Your future sapphire ring in Lyon: the elegance of a precious stone steeped in history.

Since ancient times, sapphires have fascinated people with their brilliance and deep hues. Belonging to the corundum family, like rubies, sapphires are among the most durable precious stones. With a hardness of 9 out of 10 on the Mohs scale, second only to diamonds, they are particularly well suited to jewelry and rings worn every day. 

A symbol of fidelity, wisdom, and nobility, sapphires have adorned royal jewelry for centuries. They became especially popular thanks to Princess Diana’s famous engagement ring: a pompadour ring featuring an oval blue sapphire surrounded by diamonds, which became an enduring jewelry icon.

Among our selection of antique jewelry in Lyon, sapphires continue to captivate with their character and elegance. 

From sapphire daisy rings and sapphire trilogy rings to sapphire band rings and Art Deco sapphire rings, sapphire-set rings combine beauty, durability, and history.

Discover our selection of sapphire rings

Choosing a sapphire is not just about its color. To find the ideal stone, several criteria should be considered: its brilliance, transparency, cut, any inclusions, and treatments.

The quality of the cut affects how light reflects off the stone. 

Our team of gemologists checks every sapphire adorning Elliade antique rings to verify its authenticity.

For an antique sapphire ring, the setting also plays an essential role. L Yellow gold adds a warm touch, while white gold highlights the stone’s coolness. A sapphire and diamond cluster ring offers a romantic style, while a three-stone ring captivates with its symbolic elegance.

The most important thing is to choose a sapphire whose color and style suit your taste, while also considering the quality of the jewelry.

Sapphire belongs to the corundum family and comes in many colors. While blue remains the most iconic, pink, yellow, green, and purple shades offer original alternatives for lovers of antique and vintage jewelry.

• Blue sapphire: the most "classic" choice. Intense and deep, it lends timeless elegance to antique rings.
• Pink sapphire: romantic and harmonious with yellow or rose gold.
• Yellow sapphire: sunny and warm, it adds an original touch to a vintage ring.
• Green or purple sapphire: distinctive, it appeals to lovers of less conventional gemstones.
• Padparadscha sapphire: rare, it stands out for its delicate shades blending pink and orange.

Discover the different sapphire rings in Lyon

Blue sapphire comes in a fascinating palette, from luminous hues to deep, velvety shades. Each stone has its own distinctive qualities, making every antique sapphire ring unique.

• Cornflower sapphire: A soft, luminous, velvety blue with a slight violet hue, reminiscent of the delicate blue of cornflowers.
• Royal Blue sapphire: A deep, intense, saturated blue that is particularly elegant, with a beautiful brightness and a subtle hint of violet.
• Kashmir blue sapphire: A velvety, silky blue with a slight milky quality, renowned for its depth and exceptional brilliance.
• Midnight blue sapphire: A very dark, mysterious blue that appears almost black in certain lighting, revealing subtle blue reflections.
• Teal sapphire: A distinctive shade blending blue and green, sometimes accented with turquoise reflections, for a deep and original character.
• Electric blue sapphire: A bright, vibrant blue that is particularly luminous and catches the eye with its intensity.
• Pastel blue sapphire: A soft, delicate, airy blue with light tones that evoke a spring sky.

These names are mainly descriptive and commercial, rather than strictly standardized gemological categories. A sapphire's color can also vary depending on the light, the lighting conditions, and the viewing angle.

Sapphires enhance many styles of antique rings. 

The sapphire and diamond daisy ring catches the eye with its central stone surrounded by diamonds, forming a luminous flower. 

The sapphire trilogy ring, meanwhile, combines three stones symbolizing the past, present, and future. 

The sapphire solitaire remains a timeless classic for those looking for a vintage engagement ring in Lyon.

The sapphire band ring charms with its clean lines and timeless elegance. Its delicately rounded design showcases the stone and creates a silhouette that is both understated and refined.

Fans of antique jewelry also appreciate Art Deco rings, recognizable by their geometric lines and adorned with calibre-cut sapphires.