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Antique 1.49 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Solitaire Ring, Circa 1950
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Antique 1.49 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Solitaire Ring, Circa 1950

1940 - 1960
Description

A classy vintage sapphire solitaire ring. The emerald cut 1.49 carat Ceylon sapphire in the centre displays a bright and attractive cornflower blue, with flashes of royal blue. The stone is held in a four claw collet with geometric detailing in the gallery, leading to a slender 18k yellow gold shank

Accompanied by a sapphire report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory stating the sapphire shows indications of heating, and is Sri Lankan (Ceylon) in origin.

Cut:  Emerald cut.

Clarity:  Loupe clean.

Carat:  1.49 carat.

Circa:  1950.

Size:  L (UK) or 5 1/2 (US). Free sizing available.

Measurements:  The sapphire is 7.6 x 5.8mm. Sits 5.7mm from the finger.

Weight:  2.57 grams.

Metal:  18k yellow gold. Tested with a Niton DXL Precious Metal Analyzer.

Video: To view a video of this ring recorded in daylight, please copy / paste the following link into your browser: https://gatsbyjewellery.co.uk/products/antique-1-49-carat-ceylon-sapphire-solitaire-ring-circa-1950

Item # 79914S099

Date of Manufacture

Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this Ceylon Sapphire Solitaire Ring to the 1950s.

Independent Date Guide ID 09660484
Dealer's Item Date1950s
Sellingantiques Date1950s
Sellingantiques agingItem 55-90 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1950s:
Stepped geometric shoulders: tailored fashion from the 1950s.
Pierced triangular gallery beneath the collet: mid-century openwork design.
Corner-prong emerald-cut mount: setting style favoured in post-war solitaire rings.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1237212
Dealers Internal Reference
79914S099
Description
A classy vintage sapphire solitaire ring. The emerald cut 1.
“
49 carat Ceylon sapphire in the centre displays a bright and attractive cornflower blue, with flashes of royal blue.
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd

The stone is held in a four claw collet with geometric detailing in the gallery, leading to a slender 18k yellow gold shank

fig 1. A yellow gold solitaire ring featuring an emerald-cut blue sapphire secured in a corner-claw setting.
fig 1. Antique 1.49 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Solitaire Ring, Circa 1950

Accompanied by a sapphire report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory stating the sapphire shows indications of heating, and is Sri Lankan (Ceylon) in origin.

Cut:  Emerald cut.

Clarity:  Loupe clean.

Carat:  1.49 carat.

fig 2. A yellow gold solitaire ring featuring an emerald-cut blue sapphire secured in a corner-claw setting.
fig 2. Antique 1.49 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Solitaire Ring, Circa 1950

Circa:  1950.

Size:  L (UK) or 5 1/2 (US). Free sizing available.

Measurements:  The sapphire is 7.6 x 5.8mm. Sits 5.7mm from the finger.

Weight:  2.57 grams.

Metal:  18k yellow gold. Tested with a Niton DXL Precious Metal Analyzer.

fig 3. A yellow gold solitaire ring featuring an emerald-cut blue sapphire secured in a corner-claw setting.
fig 3. Antique 1.49 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Solitaire Ring, Circa 1950

Video: To view a video of this ring recorded in daylight, please copy / paste the following link into your browser: https://gatsbyjewellery.co.uk/products/antique-1-49-carat-ceylon-sapphire-solitaire-ring-circa-1950

Item # 79914S099

Date of Manufacture

Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this Ceylon Sapphire Solitaire Ring to the 1950s.

Independent Date Report ID 09660484
Dealer's Item Date1950s
Sellingantiques dating1950s
Sellingantiques agingItem 55-90 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1950s:
Stepped geometric shoulders: tailored fashion from the 1950s.
Pierced triangular gallery beneath the collet: mid-century openwork design.
Corner-prong emerald-cut mount: setting style favoured in post-war solitaire rings.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237212
Dealers Internal Ref
79914S099
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Archive I A yellow gold solitaire ring featuring an emerald-cut blue sapphire secured in a corner-claw setting.

Antique 1.49 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Solitaire Ring, Circa 1950

Archive II A yellow gold solitaire ring featuring an emerald-cut blue sapphire secured in a corner-claw setting. View II
Archive III A yellow gold solitaire ring featuring an emerald-cut blue sapphire secured in a corner-claw setting. View III
Archive IV A yellow gold solitaire ring featuring an emerald-cut blue sapphire secured in a corner-claw setting. View IV
Archive V A yellow gold solitaire ring featuring an emerald-cut blue sapphire secured in a corner-claw setting. View V
Archive VI A yellow gold solitaire ring featuring an emerald-cut blue sapphire secured in a corner-claw setting. View VI
Archive VII A yellow gold solitaire ring featuring an emerald-cut blue sapphire secured in a corner-claw setting. View VII
Archive VIII A yellow gold solitaire ring featuring an emerald-cut blue sapphire secured in a corner-claw setting. View VIII
Archive IX A yellow gold solitaire ring featuring an emerald-cut blue sapphire secured in a corner-claw setting. View IX
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Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
3 Coppice Row
Theydon Bois
Essex
CM16 7ES
United Kingdom
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A yellow gold solitaire ring featuring an emerald-cut blue sapphire secured in a corner-claw setting.
Antique 1.49 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Solitaire Ring, circa 1950
Ref: SA1237212
A yellow gold solitaire ring featuring an emerald-cut blue sapphire secured in a corner-claw setting.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectRings
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialYellow Gold, Sapphire
  • ColourBlue, Gold
  • MotifsEmerald-cut sapphire, Four-prong claw setting, Plain yellow gold band

An antique 1950 Mid-Century Modern solitaire ring features an emerald-cut 1.49 carat Ceylon sapphire in the centre, displaying cornflower and royal blue hues. The gemstone is held in a four-prong claw setting with geometric detailing in the gallery, mounted on a plain 18k yellow gold band. The visual details comprise corner claws, a polished gold finish, and a slender shank with split shoulders. This piece fits ring size L (UK) or 5 1/2 (US), with the sapphire measuring 7.6 x 5.8 mm and sitting 5.7 mm from the finger, weighing 2.57 grams. It is worn on the hand as fine jewellery for daily wear or formal occasions.

FAQs

Mid-century solitaire rings from the 1950s frequently feature clean geometric gemstone cuts, such as step or emerald cuts, mounted in yellow gold or platinum bands to emphasise the central stone.

These rings typically incorporate natural Sri Lankan sapphires, noted for light to medium blue hues, mounted in high-karat yellow gold or platinum claw settings.

Authenticity is verified through hallmark analysis, gemmological assessment of natural mineral inclusions, and examination of historical stone-cutting methods.

The classic single-stone profile allows easy pairing alongside contemporary slim metal bands or minimalist attire for both everyday and formal wear.

Clean the setting using warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft brush, avoiding harsh ultrasonic cleaners or sudden thermal shifts.
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