Tip of the Day: Choosing a Gemstone Engagement Ring – Tip 12 – Avoiding Diamonds Altogether

22. September 2016 · Comments Off on Tip of the Day: Choosing a Gemstone Engagement Ring – Tip 12 – Avoiding Diamonds Altogether · Categories: Aquamarine, Gemstone Engagement Rings, Sapphire · Tags: , , , ,

Tip #12- Avoiding Diamonds Altogether:

Solitaire Sapphire Engagement Ring

We have many customers who, for a variety of reasons, are not interested in having diamonds in their engagement rings. Some just don’t want the look of diamonds and in those cases, a solitaire ring is the best choice. A solitaire ring doesn’t have to be boring either. You can consider a ring style with a more ornate or engraved band. Or go bold with a wider band that has a bezel set gemstone at the center. Bezel setting is a great option if you have a very active lifestyle and want to protect the gemstone. You could even consider a ‘solitaire’ ring that incorporates both of your birthstones. Solitaire rings can be done with any shape gemstone. Princess, round and oval are the most popular as solitaires, but don’t overlook marquise, heart, emerald and radiant cut stones as well.

Aquamarine and White Sapphire Ring

Diamond Engagement Ring Alternative: Aquamarine and White Sapphire Engagement Ring Set found at MyJewelrySource.com

Another way to avoid diamonds is the substitute the diamonds in the ring you like with white sapphires or synthetic stones like cubic zirconia. These stones will give you the look of diamonds. MyJewelrySource offers a few gemstone engagement rings that are solitaire rings and some additional past present future engagement rings done with gemstones and white sapphires.

Aquamarine Rings from Delicate to Dramatic

14. January 2016 · Comments Off on Aquamarine Rings from Delicate to Dramatic · Categories: Aquamarine, Gemstones · Tags:
Vintage Style 1.11 ctw Princess Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Ring in 14k white gold

Delicate Princess Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Ring from MyJewelrySource

Whether you are looking for a delicate and elegant aquamarine ring or one with a certain boldness and flair, MyJewelrySource offers some unique and appealing designs. Two of our favorite rings that are petite in nature are our princess cut aquamarine and princess cut diamond ring, GR-1081 (pictured right), and our oval cut aquamarine and oval diamond ring, GR-1059. These rings have beautiful filigree detail and milgrain edging which give them an heirloom quality. They are reminiscent of vintage and antique style aquamarine rings from a hundred years ago.

Vintage Inspired 2.45 ctw Cushion Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Wide Band Ring

Cushion Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Wide Band Ring from MyJewelrySource

If you prefer more of a statement style ring, our cushion cut aquamarine wide band ring is a great choice. This ring features a fine quality genuine 8mm cushion cut aquamarine which we have custom cut for the ring. The band is adorned with fully faceted round white diamonds and milgrain edging has been added as an accent. Two larger diamonds are highlighted with bezels on each side. This aquamarine ring has a nice comfortable gram weight, and it is also finished beautifully with an undergallery so it will feel smooth on the finger. Not only is this a great signature ring, we think it would be amazing as an engagement ring as well. We are now offering a matching diamond wedding band to go with the ring.

Tip of the Day: Choosing a Gemstone Engagement Ring – Tip 7 – Hues of Blue

19. November 2015 · Comments Off on Tip of the Day: Choosing a Gemstone Engagement Ring – Tip 7 – Hues of Blue · Categories: Aquamarine, Blue Zircon, Gemstone Engagement Rings, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Uncategorized · Tags: , , ,

Tip #7- Hues of Blue: Blue is a soothing color and a symbol of commitment. It is a constant in our lives, from the color of the sky to the color of the ocean.


1.50 ctw Princess Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14k

1.50 ctw Princess Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring from MyJewelrySource


Sapphires are the best choice for many reasons (including their superior hardness and range of colors) for a blue gemstone engagement ring. Other options include tanzanite, which also had purple tones, and aquamarine, a lighter, softer shade of blue, has been the focal point of many outstanding engagement rings we have created. If she likes sky blue or turquoise blue, don’t overlook blue topaz engagement rings and blue zircon engagement rings.

2.30 ctw Blue Zircon and Diamond Ring in 14k white gold

12.30 ctw Blue Zircon and Diamond Ring from MyJewelrySource


Did you know that blue zircon is one of the most sparkly gemstones? With a refractive index similar to that of a diamond, it is a brilliant beautiful stone. Blue zircon and Swiss blue topaz often look very similar. The highest quality of blue zircon has a color saturation that blue topaz does not have. Both are reminiscent of a gorgeous bright blue sky, or of the Caribbean sea.
 
Sapphires too can be very sparkly; this is particularly true of sapphires with Ceylon origin. At MyJewelrySource, we primarily offer Ceylon sapphire engagement rings for that very reason. Ceylon sapphires are found in a wide range of blue shades from periwinkle to cornflower to cobalt and royal blue. Sapphires from other locations like Africa or Thailand are also quite beautiful and generally have a richer, darker tone.

3.05 ctw Pear Shape Tanzanite and Diamond Ring in 14k

3.05 ctw Pear Shape Tanzanite Ring from MyJewelrySource


Tanzanite is found in only one location in the world, Tanzania, Africa. It is an exceptional bluish purple gemstone and is often found in large sizes. Lower quality material often is more of a lavender color, which is actually quite pretty. The lighter colors are more affordable and often times set in silver rather than precious gold or platinum.

Affordability:

Blue topaz is the most affordable of the blue gemstones with blue zircon following as a close second. Fine quality aquamarine, particularly the prized Santa Maria aquamarine, is very rare and is priced accordingly. Some qualities and colors of blue sapphire are very affordable especially in sizes of 1 carat or smaller. Fine, vivid cornflower blue Ceylon sapphires are among the most expensive, which reflects the rarity and the quality of the gem.


2.55 ctw Round Aquamarine and Diamond Ring in 14k

3.05 ctw Pear Shape Tanzanite Ring from MyJewelrySource

Tip of the Day: Choosing a Gemstone Engagement Ring – Tip 2 – Choosing the Perfect Color

18. November 2015 · Comments Off on Tip of the Day: Choosing a Gemstone Engagement Ring – Tip 2 – Choosing the Perfect Color · Categories: Aquamarine, Gemstone Engagement Rings
3.85 ctw Blue Zircon and Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k white gold

An example of an aquamarine engagement ring set. Aquamarine is the birthstone for march and symbolizes happiness and everlasting youth.

Tip #2- Choosing the Perfect Color: Gemstones come in every color of the rainbow and as mentioned in Tip #1, there are many ways to choose a color that you would like as a gemstone engagement ring such as birthstones, etc. As a general guideline, if she wants a soft subtle color, try aquamarine, green amethyst, citrine, yellow sapphire or light pink sapphire. For a bold, primary color look, try blue sapphire, ruby or emerald. Jewel tones would include amethyst, ruby, blue sapphire, green tourmaline and orange sapphire.