Looking for a beautiful sapphire band - show me yours!

[lavieenviolet078]

I'm in search of a perfect sapphire RHR or eternity band to wear in memory of my Grandmother who passed away this year (She had blue eyes and was born in September). I'm thinking an eternity band because I could stack it with other rings. I would prefer natural sapphires of a royal blue (not too dark and not blue-green) and high quality metal, either 18k or platinum. I would prefer to spend $500-$2000 on this. Does any one have suggestions for where I can look? I've looked on Etsy and found some beautiful antique bands but I'm unsure about how to evaluate the condition and quality over the internet. Anyone who would like to post their sapphire beauties for inspiration, please do, and any advice for where to shop is also appreciated.
Thank you!

 

[goldie_locks]

Top of your budget, but I love these french cut eternity bands by CvB:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/267146...yogo-sapphire-riviera?ref=shop_home_active_48

From what I've seen here her work is top notch.

 

[lavieenviolet078]

Wow! That's gorgeous, thank you.

 

[mochiko42]

Here's my one that I got from CvB. You can see the difference between Montana sapphire (in the band) and Ceylon sapphire (the center stone in the 3 stone).

Yvonne Raley can also do sapphire eternity bands at a reasonable price.
Here's a ruby one that she did (but she can do sapphire too)
https://www.etsy.com/listing/281835...search_query=eternity&ref=shop_items_search_1
I like her hex settings too
https://www.etsy.com/listing/500854...search_query=eternity&ref=shop_items_search_7

Some other PSers have bought colored eternity bands from Zina on Etsy, you can take a look at:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ZinaFineJewelry?section_id=16089858

Diamonds by Lauren is a PS vendor and although they specialize in fancy colored diamonds, they also have colored gems and do custom projects. David can probably make what you're looking for. Here's an example of a sapphire ring from DBL : http://www.diamondsbylauren.com/ind...rilliant-blue-sapphire-and-diamond-ring-r6776

 

[thorstedswife]

 

[Acinom]

 

[springerspaniel]

I'm in search of a perfect sapphire RHR or eternity band to wear in memory of my Grandmother who passed away this year (She had blue eyes and was born in September). I'm thinking an eternity band because I could stack it with other rings. I would prefer natural sapphires of a royal blue (not too dark and not blue-green) and high quality metal, either 18k or platinum. I would prefer to spend $500-$2000 on this. Does any one have suggestions for where I can look? I've looked on Etsy and found some beautiful antique bands but I'm unsure about how to evaluate the condition and quality over the internet. Anyone who would like to post their sapphire beauties for inspiration, please do, and any advice for where to shop is also appreciated.
Thank you!

I am so sorry about the loss of your grandmother. It's sweet that you want to remember her this way.
I just sent several bands to Erica at Love Affair Diamonds for consignment, including a French cut sapphire eternity from Single Stone, so you might want to check with her. Also, Grace at Jewels by Grace often has sapphire bands as well.

 

[lavieenviolet078]

Here's my one that I got from CvB. You can see the difference between Montana sapphire (in the band) and Ceylon sapphire (the center stone in the 3 stone).

Yvonne Raley can also do sapphire eternity bands at a reasonable price.
Here's a ruby one that she did (but she can do sapphire too)
https://www.etsy.com/listing/281835...search_query=eternity&ref=shop_items_search_1
I like her hex settings too
https://www.etsy.com/listing/500854...search_query=eternity&ref=shop_items_search_7

Some other PSers have bought colored eternity bands from Zina on Etsy, you can take a look at:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ZinaFineJewelry?section_id=16089858

Diamonds by Lauren is a PS vendor and although they specialize in fancy colored diamonds, they also have colored gems and do custom projects. David can probably make what you're looking for. Here's an example of a sapphire ring from DBL : http://www.diamondsbylauren.com/ind...rilliant-blue-sapphire-and-diamond-ring-r6776

Thank you for these suggestions. Yvonne's pieces are stunning.

 

[lavieenviolet078]

That stone is gorgeous!

 

[lavieenviolet078]

I am so sorry about the loss of your grandmother. It's sweet that you want to remember her this way.
I just sent several bands to Erica at Love Affair Diamonds for consignment, including a French cut sapphire eternity from Single Stone, so you might want to check with her. Also, Grace at Jewels by Grace often has sapphire bands as well.

Thank you! I do follow both of them on Instagram so I'll check out their offerings.

 

[lavieenviolet078]

I also located this vendor on Etsy, has anyone purchased from their shop before?
https://www.etsy.com/listing/560105507/sapphire-eternity-band-princess-cut?ref=shop_home_active_14

The price is sort of low which makes me hesitate but they do have many good reviews.

 

[marcy]

This is a semi-custom Danielle from Whiteflash. I had them use 3mm diamonds and sapphires.

 

[freezing_in_MO]

What a sweet idea for remembering your grandmother. My band has cobalt spinel and gray diamonds. I’m posting since you mentioned you are looking for royal blue.

 

[chatoyancy]

What a sweet idea for remembering your grandmother. My band has cobalt spinel and gray diamonds. I’m posting since you mentioned you are looking for royal blue.

I just love every picture you posted!

 

[freezing_in_MO]

You are very kind. Thank you!

I just love every picture you posted!

 

[autumngems]

Alternating diamonds and sapphires, getting read y to list on Loupetroop

 

[lavieenviolet078]

Wow, love that band, Marcy! The color of your stones is exactly like what I am looking for!

freezing_in_MO, absolutely gorgeous ring. I love everything about the setting and the color is

 

[lavieenviolet078]

Alternating diamonds and sapphires, getting read y to list on Loupetroop

Very pretty. I have't checked out Loupetroop before, I'll take a look on there.

 

[Vesper]

Op, I just wanted to say that I think your idea is so incredibly sweet and lovely. I I have a necklace that I wear to remind me of my grandma and, it's amazing how much something like that can pick you up throughout the day. Sending hugs.

 

[lavieenviolet078]

Op, I just wanted to say that I think your idea is so incredibly sweet and lovely. I I have a necklace that I wear to remind me of my grandma and, it's amazing how much something like that can pick you up throughout the day. Sending hugs.

Thank you so much for your kind words. It definitely is amazing, and I'm glad you have something to remember your grandmother by.

 

[chatoyancy]

You are very kind. Thank you!

You’re welcome!

 

[lavieenviolet078]

Thanks everyone for your pictures and advice! I just wanted to provide a quick update on my search. A couple of weeks ago I found this antique sapphire band from a shop on Etsy. It is 14k white gold and .6 carats of natural sapphire. It is a 1/2 size too big which is good because I may stack it with some other bands on my right hand Please excuse my scratched up hands- I have a 5mo old kitten who sometimes likes to pounce my sleeves.

 

[foxinsox]

That’s a lovely blue - I’m glad you found something so pretty

 

[Acinom]

Congrats! And thanks for coming back to show this beauty.

 

[springerspaniel]

Absolutely beautiful find!

 

[Stone Hunter]

Congrats! Enjoy wearing it! I love the sentiment behind the ring.

 

[lavieenviolet078]

Thanks everyone! I am glad too.