It’s also the perfect time to bring back our favorite blog series – The Engagement Ring of the Week. We’re in love with this stunning vintage estate sapphire engagement ring. It’s a three stone ring, featuring a beautiful oval sapphire set off by two antique Old European cut diamonds. In this engagement ring, the diamonds are set in platinum to highlight their bright whiteness, while the sapphire is set in yellow gold. 

Feast your eyes on this incredible sapphire. It’s a 5.71 carat oval in a rich vibrant blue. It’s set in an ornate diamond studded mounting that resembles a crown, hinting at the royal history of sapphire engagement rings. The side diamonds are Old European cuts that likely date to the 1920s-30s. They have big chunky facets that give a lot of fire and dramatic rainbow sparkle.

While modern engagement rings mostly feature diamond center stones, sapphire engagement rings have a long history, especially in royal circles. One of the most famous is the sapphire and diamond Moi et Toi (me and you) ring that Napoleon gave Joséphine in the 1790s. Highlighting the beauty of the twin gemstones, this romantic ring presages the current fad for two stone rings. Probably the most famous royal sapphire engagement ring is Princess Diana’s oval sapphire framed by diamonds. Now Princess Catherine’s ring, this classic is one of the most recognizable engagement rings in the world.

So you’ve fallen in love with a sapphire engagement ring and you’re wondering – how do I pair it with a wedding band? Our Engagement Ring of the Week gives you a lot of options. Since this ring setting includes both gold and platinum, either metal works well. For an elegant look, we recommend a simple polished or patterned vintage wedding band. Want a little more sparkle? We also love the look of a vintage diamond wedding band, in platinum or yellow gold.

Now that you’ve found your dream sapphire engagement ring and wedding band pairing, it’s time to choose the rest of your bridal jewelry. We played off the ring’s regal details with blue and white antique jewels. Slip a photo of your beloved into this Victorian heart locket. The cobalt blue enamel will pop beautifully against any wedding gown and we love the glitter from the rose cut diamond. It’s such a romantic and meaningful piece for a wedding.  

The Victorian diamond earrings are an elevated version of diamond studs and just as easy to wear. They feature a pair of dazzling Old Mine cut diamonds in ornate filigree gold settings. You’ll love wearing these on your wedding day, but they don’t necessarily need to hide in your jewelry box until the next special occasion. They’re just as beautiful for a Saturday date night, a family brunch, or just a random Tuesday at work. And the finishing touch for this wedding look is a fun set of vintage gold bangle bracelets. These three are Ippolita and they’re the perfect touch of modern to add to the antique jewels.

Have we convinced you to try a vintage sapphire engagement ring? No matter if you love blue, love sapphires, or are a September baby, we know you’ll love this gorgeous ring. Want to see more? Browse all our wonderful sapphire rings, from Victorian to Art Deco to modern. Happy September!