Elizabeth Taylor has a well known jewelry collection and has even written a book on her favorite subject: My Love Affair with Jewelry. Perhaps her most well known piece of jewelry is her 69.42-carat pear shaped diamond known as the Taylor-Burton Diamond. Elizabeth Taylor is usually associated with impressive diamonds, however she also has a fabulous collection of other gemstones. Another one of Taylor’s husbands, Michael Wilding, gave her a cabochon sapphire engagement ring.

Star Sapphires are a beautiful choice and the pristine beauty of this ring is unparalleled.  Star sapphires exhibit a star-like phenomenon known as asterism.  Asterism is actually created from rutile needle like inclusions. This phenomena is quite rare and stunning to behold.

Another queen of the silver screen that adored sapphires is Joan Crawford. She was such a sapphire lover she was nicknamed “Joan Blue”. She loved wearing many pieces of sapphire jewelry. She received a 70 ct star sapphire engagement ring. The Natural Sapphire Company proudly has a star sapphire that will rival even the grandeur of Joan’s ring.

Our 298.32 ct blue star sapphire is truly breathtaking. The magnificently formed star is well centered and quite strong in appearance. This is truly a museum quality collector’s piece.

Joan was also the very lucky owner of a 72 ct emerald cut sapphire. Emerald cut gemstones are particularly elegant and make stunning engagement rings. I find emerald cut stones really allow one to focus on the rich and regal blue color tone.  A sapphire with perfect proportions and excellent clarity, such as B364, is ideal for an emerald cut sapphire engagement ring.

It turns out that Arnold likes the color blue.

His very large blue sapphire ring is seen just about all the time.

In addition Arnold wears a very large blue Lapis Lazuli ring, to compliment his blue sapphire ring (and I might add his blue tie, blue shirt, and blue eye’s).

I think Michael Bloomberg just had his first glimpse of Arnolds sapphire ring, because he looks quite hypnotized!

The ring on his right hand is a big Lapis Ring that was given to him as a present, and the wedding ring on the left hand is the Sapphire Ring in Yellow Gold.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger is an obvious lover of fine blue sapphires.

He’s almost never seen without his monstrous blue sapphire set in yellow gold.

His wife, Maria Shriver, gave it to him on their wedding day.  Certainly this blue sapphire is one of Arnold’s most precious possessions.

For such an iconic figure to choose a fine blue sapphire as a symbol of his personal identity, and most important personal relationship, is a testament to how special this gemstone can be.

Natural untreated blue sapphires are held in the highest regard by many - they are incredible gemstones.

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I don’t have anything against Nancy Reagan, but Princess Diana and her very large blue sapphire necklace are the definite standout in this photo.

Blue sapphires are classic and they will never go out of style.  They perfectly compliment any outfit and can be worn at any occasion, whether it be a casual party or a formal event.

Fine quality natural blue sapphires are beautiful, rare and valuable.

Princess Diana Wearing Natural Blue Sapphire Jewelry

Blue Sapphire Necklace and Blue Sapphire Earrings Worn by Princess Diana

We have a stunning new custom mounting design for you to choose from just in time for summer.   This beautiful mounting, JS858, is designed for natural oval sapphires, but would look exquisite with a lovely natural round sapphire.  This custom mounting has a large amount of pave set diamonds, but don’t worry, they won’t take away any of the attention from the beautiful natural sapphire.  In fact, the sparkling pave set diamonds help to accentuate the exceptional brilliance and radiating beauty of the natural sapphire.  So whether you choose an appealing natural blue, yellow, pink, padparadscha or unique sapphire, the finished piece is guaranteed to look ravishing.

JS858: Custom Pave Style Mounting

This alluring mounting is created to look as if it is three separate sections, but it is really one piece that is completely connected.  In creating the mounting like this it gives the piece a more uniform and streamline look to it.  You also have the choice of how far down on the shanks you would like the pave diamonds to extend.  A lot of people prefer to have the diamonds extend three fourths of the way down the shank, but if you would prefer to have these diamonds wrap all the way around or stop half-way down, we are perfectly capable of making this happen.

This gorgeous mounting would make a charming sapphire engagement ring or a fantastic anniversary present, and is perfectly suitable for everyday wear.  You are guaranteed to turn heads wearing this dazzling mounting, and come summertime people may have to shade their eyes when the sun hits this sparkling beauty.

What better way to show off your confidence and masculinity then by wearing a natural pink sapphire men’s ring.   Pink has become an extremely popular color for men’s wardrobes, and I bet a lot of you out there own a few pieces of pink clothing.  It takes a real man to wear pink clothing, but an even bigger man to rock a stunning pink sapphire men’s ring.

Beyond pink being in-style for men to wear these days, it can also be an extremely neutral color which can compliment just about every piece of clothing in your wardrobe, whether it be a nice blue dress shirt or a pin stripe suit.  Just as pink is very compatible with skin tone, it is also very compatible with metal tones and looks exceptionally handsome white gold, yellow gold and platinum.

Why not start a new spring and summer trend by being the first to create a very impressive and fashionable natural pink sapphire men’s ring.  It would be perfect to wear at a casual outing, and would also look striking with a nice suit and tie.  Everyone will know that you are completely comfortable with your masculinity, so you can walk around with a new sense of courage and fortitude.

Fashionable Natural Pink Sapphire Men’s Rings

JS325 + P526 (bottom/left)      JS785 + P536 (top/right)       JS362 + P2291 (middle)

Above are a few examples of different kinds of natural pink sapphire men’s rings you could create, but in the end the decision is up to you.  We have a wide variety of pink sapphires in every size, shape, hue and tone for you to choose from, along with an extensive collection of custom men’s ring mountings for you decide from.   So why not be a trend starter and create yourself a dignified pink sapphire ring and wear it with confidence and style.

Here is the perfect pair of natural yellow sapphire and diamond earrings for the upcoming spring and summer. The beautiful cut and faceting of these stunning natural yellow sapphires create maximum brilliance, allowing these beautiful sapphires to radiate warmth and beauty outwards. The two diamonds above each sapphire really help to accentuate the elegance and charm of these alluring natural yellow sapphires.  The combination of round brilliant diamonds and exquisite radiant cut natural yellow sapphires truly make for a dazzling one of a kind pair of earrings.

J1495: Natural Untreated Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Earrings

These earrings will perfectly compliment a beautiful summer dress or stunning formal gown, making them perfect for those casual backyard BBQ’s as well as ritzy dinner parties.  You are guaranteed to get noticed while wearing these chic earrings, so be prepared to answer questions on how you could possibly afford them.  The truth is, these canary diamond look a likes could fool just about anyone, but their price tag is much more affordable.  This delicately charming pair of earrings would be the perfect gift for a birthday or anniversary, but would also be a gorgeous way to let your significant other know that your love is still going strong.  The summer is just around the corner, so make sure you snag these splendid natural yellow sapphire and diamond earrings before someone else snatches up these beauties and starts stealing all the compliments that should be going to you.

Whether it is for an engagement ring or just a token of your affection to your loved one, three stone diamond rings throughout the years have continuously been one of the most popular jewelry trends.  Now a days, people want to express the uniqueness and individuality of their relationship, so there has been a rise in sapphire engagement rings, especially three stone blue or pink sapphire rings.  Sapphire three stone rings are the perfect way to express the individuality of your relationship, and you don’t just have to choose from blue or pink because sapphires come in every color of the rainbow.

Not only are sapphire three stone rings elegant and unique, but they can be purchased for a much lower cost than a diamond three stone ring, making them an exceptional deal with great value.  The best part about that value of a natural sapphire ring is that it will only gain over time, and in an economy like this, that is an important thing to consider.

Custom Natural Untreated Blue, Pink and Yellow Sapphire Three Stone Rings

Three stone rings are meant to signify a couples past, present and future, and what better way to show your lasting love and commitment to your significant other then with a three stone natural sapphire ring.  A natural blue sapphire center stone with diamond side stones is the traditional choice for most of our customers, but the choice is really up to how you and your significant other want to express your unconditional love for each other for the rest of your lives.  Even though blue sapphires are the most widely used, we often have customers creating custom three stone rings using natural pink, yellow, padparadscha and even unique color sapphires to create exceptionally stunning three stone rings.  Creating a custom sapphire three stone ring is the perfect way to express the individuality of your relationship, and we guarantee you will cherish this magnificent piece of sapphire jewelry for years to come.

About 2 months ago, The Natural Sapphire Company released our very first iPhone App: iSapphire.   We are very proud of it, as it is one of the very first jewelry and stone related iPhone applications, and the only one for sapphires.

Here at NSC, we pride ourselves on having the latest and greatest in technical innovations.  When one of our customers turned out to be a successful iPhone developer, we couldn’t turn down the opportunity to start design plans right away.

Only a few weeks after its release we have had almost 1,000 downloads!

What our app does, is offer first time stone buyers, collectors, and everyone in between, a portable version of our very detailed education pages.  This way, no matter where you are, you can familiarize yourself with the process of how sapphires are mined, graded, cut, etc.  As an added bonus, you can use the application to browse our website on your iPhone as well.  Our favorite function is the ability to use the contact us page to have your phone call us or send an email, just by clicking the menu  item.

To install, you must have an iPhone or iPod Touch.  To get the free download, please visit our iSapphire iTunes app store page.

Now a day, it is so easy to search, compare and buy natural sapphires and natural sapphire jewelry online.  All you need to do is to head to our website where we have tried to make it as manageable and painless as possible. We specialize in natural untreated sapphires and we are home to the largest collection of these stones in the world.

If you are simply looking for a single stone to purchase then all you need to do is browse our expansive inventory of stones based on color, cut, carat weight and cost.  We even give you the option to sort by price, weight and shape so as to make the process go as smoothly as possible.  We use state of the art photography techniques in order to assure the customer that what they see on the web is what they will receive when they purchase the beautiful sapphire.  Feel free to browse our expansive inventory of natural untreated blue, pink, yellow, padparadscha, unique and star sapphires.

A Variety of Natural Untreated Sapphires

If you are looking for something beyond a single stunning natural sapphire then maybe a finished piece of jewelry would be something that you are interested in.  We also have an exceptionally large and unique collection of ready-made pieces of sapphire jewelry for you to choose from and we have made the process of searching for these pieces just as easy as searching for single stones.  You are given the same sorting options so that you are able to narrow down your search to exactly what you are looking for.  There are many varieties of ready-made sapphire jewelry pieces for you to choose from and we have made it so easy for you to find and choose your dream piece from the following categories: rings, earrings, bands, pendants, necklaces, bracelets, brooches.

Custom Natural Untreated Sapphire Rings

But, If you even want to take it a step further, we offer you the option of creating a completely custom piece of sapphire jewelry that will be unique to your individuality.  First, you would start by choosing the natural sapphire of your choice based on your own personal preference of color, cut, carat weight and cost.  I prefer round blue sapphires, so I have chosen the stone below to create my custom sapphire ring.

B2585: Natural Untreated Blue Sapphire

Next, you would go ahead and search through our custom mounting section to find the mounting style that suits your trend.  Whether you are looking to create a custom ring, pendant, necklace or pair of earrings we have numerous different options for you to choose from in each section, so you are sure to find something you love.  If for some reason you cannot find a mounting option that fits your specifications, just contact us directly and we will certainly be willing to create the mounting of your dreams.

For my ring I chose this stunning antique style mounting below.  This mounting is perfect for the gorgeous brilliant natural blue sapphire above, and has a very delicate and alluring look to it that I particularly enjoy.  The symmetrically designed organic patterns on this mounting are simple and elegant.

JS10: Custom Made Antique Style Mounting

Finally, now that you have a stone and a mounting that you prefer, you simply need to choose the metal type and the process is complete.  If you have trouble visualizing what you’re finished piece will look like, once you purchase the stone our 3-D department is completely capable of creating a custom rendering to show you exactly what you’re finished piece of sapphire jewelry will look like.  Below is what my custom blue sapphire ring would look like in platinum, and I think it has turned out absolutely dazzling.

B2585 in JS10

The choices are all up to you, so we have tried to make the decision process as straightforward as possible to make your experience with NSC a fantastic and memorable one.  We are big on customer satisfaction so keeping you satisfied is our top priority.

Although we have a large collection of custom mountings to go with our stunning natural untreated sapphires, chances are that you might want to combine two different mountings to make a unique custom made sapphire ring. However, once you purchase your stone, if you have difficulty visualizing your custom made ring our 3D department will be more than happy to lend you a hand regarding this matter.  We can create you a custom rendering of what the finished piece of sapphire jewelry will look like.

Custom Made Mountings JS734 and JS225

A couple of weeks ago I received a request from our sales department to create a rendering of a blue sapphire ring with the head of JS734 and the shank of JS225. Basically I was told to combine the two rings into one custom mounting.  The natural blue sapphire that I was told to set in the mounting was a magnificent vivid blue sapphire with an exceptional amount of brilliance.  Here is the exquisite outcome from the combination of these two dazzling custom mountings.

Custom Pave Style Blue Sapphire Ring

Sapphires have been the most prized of gemstones throughout history. I find the 98.6 carat Ceylon sapphire on display at the Smithsonian to be truly one of the most impressive pieces of jewelry I have seen. This amazing necklace was designed by Cartier for the Countess Mona von Bismarck an American socialite and fashion icon of her time.

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The Natural Sapphire Company is proud to have another Ceylon sapphire that exhibits the same famed Cornflower blue and is 69.35 cts.  Our oval sapphire is perfectly cut and would be breathtaking in a pendant as well. This stone is GIA certified and would be the perfect centerpiece for a necklace  befitting the fashion icons of our time. This sapphire has a well proportioned-cut, good transparency, and perfect clarity. These qualities make this a museum piece quality gemstone.

B2080: 69.35ct Natural Untreated Blue Sapphire

Blue is the king of colors.  At least that is what we gather from the new record per/ct. price ever paid for a gemstone.

This 7.03ct flawless blue diamond was sold by Sotheby’s on May 12, 2009 for $9,490,000. USD.  This is a new world record price for a gemstone (in per/ct weight price $1,349,928).

Blue is the color that is in demand, and most people would agree that the blue in blue sapphires is a more pleasant and ‘richer’ blue than seen in any blue diamond.

It is a far better value to buy a natural blue sapphire ring than a blue diamond ring, and then you can save all that extra money for a pair of blue sapphire earrings, a necklace and a bracelet!

News Link:

http://news.aol.com/article/blue-diamond-auction/477920

When deciding on a custom sapphire engagement ring many people choose to go with a natural blue sapphire, but more and more people are branching out to other colors such as pink sapphires, padparadscha sapphires, and even unique sapphires to promote their individuality.  A lot of people come to NSC for sapphire engagement rings and matching sapphire wedding bands because they are our specialty. Soon we may have to add another specialty to our list if the trend keeps up, and that is for a “baby bauble” present.

One of our customers came all the way from Luxembourg to create a gorgeous natural blue sapphire ring for the birth of her baby boy.  Is that cute or what?  They decided to go with an alluring natural cushion cut blue sapphire set in the simple yet elegant custom platinum mounting JS856.  This is a perfect custom ring for such a present because it is classically charming, but not to flashy.

Custom Natural Untreated Blue Sapphire Ring

Sapphires are the perfect stone to use for such a present because if you’re having a baby boy you can get an exquisite natural blue sapphire, but if you’re having a baby girl you can get a lovely natural pink sapphire.  But if you are one of those people who likes the keep the babies gender a surprise, then why not go with a yellow sapphire.

If you are looking for the perfect present for someone who is going to have baby soon, we have range of gorgeous loose sapphires and finished pieces of sapphire jewelry for you to choose from.  We can create the perfect custom piece of sapphire jewelry that the expecting mother will cherish and love for years to come.   If you think a ring is not for her, then consider a beautiful pair of sapphire earrings or a stunning sapphire pendant.   This is an extremely thoughtful and beautiful gift idea that any expecting mother would be sure to appreciate.

Recently I worked on JS368, which is a simple yet elegant pave style ring mounting.  The delicate curves along the top and bottom of the pave diamonds on the shank help to give this stunning mounting a more modern feel to it.  This charming mounting is perfect for the faceted round sapphire of your choice, but is more than capable of accommodating cabochons as well as star sapphires, so the choice is up to you.  No matter what choice you make the finished sapphire ring will be something you cherish for years to come.

JS368: Custom Pave Style Mounting

Natural blue sapphires have a very refreshing coolness that often reminds you of the ocean and the cool breezes coming off the water.  These soft alluring feelings are especially true when a blue sapphire is paired with this mounting in white gold.  The exquisite finished piece would be perfect for any occasion whether it be a casual dinner party or a formal affair.   A lighter toned blue will not appear too heavy or overpowering, which is perfect for the upcoming spring and summer.

B2506 in JS368

Natural pink sapphires come in a variety of hues and tones ranging from pastels to vivid pinks. Pink sapphires hue usually contains a slight a hint purple or violet which really gives these stones a springtime feel.  This custom mounting is perfect for a dazzling round pink sapphire because the pave diamonds truly help to accentuate the true beauty and brilliance of the sapphire. Natural pink sapphires give off a very calming and peaceful feeling that is perfect for the spring and summer seasons.

P2137 in JS368

Orange is one of the numerous fancy colors that sapphires naturally occur in when being formed deep below the earth’s surface. Most of these natural orange sapphires also have some secondary color tones usually consisting of yellows and reds.  Due to these secondary color tones being found in the stones, these sapphires have also become known in the trade as both “sunset sapphire” and “golden sapphire.”  These secondary colors really add another hint of beauty to the stone and make them perfect for a spring or summertime piece of jewelry.  Using JS368 in rose gold with an exquisite orange sapphire will create a delightful ring that will softly blend with the skin and be a perfect accessory for the upcoming seasons.  The rose gold and orange sapphire will mesh together beautifully, creating an extremely appealing ring with a very a warm and comforting feeling.

U2723 in JS368

The possibilities and combinations are endless with this magnificent custom mounting.  Placing a beautiful light blue star sapphire in this custom mounting using yellow gold can create a very unique and sensational finished piece. The bright rays of the star sapphire combined with the warm yellow of the gold can be extremely striking.  This would be a guaranteed head-turner sure to make everyone jealous, and would be perfect for wearing outside on those sunny spring and summer days.  Natural sunlight is the best way to view the phenomenal rays of the star sapphire, so this custom ring would be perfect for spring and summer.

S128 in JS368