Sapphires come from Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Tanzania, Australia, and Thailand, but don't all look the same. Their origin isn't just a label. It tells you what color you're actually getting.
A Storied Heritage
White gold emerged from a practical problem: wartime restrictions on platinum in the early twentieth century created demand for a visually comparable alternative, and the alloy developed in response has held its place in fine jewelry long after the shortage that prompted it.
Style Notes
The neutral, bright tone of 18kt white gold introduces no color competition to the stones it holds. Colorless diamonds read at full brightness, light-colored sapphires display their actual hue, and any stone where color accuracy is a priority benefits from the clean visual environment the metal provides.