Iris — 1.6ct Australian Sapphire - 18k Yellow Gold
Iris — A Modern Classic in Australian Blue
Iris is an ode to simplicity, depth, and the quiet power of refined design. At its centre rests a rich royal-blue Australian sapphire from Anakie in the Central Queensland Gemfields — one of the oldest and most storied sapphire deposits on earth. These volcanic plains have been yielding deep blue corundum for millions of years, and their stones have travelled the world since the late 19th century, admired for their durability, colour stability, and unmistakably Australian character.
Cut into an elegant cushion shape, the sapphire holds a depth of colour that reveals itself slowly — flashes of midnight, ink, and twilight blue appear and disappear as the stone moves. This quality is unique to many Anakie sapphires, whose trace-element chemistry produces saturated blues with an almost velvety finish. In ancient mythology, sapphires were believed to grant wisdom, clarity, and divine favour; in more recent history, they became symbols of loyalty and enduring love. Iris carries this legacy with quiet confidence.
The setting is deliberately minimal: four sculpted claws in 18-carat yellow gold rise gently around the stone, allowing the sapphire’s geometry to take full focus. The band, crafted from responsibly sourced Australian gold, is refined and comfortable — a modern silhouette built for everyday wear while retaining the elegance of a future heirloom.
Iris is a ring for those who love purity of form, exceptional natural colour, and the timelessness of Australian gemstones. Understated yet captivating, it embodies strength, simplicity, and the enduring beauty of blue.
Materials
Centre Stone
• 1.60 ct Australian sapphire — Anakie, Queensland
• Colour: dark royal blue
• Cut: cushion
• Dimensions: 7.90 × 5.66 × 3.86 mm
• Treatment: none stated (natural sapphire)
• Origin: responsibly sourced Australian gemstone
Metal
• 18k yellow gold (responsibly sourced Australian gold)
Ring Size
• O
• Resizable (please enquire)
Item ID:ST2504
18k Yellow Gold
Ring size O
Gemstone type: Australian Sapphire
Carat Weight - 1.60ct
Shape: Oval/Cushion
Colour: Royal Blue
Intensity: Intense Deep
Clarity: VS (Very Slightly Included)
Treatment: None
Origin: Rubyvale, Queensland, Australia
Sourcing - Ethical
Sapphire from Rubyvale, Queensland, Australia
Faceted in Thailand
Australian Gold sourced from a Responsible Jewellery Council Member
One tree Planted for every gemstone
For ready-made and bespoke rings we offer a complimentary resize two sizes up or down depending on the design, within the first two weeks of ownership. If the ring to be resized is beyond these specifications, we will be able to provide alternative options for you. Most rings can be resized up to 4 sizes safely.
You can then opt for your ring to be express posted to your preferred destination (fully insured and at no cost) or you can pick it up from our retail store.
Ready to be posted or collected within 2 weeks.
For more details on shipping and delivery here.
