The sapphire gemstone is a rare and valuable stone often used as an alternative to the diamond gemstone. With a bevy of color hues, the sapphire is an intriguing gemstone that has a rich history of value and appreciation. Ancient cultures used sapphires in alchemy and religious rituals, while prominent figures like Helen of Troy, King Solomon, and Marco Polo boasted bold, ostentatious sapphires on their person as a symbol of wealth and prosperity.
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Styling Your Sapphire
In our previous post, we discussed the quality of sapphires and how to determine a nice-looking main stone. The basic idea is you want to make sure the sapphire has the right color vibrancy you are looking for. There is really no true ideal for sapphire and no strict standardization of quality grading as there is with diamonds. The beauty of the stone will depend on your specific taste since there are so many variations! With that being said, once you have an idea that you would like a sapphire it is time to start thinking about setting designs. At Lauren B we are known for customizing rings and featuring a sapphire center is a sure bet for a unique and elegant look. Continue reading
All About Sapphires
Sapphires have once again become an increasingly popular center stone choice for engagement rings and even right hand rings. At Lauren B we love the look of these colorful stones which add a lot of character to an otherwise ordinary ring. To give you some context, sapphires are a precious gem stone along with rubies, emeralds, and diamonds. Sapphire which mineral make up is Corundum is a very hard, durable, and stable stone making it suitable for everyday wear; they have a hardness of nine on the Mohs scale whereas diamonds are a rated as 10. S Continue reading