The Colors and Shapes of Blue Sapphire

06. January 2016 · Comments Off on The Colors and Shapes of Blue Sapphire · Categories: Gemstones 101, Sapphire · Tags:
Oval Ceylon Blue Sapphire Solitaire Ring in 14k yellow gold

Fine quality oval Ceylon sapphire in a 14k yellow gold solitaire ring setting

The blue sapphire rings we offer come in a range of sapphire colors and shapes. Some of our favorites are the classic solitaire or past present future styles like  GR-5654 (pictured on right), GR-5656 and GR-5678. GR-5654 features a gorgeous intense cornflower blue Ceylon sapphire in a substantial yellow gold mounting. The warmth of the yellow gold complements the sapphire’s hue. Our GR-5678 has a lighter blue Ceylon sapphire in a cushion cut. This particular gem is very lively and is set with fine quality trillion diamonds in platinum.

If you’re looking for a more unique shape, we have a spectacular heart shape Ceylon sapphire in a vintage styled semi mount. Our GR-5218 also has a matching band for those looking for engagement ring. We also love our band style ring, BR-100. Featuring a large and hard to find 8.2mm cushion cut light blue sapphire, this impressive design is made to be worn and enjoyed daily. The setting has a low profile and the wider band (nearly 8mm) sits comfortably on the finger.

3.63 ctw Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Wide Band Ring

8.2mm cushion cut light cornflower blue Ceylon sapphire in wide band ring setting

For those looking for a darker tone in sapphires, we have two elegant emerald cut designs, GR-5677 and GR-5761, and a dazzling round diamond halo setting, GR-5785. One emerald cut design is done with a vintage style setting with engraving and milgrain edging. The faceting of the sapphire is completed by the baguette diamonds that flank each side. The other is done with a trio of round diamonds on either side of the sapphire for a more traditional look. Sapphires look amazing by themselves but there’s something about a diamond halo design that brings it to another level. Our GR-5785 features a wonderful rich blue 7.8mm round sapphire framed by a ring of diamonds. The contrast between the fine quality diamonds and the intensity of the sapphire is quite striking.

Tip of the Day: Choosing a Gemstone Engagement Ring – Tip 13 – Consider Gemstone Hardness

19. November 2015 · Comments Off on Tip of the Day: Choosing a Gemstone Engagement Ring – Tip 13 – Consider Gemstone Hardness · Categories: Gemstone Engagement Rings, Sapphire, Uncategorized · Tags: ,

Tip #13– Considering Gemstone Hardness:

Another characteristic of gemstones that should be considered when selecting the right one for a gemstone engagement ring is the hardness of the gem. The Moh’s scale is a hardness scale that characterizes the scratch resistance of a gemstone by the ability of that gemstone to scratch another gemstone. All gemstones are given a rating on a scale from 1 to 10. 10 is the hardest and only a diamond has a rating of 10. Believe it or not, the only thing that can scratch a diamond is another diamond.

2.21 ctw Unheated Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14k

Beautiful example of a unheated/untreated sapphire engagement ring set from MyJewelrySource

Sapphires and rubies are the hardest gemstones with a Moh’s scale rating of 9 and so they do make excellent choices for an engagement ring, particularly if she has a very active lifestyle. The next hardest gemstones are blue topaz and aquamarine. Emeralds rate a 7.5 to 8 on the scale and are notably softer than their precious counterparts, ruby and sapphire. Some of the most popular gemstones are rated between a 6.5 and 7.5 on the Moh’s scale. These include amethyst, blue zircon, citrine, garnet, iolite, peridot, tanzanite and tourmaline. If you are concerned about the hardness (or lack thereof) of a gemstone that you would like in an engagement ring, there are a couple of things you can do to compensate for that hardness. Choosing rings with bezel or semi bezel set center stones is a great option for softer stones. The bezel helps to protect the stone from sudden impact and scratches. You can also look for a gemstone engagement ring with a lower profile. Rings that sit closer to the finger and rings that do not sit up high will also generally be a better choice for a softer gemstone.

Unique 1.24 ctw Trillion Amethyst and Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k white gold

Example of Amethyst Engagement Ring set.

Tip of the Day: Choosing a Gemstone Engagement Ring – Tip 11 – Colored Diamond Look-Alikes

19. November 2015 · Comments Off on Tip of the Day: Choosing a Gemstone Engagement Ring – Tip 11 – Colored Diamond Look-Alikes · Categories: Gemstone Engagement Rings, Sapphire · Tags: , ,
2.51 ctw Round Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14k white gold

Yellow Diamond Alternative: A Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring from MyJewelrySource

Tip #11- Looking like a Diamond-Alternatives: If her first choice for an engagement ring is a diamond, but you just don’t have the budget for this option, did you know that there are a few gemstones which have the colors of diamonds? A white diamond, the most common color for diamond, can be substituted with white zircon, white sapphire or white topaz.

The best way to get the yellow diamond ring look for a fraction of the cost is to choose a yellow sapphire ring. You may know that yellow diamonds come in many shades of yellow from the light banana to fancier and more vivid colors like bright golden lemon yellow. MyJewelrySource has a fabulous selection of yellow sapphire rings that very closely replicate the gorgeous yellow diamond.

Exquisite 7.61 ctw Untreated Light Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14k

Pink Diamond Alternative: A Untreated Light Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring from MyJewelrySource

Pink diamonds are one of the rarest of diamonds. Often with a hint of lavender or peach, pink diamonds have been a favorite of celebrities and can very closely be simulated with light pink sapphires and light pink tourmalines. Light pink sapphires are very hard to find but MyJewelrySource does have a gorgeous selection of about a half dozen light pink sapphire engagement rings. Each of our light pink sapphires is carefully hand selected for its amazing resemblance to a pink diamond.

2.18 ctw Blue Zircon and Diamond Ring in 14k

Blue Diamond Alternative: A Blue Zircon and Diamond Ring from MyJewelrySource

If you are interested in the color of a blue diamond, please take a look at our blue zircon rings. Not only does the color of blue zircon look like that of a blue diamond but it also sparkles like a diamond too. This is due to the high refractive index of the gemstone. Not all gemstones have high refractive indexes and that is one characteristic that contributes to sparkle and brilliance.

Tip of the Day: Choosing a Gemstone Engagement Ring – Tip 10 – Peach Sensations

19. November 2015 · Comments Off on Tip of the Day: Choosing a Gemstone Engagement Ring – Tip 10 – Peach Sensations · Categories: Gemstone Engagement Rings, Sapphire · Tags: ,
2.05 ctw Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14k white gold

Example of Padparadscha Sapphire Ring from MyJewelrySource

Tip #10- Peach Sensations: Peach gemstones include morganite and the prestigious padparadscha sapphire. Morganite is generally a light peach or light pink color. The padparadscha sapphire has an exquisite combination of peach and pink, just like the lotus blossom, from which it gets its name. Padparadscha sapphires are extremely rare, more rare than any other color sapphire. The shade of peachy-pink can vary from lighter to vivid. Lower quality padparadscha can be found with brownish tones. At MyJewelrySource, we strive to always offer at least one or two padparadscha sapphire rings for the lady who truly wants a special one of a kind ring.

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