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An 18ct Yellow Gold and Palladium Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring ~ Circa 1985

 

There are jewels that simply glow with nostalgia, and this sumptuous 18 carat yellow gold and palladium ring is one of them. With its deep midnight‑blue sapphire framed by a double halo of glittering diamonds, it immediately calls to mind the iconic engagement ring worn first by Princess Diana and now by the Princess of Wales, Catherine. The style was at the height of fashion from the mid‑1980s through to the early 1990s, and this piece sits beautifully within that vintage moment—romantic, regal, and unmistakably elegant.

 

Stamped “750” for buttery 18ct gold and “PALL” for palladium, the ring has also undergone XRF analysis by a qualified independent gemmologist, confirming its precious metal content. Palladium, being naturally bright and strong, ensures the diamonds sit in a crisp, icy brilliant setting that enhances their fire.

 

✧ A sapphire fit for a princess

The central sapphire is a wonderfully dark, velvety blue—exactly the sort of tone that looks magnificent with absolutely everything. Blues, blacks, greens, creams, reds… there isn’t a colour in your wardrobe that won’t be elevated by this stone. 

 

✧ A double halo of diamonds

Two concentric halos of bright, lively natural diamonds surround the sapphire, creating a dazzling display of light. It’s the sort of sparkle that will have you feeling every bit as radiant as Princess Kate herself.

 

✧ Why this ring is so special

  • Timeless styling inspired by one of the most famous rings in modern history

  • Exceptional craftsmanship in buttery 18ct gold with a palladium setting

  • A universally flattering sapphire that complements everything

  • A lifetime piece—classic enough to wear forever, distinctive enough to feel truly personal

  • UK size O, and easily resizable

 

This is a ring that doesn’t simply accessorise; it transforms. Slip it on and it lends a quiet shimmer of grace, glamour, and fairytale romance to every gesture. Its beauty is the kind that endures - not just through seasons, but through lifetimes. This ring will become a story in itself, woven into your history and perhaps becoming a whispering shimmer of light between generations, a jewel spoken of with affection and admiration whether it was chosen for you or chosen by you. Its radiance is destined to be cherished and celebrated long into the future.

18 Carat Gold & Palladium Sapphire and Diamond Double Halo Ring

SKU: 0194
$4,495.00Price
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