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Diamonds are undoubtedly one of the most popular gemstones, perhaps the most popular, but this does not mean that they are the only options available as a central gemstone for engagement, in fact, in recent years more and more couples are choosing to accept what Diamond alternatives have to offer.
Gemstones and colored gemstones can be unique and personalized statements in themselves, they also harbor traditions that give them a much deeper symbolic touch.
Maybe you need to be inspired by some beautiful alternative models that are much more affordable than a diamond, let us help you with that.
There are many reasons why a couple might prefer an alternative to the classic diamond ring, maybe the main one is the price and maybe also trying to get out of the norm.
Many characteristics that make a diamond unique are not even visible to the untrained eye, so choosing the right gemstone becomes a complicated process. Also, with diamonds being the most common engagement gemstone, many brides may not feel that their statement really stands out among the rest.
All of these considerations end up diverting attention to rings without center diamonds, which present a more fun, affordable and customizable proposition. Not to mention that, by choosing the right model, these rings will stand up to everyday wear as well as any classic model.
There are a few considerations regarding diamond alternative engagement rings. Primarily the hardness of the gemstone and the color balance in the design that allows the bride to wear her beautiful jewelry in as many settings as possible.
With this in mind, we would like to introduce you to our favorite diamond alternatives in the engagement rings section.
Blue Sapphires are considered one of the gems of royalty, for centuries, many important figures wore these beautiful gems as a central element in their engagement rings.
The beautiful luster of a blue sapphire, its striking hue and its strength (9 on the Mohs scale) make it a great choice as an engagement gemstone. As for its meaning, the Blue Sapphire symbolizes loyalty and honesty, values that are undoubtedly very important in a relationship that is expected to last forever.
Before the diamond reached today's popularity, the sapphire took its place.
Yellow Sapphire is one of the many shades that corundum is available in. The beautiful golden reflections of this gemstone when hit by light are reminiscent of a beautiful sunset, while its crystalline structure leaves plenty of room to admire its beautiful internal patterns, making it a brilliant and attractive alternative.
The durability of this beautiful gemstone, second only to diamond (and Moissanites) give it excellent durability and one of the top spots as a candidate for engagement rings.
Yellow Sapphire symbolizes intelligence and abundance.
Rubies are gems that have been valued and coveted for generations thanks to their intense crimson color that has been associated since ancient times as a symbol of passion, love and desire. These characteristics make ruby gemstones excellent center stones for engagement rings.
Its level of durability positions it as one of the most resistant models on the market, which is an advantage, as this gemstone seems to take on more charm and beauty in vintage settings.
Emeralds are precious gems that carry an intricate history in the jewelry world. They are one of the few gems to sport such a distinctive deep green color and are harder to come by than you might think.
For many years, Western royal jewelry was completely dominated by the use of emeralds as a focal point in design and of course, as an engagement gem.
Although its hardness is not the best (7.5 - 8 Mohs) its beauty positions it as one of the 4 true precious gems, along with diamond, sapphire and ruby
Citrine is one of the rarest semi-precious gemstones that can exist and is a rare variation of quartz. Although its hardness places it in the 7 Mohs range, it is a great alternative for an engagement ring with minimal care.
Because it is an affordable alternative, it is possible to maximize the investment in larger pieces that create truly dazzling statements.
The beautiful patterns and intense color of Citrine is said to harbor large amounts of positive energy.
Tourmaline is a gemstone that has been used since ancient times as a healing gemstone. Its intense color and durability (7 - 7.5 Mohs) make it a great alternative for an engagement gemstone.
A green tourmaline of good color is a quite rare and beautiful specimen, which will allow the bride to highlight her proposal with great ease and elegance.
When it comes to imitators of the diamond image, there are other alternatives that disguise the appearance much better such as Moissanites, colorless topaz, colorless sapphire and Cubic Zirconias. All appreciated more for their value compared to diamonds than for their beauty.
In this sense, "the best alternative to diamond" for an engagement gemstone is only the one that fits your particular tastes.
Remember that there are no rules or impositions when it comes to wearing your own jewelry.
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