Early 18th Century Natural Sapphire Enamel Ring portuguese long guard chains adorned the

long guard chains adorned the fashionable women of society

the shaped elongated box is lined in eggplant purple silk and velvet with a push in clasp

A partial circle is engraved with a checkerboard

Sherry topaz possesses hues of brown to brownish yellow

and even the setting make a huge impact

Early 18th Century Natural Sapphire Enamel Ring portuguese long guard chains adorned theSuch a treasure to find an early 18th century natural sapphire ring and better yet, still with its black enamel and intricate patterned shoulders and sides. A natural, no heat, pale cornflower blue sapphire rests within a deep bezel. In 18k gold, the perimeter is adorned with hollowed out arches filled with inky black opaque enamel. A few still have tiny dots of white enamel (a favored design of the times). Down each shoulder and side, four separated