Zircons and Sapphires

Sapphires have been attributed to royalty since the beginning of written history. The color and rarity of the stone signified power and wealth. The idea that they came from the East, was intriguing, as it was a place branded as a treasure chest of gems and riches, most likely because of the traders selling to the West. During the Middle Ages, sapphires were thought to be the divine stone, and shield the wearer from harm and disease. The Edwardian era marked a time of luxury and indulgence. Sapphire rings with diamond accents, like this ring, were considered en vogue.

This antique Victorian sapphire and diamond gold ring was handcrafted in Birmingham, England around 1900. A sapphire stone sits at the center of six diamonds that twist around the face, all set in 18 karat gold. The beautiful blue sapphire measures 3.5 mm in diameter and 2.8 mm in depth, and weighs approximately .25 carats. Each of the diamonds are round and Old European cut, totaling an approximately weight of .20 carats. The ring face measures 7.4 x13.5 x 3.8 mm off the finger and the band width is 1.4 mm at the back. It has been fully hallmarked and bears the crown mark for England, the gold purity mark, “18”, and the anchor for Birmingham. This ring is a size 7.75 and weighs 2.6 grams.

Give her an engagement ring that she’ll gaze at for hours and show off for years. This sapphire and diamond beauty should do the trick.

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Some pieces I buy on a pure, girly, bubble gum, princess fantasy level. Because, let’s face it, sometimes a girl just needs something sparkly and fabulous to get her through the day. Dropping off the kids, picking up the kids, doing load after load of laundry, feeding the dog (because does anyone else remember to feed the dog?); these things are all made a little bit easier when a girl’s got a good manicure and a ring like this on her finger. It’s equally excellent for romantic dates with the hubs, cocktails on Thirsty Thursday with the ladies, and if you’re so inclined, this one would be quite at home at the Academy Ball, dancing through the halls of the Bellevue in a frosty ball gown.

This early Art Deco beauty was hand crafted in platinum in about 1915. The star of the show is a gorgeous sugarloaf cut of velvety sapphire in the most amazing bright blue hue. This rich, gorgeous stone has been graded by AGL as a natural, unheated stone which is Cambodian in origin and weighs approximately 6.35 carats. The sapphire is surrounded by 48 mine cut and early single cut diamonds of E-G color and VS1-I1 clarity which add up to 1.3 carats in total weight, stones that wink and sparkle with every move you make. The ring is a size 8.25 and could be sized to suit. It weighs 7.8 grams.

Not a simple bauble, but a once-in-a-lifetime, you’ve-been-a-very-good-girl kind of ring. This ring comes with an AGL certification on the stone and a full appraisal by a GIA Master Gemologist. The insurance replacement value of this ring is $45,000 USD.

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You know how every once in a while a color that you really love will come into fashion and you just have to buy every sweater and jacket and tee that you can while that color is hot because you know that it might not come around again for a while? Well, this is my color. Not turquoise blue, but Zircon blue. The color of my favorite cashmere sweater, the color of the water off St. Barth's on a clear sunny day.

I love a Blue Zircon, any blue zircon, but I fell especially hard for this stunning example. Rarely do I see a stone with this depth of color, so bright and rich it makes you reach for your sunglasses. The zircon measures 6.5 x 6.5 x 4.2 mm and weighs approximately 1.5 carats. The rich blue center stone is surrounded by 14 transitional cut diamonds which add up to .3 carats. Set in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum, this vintage ring likely dates to about 1930. The ring is a size 8 and could be re-sized, although be certain that no heat is applied directly to the stone or it will loose it's fantastic bright color. The ring measures 11 mm north to south and 11.5 mm across, it sits 5 mm off the finger and weighs 2.2 grams. The ring is marked inside the band with K18 for 18 karat gold and has a makers mark.

If you are looking for that special 'something blue' for your wedding day, look no further, this instant heirloom is sure to have a special place on the fingers of brides in your family for generations to come.

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Proof that a ring can be diminutive and still pack a big punch, this wonderful Edwardian ring is too bright to be missed. Set with a gorgeous cushion cut blue sapphire which measures 2.6x2.3x1.7 mm and is surrounded by 14 bright, white, old European cut diamonds which add up to about .3 carats. This ring was crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and has been heavily plated in white gold. This ring is fully hallmarked with English marks which indicated that it was hand crafted in London, England in 1911 and has the mark ’18’ for the gold and a makers mark of ‘CS*FS’. Overall this ring measures 12.6 mm north to south and 6.1 mm across and sits 3.3 mm off the finger, it narrows to 2.1 mm at the back of the band, weighs 2.1 grams and is a sized to a US 7.5.

A Message From Victoria: Hi everyone! If you visit my site often, you might note that I usually have a story to tell about my pieces. Well, I’ve accumulated a backlog of items and I’m too excited to get them to you to stop and write tales. So, I’m going to go with the idea that a picture is worth a thousand words. Don’t worry though, I’ll get back to my usual descriptions soon. Watch this space!

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This sparkly swooping ring is set with seven bright Old European cut diamonds which add up to about .2 carats of stones. It is further set with two round faceted sapphires which are about .1 carats each. The face of the ring measures 7 mm north to south and 18.5 mm across and sits 3 mm off the finger, it narrows to 1.7 mm at the back of the band. This unmarked ring has been carefully acid tested as 18 karat gold. Hand crafted in about 1900, this Edwardian beauty is a size 6.4 and weighs 2.9 grams.

A Message From Victoria: Hi everyone! If you visit my site often, you might note that I usually have a story to tell about my pieces. Well, I’ve accumulated a backlog of items and I’m too excited to get them to you to stop and write tales. So, I’m going to go with the idea that a picture is worth a thousand words. Don’t worry though, I’ll get back to my usual descriptions soon. Watch this space!

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The man showed skill in arguing. His jewels glittered up at me, beckoning with their beauty; one necklace in particular had caught my eye and just wouldn’t let it go. But the man wouldn’t come down in price, just wanted to haggle, to argue. Finally, I shook my head and walked away.

“It’s just too dear,” I said as I was leaving, using the English slang for too expensive.

It was easier to walk away then it was to forget the beautiful necklace, and my mind kept wandering back to it, although I wouldn’t let my feet follow. Twenty minutes later as I stood at another booth eyeing a silver bangle, I felt a tap on my shoulder, I turned around to find the argumentative gentleman holding out the beautiful necklace.

“Okay,” he said, “you win.” And friends, win I did!

So, here it is, just for you, this stunning Edwardian necklace with it’s bohemian feel and mix of rich colors. Set with 12 glowing blue moonstones which add up to a whopping 26.88 carats in total; it also contains 4 spinels, blue and orange and red which total 6.09 carats, 4 zircons in green, orange and golden hues which add up to 11.04 carats, 2 garnets in pink and deep red which are 2.28 carats together and one golden yellow citrine of 1.32 carats. This necklace is truly a cornucopia of stunning gems! The array of gems are set in 15 karat gold with a 9 karat gold engraved flat barrel clasp, measuring just over 15.75 inches long, it weighs 20.4 grams. The necklace has no marks and has been acid tested to verify the gold content. It was hand crafted in England in about 1905.

A chocker fit for a queen, this necklace would make a stunning wedding jewel, but it would be equally killer with jeans and a starched white blouse, or dress up any simple shift in black, blue, red, or gold.

The gems, from left to right as you look at the photos are:
Zircon, Citrine, Moonstone, Zircon over Moonstone, Moonstone over Spinel, Zircon over 2 Moonstones, 2 Moonstones with a Zircon between them, Spinel over 2 Moonstones, Moonstone over Spinel, Spinel over Moonstone, Moonstone, Garnet, Garnet.

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Like it or not, our human history and mythology is highly connected to the imagery and iconography of the serpent. Cleopatra wore golden snakes, Eve was notoriously taken in by one, the Buddhists say that Mucalinda, king of the snakes, guarded the Buddha while he sat in meditation, and the ancient Egyptians worshiped the snake goddess Wajet, who protected the pharaohs, while simultaneously fearing her son, Nehebkau, the two headed serpent who guarded the entrance to the underworld. The snake biting it's own tail has been used through the ages to represent the cyclic and infinite nature of all of life, and the motif is thought to have been inspired by the stars of the Milky Way. Snakes intertwined have long embodied the perfection and eternity of love.

This unusual and beautifully hand crafted ring is made up of not one or two, but four fantastic snakes curing their way around your finger. Each snakes head is set with a different gemstone, representing the four most precious of stones, diamond, ruby, sapphire and emerald. I knew I had to have the rare and lovely thing the second that I first laid eyes on it. This ring is a size 8 and would be difficult (although not impossible) to re-size; it measures 15 mm north to south and weighs 4.2 grams. This ring is marked with ‘585’ indicating that it’s 14 karat gold. I’m not certain where it was made, but it likely dates to about 1890-1900, I found it in Belgium.

There is something very powerful about a man in a gold ring. Throw in a couple of snakes and that power speaks to yummy. (This ring would be equally beautiful and powerful on a woman, don’t get me wrong).

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They called it 'La Belle Époque', translated as ‘the Beautiful Era’, and it's as well they should have. From about 1871 to the beginning of World War I in 1914, peace and prosperity flourished throughout Europe and especially settled in France and England. The arts flourished, money flew, it was truly a golden age. This ring was made then, there, in that Paris of the early 20th century, amidst that optimism, that joie de vivre!

Completely hand crafted by a master of the art, this ring is a modified target type ring, set with row upon alternating row of glittering white diamonds and rich blue sapphires. The 17 diamonds add up to about 1.2 carats in total and the two rings of calibre cut sapphire are about .7 carats total. The ring is 18 karat gold in the back and the top stones are all set in platinum, this kind of 18 karat and platinum construction is very typical of the Belle Époque (which corresponds to the English Edwardian Era), as jewelers didn't really start using all platinum construction until the 1920's (with some exceptions). This ring has a fairly worn hallmark, but it is the eagles head assay mark which tells us that it is French and contains 18k gold. The ring is currently a size 7 and measures 20 mm north to south and 14.5 mm across, it sits 5 mm off the finger and narrows to 1.3 mm at the back of the band. Made in Paris, France around 1910.

This beautiful ring from the beautiful era would make a precious gift for any occasion or a stunning right hand ring that could be worn from blue-jeans to ball gowns!

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Like a star shooting past the glowing moon, this simple yet stunning bypass ring is something beautiful to behold.

This fantastic ring was hand crafted in England around 1900-1910 in 18 karat gold. The ring is set with 6 old European cut diamonds and 2 rose cut diamonds as well as a 3.5 mm pearl and a bright blue sapphire which measures 3x3x1.5 mm and weighs .1 carat. This ring measures 12 mm north to south and 9.3 mm across the face, it sits 5 mm of the finger and narrows to 1.5 mm at the back of the band. It is a size 5.25 and weighs 2.1 grams. This ring has only a bit of legible hallmark and it’s the lower case ‘r’ which without and origin I can’t use to date it, I’ve acid tested it as 18 karat gold.

This ring is that rare combination of star quality and everyday charm.

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Sure, you could buy her a diamond solitaire, I like those, they’re pretty. A three stone makes a classic engagement ring, too, but why not go out on a limb? Go for something as unique and original as she is, go for something girly, the kind of ring that Royalty uses to propose. A ring that will garner every gaze in the room.

This wonderful Edwardian ring was hand crafted around 1915. It showcases a stunning round faceted, rich blue sapphire which weighs about 1.1 carats (6.7 x 6.7 x 3.4 mm) surrounded by a halo of sparkling Old European cut diamonds. There are 11 diamonds, each weighs approximately .08 carats for a total diamond weight of .88 carats. The ring measures 13.2 mm north to south and 13.3 mm across, it is a lower profile ring and sits 5 mm off the finger. This ring is a size 6.5 and weighs 2.7 grams. The ring is unmarked and tests as 18 karat gold.

A ring like this is a staple of your jewelry wardrobe, it can be worn everyday with everything from Levi’s to Louboutin’s.

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A diamond is, at its essence, just carbon, very specific and well-organized carbon. It’s pressurized and heated for a billion years, buried hundreds of miles beneath the grassy meadows and birch tree forests of the Earth’s surface. A deep-source volcanic eruption tears a piece of the mantle, where this carbon sits, and carries it toward the surface. It cools. We discover it, we polish it, we cut it. Then it deservingly gets adorned onto a sapphire and gold ring that somebody very lucky will wear while sipping Beaujolais as these stones, full of history and rareness, glisten in the daylight.

This fabulous Victorian sapphire and diamond ring was handcrafted in England around 1900. It features three old European cut diamonds patterned with two square sapphires. The glimmering diamonds weigh approximately 1.63 total carats and the sapphires weigh approximately 1.12 total carats. The band width narrows to 3 mm at the back. This ring bears no marks and has been acid tested. It’s a size 9.25 and weighs 6.8 grams.

A ring like this is one for the ages, it’s of sturdy diamonds and precious sapphires. It’s a ring that would work great as a gift to a loved one, including yourself.

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Hand crafted around 1910-20, this breathtaking butterfly brooch and pendant is done in 18 karat gold with the stones set in silver. It showcases 21 sparkling Rose cut diamonds, 4 bright blue sapphires which total .64 carats, and 4 eye popping rubies which total .12 carats. It is further set with four creamy pearls. It is beautifully crafted with a fully removable pin stem so that it can be worn as a stunning pendant. This brooch/pendant measures 32 mm across and 43 mm top to bottom, it weighs 10 grams. This piece bears no marks and has been acid tested to verify the metals.

For decorating your lapel, bag, hat or neck, nothing beats a piece like this spectacular butterfly pin.

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We wandered the Jardin des Tuileries with my polaroid camera, taking black and white exposures of the world’s most colorful garden. I sat on a bench, gelato in one hand, this ring on the other. He snapped a shot of me against the tall triangular trees. He gestured toward my ring. 

“Taking it up a notch again, eh Victoria?”

“Naturally.”

“Was it you or fate that led you to slip on that radiant accoutrement?”

“Instinct my dear, it was instinct.”

This vintage natural blue zircon ring was handcrafted in France around 1940. It showcases a stunning blue zircon at the center, bezel set in weighty 18 karat white gold. The round zircon measures 6.6 mm in diameter and 4.4 mm in depth, weighing approximately 1.60 carats. This ring is a size 7.5 and it weighs 6.3 grams. The ring face measures 8.7 mm north to south and sits 4.7 mm off the finger, it narrows to 2.7 mm at the back of the band. It bears the French owl hallmark and has been acid tested.

This vintage stunner is one for the ages. It’s certainly a conversation starter with it’s modern feel and fiery stone.

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You know when you’re walking at twilight and the snow glitters by the light of the moon? Or when you wake up with the morning and you see dust glimmering in the sun’s rays? Or when you’re sitting at the edge of the pier, overlooking the lake, and the water seems to shine on for eternity against the setting sun? Yeah, this ring is kind of like that - but better. It’s a decadent never ending show of sparkle. Honestly, it’s like having your cake and eating it, too.

This phenomenal antique sapphire and diamond ring was handcrafted around 1870. At the center sits a bright blue sapphire, round, faceted, and oh so pretty, set in sterling silver. It measures 7 x 6.65 x 4.5 mm and weighs approximately 1.5 carats. Surrounding this sapphire are 60 diamonds, 30 rose cuts and 30 old European cut stones, all set in sterling silver. The old European cut diamonds weigh approximately 2.1 carats in total. Among the old cuts are a couple of brilliant cut stones that are clearly replacements for stones lost along the way. The rose cuts are patterned between small and larger stones, measuring between .8 – 1.5 mm in diameter. The ring face measures 16 mm north to south and 16 mm across, it sits 8 mm off the finger and narrows to 4.4 mm at the back of the band. An engraved scrolling motif encircles nearly the entire shank which is made in 18 karat gold. This ring weighs 7.2 grams and is a size 4.75 US, it could be re-sized somewhat to suit. There are no marks and it has been acid tested.

The epitome of glamour, right there on your finger, giving the neighbors something to talk about. It’s all in a glance, and this ring will keep them glancing over and over and over.

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I wonder if zircon is really a girl’s best friend. Scientifically, it has one of the liveliest displays of sparkle, putting even diamonds to shame. The oldest zircon stones clock in at 4.4 billion years old. According to my calculations, that’s just half a billion years shy of the age of the earth. A few hundred years ago, during the Middle Ages, zircon was thought to aid in restful sleep, and bring wisdom and honor the wearer. I’ve been wearing this rock all week and I can tell you I’ve never slept better. Coincidence? I think not. A little sparkle can go a long way.  

This Art Deco ring was handcrafted in Europe around 1920. It’s a sparkling vintage piece featuring a burnt orange-brown zircon at the center flanked by six diamonds with three on either side. The stones are platinum set over 18 karat yellow gold. The word ‘zircon’ most likely stems from the Persian word, ‘zargun’ meaning “gold-colored”. This round zircon measures 8.7 x 8.9 x 6 mm and weighs approximately 3.89 carats. There are two old European cut diamonds with four brilliant cut diamonds, weighing an approximate total of .22 carats. The ring face measures 8.6 x 16 x 7 mm off the finger and the band width is 2 mm at the back. This piece bears the gold purity mark, “18ct” and the platinum mark, “PLAT”. This ring weighs 3.8 grams and is a size 6.5.

Wear fireworks on your finger with this fiery solitaire ring! This piece would make a brilliant engagement or even anniversary ring.

A note from Victoria: Zircons are susceptible to color change from strong UV light and extreme temperature, so be cautious and don’t wear your zircon in a tanning booth or to get a gel manicure, make sure that it you get work done on your ring you tell the jeweler that the stone can’t take heat.

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Oh, I remember well the day that I bought this beauty, I could see it glittering the second it came out of her purse, she kept showing me other things, brooches and such. But I could barely pay attention, it kept catching my eye with every turn of my head as I got more and more impatient for her to hand it over. Once I saw these diamonds come to life in the sunlight, slipped it on my finger and saw the shimmering ocean in the depths of the sapphire, I was hooked, it had to be mine!

This wonderful double row Victorian ring is hand crafted in 18 karat gold. It is set with 6 sparkling rose cut diamonds and 6 bright blue natural sapphires. The ring is a size 8 and weighs 2.6 grams. This ring is fully hallmarked with English marks, the anchor for Birmingham, the crown for England, the ’18’ for 18 karat gold, and the letter s, which indicates that it was made in the year 1892.

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I needed something comfortable, but not too casual. Something timeless, but never trendy. So, I slipped into this ring, it’s a relaxed fit, like a leather jacket for the finger. The sapphire is the goldilocks of scandal, the ideal balance of rebellion and going with the flow. It gives them just the right amount of something to talk about, but not too much. Rumors should stay mysterious, after all.

This Belle Epoque ring was handcrafted in France around 1900. A beautiful sapphire is accented with three diamonds, all set in 18 karat gold. The round sapphire measures 4.5 x 4.5 x 3 mm and weighs approximately .44 carats. The old European cut diamond measures 4.3 x 3.8 x 2.9 mm and weighs approximately .28 carats. The other two diamonds are rose cut stones. The ring face measures 9 x 10.5 x 4.4 mm off the finger and the band width is 1.4 mm at the back. This ring is a size 6 and it weighs 1.8 grams. It bears a faded French maker’s mark and has been acid tested.

A ring like this gets noticed, in all the good ways of course. For an engagement, an anniversary, or that gift you give yourself because you most certainly deserve it, you’ll be satisfied, I promise.

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Here is a wonderful and cheeky rooster who is beautifully hand crafted. The body of the bird is created from a large, natural, Baroque Pearl. His tail is set with a spray of rubies, diamonds and sapphires; and his head is further set with rubies, sapphires and emeralds. The brooch is fully engraved with fanciful and realistic details down to the toes on its perfect little feet.

This piece is marked on the back of the leg, but I was not able to make these marks out. It was most likely made in France in the 1940s, at a time when these brooches were highly desirable and created by many of the important jewelry houses. Buccellati, Cartier, Yard and Tiffany all crafted brooches in this genre, many with a pearl as the central body of the animal. It's quite possible this brooch was created by one of these important houses. It's beautifully crafted, note how the back is left open to reveal the back of this magnificent, 60 carat natural pearl.

The body of this piece tests as 18 karat gold and the diamonds are set in platinum. The pin stem has a trombone style clasp. The brooch measures 55 x 53x 17 mm and weighs 21.56 grams.

This piece has been expertly appraised by an independent appraiser and has a value of $15,000. Please inquire for a full copy of the detailed appraisal.

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Imagine it if you will. Feel your hands grip the bedpost as the strings on your corset are pulled tight. Feel the layers of silk sliding over you, the swish of multiple layers of skirts. Your hair is pinned up with a hundred pins, your outfit is almost complete. Almost, but first the jewels, the tray is brought to you and you must choose. Tonight is important, you think, tonight you will dance with your love by candlelight. Tonight, you think, is a night for sapphires, for rubies, the gems of cool passion, the kind that simmers and takes things slow. You choose this pendant, hanging from a black velvet cord tied high up on your lovely swan-like neck. You chose wisely.

This fabulous pendant is unmarked, but has the feel of an Austro-Hungarian piece to me. It is set with natural sapphires and creamy white pearls and while the red gems may be rubies, they may as soon be synthetic as the Austro-Hungarian makers freely used paste gems mixed with the real thing, with their small size and closed backed nature I wasn’t able to get a clean reading on them. The pendant is set in gilded silver and features a cabochon sapphire center with a stone which measures 11.2 mm x 8.7 mm x 8.2 mm deep and weighs approximately 8.68 carats. The pendant is further set with 18 sapphires and 5 rubies (?) and 55 pearls, 54 of which are small half-pearls and one is the 5.5 mm drop. I would date this wonderful piece to about 1870, it’s got a lovely bow over wreath motif and is fully articulated for great movement and maximum impact. This pendant measures 73 mm north to south and 28 mm across and weighs 14 grams.

And so there you are, off to the ball. Have fun, don’t lose a glass slipper on your way home (or maybe do!).

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I always want you to be happy with every aspect of your purchase. If you are not completely satisfied for any reason simply let me know and we'll work together to get the item returned for a full refund. I guarantee that my pictures and descriptions are as accurate as possible. My goal is to exceed your best expectations!

As the seasons change and the freshness of spring turns into the heat of summer, reinvention calls. Lucky for you, I’ve found the ring that can make your metamorphosis a little more stylish. It’s not too flashy nor understated. It’s a Goldilocks ring. It’s just right.

This antique late Victorian sapphire and pearl gold ring was handcrafted in England around 1900. It showcases an oval sapphire at the center, measuring 6.7 x 4 x 2.7 mm and weighing approximately .58 carats. There are six creamy white pearls, with three on either side of the sapphire, measuring 3.0 mm in diameter each. The ring face measures 7.8 x 15 x 4.4 mm off the finger and the band width is 1.5 mm at the back. It bears no marks and has been acid tested. This ring is a size 9.25 and it weighs 3.8 grams.

I scoured Portobello Road, I risked the rain, the drizzle, and the English crowds, in search for a ring that said beauty, grace, and chic. Lucky me, I found this gem. Lucky you, it fits your style.

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Sometimes, I wear this one around the house just to feel fancy for a minute. I set the mood with some Peggy Lee on vinyl and a Spanish rosé on ice. The vanilla candles are lit and soon I’m unleashing my inner Baby Houseman. I’m reminded why life is worth living - good music, great wine, and glimmering jewelry.

This antique Victorian sapphire diamond gold ring was handcrafted in Birmingham, England in 1897. A pair of round sapphires are surrounded by 15 Old European cut diamonds all set in 18 karat gold. Each sapphire weighs approximately .13 carats and each diamond weighs approximately .02 carats. The ring face measures 7 mm north to south and 12.5 mm across, it sits 4.1 mm off the finger and the band narrows to 1.3 mm at the back. It bears the crown mark for England, the gold purity mark, “18”, the anchor mark for Birmingham, the date letter “x”, and it bears a faded maker’s mark, “&SONS”. This ring is a size 7.25 and it weighs 2.3 grams.

This glittering stunner would make an exceptional engagement ring, if that’s what you’re looking for. Of course, there’s always the chance you might just want it for yourself and, darling, there’s nothing wrong with that.

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I’ve often wondered if jewels can flirt. The way they dance, shimmer, and shimmy, I find it’s a rather plausible hypothesis. Diamonds like these seduce the worthy and tease the unprepared. They’re inviting, but with a hint of scandal and plenty of allure. It’s easy to see why Daisy couldn’t get enough and why Gatsby followed suit.

This vintage Art Deco diamond and sapphire ring was handcrafted around 1920 in platinum. It’s a stunning piece, showcasing 17 diamonds, with three Old European cuts across the center, and 14 rose cuts around. There are five calibré cut sapphires patterned among the diamonds, with each stone measuring 3.3 x .8 x .8 mm and weighing approximately .10 carats in all. The Old European cut stones weigh approximately .70 carats all together. The ring face measures 12.4 mm north to south and 18.8 across, it sits 5.7 mm off the finger and narrows to 1.4 mm at the back of the band. It bears no marks and has been acid tested. This ring is a size 7 and it weighs 4.0 grams.

Let your finger beguile the world with this Jazz Era beauty. It’s Art Deco at its finest and your finger deserves it.

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You could give it to her as the sun is setting in May, while the flowers are closing to go to sleep, as you sit on the back porch. You could give it to her on her birthday, hide it inside her usual morning coffee mug, making sure she doesn’t pour coffee over it first. You could give it to her for Christmas, leave it in her stocking, wait for her to find it, and anticipate that wide-eyed look and delightful smile. It doesn’t necessarily matter how the giving happens, so long as it does because she’ll love this ring.

This antique Victorian sapphire and diamond gold ring was handcrafted in England around 1890. This piece showcases an oval sapphire at the center of 14 round diamonds on a marquis ring face supported by a size 8.5 band. The sapphire measures 3.9 x 5 x 2.6 mm and weighs approximately .42 carats. There are 13 Old European cut diamonds and one brilliant cut, which was likely a replacement stone. The brilliant cut weighs approximately .03 carats. 11 of the Old European cut stones weigh approximately .03 carats each, while two of the Old European cut stones weigh approximately .01 carats each. Overall, this ring holds approximately .38 carats of diamonds. The ring face measures 17 x 8.5 x 4 mm off the finger and the band width is 2 mm at the back. It bears no marks and has been acid tested at 18 karat gold.

In any which way you choose, this antique ring longs to be gifted to her. It’s just her style and just her taste.

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You know how every once in a while a color that you really love will come into fashion and you just have to buy every sweater and jacket and tee that you can while that color is hot because you know that it might not come around again for a while? Well, this is my color. Not turquoise blue, Zircon blue. The color of my favorite cashmere sweater, the color of the water off St. Barth's on a clear sunny day.

I love a Blue Zircon, any blue zircon, but I fell especially hard for this stunning Art Deco example. Highly refractive, like diamonds, blue zircons are one of the most sparkly of gems, a color so bright and rich it makes you reach for your sunglasses. Set in platinum, and supported by four old European cut diamonds, this vintage ring likely dates to about 1920. The zircon measures 10.5 x 7.3 x 5.4 mm and weighs about 4.8 carats, the four diamonds have a total carat weight of .4 carats. The face of this ring measures 11.2 mm north to south and 20 mm across, it sits 6 mm off the finger. This wonderful ring is a size 9 weighs 2.4 grams.

If you are looking for that special 'something blue' for your wedding day, look no further, this instant heirloom is sure to have a special place on the fingers of brides in your family for generations to come.

A note from Victoria: Zircons are susceptible to color change from strong UV light and extreme temperature, so be caution and don’t wear your zircon in a tanning booth or to get a gel manicure, make sure that it you get work done on your ring you tell the jeweler that the stone can’t take heat.

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Zircon is one of the oldest gems in the world, clocking in at around 4.4 billion years, just half a billion years shy of the age of the earth. Due to its crystal structure, zircon scientifically has one of the liveliest displays of sparkle. George Kunz, the famous Tiffany and Co’s vice president of gemology from 1879 to 1932, wanted to call the zircon ‘Starlight’ because of how fiery the stone was.

This antique Edwardian pink zircon pendant was handcrafted in England around 1910. It’s an adorable pendant made in 9 karat gold with a rosy hue, set with three round bright fuchsia pink zircons at the center. Each stone measures 4.6 mm in diameter and 3.4 mm in depth, for a weight of 1.8 carats total. Overall, this pendant measures 30 x 22.6 mm and it weighs 2.2 grams. It bears the gold purity mark, “9ct” and the maker’s mark, “M&C”.

Wear fireworks around your neck with this fiery cluster pendant!

A note from Victoria: Zircon is a gem whose color can be affected by intense UV light, it’s not recommended to wear zircon in a tanning bed or when getting a gel manicure.

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Please note that our photographs are part of our description, please look carefully, we do not digitally alter our items. We always want you to be happy with every aspect of your purchase, and If you are not completely satisfied for any reason simply let us know and we'll work together to get the item returned for a full refund. I guarantee that my pictures and descriptions are as accurate as possible. My goal is to exceed your best expectations!