Antique Style Green Sapphire Ring 1.85 Ct., Platinum 950

The 1.85 carat green sapphire at the heart of this ring is a refined example of what discerning collectors seek, presented in a clean emerald cut that emphasizes clarity, symmetry, and the stone's rich hue. Measuring 7.09 by 6.23 by 4.30 millimeters, the pavilion and table proportions of this gem have been carefully considered to maximize light return and preserve the depth of its intense color saturation. The clarity has been assessed as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a favourable grade for a colored stone of this size that confirms the gem presents with minimal visible interruptions to the eye, while still retaining natural character. The stone has an excellent polish, a feature that underscores both the lapidary skill involved and the stone's ability to convey brilliance and crisp facet junctions, characteristics that an educated buyer will recognise as critical to both aesthetic appeal and enduring value.

This sapphire originates from Tanzania, a source that over recent decades has become known for producing green and parti coloured sapphires with distinct, saturated tones. Origin matters to informed buyers because geological provenance can inform rarity, market demand, and long term appreciation. Tanzanian sapphires often carry a combination of interesting body tone and lively saturation, and in this example the intense green is complemented by the precise emerald cut, which allows for both optical depth and a modern, architectural presence on the hand. The stone has been heat treated, a widely accepted and stable enhancement in the trade that optimises color and clarity without compromising the gem's integrity when performed to industry standards. For collectors who prioritise transparency and longevity, the combination of documented origin, responsible enhancement, and expert finishing provides reassurance and measurable provenance.

Flanking the central sapphire are white round natural diamonds, together weighing approximately 0.36 carats, each carefully matched for colour grade E and clarity grades VS1 and VS2. Those parameters indicate exceptionally white diamonds with very slight inclusions that are unlikely to be seen without magnification, which is ideal for accent stones that must support and elevate the centre gem without competing with it. Colour grade E places these diamonds in the top tier of near colourless to colourless stones, ensuring that they read as bright white against the cool tone of the platinum setting and the green sapphire. The diamonds have been set to accentuate the emerald cut, providing a controlled contrast that adds scintillation at the ring shoulders and increases perceived presence without overwhelming the sapphire. For the informed buyer, this balance of cut, colour, clarity and carat weight demonstrates thoughtful design and sensible allocation of value between the centre gem and its supporting stones.

The mounting is fully executed in platinum 950, a choice that reflects both durability and a premium metal standard appreciated by experienced collectors. Platinum 950 is highly stable, hypoallergenic, and offers excellent security for prong settings, particularly for step cut stones like an emerald cut sapphire which benefit from solid, precise settings. The ring further shows refined craftsmanship in its hand engraved filigree and milgrain accents, details that speak to traditional jewellery techniques and add an element of artisanal character. Worn as an engagement ring or as a statement piece for formal and everyday wear, this design projects confidence and considered taste. The architectural lines of the emerald cut, paired with the intense green tone and the bright side diamonds, create a silhouette that communicates individuality and assurance. At The Natural Sapphire Company we place emphasis on material integrity, documented origins, and artisanal finishing, and this ring embodies those values, offering an educated buyer a gemstone of significant visual impact, measured technical quality, and lasting substance.