Victorian Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold Boat Ring

This late Victorian ring features three cushion cut sapphires totaling approximately 0.45 carat, interspersed with two old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.12 carat in total. The stones are set flush within an 18 karat yellow gold band, engraved with delicate foliate detail and bearing full British hallmarks.

Known as a “boat ring” for its smooth, elongated form that resembles the hull of a ship, this design was a quintessential choice in late 19th century Britain. The flush setting allowed the gemstones to sit securely within the surface of the gold, offering both beauty and practicality for daily wear. Sapphires were often chosen for their symbolism of loyalty and enduring affection, making such rings popular gifts between loved ones.

By the 1890s, jewelry design began to favor cleaner lines and restrained elegance, bridging the ornate romanticism of mid-Victorian taste with the refined simplicity that would come to define the Edwardian era. This ring captures that transition with subtle charm and timeless craftsmanship.

US ring size 6.75, cannot be resized.