For example, the depth of colour seen in a blue sapphire varies from a light, delicate shade to an intense, velvety blue. Colour is an essential factor in determining a stone's value. Our blue sapphire rings are often set with a rich, royal blue colour - but we can make any ring design in the shade you choose. Or consider a teal or purple sapphire for a genuinely unusual engagement ring.īlue sapphires come in various shades, from cornflower to royal blue. For example, a green or blue sapphire makes for a versatile engagement ring that pairs effortlessly with any look. The colour you choose for your ring is very personal. However, the only colour a sapphire does not come in is red because red corundum is ruby. A classic blue sapphire is the result of titanium and iron.Īny shade other than blue is known as a 'fancy colour', including pink, orange, yellow, green, purple, and violet. When traces of other elements are introduced as the gem is forming, the sapphire takes on colour. Sapphire is made from the naturally colourless mineral corundum. Of course, blue is the most popular and well-known of the sapphire colours, but the gemstone also comes in an array of beautiful hues. Prefer bespoke? To commission a bespoke sapphire ring, or make an appointment to view the rings in person, please get in touch with us on 020 7193 4412 or email choosing a sapphire ring, colour is usually the first consideration. Many of the sapphire engagement rings on this page are available for immediate purchase, and you can view our collection of vintage-style sapphire rings in Hatton Garden, London, UK. With an irresistible palette of shades, there is a sapphire ring for everyone, whether you fall for vibrant pink sapphire engagement rings or timeless blue sapphire and diamond. This colour even gives the stone its name the word sapphire comes from the Greek 'sapheiros' and the Latin 'saphirus', meaning blue. Our sapphire rings are available in a rainbow of colours, but blue sapphire is their most famous and beloved. If you adore classic precious gemstones and glorious colours, you might find your perfect piece in our collection of sapphire engagement rings. Sapphires make a distinctive choice for engagement or special occasion rings.

Sapphire ring