Art Deco 5.00 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Burmese Sapphire Solitaire Ring, circa 1920

Sometimes the most beautiful things are the simplest – as is certainly the case with this emerald cut sapphire ring. The centre stone – certified as natural, unheated and Burmese in origin – is a lively electric blue. The sapphire is set laterally on the finger in yellow gold, with rose gold embellishments on the shoulders, leading to a chunky yellow gold shank. A truly special ring.

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

Cut – Octagonal cut (also known as emerald cut).

Clarity – The sapphire is SI.

Carat – Approximately 5.00.

Circa – 1920.

Size – K 1/2 (UK) or 5 3/8 (US). Complimentary sizing is available, can go up or down.

Measurements – The sapphire is approximately 11.9 x 8.9mm. The ring is 10.1mm at the widest point and sits 4.1mm from the finger.

Metal – 18k yellow and rose gold. Tested.