Mid-century Retro 18K Three-Section GIA Ceylon Sri Lanka No Heat Sapphire Old Mine Diamond Greek Key Mesh Link Bracelet
This exceptional three-section Greek Key mesh-link bracelet, set with Ceylon no-heat sapphires and old mine-cut diamonds in buttery 18K gold, is the undisputed highlight of our summer European trip—and a piece I quietly held back in my personal collection until now.
The design carries a distinctly retro, mid-century sensibility, yet it is set with gemstones and diamonds that are over a century old, creating a rare and compelling contrast between era and material.
At the center are three vivid royal-blue oval old-cut sapphires—lively, deeply saturated stones of the kind that collectors prize: richly colored yet never overly dark. Two randomly selected sapphires have been recently certified by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA Report Number 6237660952) as Ceylon (Sri Lanka) origin with no heat treatment.
The center sapphire displays natural inclusions—classic “fingerprints” characteristic of untreated sapphires—while the two flanking stones are exceptionally clean, an uncommon and highly desirable combination.
As many of you know, unheated sapphires alone fall within the top ~1% of all sapphires. When paired with a Sri Lankan (Ceylon) origin, the rarity, quality, and value increase significantly. In today’s market, sapphires from Kashmir, Burma (Myanmar), and Ceylon command substantial premiums due to their scarcity and enduring reputation for exceptional color and quality.
While depth cannot be measured due to the bracelet’s construction, based on length, width, and cut, the three sapphires are conservatively estimated at a minimum of approximately 1.6 ct, 1.9 ct, and 1.6 ct, respectively.
Surrounding the sapphires are approximately 3.0 total carats of chunky old mine-cut diamonds, adding extraordinary sparkle, dimension, and texture to the fluid mesh design 💎
Details:
• Three-section Greek Key décor: 2¼" x 11/16"
• Wrist size: 6.75"–7"
• Band width: 7/16"
• Metal: 18k. Unmarked but professionally tested.
• Weight: 42.98 grams of substantial 18k gold
• Condition: Excellent, with minor wear consistent with age
• Note: The bracelet may have originally featured two additional Greek Key sections that were later removed. No safety chain.
*The listing is for the 18K sapphire diamond greek key decor mesh link bracelet only. Other items shown in photos or video are for demonstration purposes and are not included in the sale.
*Due to the value of this item
-Price reflects a domestic shipping cost of $180, which includes tracking, signature and insurance.
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