The Extraordinary Amethyst Gemstone Engagement Ring
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Amethyst is a derivative of quartz. Its purple coloring can range from light shades of purple to deep hues of purple. This unique color is caused by iron inflections in the stone itself. The deeper the shade of purple, the more valuable the stone is generally considered to be. Amethyst can also be located in colors of blue or pink. Due to its popularity, the stone is now commonly being mass produced in a synthetic form. Amethyst engagement rings are becoming increasingly popular among betrothed couples due to its symbolism.
In Greco Roman times, the stone symbolized the protection of an individual against addictions. In other cultures, it was considered to be a symbol of purity or spirituality. In Asian cultures, the stone is considered to have many healing physical characteristics. It is also the birth stone for the month of February.
Amethyst engagement rings were highly popular during the Victorian period in England. Their popularity experienced resurgence in the United States in the 1920’s during the Art Deco movement. In more recent times, it is commonly featured as the center stone in an engagement ring or promise ring. It may be encircled or complemented by the use of diamonds or other gemstones. The most common cuts for this type of stone include ovals and heart shapes; however, an amethyst engagement ring may be cut in the same forms that a diamond is available in. Although the popularity of this stone in engagement rings has increased within the last decade, many retailers offer a limited selection of amethyst jewelry. In order to ensure that a couple obtains what they are looking for, they may wish to purchase a loose stone and have it cut and placed in a setting of their choosing.
The expense of an amethyst rings will be based upon the size of the gemstone, the setting it is placed in, and other gemstones that are used in its design. Although the engagement ring will be more expensive if it is custom ordered, the cost of this type of ring generally does not exceed $1,000.00. An amethyst engagement ring is an affordable and durable investment for a couple who is looking for an alternative to the traditional diamond engagement ring. Its symbolism and vibrant coloring may be the perfect alternative for a couple that is looking for something slightly out of the ordinary.
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Up for sale is this unique amethyst ring. The ring is set with a natural AAA vivid-purple amethyst and accented with fine white diamonds. The ring is made of solid 14k white gold. The ring is available in all sizes including 1/2 and 1/4 sizes.
Price: $479.00
The Gemstone You’ve Never Heard Of: Tsavorite Engagement Rings
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Chances are – you’ve never heard of a tsavorite, in fact – you probably aren’t even able to pronounce it correctly! Well the tsavroite is a modern gemstone, discovered about 50 years ago ! Although it’s a relative unknown in the layman’s world – the stone is absolutely gorgeous. It is comparable in color to the emerald, and perhaps even more brilliant. If you are in the market for a diamond center stone with green gemstone side-pieces, a tsavorite is definitely the affordable alternative to the emerald.
Tourmaline Engagement Rings for the Unique Bride to Be
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The tourmaline gemstone is not on the radar for the average person. When I say “gemstone” you likely have visions of rubies, emeralds and sapphires – and you come up clueless at the mention of the tourmaline stone. The tourmaline stone is quite unique and often regarded as one of the most colorful stones because it is found in so many colors, naturally. Depending on where it’s mined, you’ll find tourmaline in black, pink, green and “paraiba”. If you’re looking for a colored gemstone as the center stone for your gemstone engagement ring, but don’t want the typical sapphire or ruby – read on for information about the tourmaline.
Gemstone Engagement Rings: Try a Yellow Sapphire Center Stone
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Yellow gemstones are not nearly as popular as others like blue sapphires, red rubies or green emeralds but as soon to be engaged couples look to be unique in their choice of engagement rings, other colored stones are being considered. Although most widely known for it’s beautiful blue hue, sapphire’s are also available in a remarkable yellow color. Sapphires in general, are valuable stones – coming second only to diamonds in stone hardness. A yellow sapphire is a very unique option as a center stone to your engagement ring.
Trend Alert: Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Rings
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Similar to the fashion industry, the jewelry industry is heavily influenced by Hollywood celebrities, starlets and socialites. When we see our favorite celeb wearing a butterfly necklace, without a doubt – sales of butterfly necklaces and pendants sky-rocket the next day! Gemstones as center stones in engagement ringshas been trending in popularity with Hollywood A-listers and royalty, particularly as they become more socially conscious to things like conflict diamonds. Sapphire engagement rings became very popular when Prince Charles proposed to Prince Di – now, several decades later – the gemstone engagement ring as proven to be more than just a “fad”. Sapphire and diamond engagement rings are amongst the most popular of all gemstone combinations.
The Understated Beauty of an Amethyst Engagement Ring
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If you favor purple as a color like I do, then you likely have amethyst gemstone jewelry in your collection. Perhaps a ring, bracelet, and a pendant or two – but let me tell you, I really like the idea of an amethyst engagement ring as well. One of the things that I really appreciate about the amethyst stone is the wide variety of purples available. Amethyst hits just about every hue on the purple color wheel, from a pale lavender that looks almost pink in color to a deep royal purple. An amethyst engagement ring with a diamond wedding band is one of the prettiest combinations that I’ve seen.
Your Friends will be Green With Envy over Your Emerald Engagement Ring!
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An emerald gemstone is one of the most brilliant, mesmerizing stones – only coming second to a diamond perhaps. It’s dark green hue is eye capturing and the stone itself is very valuable. However part of the value in an emerald is found in it’s color, clarity, cut and carat size; with color being the most important of the four. An emerald gemstone engagement ring flanked by diamonds on both sides is absolutely gorgeous. Continue reading for a brief history on the stone
The Topaz Gemstone Engagement Ring as a Sapphire Alternative
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The topaz gemstone is often underestimated as a center stone for a gemstone enagement ring. When looking for a blue gemstone engagement ring, it makes sense that most will immediately think of the sapphire stone, but a topaz is just as vibrant, comes in a variety of hues and is suprisingly more affordable than it’s counterpart – the sapphire. Where sapphire sits on the darker end of the blue spectrum, topaz is more of a sea-blue, though the “mystic topaz” is multi-colored. Continue reading for more information on the topaz gemstone
Make a Statement with an Opal Gemstone Engagement Ring!
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The opal engagement ring is one of the most unique of all gemstone engagement ring possibilities. The birthstone for October, the opal once one thought to have magical qualities. The stone is known for it’s color changing, an opal can go from a iridescent white to pinkish blue in a matter of hours. This makes an opal gemstone engagement ring extremely unique, when combined with diamonds – it is truly a sight to see! Continue reading for more information on the opal.
Peridot Gemstones Make for an Affordable Engagement Ring!
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An engagement ring symbolizes your love and committment to a life together, but there is nothing in the rule books that states that one most spend a small fortune on an engagement ring. The diamond industry has undoubtedly exploited engagements marriage for their benefit , but fortunately many people are starting to “see the light” on the issue. Many couples are opting for gemstone enagement rings instead of the more traditional diamond center stone. If you’re looking for a green gemstone engagement ring, but an emerald is still outside of your budget, then consider a peridot engagement ring. Continue reading for more information on this gemstone ….
