It features a pear-shaped sapphire and a pear-shaped diamond, each stone close to one carat, set side by side in gold and facing opposite directions as a representation of Napoleon and Joséphine.

This bespoke engagement ring was crafted as a “toi et moi” ring, or “you and me”. One of the first sapphire engagement rings known to make its mark upon history was given by Napoleon Bonaparte to Empress Joséphine in 1796. Sapphires are not only some of the world's most beautiful gemstones, but are also valuable treasures that may elevate and amplify the significance of an engagement ring to reflect the importance of the person to whom it is given engagement rings featuring sapphires have long exemplified what it means to give a unique gift to a special person. In a world of bright diamonds however, sapphires stand out as an excellent choice when designing a custom engagement ring. When most people think of engagement rings, diamonds are the first stone that comes to mind but they are not the only option for the center stone of a bespoke engagement ring.

Sapphire engagement rings