Asscher Cut Art Deco Bezel Set Blue Sapphire Ring in Sterling Silver

Old-world glamour, redrawn in deep royal blue. This Art Deco engagement ring centers an Asscher-cut lab-grown blue sapphire in a sleek bezel, framed by an octagonal halo of bright simulated diamonds and crowned with prong-set accents north and south. The result is a vintage-inspired sapphire ring with bold presence and timeless polish — equally at home as an engagement ring, promise ring, or September birthstone gift for her.

The Asscher cut

The Asscher cut is the signature shape of the Art Deco era: a square step-cut with cropped corners that reads as a soft octagon. Instead of the rapid-fire flash of a brilliant cut, its long parallel facets create a hypnotic “hall of mirrors” — layered windows of light that draw the eye straight into the heart of the stone. On a richly saturated blue sapphire, that step-cut clarity shows off the color with quiet, sophisticated drama. At 7.0 × 7.0 mm and approximately 2.0 carats, this center commands the hand.

The Ceylon-blue sapphire — an honest note

The center stone is a lab-grown sapphire — a real sapphire, identical in chemistry and hardness to a mined stone, simply created in controlled lab conditions for consistent quality and an ethical, conflict-free origin. We describe its color as “Ceylon blue” to capture the vivid, slightly violet royal-blue tone made famous by sapphires from Sri Lanka (historically Ceylon). To be clear: the term here refers to that prized blue hue, not a mined geographic origin. It is the look of a Ceylon sapphire, recreated responsibly.

The accent stones

The halo and the north-south accents are simulated diamonds (cubic zirconia), chosen for their crisp white sparkle against the deep blue. We always name each stone honestly so you know exactly what you are buying. If you would prefer genuine stones in the halo, we can build this same Art Deco design with lab-grown diamond or moissanite accents — just reach out before ordering.

The bezel setting & halo

A bezel setting wraps a slim rim of metal fully around the sapphire, holding it secure while protecting its edges — the most durable, snag-free way to set a center stone, and a perfect match for an everyday engagement ring. Around it, an octagonal halo of micro-set simulated diamonds echoes the stone's shape and amplifies its size and light. Two larger prong-set accents at the top and bottom complete the symmetrical, geometric Art Deco silhouette.

Vintage Art Deco style

Everything about this ring nods to the 1920s and 30s: the step cut, the bezel, the octagonal framing, the clean symmetry. Art Deco design has never gone out of fashion because it balances boldness with restraint — striking enough to turn heads, refined enough to wear for a lifetime. It is a look that feels both heirloom-vintage and effortlessly modern.

September birthstone & meaning

Sapphire is September's birthstone, making this an especially meaningful choice for a September birthday or anniversary. For centuries the blue sapphire has symbolized loyalty, wisdom, and faithful love — which is exactly why it remains one of the most cherished stones for engagements and promise rings the world over.

Metal & finish

The ring is crafted in solid 925 sterling silver with a bright rhodium finish — the same precious-metal plating used on white gold — for a crisp, mirror-white shine that lets the sapphire take center stage. The slim band measures approximately 1.7 mm wide for a delicate, vintage feel, and is nickel-free and hypoallergenic. Genuine sterling silver with a rhodium finish will not turn your skin green; that reaction is associated with low-quality or fake metals, not the real sterling silver used here.

Specifications

Care

Sapphire is one of the hardest gemstones there is — a 9 on the Mohs scale, second only to diamond — and the protective bezel makes this design especially well suited to daily wear. To keep it brilliant, clean gently with warm water, a drop of mild soap, and a soft brush, then dry with a lint-free cloth. Store it separately to protect the rhodium finish, and remove it before swimming, harsh cleaning, or heavy manual work.