The star sapphire ring may suggest a star shaped sapphire embedded into the ring band, but it is actually something much nicer than that.
The sapphire is one of the most beautiful gemstones and it has interesting qualities. Besides having a beautiful deep ocean blue color, there are star sapphires, that have a star like shape formed inside the stone.
These six ray stars are formed by minerals inside the sapphire, and they make all jewelry uniquely beautiful. The star sapphire looks the most amazing under light, which makes the stars manifest even stronger.
Vintage star sapphire rings are quite rare and they can be expensive as well. Most of these rings have a round sapphire seated on filigree ring settings and often the sapphire is surrounded by small diamond. These rings are very elegant and incredibly beautiful.
Many people choose these rings as engagement rings because of their irresistible beauty, however, they can be worn on any occasion. This is why vintage star sapphire rings can be found in many ring settings, some of them very elegant while others more simple.
Here is one important hint when you are looking for a beautiful star sapphire ring in the retro style: make sure that the ring setting isn't too fancy, because it will take the attention away from the beauty of the star sapphire. This uniquely beautiful gemstone has so much beauty in itself that you don't need to add to it with a very decorative and fancy ring setting.
Vintage star sapphire rings are most often made of white gold or platinum. Gold and silver is also used sometimes but more rarely, because the color of the sapphire fits the best with white gold. The price of these rings varies between 50 and 400 dollars, of course it can also rise depending on the age of the ring and the size of the sapphire. You can find the best deals on Ebay.