Where can a vintage ring blue sapphire and diamond be found?
We found and absolutely exquisite oval vintage styled blue sapphire and diamond engagement ring at Amazon.com for $2700.00
An estate sale offered one set in solid platinum, it sold at $1499.00. Another estate sale had a vintage ring with a 12 carat marquise diamond and a 1.44 carat blue sapphire in excellent condition for $7999.00.
Diamond and blue sapphire rings in the vintage style are available and generally are less expensive than truly vintage pieces.
Do you know what style ring you want? There are cocktail, dinner and engagement rings. The cost depends on the carat weight of the diamond and sapphires and the material and design of the setting.
When you purchase a high end blue sapphire and diamond ring ask for a certificate of authenticity. If the seller can not produce one, look elsewhere for your jewelry.
A vintage engagement ring with a radiant cut diamond and a princess cut sapphire is designed to be an every day bridal ring.
Did you know that Britain’s Prince William gave his fiancée Kate Middleton the same engagement ring that his mother wore? It has an 18 carat sapphire encircled by a border of white diamonds. A look alike ring is available for 11,899.15.
QVC will be offering a Kenneth Lane copy of the ring for $39.54 plus the shipping and handling charges.
You might want to attend some estate sales or check their catalogs for one of these vintage rings. Also check auctions in your area, you might get lucky and find the vintage ring you have been hunting for.
Another possible source for vintage fine jewelry is thrift stores. People donate Aunt Sally’s jewelry because they just don’t like it and think it is old fashioned and don’t bother to check for precious metal or gems. You can find the best deals on Ebay.