NEW YORK, Jan. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- The Natural Sapphire Company was contacted on January 9th by a gentleman from the United Kingdom who was inquiring about an extremely fine blue sapphire. The unidentified caller specifically questioned if the sapphire would be fit for 'a royal engagement.'
The caller specifically enquired about having a mounting made in the 'Princess Diana engagement ring design.' Pictures of the late princess' ring were faxed from a blocked number in the UK. The fax included specific details of the sapphire engagement ring Princess Diana received.
No official transaction transpired, but wire payment instructions were requested and a 6.02ct antique cushion cut blue sapphire was put on hold.
When questioned if the recipient would be of 'royal descent' the caller insisted that it would be a potentially very important ring in England.
Princess Diana was engaged with a blue sapphire ring. The famous design of 'The Princess Diana Ring' was forever an iconic design in the jewelry world. Blue sapphire rings are now used as engagement rings 2nd to diamonds. Michael Arnstein, Executive Director of The Natural Sapphire Company comments, "We have all heard of the publicity surrounding the rumors of Prince William and Kate Middleton, we would be honored to help see the tradition continue in the royal family."
The Natural Sapphire Company is a 70 year old gem cutting company that specializes in only the finest sapphires. Sapphires have grown in popularity as non-diamond alternatives for engagement rings in recent years. The most popular sapphires are blue, but sapphires are found in all colors including the popular pink, yellow and the rarest color called a 'padparadscha' a pinkish-orange tone.
The Natural Sapphire Company
