Antique, Edwardian iris-blue sapphire gypsy ring
Current band size: UK: R½ / US: 9.25 /
Single complimentary re-size available. This ring can easily be re-sized up or down to any size.
To find out more about the gemstones in this ring:
Provenance
Original to c.1900, this stunning Edwardian Era gypsy ring is set with the most stunning natural sapphire. It has such an unusual elongated shape and the colour is a striking iris-blue with subtle violet undertones. Hand-cut it has a lovely depth to it which allows subtle nuances in tones and hues to dance within the stone as its turned under light.
Rub-over set to be in flush with the 18ct yellow gold band, not only is the sapphire well protected but also super comfortable to wear with no risk of ever snagging your clothes! The gold tapers to form smooth and conforming shoulders which naturally flow in to a solid gold D-shape shank.
This style of ring was known as the gypsy ring and it was a style which became particularly popular from the late Victorian period, well into the Edwardian Era. The ring bears its original hallmarks which allows us to date it to c.1900, assayed in Birmingham which was then the jewellery capital of the UK.
This is such a beautifully made ring and it is a true joy to wear!
The Natural Stones
- Sapphire weight: 1.15ct
- Sapphire size: Length 10mm; Width 4.8mm; Depth 3mm
- Sapphire: Natural; Oval mixed-cut.
The Band
- Metal Composition: 18ct yellow gold.
- Hallmarks: Marked with hallmarks which trace the ring to Birmingham with a date of c.1900 and indicating 18ct yellow gold.
The Ring overall
- Front Head Dimensions: Length 8.9mm; Width 18.1mm (including shoulders)
- Height of Setting: 3mm
General Wear & Condition
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Excellent: all stones are secure and well set, with no damage to the mount. Professionally polished and carefully inspected by our workshop, ready to wear and enjoy.
Unless stated otherwise, gem weights and specifications are estimated (assessed in mount).
We will only carry out adjustments we are fully confident in and that preserve the structural integrity of the piece.
Simply select your desired size at checkout and include any special requests - we will always do our utmost to accommodate.
You will receive a confirmation email with a link to our re-sizing timeframe guide, so you know when to expect delivery. Once your ring has been dispatched, we will send a separate email with full tracking details.
A small number of rings cannot be resized due to their material or design; this will always be clearly noted in the product description.
We provide free, fully insured express shipping on all orders.
- UK Orders: Shipped via DHL or Royal Mail Special Delivery the working day after payment clears. Please allow 1–2 business days for delivery.
- International Orders: Shipped via DHL the working day after payment clears. Please allow 4–5 business days for delivery.
All shipments are fully tracked and require a signature upon receipt, ensuring your order arrives safely and securely.
For all orders shipped to the U.S., we cover international tariffs and duties, so you won’t need to worry about them - they are included in the price on the website.
If you wish to return a ring, we offer a full refund minus the cost of these tariffs: 10% for antique rings (over 100 years old) and 15.5% for other pieces.
Please note that some U.S. states may charge a small additional tax on delivery, typically between $40–$80.
