Gold and sapphire marquise ring “Margaret”

Description

Lovely marquise ring from the 19th century in 14-carat gold set with a 0.45 carats shuttle-cut sapphire (or marquise-cut), haloed with an openwork gold frame. A delicate and refined piece that combines the elongated shape of the marquise ring with the elongated cut of the stone, a blue sapphire with a hint of green.
Size FR 53 / UK M1/2 / US 6
Weight: 1.83g
14 ct gold hallmark
This unique piece had a previous life in the UK.

The story: The Greeks already knew about sapphire in 480 BC, which they imported from Sri Lanka, hence the fame of the “Ceylon Sapphires”. Since then, many cultures have adopted it, such as the Catholic Church, for whom the celestial color of sapphire represents a closeness to the kingdom of God. In Asia, Buddhists dedicate the stone to the gods, a guide in meditation and a bringer of peace and happiness. Sapphire is also known to be the stone of the natives of the month of September.