Vintage, 1990's sapphire and diamond engagement ring
Current band size: UK: K / US: 5.5 /
Single complimentary re-size available. This ring can easily be re-sized up or down to any size.
Provenance
A vintage flanked solitaire sapphire ring, c.1990. This ring is defined by the remarkable sapphire sat at its centre. Weighing over 3.50ct, this natural blue sapphire is a well-proportioned oval mixed-cut and claw set in an open-back mount, which allows light to flood into the stone and bring its colour to life.
What I love the most about this sapphire is its beautifully varied tone. By traditional standards, the most prized sapphires display a perfectly even, saturated hue throughout, but here, that ‘imperfection’ is exactly the appeal. Rather than a flat, uniform blue, it shifts through cornflower, periwinkle and pale sky at the edges, deepening into richer midnight and inky slate at its core.
It appears almost like an ancient Roman mosaic of the sea, small flashes of intense colour that create a sense of depth and movement. As the light moves, so too does the colour, giving the stone a vivid, almost liquid quality that feels both luminous and endlessly engaging.
Claw set in warm 18ct yellow gold which offers a striking contrast to the cool toned sapphire. Flanked on either side by two round brilliant-cut diamonds, four in total with a combined approximate weight of 0.12ct - adding a subtle sparkle that compliments rather than competes.
The Stones
- Saphire weight: 3.55ct
- Sapphire size: Length 9.6mm; Width 8.1mm; Depth 5.7mm
- Total diamond weight: 0.12ct
The Band
- Metal Composition: 18ct yellow gold
- Hallmarks: Marked with hallmarks that trace the ring to London 1993. Further marked with '750' indicating 18ct yellow gold. Further marked with 'JDW' makers mark for John Watling.
The Ring Overall
- Front Head Dimensions: Length 9.6mm; Width 16mm (including shoulders)
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Height of Setting: 6.75mm
General Wear & Condition
- Excellent: minor wear commensurate with age. 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.
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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.
