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Art Deco 6.14 Carat Ceylon Purple Cabochon Sapphire Ring, Circa 1915
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
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Art Deco 6.14 Carat Ceylon Purple Cabochon Sapphire Ring, Circa 1915

1900 - 1920
Description

A totally magical stone. The natural purple cabochon sapphire – certified as natural, unheated and originating from Ceylon (Sri Lanka) – displays a glowing lilac. The stone is secured in a fabulous early Art Deco mount, with twelve platinum claws above a bowl-shaped vented gallery. On a slim platinum shank. Enchanting and unique.

Accompanied by a report from Gemmological Certification Services (GCS) stating the sapphire shows no indication of heating, and is Sri Lankan (Ceylon) in origin.

Cut – Round cabochon sapphire.

Colour – Purple.

Clarity – Some inclusion are visible to the naked eye.

Carat – 6.14

Circa – 1915.

Size – M 1/2 (UK) or 6.25 (US). Complimentary sizing is available, can go up or down.

Measurements – The sapphire is 9.7 x 10.8mm. Sits 8.7mm from the finger.

Metal – Platinum. Tested.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this Purple Sapphire Cabochon Ring to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1028832
Dealers Internal Reference
2101111S243
Description
A totally magical stone.
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The natural purple cabochon sapphire – certified as natural, unheated and originating from Ceylon (Sri Lanka) – displays a glowing lilac.
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd

The stone is secured in a fabulous early Art Deco mount, with twelve platinum claws above a bowl-shaped vented gallery. On a slim platinum shank. Enchanting and unique.

fig 1. An Art Deco ring featuring a smooth, oval purple cabochon sapphire held in a multi-claw metal setting on a slender band.
fig 1. Art Deco 6.14 Carat Ceylon Purple Cabochon Sapphire Ring, Circa 1915

Accompanied by a report from Gemmological Certification Services (GCS) stating the sapphire shows no indication of heating, and is Sri Lankan (Ceylon) in origin.

Cut – Round cabochon sapphire.

Colour – Purple.

fig 2. An Art Deco ring featuring a smooth, oval purple cabochon sapphire held in a multi-claw metal setting on a slender band.
fig 2. Art Deco 6.14 Carat Ceylon Purple Cabochon Sapphire Ring, Circa 1915

Clarity – Some inclusion are visible to the naked eye.

Carat – 6.14

Circa – 1915.

Size – M 1/2 (UK) or 6.25 (US). Complimentary sizing is available, can go up or down.

Measurements – The sapphire is 9.7 x 10.8mm. Sits 8.7mm from the finger.

Metal – Platinum. Tested.

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this Purple Sapphire Cabochon Ring to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1028832
Dealers Internal Ref
2101111S243
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
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Gatsby jewellery are a husband and wife team who have years of knowledge and experience in dealing in fine antique jewellery.

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Archive I An Art Deco ring featuring a smooth, oval purple cabochon sapphire held in a multi-claw metal setting on a slender band.

Art Deco 6.14 Carat Ceylon Purple Cabochon Sapphire Ring, Circa 1915

Archive II An Art Deco ring featuring a smooth, oval purple cabochon sapphire held in a multi-claw metal setting on a slender band. View II
Archive III An Art Deco ring featuring a smooth, oval purple cabochon sapphire held in a multi-claw metal setting on a slender band. View III
Archive IV An Art Deco ring featuring a smooth, oval purple cabochon sapphire held in a multi-claw metal setting on a slender band. View IV
Archive V An Art Deco ring featuring a smooth, oval purple cabochon sapphire held in a multi-claw metal setting on a slender band. View V
Archive VI An Art Deco ring featuring a smooth, oval purple cabochon sapphire held in a multi-claw metal setting on a slender band. View VI
Archive VII An Art Deco ring featuring a smooth, oval purple cabochon sapphire held in a multi-claw metal setting on a slender band. View VII
Archive VIII An Art Deco ring featuring a smooth, oval purple cabochon sapphire held in a multi-claw metal setting on a slender band. View VIII
Archive IX An Art Deco ring featuring a smooth, oval purple cabochon sapphire held in a multi-claw metal setting on a slender band. View IX
Archive X An Art Deco ring featuring a smooth, oval purple cabochon sapphire held in a multi-claw metal setting on a slender band. View X
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3 Coppice Row
Theydon Bois
Essex
CM16 7ES
United Kingdom
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An Art Deco ring featuring a smooth, oval purple cabochon sapphire held in a multi-claw metal setting on a slender band.
Art Deco 6.14 Carat Ceylon Purple Cabochon Sapphire Ring, circa 1915
Ref: SA1028832
An Art Deco ring featuring a smooth, oval purple cabochon sapphire held in a multi-claw metal setting on a slender band.
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Art Deco gemstone rings, produced primarily between 1915 and 1935, are characterised by clean lines, structured metal settings, and distinct focal stones such as cabochon cuts.

Jewellers of this era predominantly crafted fine rings using platinum or white gold, housing precious gemstones like sapphires, rubies, and diamonds in multi-claw or bezel settings.

Authentic Art Deco pieces often feature period-appropriate metal hallmarks, hand-finished mountings, and stone cuts typical of the early twentieth century, including cabochon or old European cuts.

An antique dress ring serves as a focal accessory that complements contemporary formalwear or adds tone and texture to casual daily outfits.

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