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1.5ct Pear Cut UNTREATED NATURAL BLUE SAPPHIRE Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Lanham, MD
Indulge in the captivating allure of this exquisite EYE CLEAN 1.5-carat Pear Cut Untreated Natural
Category
2010s African Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
1ct Round Teal Blue Natural Untreated Sapphire Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Lanham, MD
Discover the timeless beauty of this EYE CLEAN 1-carat Round Teal Blue Natural Untreated Sapphire
Category
2010s African Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
Certified Blue Sapphire & Diamond Signet Ring 'Natural & Untreated'
Located in London, GB
:
Gemstone: natural untreated, Ceylon Blue Sapphire
Weight of Sapphire : 1 carat
Conflict free natural
Category
2010s English Contemporary Signet Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold
Certified 6 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Earring 'Natural & Untreated'
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Natural untreated, Ceylon blue Sapphires
AAAA highest heirloom quality
Total weight of
Category
2010s Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry Certified Natural untreated Cornflower Blue Sapphire Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Fifth Avenue,
Featuring a true cornflower blue untreated Sri Lankan Ceylon Sapphire just over 5 Carats
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire
GRS Certified Blue Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace 'Natural & Untreated'
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Natural untreated, Ceylon blue Sapphire
AAAA highest heirloom quality
Total weight of
Category
2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
1ct Round Cut Natural Untreated Blue Sapphire Cluster Ring
By Hannaboya
Located in Lanham, MD
Elevate your style with the exquisite beauty of our Regal Round Cut Blue Sapphire Ring of Platinum
Category
2010s African Modern Cluster Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Zircon, Platinum, Sterling Silver
Sapphires Ceylon royal blue natural untreated total weight 0.50ct.
Located in London, GB
cluster engagement ring in platinum.
Sapphires Ceylon royal blue natural untreated total weight 0.50ct
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Materials
Sapphire
Certified 7.5 Carat Cornflower Blue Sapphire Bezel Ring 'Natural & Untreated'
Located in London, GB
, this ring is a symbol of sophistication.
Materials:
Gemstone: natural untreated, Ceylon Blue Sapphire
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural Deep Teal Blue Sapphire 1.02ct Gia Certified 5.8x4.7mm Oval Untreated
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Deep Teal Blue Sapphire 1.02ct Gia Certified 5.8x4.7mm Oval Untreated
GIA Certified
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
Gia Certified 1.15ct NATURAL Blue Sapphire Untreated Pear Teardrop Cut Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
GIA CERTIFIED 1.15ct NATURAL Blue Sapphire UNTREATED Pear Teardrop Cut Gem
GIA Certified Natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
H 0.3 in W 0.26 in D 0.13 in
IGI Certified 1.11Ct Natural Teal Blue Sapphire Untreated Unheated Rare Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
IGI Certified 1.11Ct Natural Teal Blue Sapphire Untreated Unheated Rare Gem
Natural Deep Teal Blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire
H 0.23 in W 0.24 in D 0.16 in
Natural Untreated Blue Sapphire Sterling Silver Flower Ring for Her
Located in New York, NY
Natural Untreated Blue Sapphire Flower Ring for Her in sterling silver. You shall need these
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural 1.04ct Untreated Deep Blue Sapphire Gia Certified Pear Teardrop Cut Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 1.04ct Untreated Deep Blue Sapphire Gia Certified Pear Teardrop Cut Gem
GIA Certified
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
1.17Ct Sapphire Gia Certified Natural Green Blue Teal Untreated Natural Oval Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.17ct Sapphire GIA Certified NATURAL Green Blue Teal UNTREATED NATURAL Oval Gem
GIA Certified
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire
H 0.27 in W 0.23 in D 0.15 in
2.05CT Natural Untreated Sri Lankan Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 1.40ct Natural Untreated Sri Lankan Blue Sapphire with GIA Certification.
6.17 x 5.69 mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Certified 7.5 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Ring 'Natural & Untreated' Cornflower Blue
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: natural untreated, Ceylon Blue Sapphire
AAAA highest heirloom quality
Weight of Sapphire
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
Gia Certified 1.11ct Sapphire Natural Vivid Blue Green Untreated 6.7x5.2mm If
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Gia Certified 1.11ct Sapphire Natural Vivid Blue Green Untreated 6.7x5.2mm If
Natural Untreated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire
Gia Certified 1.06ct Natural Green Blue Teal Sapphire Untreated Pear Teardrop
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Gia Certified 1.06ct Natural Green Blue Teal Sapphire Untreated Pear Teardrop
Natural Vivid Green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire
Gia Certified 1.08Ct Natural Untreated Green Blue Teal Pear Cut Sapphire
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
GIA CERTIFIED 1.08ct NATURAL Sapphire UNIQUE Green Blue Teal Pear Cut UNTREATED
Natural Fine Blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire
H 0.28 in W 0.25 in D 0.14 in
GIA Certified 1.03Ct Sapphire Natural Vivid Green Blue Untreated 6.8X4.3Mm IF
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
GIA Certified 1.03Ct Sapphire Natural Vivid Green Blue Untreated 6.8X4.3Mm IF
Natural Untreated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire
H 0.17 in W 0.27 in D 0.16 in
Natural 1.10Ct Deep Blue Untreated Sapphire Gia Certified Pear Cut 7.5X4.9mm
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 1.10Ct Deep Blue Untreated Sapphire Gia Certified Pear Cut 7.5X4.9mm
GIA Certified
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire
H 0.3 in W 0.2 in D 0.14 in
Gia Certified Natural 2.06ct Dark Blue Untreated Sapphire Pear Cut 8.6x7mm
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Gia Certified Natural 2.06ct Dark Blue Untreated Sapphire Pear Cut 8.6x7mm
GIA Certified Natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire
Natural Untreated Sapphire 1.17Ct Gia Certified Deep Blue Oval Cut Unheated Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
NATURAL Untreated Sapphire 1.17ct GIA CERTIFIED DEEP Blue Oval Cut Unheated Gem
Natural Untreated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire
H 0.25 in W 0.17 in D 0.21 in
Gia Certified 1.24ct NATURAL Sapphire UNIQUE Green Blue TEAL Pear Cut Untreated
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
GIA CERTIFIED 1.24ct NATURAL Sapphire UNIQUE Green Blue TEAL Pear Cut UNTREATED
Natural Fine Green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire
H 0.29 in W 0.24 in D 0.15 in
Gia Certified 1.04ct Sapphire Octagon Natural Green Blue Untreated 5.6x5.3mm
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Gia Certified 1.04ct Sapphire Octagon Natural Green Blue Untreated 5.6x5.3mm
Natural Untreated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
GIA Certified 1.13Ct Natural Sapphire Unique Green Blue Teal Pear Cut Untreated
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
GIA Certified 1.13Ct Natural Sapphire Unique Green Blue Teal Pear Cut Untreated
Natural Fine Green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire
Art Nouveau Natural Pearl & Yogo Montana Sapphire Pendant Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
. In the center of this striking pendant is a vivid blue natural and unheated Yogo sapphire from
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Gia Certified Natural 1.02ct Untreated Green Blue Sapphire 5.9x6.6mm Heart Cut
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
GIA CERTIFIED Natural 1.02ct Untreated Green Blue Sapphire 5.9x6.6mm Heart Cut
GIA Certified
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Natural 1.18Ct Untreated Green Blue Sapphire Gia Certified Unheated Heart Cut
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
NATURAL 1.18ct Untreated Green Blue Sapphire GIA CERTIFIED Unheated Heart Cut
GIA Certified
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
H 0.24 in W 0.17 in D 0.22 in
Untreated Natural Sapphire 1.16ct Fine Green Blue Teal Heart Cut Loose Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Untreated Natural Sapphire 1.16ct Fine Green Blue Teal Heart Cut Loose Gem VS
Natural Untreated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
H 0.23 in W 0.25 in D 0.18 in
GIA Certified 1.15Ct Blue Sapphire Untreated Fine Natural Triangle Cut Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
GIA Certified 1.15Ct Blue Sapphire Untreated Fine Natural Triangle Cut Gemstone
GIA Certified
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Yellow Gold Victorian Natural Untreated Sapphire Diamond Bangle circa 1860
Located in London, GB
Seven natural, untreated blue sapphires in a period, Victorian bangle (bracelet) mounted with white
Category
Antique 1860s British Victorian Bangles
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Victorian Natural Untreated Sapphire Diamond Bangle, circa 1860
Located in London, GB
Seven natural, untreated blue sapphires in a period, Victorian bangle (bracelet) mounted with white
Category
Antique 1860s British Victorian Bangles
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 1.53ct Blue Untreated Sapphire Fancy Platinum Signet Band Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
IGI Certified Unique Natural Blue Untreated Sapphire Platinum Solitaire Signet Band Ring.
Unique
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Natural 1.05ct Untreated Green Blue Sapphire Gia Certified Unheated Heart Cut If
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 1.05ct Untreated Green Blue Sapphire Gia Certified Unheated Heart Cut If
GIA Certified
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
H 0.23 in W 0.26 in D 0.15 in
Natural 1.07ct Untreated Deep Green Blue Sapphire Gia Certified Heart Cut Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 1.07ct Untreated Deep Green Blue Sapphire Gia Certified Heart Cut Gem
GIA Certified
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
1.36ct Natural Heart Cut Sapphire Gra Certified Deep Blue Teal Untreated If
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.36ct Natural Heart Cut Sapphire Gra Certified Deep Blue Teal Untreated If
Natural GRA Certified
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Natural Gra Certified 1.06Ct Teal Blue Sapphire Untreated Heart Cut 6.3X5.7Mm If
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Gra Certified 1.06Ct Teal Blue Sapphire Untreated Heart Cut 6.3X5.7Mm If
Natural GRA
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Royal blue saphire natural, no heating untreated 2.87ct Sri-Lanka(ceylon)
Located in Berlin, BE
!!UNTREATED NATURAL!!
This exquisite 2.87-carat Royal blue saphire, sourced from the historic gem
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
H 0.22 in W 0.28 in L 0.33 in
Certified 2 Carat Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Halo Ring 'Natural & Untreated'
Located in London, GB
, white gold, or platinum.
Materials:
Gemstone: natural untreated, Ceylon Blue Sapphire
Weight of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural 1.04ct Sapphire Untreated Heart Cut Green Blue Gia Certified No Heat Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 1.04ct Sapphire Untreated Heart Cut Green Blue Gia Certified No Heat Gem
GIA Certified
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Gia Certified Green Blue Teal Untreated Sapphire 1.02Ct 6.8X5.7Mm Pear Teardrop
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
GIA CERTIFIED Green Blue Teal UNTREATED Sapphire 1.02ct 6.8x5.7mm Pear Teardrop
Natural Untreated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire
H 0.27 in W 0.23 in D 0.14 in
Victorian 8.80 C. Natural Untreated Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
selection of 4 oval faceted 100% Natural untreated/unheated Sky Blue Sapphires – Ceylon origin 4 oval
Category
Antique 1880s European Victorian Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Untreated Sapphire Light Greenish Blue 0.72ct Pear Cut 6x4.8mm Vvs Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Untreated Sapphire Light Greenish Blue 0.72ct Pear Cut 6x4.8mm Vvs Gem
Natural Untreated Light
Category
20th Century More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire
Edwardian 4.80 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire and Diamond three stone ring
Located in Napoli, IT
) later assay punch inside
Gems: 1 round cabochon cut natural untreated blue sapphire of approx 4.80 Ct
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold
Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description
Luscious and whimsical cluster of natural untreated blue sapphires dangling from pear
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamonds Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description
Luscious natural blue untreated sapphires with pave diamonds, adorned with 14k white
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Victorian 7.20 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire 2.40 Ct Diamond 18 Kt Bangle
Located in Napoli, IT
, tested
Hallmarks: none/worn
Gems: 9 oval cushion cut natural (untreated) blue sapphires totalling approx
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Bangles
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1.80ct Round Cut Natural Blue Sapphire Loose Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Lanham, MD
Create an amazing jewelry with the charm of this 1.80ct Natural Untreated Round Cut Blue Sapphire
Category
2010s African Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
Victorian Burma Sapphire 4.60ct Certificated Untreated, Pearl, Ruby Bee/Insect/B
Located in London, GB
, sapphire and diamond wings, natural pearl and cabochon natural untreated Burma Sapphire.
Mounted in 18ct
Category
Antique 1850s British Victorian Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Diam...
W 1.42 in D 0.71 in L 1.23 in
Emilio Jewelry Certified 23.00 Carat Untreated Sapphire Bracelet
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry in New York,
A magnificent untreated natural vivid blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Retro Bracelets
Materials
Sapphire
5.20 Carat Natural Cushion Cut No Heat Loose Violet Blue Sapphire Gemstone
Located in Stamford, CT
cut natural untreated violet blue sapphire. approx. total weight 5.20cts. AGL certified 1093528
Thank
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple Sapphire
Natural Untreated Australian 2.83ct Black Opal Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
-colour. A circle of brilliant-cut sapphires in 18K white gold draw out the colours of this exceptional
Category
2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Black Opal, Opal, White Gold, 18k Gold
1ct Round TEAL BLUE UNHEATED SAPPHIRE
By Hannaboya
Located in Lanham, MD
Discover the timeless beauty of this EYE CLEAN 1-carat Round Teal Blue Natural Untreated Sapphire
Category
2010s African Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring with Four Carats Certified Vivid Blue Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The heart of this 18 karat yellow gold Tobacco Flower cluster ring is unheated untreated natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Cocktail Rings
Materials
Blue Zircon, Purple Sapphire, Indicolite, Zircon, Pink Sapphire, Garnet,...
GIA Certified 7.00 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond White Gold Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA Certified natural untreated 7.00 carat oval blue sapphires and 1.10 carat round diamonds in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Very Clean IGI Certified 8.09 Carat Natural Sapphire Ring
Located in Firenze, FI
beautiful 18k white gold ring with natural untreated 8.09 carat blue sapphire ; this stone is from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 1.48ct Blue Green No Heat Sapphire Fancy Platinum Signet Band Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
IGI Certified Unique Natural Blue Green Untreated Sapphire Platinum Solitaire Signet Band Ring
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian Coiled Snake Natural Sapphire Ruby 18 Kt Bangle
Located in Napoli, IT
natural untreated Sapphire of magic Blue approx 1.0 Ct., Ruby eyes and carving details
Tail detailed with
Category
Antique 1890s European Victorian Bangles
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire
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Untreated Natural Blue Sapphires For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of untreated natural blue sapphires for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Platinum, 18k Gold and Gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 5 vintage versions or 6 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of untreated natural blue sapphires made by Modern jewelers — as well as those associated with Contemporary — are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Merkaba produced popular versions that are worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for cushion cut untreated natural blue sapphires and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and cabochon alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of untreated natural blue sapphires for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.
How Much are Untreated Natural Blue Sapphires?
Prices for untreated natural blue sapphires can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,600 and can go as high as $254,366, while untreated natural blue sapphires, on average, fetch $22,000.
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.