For those who are shopping for engagement rings and want an alternative to diamonds, sapphire engagement rings may be the perfect option. These gems are very durable and stand up to daily wear very similar to the diamond. Unlike a diamond, the sapphire is usually more reasonably priced providing an opportunity to get a much larger stone or to combine diamonds and sapphires for a very unique engagement ring.
The Sapphire
Many people think of a rich, deep blue when they hear the word sapphire. While blue is certainly the most common color for sapphire engagement rings, the sapphire actually comes in a range of colors.
There are clear sapphires, which are certainly not common, as well as pink, orange-pink, yellow and green. There is also a very rare naturally occurring kind of sapphire that actually changes color in different light. They are usually blue in sunlight and then turn to green, gray, pink or red to violet when seen under artificial light sources. There is also a star sapphire, which is typically a lighter blue with a white 6 pointed star shape or asterism across the top of the stone. There is a rare 12 point star as well, which is a double asterism in the gemstone.
Choosing a Sapphire
Once you select the color you like, you will then want to choose the actual gemstone. Look for a central stone in sapphire engagement rings that is bright and lively and shows no visible inclusions or flaws. The color should be consistent across the gem and it should not appear inky or cloudy, unless you are considering the star sapphire.
Adding Diamonds
While solitaire styles of sapphire engagement rings are beautiful, the gem is often surrounded by two or more diamonds in the setting. Pave settings that encircle the sapphire and the band are very popular and highlight the rich color of the central gem. This style is known as the halo ring and can be very modern or classic in design.
Choosing from sapphire engagement rings is very similar to shopping for any style of engagement ring. You can customize the design, including selecting your own gemstone, which makes this a very unique engagement ring option.
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