Sapphire Jewellery
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Sapphires have been treasured for centuries, and it is easy to understand their enduring appeal. These precious gemstones combine remarkable colour with excellent durability, making sapphires a beautiful choice for jewellery pieces designed to be enjoyed for years to come.
You can learn even more about sapphire gemstones in our guide, here.
Are all sapphires blue?
Blue may be sapphire’s most famous colour, but it is far from the only one. Sapphires can also occur naturally in beautiful shades of pink, yellow, orange, green, purple and even colourless varieties. These non-traditionally coloured sapphires are often known collectively as ‘fancy sapphires’.
There is one notable exception: red. Sapphire and ruby are both varieties of the mineral corundum, but red corundum is classified as ruby rather than sapphire.
What gives a sapphire its colour?
The wonderful variety of sapphire colours is created by trace elements within the gemstone as it forms. Iron and titanium, for example, are associated with sapphire’s characteristic blue, while chromium can produce beautiful pink shades.
These natural variations mean that colour can differ considerably from one sapphire to another, which is part of what makes choosing a gemstone so personal.
Are sapphires heat-treated?
Many sapphires available today have been heat-treated to enhance their natural colour or clarity. Heating is a long-established and widely accepted treatment within the jewellery industry. Untreated sapphires can be considerably rarer, particularly when they display exceptional natural colour and clarity.
Are sapphires suitable for everyday wear?
Sapphire ranks 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it one of the hardest natural gemstones and an excellent choice for jewellery worn regularly. This makes sapphire particularly suitable for rings, such as wedding jewellery, where the stone may be exposed to more everyday wear than it would be in earrings or pendants.
While sapphires are wonderfully durable, no gemstone is indestructible. A little care will help keep your jewellery looking its best.
How should I care for sapphire jewellery?
Warm, soapy water is generally a safe way to clean sapphire jewellery. We also recommend removing fine jewellery before swimming, exercising or using household cleaning products.
If you are unsure how best to look after a particular piece, our team in Chichester will be happy to offer advice on caring for your sapphire jewellery.
Why buy bespoke sapphire jewellery from Timothy Roe Fine Jewellery?
Choosing bespoke sapphire jewellery means you can create something that feels truly personal. Our experienced team of jewellers can guide you through the process, from selecting a sapphire with the colour and character you love to developing a design that complements the stone beautifully.
Our jewellery is crafted at our Chichester workshop, where we combine traditional goldsmithing skills with modern jewellery-making technology. Having our workshop on site allows us to oversee the important stages of creating your piece while maintaining the exceptional standards we expect from every Timothy Roe Fine Jewellery design.
Whether you have a particular idea in mind or simply know that you have fallen in love with sapphires, we offer expert guidance without pressure. Together, we can create a bespoke ring, necklace or other piece of jewellery designed around you, your style and the occasion it represents, from engagements to anniversaries and beyond. Schedule a complimentary consultation with our team to begin the journey to your bespoke sapphire jewellery.