Did you know?
A. Untreated sapphires make up less than 1% of gems available on the market.
B. Sapphires and Rubies are the same gemstone
C. Sapphire is the second hardest natural mineral after diamond to be used in jewelry making.
D. Sapphires come in almost any color imaginable and best of which is colorless (White)
Sapphire the Real_Diamond Alternative
Who are we?
OgilvieGems (Pty) Ltd, South Africa's premier hand crafter of fine jewelry, founded Sapphire South Africa based on the need for a more affordable range of colorless long lasting durable diamond alternatives. Although Sapphire is known for its exceptional color variation, the greatest need in South Africa was durable affordable Engagement Rings that stood the test of time!
By simply choosing the perfect size, shape, and cut of your sapphire, pairing it with your desired design, you will see your dream become a reality.
Why choose us?
Based on 45 reviews
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Cazley Solomons
2020-07-21T07:11:52+0000
Tip top designs with unique features, excellent customer service, Def recommend them to anyone that's willing to blow... they brains out with beautyread more
Yoland Foster
2020-07-21T07:05:21+0000
Amazing work & customer service ππ. The whole process of working with them was really awesome.
Lambert Van Den Heever
2020-07-05T12:46:10+0000
Alan en sy span is baie professioneel en lewer puik dies met perfekte gehalte/kwaliteit juwele!Dankie vir die... asemrowende ring wat julle vir my verloofde EstΓ© gemaak het.Dankie vir die geduld en raad deur die hele proses van die ontwerp tot die eind-produk.Julle het dit baie maklikker vir haar gemaak om ja te se!Ek sal enige tyd mense na julle verwys.Dankie.read more
Michelle Hammond
2020-06-17T07:46:01+0000
Beautiful work, helped and guided my fiance through the entire process to create my beautiful personalised ring.
Monica van der Linde
2020-06-16T06:38:40+0000
Breathtakingly beautiful, perfectly made... a special weekend started with the most beautiful personalized ring I have... ever seen!!! Always dreamed of wearing one of Ogilvie's rings!read more
Deon Retief
2020-06-16T06:37:18+0000
was an absolute joy working with them, was kept informed throughout and stayed to time frame as promised.#beautiful... workread more
Thabo Swanepoel
2020-06-06T13:50:09+0000
πgreat experience woring with them!! designed a beautiful ring that blew my mind!! very professional, communication... was great and kept me up to date with the progress with the ring! l'd recommend them for qnyone who is looking foe the most amazing rings ever!!!ππread more
SimonΓ© Grobler
2020-06-01T17:16:30+0000
Such wonderful and prompt service. Helped my fiancè with a ring that takes my breath away everytime I look at it!
Azandi van Dyk
2020-05-12T14:11:31+0000
Ek is super mal oor my ring! Ek het vir my verloofde Dian Senekal Γ± foto van die ring gestuur wat ek graag eendag sal... wil hΓͺ en Alan het die ring presie gemaak soos die foto! Hy is super vriendelik en baie hulpvaardig. Sy werk is 100% reg! Baie dankie Ogilvie Gems vir Die mooiste ring ooit. Job well done.read more
Ignat Crous
2020-04-05T07:04:02+0000
Most professional service by far. Alan assisted me to design the perfect ring for my fiancΓ©. I described the ring I... had in mind and he came back with a mind blowing design. Thank you Alan. Will recommend you to anyone.read more
Zandelie Coetzer
2020-01-04T06:49:03+0000
Can't stop looking at my beautiful custom made handcrafted diamond ring by Ogilvie. Quality assured, professional... handcrafted and genuine and shiny diamonds!read more
Monique Henn
2019-12-29T18:08:52+0000
I am sooooo inlove with my gorgeous and unique engagement ring!!!π It is something out of this world. The engraving... and birthstones of me and my fiancΓ© was a huge surprise and something totally different! thank you soooo much again for all the effort. I will recommend you to anyone and everyone and will defnitely use your services in the future!!!πread more
Renier NaudΓ©
2019-12-27T13:26:25+0000
Highly recommend them. They updated about the process frequently.Their quality and craftmanship is the best.
Zani Bence
2019-12-26T17:58:41+0000
From the start - he knew exactly what we wanted. It was a pleasure leaving this task in his capable hands.
Adriaan Duvenage
2019-12-26T17:58:35+0000
Alan was amazing to work with. Truly walks the extra mile.
MornΓ© van der Merwe
2019-12-17T08:57:02+0000
Great service and support my experience was just amazing thank you. 10/10
Yolande Du Preez
2019-12-17T06:38:45+0000
Breathtaking- is all I have to say!!I LOVE LOVE LOVE my ringπ Alan, thank you for going above and beyond to make... sure that it is exactly what we envisioned! I am a proud and greatful ownerπ€ To my fiance, Jan, thank you for an exceptional day- I cannot wait to be your wife for lifeβ€πread more
Jan Beumer
2019-12-17T05:46:07+0000
Working with Ogilvie Gems was an absolute honour!Alan was extremely helpful, professional and very forthcoming from... the first consultation up untill the day I collected the ring.YolandΓ©, my fiancΓ©, is absolutely in love with the ring and it was exactly how she imagined it to be!Alan created THE most amazing 5-Stone engagement ring for YolandΓ©, and in my opinion, the most beautiful ring I have seen! Awesome people, awesome jewellery!read more
Elanie Joubert
2019-12-10T07:54:20+0000
I have always admired the rings posted by OgilvieGems and dreamed of one day having one at least half as beautiful.... Today I am the proud owner of the most beautiful, stunning and perfect ring I could ever imagine!!! My fiance Tiaan Putter cannot stop talking about the wonderful people Alan and his family are, how he guided him through the entire design process and constantly updated him on everything. We can truly say that OgilvieGems is not just in it to make money. They really really want to see people happy and go out of their way to help make it happen. Once again, thank you so much!!πππread more
Tatiana LΓΌbbe
2019-12-04T13:19:48+0000
I absolutely love my ring from Ogilviegems β€ Alan is a consummate professional and pours his heart out into his work.... He captured my fiance's design perfectly and I will treasure my ring forever. Thank you so much!read more
Corlia Fischer
2019-11-14T08:45:53+0000
Ogilvie really managed to capture our relationship in the ring. The fine detail and effort that I can see that went... into making my ring is great! I love my ring, showing it off to everyone! Thanks Ogilvie!read more
Maryke Fourie
2019-10-14T07:02:50+0000
Thank you so much for my amazing ring, you did an outstanding job!! Would give you 10 stars if I could π₯°
Carla de Ridder
2019-10-08T13:31:02+0000
Stunning ring. Couldn't be happier. The ring looks amazing and the effort that was put in to the finer details is... awesome. Thank you!read more
Chanel Mynhardt
2019-10-03T07:36:42+0000
I am inlove with my ring! It definitely Exceeded my expectations πππ₯Thank you!!
Edward Gant
2019-09-30T18:50:53+0000
Designing this ring with Alan was simple and he had so much information to give and guidance in choosing the right ring... and design and it was an absolute blast during the whole process! you are the best Alan! thanks again for everythingread more
Isabel Trepado-Ferreira
2019-09-30T17:56:36+0000
Thank you for helping my fiancΓ© design my incredible ring! ππ I LOVE IT!! I was absolutely blown away when my... fiancΓ© proposed - I never expected nor imagined to ever have such an amazing and unique ring! again Iβm so in love with it!π₯read more
Kamogelo M Ratale
2019-09-30T17:55:43+0000
the professionalism and personal touch is what makes their service great....my fiance found their constant updates-vids... and pics. very refreshing and it was at no extra cost. the final product is astounding. I love my ring.read more
Colin Maher
2019-09-20T17:34:20+0000
Absoluetly the best!!! The service, quality and after sales...you wont beat it. Thank you for helping us make the best... memories...read more
Kevin Joubert
2019-09-10T13:30:03+0000
Thank you for a great experience from beginning to end.Itβs not only another customer for you guys but a personal... journey.Thank you!#Awsomeread more
Janine Neff ONeil
2019-07-22T19:15:12+0000
Alan is amazing. Explained all the options and designs. Gave his professional input. From the design in colour then... keeping me up to date through the process and even a video of the final look -my completed ring was mailed to me. Cant wait to get it. ππSo excited.I will recommend Ogilvie to anyone. I am so impressed. And I did get a few quotes. Nothing came close to OgilvieGems prices. π€read more
Dylan Booth
2019-07-20T17:59:48+0000
From the start, the service has been phenomenal! Alan kept me up to date every step of the way.The quality of the ring... is incredible. We are so happy that we made the right decision with Ogilvie Gems.read more
Peter Hardwick
2019-05-28T06:48:13+0000
The best experience ever. Could not have asked for a more helpful and professional service!! 10/10 for sure.
Daniel Klynsmith
2019-05-10T04:44:14+0000
Initially I approached several Jewelers, but none like OgilvieGems. Alan made my experience so personal from day one,... not only interested in my design, but also in myself and my soon to be forever partner.I came to Alan with a clear idea of what I want in my mind, but not so clear on paperπ. Somehow he managed to interpret exactly what I wanted and turned my design to a reality.The detail on the end product was so intricate and stunning. Thanks OgilvieGems for the great effort, you guys made my FiancΓ© a happy women and in return, myself a happy man!read more
Lauren Meehan
2019-04-26T07:24:01+0000
OgilivieGems are incredible souls!! They are patient, understanding, kind, caring and exceed any dream and hopes you... have in a ring!! Pictures of the rings often donβt show the excellence and time taken in each individual ring. Iβm so grateful and proud to be wearing a ring made by them β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈread more
Ryno Maass
2019-04-22T09:13:54+0000
they kept me updated with every step in making the ring. the end result was simply amazing and very professional... service! highly recommend them.read more
Angelique Deetlefs
2019-04-01T17:57:35+0000
Excellent service. Beyond friendly people. Going the extra mile to make everything perfect. The attention to detail is... excellent the professional help and advise very good. Thank you thank you thank youread more
Crystal Debbie De Jager
2019-03-31T11:40:58+0000
Aside from Alan being such a warm genuinely amazing person. You see all the love and care that goes into the pieces... they make. My engagement rings were absolutely beautiful and my new fiance has only amazing things to say about the process they took him through to get the rings. Will definitely be supporting them due to their personal touch they add.πππIf you want timeless beautiful designs of amazing quality you have to get them from Ogilvie. My rate- The absolute best 1000/100read more
Tara Heath
2019-03-24T18:37:02+0000
Adore my ring from OgilvieGems. It is so beautiful, exquisite! Delicate details captured perfectly.
Chris Cilliers
2019-03-24T18:35:26+0000
Alan is an absolute professional and genuine guy I had a blast working with him and couldn't have asked for a better... result. The ring truly is a once off and a work of art.I highly recommend his services, he even came to the rescue in the middle of my friends wedding to pick up the pieces when another jeweler dropped my friend a week before his wedding.read more
Andre Venter
2019-03-24T07:07:16+0000
Absolutely excellent friendly service.You wonβt find rings like this somewhere else. Best quality ever! Thanks Alan... πread more
Liezel Le Roux
2019-02-21T15:03:03+0000
Couldn't ask for a more perfect ring! Thank you Alan and team. the best man for the job Iβm very happy with my ring i... only get wonderful comments Thank you!! Liezel and Zackread more
Wojtek Sokolowski
2019-01-18T12:12:10+0000
I'd like to thank Alan and his team for the excellent work that they did to make our engagement ring. From the first... meeting at our place to the final hand over of the ring he was always professional, caring, and committed to producing a work of art. I would recommend his services to anyone I know. Well done Alan, you are going to go far.read more
Dylan Bennie
2019-01-09T07:49:57+0000
the service provide by alan and his professionalism was amazing !! the ring came out exactly how I had imagined and it... looked better than I could have asked for!!! will definitely recommend ogilvie to every person I know !!read more
Kayla ten Oever
2019-01-07T06:00:23+0000
My ring is more beautiful than I could ever have imagined π. I love it, thank you!
Pamela Viviers
2019-01-04T07:16:18+0000
I am so inlove with my ring!! it's perfect!! I cannot stop looking at it and the fact it came from you all makes it... even better!! I am so happy with the service and how perfect ylthe ring is especially with the engraving!!cant thank you all enough for the wonderful job that was done!read more
Lisa Maher
2019-01-04T07:14:40+0000
Couldn't have dreamt of a more perfect ring! Thank you Alan and team. Never stop doing what you do. Amazing and perfect... is all I can say. Colin said you were by the far the best man for the job. Thank you!! Much love Lisa and Colinread more
Inge Mostert
2018-12-20T14:22:14+0000
I am absolutely in love with my engagement ring!! It is so much more than I have ever imagined it to be! Thank you so... much for making a dream come true!πππread more
Lindi Brits Esterhuizen
2018-12-06T10:56:38+0000
Absolutely in LoVe with my ring β€οΈ So beautiful and perfect. The ring of my dreams. And a real special touch with... the birth stones and with a twist in it. My heart definitely skipped a lot of beats when my fiancΓ© opened the box.read more
Francois Esterhuizen
2018-12-05T10:29:11+0000
I am completely satisfied with the service and quality received from Ogilvie Gems. All enquiries and updates were... answered and given very expeditiously. Without meeting Alan face to face as I am based in Cape Town, everything was handled with ease by phone calls and email updates. The ring was delivered at my door in the promised time frame. Highly recommend!read more
Engela van Loggrenberg
2018-12-03T20:25:52+0000
The most exquisite engagement ring I have ever seen! I am absolutely in awe of all the detail they managed to put into... the design. Thank you for making me a timeless ring that represents and perfectly captures our love story!read more
Nicky Schrijvershof
2018-12-03T13:01:41+0000
amazing service and awesome products. definitely recommended
Hanneke Jacobs
2018-11-19T18:40:54+0000
My fiancΓ© took the chance to work with a company in Pretoria, while we live in Cape Town. The great service and... friendly staff made this experience absolutely amazing, and we would definitely recommend Ogilvie.Thank you to everyone involved in creating my masterpiece - Iβm absolutely in love with my engagement ring.read more
Meliza Boshoff
2018-11-13T05:43:09+0000
It's beautiful and made with love.. Outstanding aftersales service!
Michael John
2018-10-17T11:40:14+0000
The most AmAzing jewellery fitted to your heart's desires. Exceptional service with one of the most down to earth guys... I've ever met. A pleasant experience leading to such a magical event in your life. Thank you Duncan!read more
Reinard KrΓΌger
2018-10-08T10:53:01+0000
AWESOME SERVICE!! We were absolutely astonished by the level of professionalism and passionate service. Making contact... is easy, staying in contact even easier and getting constant and clear feedback all the way made us SUPER HAPPY!!! Thank you!! I would recommend OgilvieGems to anyone looking for service excellence and top quality custom work!!read more
Mitchell Pereira
2018-10-03T08:46:52+0000
Absolutely stunning ring, everything I wanted and more. Very professional and goes the extra mile to make sure you are... happy with your choice and helps you understand everything involved from the first consult. And also helps you understand your options and gives you the correct advise. I would highly recommend them.read more
Zandie Bann Kok
2018-09-05T06:13:28+0000
Thank you so much Alan. My ring is one of a kind and exactly what I wanted. I absolutely love it π awesome journey... and exceptional service.read more
Marna Kruger
2018-08-20T09:38:24+0000
I can't explain how amazed I am with the detail and how perfectly my ring came out. It is EXACTLY what I wanted! The... ring was designed from the pictures my FiancΓ© sent and it came out so beautiful. PERFECTION! I am very impressed! Thank you OgilvieGemsread more
Juan-Pierre du Plooy
2018-07-30T18:58:17+0000
Exceptional, amazing, quality, perfection! There are no words to actually describe the most amazing service ever. From... the first whatsapp message to getting the ring delivered in person. Thank you Alan for the fantastic service you offered me and for making my dream and my fiancΓ© dream ring become a reality. The quality of workmanship throughout the whole process was exceptional. You guys really are one if not the best at what you do and i will always refer people to you.read more
Andrea van Zyl
2018-07-17T08:57:39+0000
Thank you very much for my ring. It is absolutely beautiful. Love everything about it. If I catch myself i staring at... it.οΏ½οΏ½οΏ½read more
Monique Janse van Rensburg
2018-07-17T08:44:39+0000
Exceptional!!!! Overwhelmed by your work en the love you have for 'love' and what you do. Couriered all the way to the... Western Cape under 24 hours. May you be blessed!! Love is truely your job description.read more
Monique Badenhorst
2018-07-17T05:36:15+0000
Can i just say - Amazing !! My engagement ring is absolutely breathtaking, It has so much detail to it, and it is... just perfect ! Exactly what i wanted, OgilvieGems custom made my perfect ring!! Thank you for creating such an amazing ring . I would stronglyrecommend you to any and everybody i know !! Outstanding work !!!!read more
Varaidzo Nyakunika - Mwanandimai
2018-07-06T18:23:07+0000
I can never ever ever thank you guys enough !! My ring is gorgeous!! I stare at it all day everyday!! I didnβt even... know you were in contact with my fiancΓ©. When I found out about all the hard work that you guys put in, my heart was in awe! I love the engraving. I love the how the ring sits on my finger and how breathtaking it is!! Letβs not even mention the rock and how stunning it Is !! Itβs a masterpiece!! I could never be happier. Thank you for making my dream come true !! Iβm truly the happiest girl in the world !!read more
Johnco van der Linde
2018-07-01T19:22:22+0000
We felt like royalty while working with Alan from Ogilvie Gems to create my fiance's Engagement ring and Wedding band.... Communication was a breeze and the service was top notch. I appreciated the quick feedback and tips with regards to our custom designs and taste. He really went out of his way. This guy is truly passionate about what he does and it shows in the wonderful service he provides.I would recommend OgilvieGems hands down!read more
Andries Daniel Butzbach
2018-06-26T12:40:52+0000
I am extraordinarily happy with the result and the service received. Thank you very, very much for this incredible... experience and thank you for creating the most beautiful rings ever!read more
Marco Visser
2018-06-05T08:46:59+0000
They are such warm hearted, welcoming people who strive to deliver nothing but the best service and product. I highly... highly recommend them for their custom rings etc. Amazing quality.read more
Anri Beetge
2018-05-26T06:21:35+0000
Today marks 1 month of being engaged to the best person on the planet! I still canβt believe it happened and how it... happened... Thanks to OgilvieGems everything was perfect! I couldnβt ask for a more elegant, stylished and perfect ring! Customed made and designed just for me... I have no words! It is everything I wanted and more! Thank you for giving me my forever jewel and exceeding my expectations.. πβ₯οΈread more
JomarlΓ© Putter
2018-05-13T17:41:05+0000
Absolutely amazing team and amazing customer care. Thank you for making the whole process effortless! After the... experience at Ogilvie it feels like weβve become friends. Nothing was ever too much trouble and I never once felt like βjust a numberβ. Thank you! Not even to mention to masterpiece that came out of it οΏ½!read more
Isabel Bosman
2018-05-06T16:34:17+0000
An absolute pleasure to work with OgilvieGems! Thank you for your dilligence and integrity. My ring looks absolutely... brilliant. Pread more
Jacqui Potgieter
2018-05-03T07:22:57+0000
I just got my ring and I am flawed. Itβs gorgeous. It is exactly what I wanted. Thank you so very much. I wil highly... recommend you to anyone who needs jewelry. I am beyond happy - thrilled!read more
Bernhardt Beetge
2018-04-27T15:48:31+0000
I would recommend Ogilvie Gems to everyone. Outstanding craftmanship and attention to detail. Thank you for helping me... get the perfect ring!read more
Nemalini Tsai
2018-04-26T12:00:43+0000
From the first email Alan and his team have provided exceptional service. The communication and level of involvement in... the entire process of creating your special piece of jewelry is impeccable. I absolutely love my eternity ring. Thank you so much for the love, care and craftsmanship that has gone into my one of a kind piece. I would highly recommend OgilvieGems to anyone looking for more than just a ring.read more
Dean Geldenhuys
2018-03-23T09:58:02+0000
From the First email to the moment she said "YES" - OgilvieGems went out of there way to assist. All the way out of... Spain the Ring was ordered and i was kept up to date about everything. Even with a deadline over new years the Ogilvie Team made it happen. Thanks guys.P.S, i still catch her staring and smiling at her ring.read more
Natasha Gous Nieuwoudt
2018-02-20T18:08:29+0000
Love, love, love my ring! You went above and beyond, excellent service and amazing craftsmanship
Eduard Bosman
2018-02-17T05:21:40+0000
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I cannot praise the impeccable service that OgilvieGems provides enough. Your eager... determination to assist me from our first meeting to picking up our gorgeous engagement ring was truly heart warming. The craftsmenship is excellent with great attention to detail. Thank you once again!read more
Wessel Jw Neuhoff
2018-01-08T08:48:49+0000
Thanks OgilvieGems for everything. The service was excellent from the first time I contacted you. Thanks for a truly... beautiful design and for constantly ensuring everything went even better than I expected.read more
Chieh Ger
2018-01-03T12:28:16+0000
Thank you for the excellent work. My fiance loves her ring. Very helpful and professional service. Keep up the awesome... work!read more
Handri Nel
2017-12-20T06:23:07+0000
Thank you for my wonderful ring and the amazing service! The little portrait of the ring was a very sweet and personal... touch οΏ½read more
Wilma Loggenberg
2017-11-18T14:14:07+0000
I love my ring, your work is absolutley fantasticWe have defintely found our custom made hand crafted most favourite... jeweler Thank You sooooooooo much!!!!! ππ°πΌπread more
Morne Basson
2017-11-18T09:57:28+0000
Thank you soooo much for your kindness, professionalism, help, great service and most of all your amazing work. I love... the way you do business - trustworthy with integrity - you kept me in the loop all the time and over delivered. Thank you so much.read more
Why Sapphire?
As one of the βbig fourβ Gems (diamond, rubies, emeralds and sapphire), Sapphire and Diamond are the only βdurableβ gems that come in a colorless variety making sapphire the ideal diamond alternative. Oh and did we mention sapphire comes in at a fraction of the cost.
Diamond vs Sapphire?
Are diamonds or sapphires better?
Which one is best for you?
What are the differences and why should you care?
