Choosing a violet sapphire is a statement of boldness and rarity.
This colour symbolises creativity, spirituality and the nobility of feeling.
It speaks to those who want an engagement ring that truly reflects their personality — strong, assured and full of character.

Each violet sapphire has its own intensity — from a luminous pink-violet to a deep violet with blue undertones — making every piece entirely unique.

The violet of a sapphire can take on an infinite range of hues, depending on its composition and origin:

• Pink-violet: delicate, luminous and deeply feminine.
• Fuchsia violet: vibrant and thoroughly modern.
• Intense violet: deep, velvety and a hallmark of elegance.
• Blue-violet: rare and coveted, with exceptional depth.

At Bonnot Paris, we favour saturated, luminous violet sapphires — often with a subtle blue nuance — for their balance and extraordinary brilliance.
These are rare stones, selected one by one and withdrawn from the market as soon as they are found.

The most sought-after violet sapphires come primarily from Sri Lanka and Madagascar.
These deposits yield stones of balanced colour and incomparable natural brilliance.

Unheated violet sapphires are extraordinarily rare — far more so than diamonds.
Their colour is entirely natural, making them highly coveted by collectors and fine jewellers alike.

Through its selection office in Beruwala, Sri Lanka, Bonnot Paris gains access to the rarest violet sapphires as soon as they appear on the market.
This local presence ensures an immediate and exclusive choice of the finest stones, well before they reach the international trade.

Our selection criteria are strict:

• Stones that are high clean, free of visible inclusions.
• Uniform, saturated colour.
• Subtle blue undertones prized for their depth.
• Optimal cut, ensuring a perfect balance between brilliance and colour.

Every violet sapphire engagement ring by Bonnot Paris is the result of meticulous gemstone research.

The violet sapphire inspires bold and elegant creations:

• Violet sapphire solitaire: for a pure, contemporary look.
• Diamond halo: a luminous contrast that accentuates the depth of the violet.
• Three-stone: a harmonious composition blending violet and white diamonds.
• High jewellery creations: artistic forms, coloured accents and bespoke designs.

Violet sapphire pairs beautifully with a range of metals:

• Rose gold: softens the reflections and enhances the rosy nuances.
• White gold or platinum: modernises the violet and reveals its blue tones.
• Yellow gold: an original contrast, more radiant and expressive.

Each combination creates a different balance: romantic, graphic or bold.

The violet sapphire remains an exceptional stone whose value depends primarily on colour intensity and treatment status (heated or unheated).

Type of violet sapphire: Heated / Unheated / Exceptional unheated

Average carat weight: 1.5 ct / approx. 1.5 ct / 2 ct+

Estimated cost of the complete piece*: approx. ≈ 4,000 to 5,000 € / ≈ 7,000 to 9,000 € / > 10,000 €, depending on saturation and origin

*Indicative prices for 18-carat gold settings with diamond paving.

The violet sapphire is a stone of soul and intuition.
It symbolises creativity, wisdom and inner transformation.
In an engagement ring, it expresses a love that is profound, inspiring and sincere — a union of minds as much as of hearts.

Bonnot Paris guides you through the creation of your bespoke violet sapphire engagement ring, built around your ideal stone.
Each gemstone is hand-selected for its colour, clarity and unique light.
Our gemologists in Sri Lanka and Paris oversee the selection and production of an exceptional piece.

Book an appointment in Paris to begin creating the jewel of your dreams.