The Flower
Gentiane
An Auvergne sapphire at the heart of a flower of forty diamonds
$7,597
duties & taxes incl.
- Recycled 18k or 14k gold
- Handmade in Saumur, France
Made to order: delivery within 5 weeks in France, 7 weeks internationally
Gentiane is named after a wildflower of the mountain pastures of Auvergne, in central France, the region its sapphire comes from. At its center sits a 0.45-carat Auvergne sapphire, unheated and untreated; around it, an eight-pointed star-shaped head holds a first halo of eight diamonds, then a second of thirty-two.
Designed as an engagement ring, it can also be worn on its own, every day.
- Metal: recycled 18k (750) or 14k (585) gold, yellow, rose or white
- Center stone: Auvergne sapphire, 0.45 ct, unheated, untreated
- Halos: 8 diamonds of 1.8 mm, then 32 diamonds of 0.9 mm, 0.392 ct in total, natural or lab-grown
- Sizes: approximately US 2¼ to 10 (French 42 to 62)
- Craftsmanship: made to order, shaped and set by hand in our workshop in Saumur, France; delivery within 5 weeks in France, 7 weeks internationally
The Auvergne sapphire
Usually small, Auvergne sapphires were carried toward the surface by the volcanic activity of France's Massif Central, then concentrated in river gravels, especially around Le Puy-en-Velay. The one in Gentiane was recovered during an expedition, then cut in Auvergne; unheated and untreated, it keeps its natural color.
On video: sapphire hunting and cutting the sapphire.
Color may vary. Unheated and untreated, each Auvergne sapphire keeps its natural color, somewhere between green, yellow and blue. Every stone is unique: the ring is made subject to the sapphires available in our workshop.
Remove your jewelry before swimming, exercising or applying perfume; clean it with a soft cloth. Our workshop provides care and restoration for all our jewelry.
Materials and Craftsmanship
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- Metal
- Recycled 18k (750) or 14k (585) gold, yellow, rose or white
- Dimensions and weight
- Sizes: US 2¼ to 10 (French 42 to 62)
- Craftsmanship
- Crafted or finished by hand in our workshop in Saumur, France
Care
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A wipe with a microfiber cloth once a week, and a polish once a year.
Shipping
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Each piece is made for your order, handcrafted or hand-finished in our workshop in Saumur, France. In France, it is shipped by La Poste with declared value, to the address given at checkout or the pickup point of your choice, within 5 weeks of your order, making time included; for international delivery, allow 7 weeks. As soon as it ships, you will receive an email with the tracking number. For any question about delivery outside France, write to us.
Returns and Exchanges
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Cancellation, exchange and return terms are set out in our terms of sale. Our jewelry is covered by the two-year legal guarantee of conformity.
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The Story
The name of a flower of Auvergne, a sapphire of Auvergne
Gentiane is named after a wildflower of the mountain pastures of Auvergne, the region its sapphire comes from. Its eight-pointed star-shaped head holds two halos of diamonds and, at the center, a 0.45-carat Auvergne sapphire, unheated and untreated. An engagement ring that can also be worn every day, shaped and set by hand in our workshop in Saumur, France.
The Stone
A sapphire just as Auvergne made it
Filing
The file draws the flower
Soldering
Gold joined in the flame
Polishing
The mount takes on its shine
Setting
Forty diamonds, one sapphire
We did not choose the color of this sapphire: we left it just as Auvergne made it.
The Stones
- Center sapphire
- 0.45 ct · Natural color, between green, yellow and blue · Auvergne, France · Unheated, untreated
- Double halo of diamonds, natural or lab-grown
- 40 stones · 8 of 1.8 mm and 32 of 0.9 mm · 0.392 ct in total
Frequently Asked Questions
What color will my sapphire be?
Unheated and untreated, every Auvergne sapphire keeps its natural color, somewhere between green, yellow and blue. The color of your stone may therefore differ from the photos. Each ring is made subject to the sapphires available in our workshop.
Natural or lab-grown diamonds: what is the difference?
A natural diamond is mined from the earth; a lab-grown diamond is made by people, in a laboratory. Both have the same composition and the same hardness. Both are offered for the halos of Gentiane; the center stone is always a natural Auvergne sapphire.
Can Gentiane be worn every day?
Yes. Designed as an engagement ring, it can also be worn on its own, every day. Remove it before swimming, exercising or applying perfume, and clean it with a soft cloth.
18k (750) or 14k (585) gold: what is the difference?
18k gold (750) contains 75% pure gold; 14k gold (585) contains 58.5%. Gentiane is available in both, in yellow, rose or white gold.
How long does delivery take?
Each piece is made by hand in our workshop in Saumur after you order. Allow 5 weeks for delivery in France and 7 weeks for international delivery, from the date of your order.
How do I find my ring size?
French ring sizes correspond to the circumference of the finger in millimeters. Measure the base of your finger with a strip of paper, ideally at the end of the day, then refer to the size guide on the product page, which gives indicative US and UK equivalents. If in doubt, write to our workshop.
Can I cancel my order or exchange a piece?
Yes. You have 30 days from receipt of your piece to cancel your order or exchange it, under the terms set out in articles 3 and 17 of our terms of sale.
What warranty covers my jewelry?
Our jewelry is covered by the two-year legal guarantee of conformity from delivery, as well as the warranty against hidden defects, under the conditions set out in our terms of sale.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes: we ship to the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the European Union. The price shown includes taxes and, outside the European Union, import duties. Insured delivery is free on orders of €1,000 or more; allow 7 weeks from the date of your order. For any question, write to us.
The Workshop
The Workshop Welcomes You in Saumur
To choose a piece or a size, or to discuss a bespoke creation, the workshop welcomes you by appointment at 44 rue de Rouen in Saumur.
