Sapphire Engagement Rings: What You Need To Know

Is there any blue gemstone as enchanting and alluring as sapphire? While you may find many other blue stones, none of them sings to your soul the way the intense hue of sapphires does. No wonder why sapphire jewelry is so sought-after. If you are looking for the perfect engagement ring, why not make the occasion extra special with a sapphire engagement ring? Let us together explore the fascinating world of sapphires and learn more about this stunning gemstone.

Sapphire Gemstone

As I already mentioned, of all the blue stones, blue sapphires are the most favored and prized gemstones. They belong to the Corundum mineral family and have an incredible Mohs hardness rating of 9.

Did you know that sapphire also comes in colors other than blue? Yellow, white, purple, orange, green, and peach are some other hues known as fancy sapphires.

Sapphire: The September Birthstone

Along with moonstone, sapphire is also the birthstone for September and the ideal stone for people with the zodiac sign Virgo. It is a gemstone with many symbolic associations and can be worn by anyone born in September. 

What Does A Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring Symbolize?

An engagement ring is more than a piece of jewelry; it also has symbolic associations. A sapphire engagement ring stands for honesty, sincerity, and commitment. It brings good fortune to the couple and keeps their relationship strong, blessed, and healthy.

Among the different colored sapphire rings, a blue sapphire engagement rings expresses a distinct sense of personal flair. Not every woman desires a diamond ring. Some prefer having a unique engagement rings with a pop of color. So, what's better than a blue sapphire to stand out from others?

Sapphire Ring And Its Romantic Connections

Blue sapphire has become a popular gemstone choice for engagement rings. But did you know that this intense-colored gemstone has long been a favored stone of royalty and other notable people? 

Kate Middlestone's 12-carat oval blue Ceylon sapphires rings is, without a doubt, a beautiful sapphire engagement ring that is quite popular at the moment. This ring is an iconic piece of jewelry, as it once belonged to Prince William's late mother, Princess Diana.

But that's not the only instance that makes sapphires so popular. How can I not mention the famous "You and Me" ring style that Napoleon used to propose to his future bride Josephine? It featured an inverted pear-cut 1ct sapphire as well as an upright pear-cut 1ct diamond.

If you too have set your heart on getting an engagement rings featuring sapphire, here's what you need to look for!

Things To Look For In A Sapphire Engagement Ring

It is essential to take into account the 4 Cs— color, cut, clarity, and carat weight— when purchasing a gemstone. The most prized aspect of blue sapphire, however, is its color. Let's learn more about the four Cs.

Color

When one talks about sapphires, we instantly think of a beautiful blue stone. After all, the natural blue hue is the most noticeable aspect of this gemstone. The quality of sapphire will increase as it gets closer to a true blue hue, which also increases its price accordingly. 

Moreover, the hues of blue sapphire can vary from bright blue to a darker shade of blue that has a tinge of green and purple. But keep in mind that the sapphire loses value as the optical intensity of green and purple traces increases.

Tone and saturation are two elements that might influence the color of a sapphire stone. Tone defines the sapphire's blue hue's lightness or darkness. A sapphire may seem washed out and less alluring in a lighter tone, whereas a tone that's too dark may obscure the blue hue. The ideal tone for sapphire gemstone will fall somewhere in the middle of the light and dark spectrum. 

And when it comes to saturation, the best sapphires typically have rich, constant, vibrant colors devoid of brown or gray patches. 

Royal blue, also called cornflower blue, is the ideal shade of sapphire if you are considering engagement rings with sapphire.

Cut

The most ideal way to bring out sapphire's best features and show off the stone's brilliance and shine is by cutting it symmetrically.

While there is no specific 'best' cut for this gemstone, round, cushion, and emerald are the most popular cuts. You can always pick one that suits your preference and that of your fiancé.

Clarity

Believe it or not, it is incredibly rare to discover a perfect and inclusion-free blue sapphire, as all sapphires have inclusions known as rutile needles. Additionally, most sapphires undergo heat treatment to enhance their color and clarity. 

Carat Weight

Blue sapphires are available in a variety of carat weights. However, if you compare sapphires to diamonds, note that sapphires will appear slightly smaller than diamonds as the former is heavier than the latter.

Parting Thoughts

A sapphire engagement ring is more than a piece of beautiful jewelry. It also symbolizes love, commitment, permanence, and fidelity in relationships. So, what's the wait for? Go and get yours today at GemsNY!

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