Whether it’s for someone who has a birthday in September, someone who is celebrating their forty-fifth wedding anniversary, or someone who just likes the look of the stone, sapphire rings can make the perfect gift for women of all ages. While most people think of sapphire rings as having a blue stone, the sapphire can actually be many colors, depending on the mineral content in the stone. Sapphires are some of the most desirable of precious stones, not only because of their rarity, but also because of their rainbow of color choices.
Sapphire rings come in many types. The type of ring that is chosen will govern not only the style of the entire ring, but also often the size of the stone in the setting. The antique style sapphire ring is typically highly stylized, including intricately carved designs around the setting and on the band itself. The setting on this type of ring is typically very substantial, and the stone tends to be set very high above the band.
Sapphire rings can also be used as wedding rings and tend to be very simple in their design. These bands can either be limited to sapphire stones only, or can be combined with diamonds, in order to match the engagement ring. Often, sapphire stones placed in wedding bands are done in a “channel” cut, meaning that the stones are recessed into the band of the ring. This allows the ring to be worn in nearly any situation, with little worry of losing a stone. The bands on these rings are generally made to match the engagement ring, to be a complete set. A sapphire eternity ring is another type of sapphire ring, typically used in wedding bands. The stones are channel set, and extend around the entirety of the ring. This symbolizes the everlasting love of the couple, and their unbroken covenant with God.
Sapphire engagement rings are typically mixed with a diamond in the setting. This can be a more traditional setting than solely sapphire rings. This classical look often has a very substantial setting, and is often set high above the band of the ring allowing the maximum amount of light possible to enter from the bottom of the ring to show off the many facets of the sapphire and diamond stones.
By far the most expensive of all sapphires is the star sapphire. Their price is a result of their extreme rarity. The luminescent star in their center is caused by inclusions, tiny imperfections in the heart of the stone. These inclusions must intersect at precisely the right angle in order to form the correct pattern. In the highest quality stones, this results in a perfect six-pointed star set into the center of the stone.
Sapphire rings are some of the most sought-after rings made. Less expensive than diamonds, but nearly as durable, they make a welcome addition to any jewellery box. The many colors they’re available in ensure that they can be worn with nearly any outfit. They come in a dizzying array of styles, which means that they can be worn whether you’re going for a night out with friends, or for a night out with the one you love.
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