What defines the design style of 1940s dress rings?

Rings from the 1940s often feature bold gemstone centres framed by brilliant diamonds, transitioning from the geometric Art Deco aesthetic into softer, retro cluster forms.

What materials are traditionally used in vintage sapphire halo rings?

These pieces typically combine platinum or white gold mounts with central natural sapphires surrounded by claw-set brilliant or transitional cut diamonds.

How can you identify an authentic mid-century sapphire ring?

Authentic pieces generally display period hallmark stamps, platinum hand-finishing, claw settings, and specific gemstone cuts characteristic of the era.

How can a vintage dress ring be styled with modern attire?

A vibrant sapphire dress ring serves as a focal statement piece when paired with neutral tailored eveningwear or minimalist daytime outfits.

How should platinum and sapphire jewellery be preserved?

Clean the ring using warm water, mild liquid soap, and a soft brush, ensuring it is stored separately in a fabric-lined box to avoid gemstone scratching.

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Vintage 2.60ct Ceylon Sapphire and 1ct Diamond Platinum Dress Ring Circa 1945

Name: Vintage 2.60ct Ceylon Sapphire and 1ct Diamond Platinum Dress Ring Circa 1945
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1168824
Price: 6950 GBP
Availability: InStock

1920 - 1940

For Sale by AC Silver

Description

A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.60 carat octagonal Ceylon sapphire and 1 carat diamond, platinum cluster dress ring; part of our diverse vintage sapphire jewellery collections.

This stunning, fine and impressive vintage sapphire cluster ring has been crafted in platinum.

The pierced decorated setting is ornamented with a stunning feature 2.60ct octagonal cut Ceylon sapphire, four claw set in subtle relief to the centre.

The feature sapphire is encompassed by twelve impressive claw set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamonds, totalling 1ct, completing the cluster design.

The elevated, tapered ring shoulders blend seamlessly with the setting and meld with the plain ring shank.

This vintage sapphire and diamond ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as platinum.

This impressive vintage dress ring is supplied with an IDGL diamond grading report card, in addition to a sapphire report card and certificate supplied by the Gemmological Certification Services, London*.

This stunning octagonal sapphire ring with diamonds makes a meaningful anniversary gift, especially for the 5th or 45th year of marriage. Its deep blue hue also makes it a thoughtful choice for September birthdays, offering both elegance and personal significance.

NOTE: * This documentation accredits the sapphire originating in Sri Lanka (Ceylon) and certifies that the gemstone shows no indications of heating.

Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone.

Condition

This stunning vintage cluster ring is excellent quality, set with a stunning sapphire displaying fine colour, brilliance and presence.

The impressive very well colour matched, high colour and clarity graded supporting diamonds display a fine white colour and brilliance.

This vintage sapphire and diamond cluster ring is an excellent gauge of platinum and is in excellent condition.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning example of vintage sapphire jewellery.

Sapphire Quality

Origin Sri Lanka (Ceylon)

Colour Blue

Cut Octagonal

Content 2.60 carats

Dimensions 7.40mm (length) x 6.70mm (width) x 5.20mm (depth)

Diamond Quality

Colour (average grades) G

Clarity (average grades) VS2

Cut Transitional Modern Brilliant Round

Content 1 carat

Number of Diamonds

12

Dimensions

Length of setting 1.35cm/0.53'

Width of setting 1.27cm/0.5'

Height of setting 5.76mm/0.23'

Ring Size

UK Size N

USA Size 6 1/2

The ring size may be professionally adjusted in size on request to meet your personal requirements.

Weight

7.16 grams

Date: Circa 1945

A video is available upon request.

Physical Dimensions

Height

0.6cm (0.24")

Width

1.3cm (0.51")

Depth

1.4cm (0.55")

Declaration

AC Silver has dated this Ceylon Sapphire Dress Ring to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1168824

Dealers Internal Reference

C9481

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Description

A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.

“

60 carat octagonal Ceylon sapphire and 1 carat diamond, platinum cluster dress ring; part of our diverse vintage sapphire jewellery collections.

AC Silver

This stunning, fine and impressive vintage sapphire cluster ring has been crafted in platinum.

fig 1. A vintage platinum dress ring featuring a cushion-cut blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by a cluster of round brilliant-cut diamonds. — fig 1. Vintage 2.60ct Ceylon Sapphire and 1ct Diamond Platinum Dress Ring Circa 1945

The pierced decorated setting is ornamented with a stunning feature 2.60ct octagonal cut Ceylon sapphire, four claw set in subtle relief to the centre.

The feature sapphire is encompassed by twelve impressive claw set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamonds, totalling 1ct, completing the cluster design.

fig 2. A vintage platinum dress ring featuring a cushion-cut blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by a cluster of round brilliant-cut diamonds. — fig 2. Vintage 2.60ct Ceylon Sapphire and 1ct Diamond Platinum Dress Ring Circa 1945

The elevated, tapered ring shoulders blend seamlessly with the setting and meld with the plain ring shank.

This vintage sapphire and diamond ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as platinum.

fig 3. A vintage platinum dress ring featuring a cushion-cut blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by a cluster of round brilliant-cut diamonds. — fig 3. Vintage 2.60ct Ceylon Sapphire and 1ct Diamond Platinum Dress Ring Circa 1945

This impressive vintage dress ring is supplied with an IDGL diamond grading report card, in addition to a sapphire report card and certificate supplied by the Gemmological Certification Services, London*.

fig 4. A vintage platinum dress ring featuring a cushion-cut blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by a cluster of round brilliant-cut diamonds. — fig 4. Vintage 2.60ct Ceylon Sapphire and 1ct Diamond Platinum Dress Ring Circa 1945

This stunning octagonal sapphire ring with diamonds makes a meaningful anniversary gift, especially for the 5th or 45th year of marriage. Its deep blue hue also makes it a thoughtful choice for September birthdays, offering both elegance and personal significance.

fig 5. A vintage platinum dress ring featuring a cushion-cut blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by a cluster of round brilliant-cut diamonds. — fig 5. Vintage 2.60ct Ceylon Sapphire and 1ct Diamond Platinum Dress Ring Circa 1945

NOTE: * This documentation accredits the sapphire originating in Sri Lanka (Ceylon) and certifies that the gemstone shows no indications of heating.

Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone.