat Oval Purplish Pink Sapphire GIA Unheated

1.02 Carat Oval Purplish Pink Sapphire GIA Unheated

Located in San Francisco, CA

This 1.02 carat Oval Purplish Pink Sapphire GIA Certificate number 2205389632 was selected by our experts for its top luster. It's unheated in its original color. We can custom make...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire

Unheated Purple Pink Sapphire Stone 1.52 cts in Platinum Ring w Dia / GIA Report
Unheated Purple Pink Sapphire Stone 1.52 cts in Platinum Ring w Dia / GIA Report

Unheated Purple Pink Sapphire Stone 1.52 cts in Platinum Ring w Dia / GIA Report

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Embark on a journey of discovery with a captivating Natural Unheated Purple Pink Sapphire Ring. Weighing 1.52 carats, this rare gem is nestled in a Platinum setting, adorned with 0.3...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

1.38 Carat Round Shape Lavender Color Sapphire GIA Certified Unheated
1.38 Carat Round Shape Lavender Color Sapphire GIA Certified Unheated

1.38 Carat Round Shape Lavender Color Sapphire GIA Certified Unheated

Located in San Francisco, CA

This Round shape 1.38-carat Natural Unheated Lavender/Light Purple color Sri-Lankan sapphire GIA certificate number:1206624540 has been hand-selected by our experts for its top luste...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire

1.22 Carat Cushion Shaped "Bubblegum" Color Sapphire GIA Certified Unheated
1.22 Carat Cushion Shaped "Bubblegum" Color Sapphire GIA Certified Unheated

1.22 Carat Cushion Shaped "Bubblegum" Color Sapphire GIA Certified Unheated

Located in San Francisco, CA

This Cushion shape 1.22-carat Natural Unheated Purplish-Pink sapphire GIA certificate number: 6204624610 has been hand-selected by our experts for its top luster and vibrant unique c...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire

1.62 Carat Emerald Shape Light Violet Sapphire GIA Certified Unheated
1.62 Carat Emerald Shape Light Violet Sapphire GIA Certified Unheated

1.62 Carat Emerald Shape Light Violet Sapphire GIA Certified Unheated

Located in San Francisco, CA

This Emerald shape 1.62-carat Natural Unheated Very Light Violet color sapphire GIA certificate number: 6204624593 has been hand-selected by our experts for its top luster and unique...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple Sapphire

GGTL Certified Unheated Heart Padparadscha Light Pink Sapphire Brooch
GGTL Certified Unheated Heart Padparadscha Light Pink Sapphire Brooch

GGTL Certified Unheated Heart Padparadscha Light Pink Sapphire Brooch

By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery

Located in Berlin, DE

This contemporary 18 karat yellow gold brooch is encrusted with 3 round diamonds and detachable natural unheated GGTL certified padparadscha sapphire in heart shape cut, 1,2 carats, ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire...

Pinky Ring with Cushion Cut Purple Sapphire
Pinky Ring with Cushion Cut Purple Sapphire

Pinky Ring with Cushion Cut Purple Sapphire

By M&V Vanguard Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Pinky Ring with Cushion Cut Purple Sapphire In 14k Yellow Gold with bezel set east west purple sapphire (unheated) totaling 0.94ct Size: 4

Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

9.33 Carats Unheated Multi-Color Sapphires & Diamond Bracelet Made in Platinum
9.33 Carats Unheated Multi-Color Sapphires & Diamond Bracelet Made in Platinum

9.33 Carats Unheated Multi-Color Sapphires & Diamond Bracelet Made in Platinum

Located in Tokyo, JP

A beautiful ring featuring 9.33 Carats of Natural Multi Color Unheated Sapphires and 1.34 Carats Diamond Accents set in Platinum. Sapphires have extraordinary durability - they excel...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...

GIA 18K 4.20ct Sri Lanka Unheated Color Changed Sapphire&Diamond Engagement Ring
GIA 18K 4.20ct Sri Lanka Unheated Color Changed Sapphire&Diamond Engagement Ring

GIA 18K 4.20ct Sri Lanka Unheated Color Changed Sapphire&Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Kaohsiung City, TW

*GIA 18K 4.20ct Sri Lanka Unheated Color Changed Sapphire⋄ Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Sri Lanka natural unheated color changed ( purple to pink ) Sapphire weighing 4.20 ct set...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Purple Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Whit...

Unheated Color Change Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Unheated Color Change Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold

Unheated Color Change Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold

Located in Bangkok, TH

Purple Sapphire 3.44 carats, Purple Sapphire0.32 carat, Emerald 1.0 carat and Diamond 0.25 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings (Certified by GIT: The Gem and Jewelry Institute o...

Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1.41 Carat Unheated Lavender Sapphire Cushion Diamond Platinum Ring GIA Merkaba
1.41 Carat Unheated Lavender Sapphire Cushion Diamond Platinum Ring GIA Merkaba

1.41 Carat Unheated Lavender Sapphire Cushion Diamond Platinum Ring GIA Merkaba

By Merkaba

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A refined 1.41 carat unheated lavender sapphire diamond platinum ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, designed as a romantic three stone jewel with rare color, graceful proportion,...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

GIA 18K 3.20 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring
GIA 18K 3.20 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring

GIA 18K 3.20 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring

Located in Kaohsiung City, TW

*GIA 18K 3.20 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Kashmir unheated Purple Pink Sapphire weighing 3.20 ct set on the 18K white gold band ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA 18K 2.64 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring
GIA 18K 2.64 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring

GIA 18K 2.64 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring

Located in Kaohsiung City, TW

*GIA 18K 2.64 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Kashmir unheated Purple Pink Sapphire weighing 2.64 ct set on the 18K white gold band ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

IGI Certified Fine Vivid Pink Unheated Sapphire Marquise Cut White Gold Pendant
IGI Certified Fine Vivid Pink Unheated Sapphire Marquise Cut White Gold Pendant

IGI Certified Fine Vivid Pink Unheated Sapphire Marquise Cut White Gold Pendant

By Gems and Jewels UK

Located in Birmingham, GB

Fine Vivid Pink Sapphire 14k White Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace. 0.66 Carat vivid pink sapphire with an excellent marquise/navette cut and excellent clarity, very clean gem. Ful...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

GGTL Certified Unheated Heart Cut Padparadscha Pink Sapphire Rose Gold Brooch
GGTL Certified Unheated Heart Cut Padparadscha Pink Sapphire Rose Gold Brooch

GGTL Certified Unheated Heart Cut Padparadscha Pink Sapphire Rose Gold Brooch

By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery

Located in Berlin, DE

This contemporary 18 karat rose gold brooch is encrusted with 3 round diamonds and detachable natural unheated GGTL certified padparadscha pink sapphire in heart shape cut, 1,2 carat...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire...

GIA 18K 1.09 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring
GIA 18K 1.09 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring

GIA 18K 1.09 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring

Located in Kaohsiung City, TW

*GIA/IGI 18K 1.09 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Sapphire Art Deco Design Engagement Ring* GIA/IGI-certified Kashmir unheated purplish pink Sapphire weighing 1.09 ct set on the 18K white ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA 18K 2.09 Ct Sri Lanka Unheated Color Changed Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring
GIA 18K 2.09 Ct Sri Lanka Unheated Color Changed Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring

GIA 18K 2.09 Ct Sri Lanka Unheated Color Changed Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring

Located in Kaohsiung City, TW

*GIA 18K 2.09 Ct Sri Lanka Unheated Color Changed Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Sri Lanka unheated color changed ( violet changing to purplish pink ) Sapphire weighi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

6.86 Carats Unheated Multi-Color Sapphires Full Eternity Ring Made in 18K Gold
6.86 Carats Unheated Multi-Color Sapphires Full Eternity Ring Made in 18K Gold

6.86 Carats Unheated Multi-Color Sapphires Full Eternity Ring Made in 18K Gold

Located in Tokyo, JP

A beautiful ring featuring 6.86 Carats of Natural Multi Color Unheated Sapphires made in 18K Gold. Sapphires have extraordinary durability - they excel in hardness as well as toughne...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...

GIA Certified 15.45 Carat Unheated Kashmir Sapphire Diamond Platinum Bracelet
GIA Certified 15.45 Carat Unheated Kashmir Sapphire Diamond Platinum Bracelet

GIA Certified 15.45 Carat Unheated Kashmir Sapphire Diamond Platinum Bracelet

Located in Trumbull, CT

GIA-Certified 15.45 Carat Unheated Kashmir Sapphire & Diamond Bracelet This exquisite bracelet showcases a rare 15.45 carat unheated Kashmir purple-pink sapphire, certified by GIA.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA 18K 0.56 Ct Kashmir Unheated Vivid Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring
GIA 18K 0.56 Ct Kashmir Unheated Vivid Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring

GIA 18K 0.56 Ct Kashmir Unheated Vivid Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring

Located in Kaohsiung City, TW

*GIA 18K 0.56 Ct Kashmir Unheated Vivid Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Kashmir unheated Vivid Purple Pink Sapphire weighing 0.56 ct set on the 18K white gold band with...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

10 Ct Natural Sapphire No heated Purple color
10 Ct Natural Sapphire No heated Purple color

10 Ct Natural Sapphire No heated Purple color

Located in bangkok, TH

GG47: 10 Ct size unheated (No Heated) sapphire purple color GEM DESCRIPTION Variety: Unheated Sapphire Burma Weight: 10ct Ct Color: purple Cut: Excellent Clarity: 99% cle...

Category

2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

GIA Sri Lanka No Heat 20.50 Carat Purple Sapphire Ring in 18K White Gold
GIA Sri Lanka No Heat 20.50 Carat Purple Sapphire Ring in 18K White Gold

GIA Sri Lanka No Heat 20.50 Carat Purple Sapphire Ring in 18K White Gold

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous 20.50 ct. unheated Sri Lanka purple sapphire oval with 0.59 ct. good quality white diamond rounds.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Purple Sapphire, Sapphire, White Gold

1950s GIA 4.38ctw Natural Color-Change PURPLE No-Heat Sapphire Diamond Plat Ring
1950s GIA 4.38ctw Natural Color-Change PURPLE No-Heat Sapphire Diamond Plat Ring

1950s GIA 4.38ctw Natural Color-Change PURPLE No-Heat Sapphire Diamond Plat Ring

Located in New York, NY

1950s GIA 4.38ctw Natural Color-Change PURPLE Unheated Round Sapphire Diamond Platinum Cocktail Cluster Vintage Ring.

Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

Cushion Purple Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Cushion Purple Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace

Cushion Purple Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace

By Galt & Bro. Jewelers

Located in Tysons, VA

18 Karat White Gold Pendant Sterling Silver Wheat Chain 18 inches 15.0 CT Unheated Purple Blue Lavender Sapphire 1.75 cts Diamonds

Category

2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian 1.80 Ct Certified Purple Ceylon Sapphire 2.0 Ct Diamond Navette ring
Victorian 1.80 Ct Certified Purple Ceylon Sapphire 2.0 Ct Diamond Navette ring

Victorian 1.80 Ct Certified Purple Ceylon Sapphire 2.0 Ct Diamond Navette ring

Located in Napoli, IT

Can easily resize A rare and unique for age and quality gemstone, Natural No Heat Sapphires are very limited in the marked and rare nature gift Metal: 18 Kt yellow gold, tested Hall...

Category

Antique 1880s European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

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Unheated Purple Sapphire For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact unheated purple sapphire you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. For this particular piece, 1.5 Carat and 2 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic unheated purple sapphire over the years, but those made by Fine Jewels UK, Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Mehnaz Durrani are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cushion cut and round cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an unheated purple sapphire, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Unheated Purple Sapphire?

Prices for an unheated purple sapphire can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $354 and can go as high as $125,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,495.

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.