Gemstone Engagement Rings As Alternative to Diamond

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Gemstone Engagement Rings as Alternative to
Diamond
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Introduction

• It is a universal truth that every love is
  different. Just like people, the dynamic that
  evolves between those people is unique. No two
  relationships are meant to look alike. Then why
  must engagement rings?
• Rings have been used to signify the union in holy
  matrimony for ages. But thats about as
  traditional as they need to be. From the vows to
  the dessert menu, everything about your wedding
  needs to be an expression of your love, curated
  to your needs. So dont just settle for a common
  engagement ring without exploring all the
  options.
• While diamonds have established their monopoly as
  the default wedding ring gemstones, there are
  other, very intriguing fish in the sea. Here are
  top gemstone engagement rings as alternative to
  diamond rings.

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Sapphire Engagement Rings

• Blue sapphires have been the muses of many myths.
  The Ancient Persians believed the world was held
  up by a pedestal made of sapphires, the
  reflection of which gave the sky its blue color.
  The ancient Greeks on the other hand associated
  the blue gemstone with Apollo, the Olympian god
  of sun. Many ancient cultures revered blue
  sapphire for their healing properties while
  others upheld it as the stone of destiny.
• Blue sapphires were particularly popular among
  the Royals of Europe and Asia. One of the most
  famous sapphires in history, The Rockefeller
  Sapphire was worn by the American Tycoon J.D
  Rockefellers two wives. He acquired it from the
  Nizam of Hyderabad. Princess Dianas 12 carat
  oval cut ceylon blue sapphire engagement ring has
  remained the most famous engagement ring in
  history.

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Ruby Engagement Rings

• Also known as The King of Gemstones, Ruby has
  dazzling red hues making it a front runner in the
  gem world. The word ruby comes from the latin
  word ruber meaning red. While rubies may be
  limited in terms of color when compared to
  sapphires, The shades of ruby red can vary
  greatly. Ruby grabs extra brownie points for
  being the stone of passion and love. Ruby is also
  supposed to channel powerful energy which brings
  harmony in familial relations.
• According to the 11th century scholar Al-Biruni,
  Ruby holds the the first place in color, beauty
  and rank. Burmese rubies are one of the most
  famous on account of their high quality and vivid
  red color. When it comes to red gemstones, there
  is no parallel to rubies. They have everything it
  takes to be the perfect centre stone in a modern
  engagement ring.

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Emerald Engagement Rings

• Emeralds are timeless as the finest green
  gemstones known to mankind. The exquisite
  gemstones are born of a chemical cocktail made of
  iron, chromium, and vanadium that are mixed in
  the mineral beryl. The variables in color and
  clarity are parameters in assessing an emeralds
  worth. Emeralds are very precious and
  consequently, they cost a pretty penny. 1 carat
  of naturally mined high quality emerald can be
  valued between 1,000 and 3,000.
• Like blue sapphires, Emeralds were also
  patronized by monarchies across the globe. The
  famous Egyptian queen Cleopatra was a known
  connoisseur of emeralds. Coincidentally,
  Hollywood Royalty Elizabeth Taylor who famously
  portrayed Cleopatra is also remembered by her
  memorable emerald necklace. Emeralds rings are
  one of the most suitable diamond alternatives for
  engagement rings.

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Alexandrite Engagement Rings

• If you can't seem to make up your mind between
  ruby and emerald, alexandrite may be right up
  your alley. Alexandrite has the unique ability to
  change colors in different lightings and has been
  described by geologists as emerald by day, ruby
  by night. This chameleon of a gemstone was
  originally unearthed in the Ural mountains in the
  1830s by miners collecting emeralds.
• As the June birthstone, it is in good company
  with pearls. The ability of alexandrite to
  change color in different lightings is symbolic
  of deeper meanings that persist below the surface
  and must be understood. Alexandrites are
  therefore associated with romance and would make
  for an extremely thoughtful choice as the centre
  stone of an engagement ring. They score 8.5 on
  the Mohs scale of hardness, which means they are
  even more durable than emeralds.

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Tanzanite

• Apart from its limited availability, tanzanite is
  also deemed rare for its color. It is one of the
  only trichroic gemstones on the planet. This
  means that the gemstone sports three composite
  colors, namely Blue, purple and reddish brown.
  Typically, the shades of tanzanite can vary from
  a rich cornflower blue to different hues of
  lilac. As the light shifts from cooler to warmer
  tones, the stone displays flashes of deep red.
• No matter how intimate you try to make it,
  planning a wedding can be very expensive. As life
  goes on, added responsibilities of having a
  family only accelerate these expenses. Wouldn't
  it be wonderful then, to choose a ring that is
  not only beautiful and rare but also a financial
  asset. A well thought out investment that you can
  lean on in the years to come? Marriage is a
  commitment and you may want to look at tanzanite
  as a wise way to honor that commitment.

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Summary

• While the aforementioned are my top picks we have
  only scratched the surface. There are several
  other decisions to be made. What ring setting are
  you considering and what shape would you like
  your gemstone to be? At GemsNY, you can create
  your own jewelry with many references guiding you
  along the way. Explore all options as well as
  other gemstones that would make great
  alternatives to diamonds right here.

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Consult GemsNY

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