Why You Should Opt For Colored Gemstones Over Diamonds
What do Kate Middleton, Katy Perry, Megan Fox, and Scarlett Johansson all have in common? Besides being world famous and in the constant limelight, these women were all proposed to with colored gemstone rings. Whether you are considering a Sapphire, Emerald, or Morganite, colored gemstones certainly stand out from the crowd, especially in a world where “diamonds are a girl’s best friend.”
As the symbol of your lifelong commitment to the one you cherish the most, your engagement ring must be distinctive to your unique relationship. Given how conventions change over time, many couples feel inspired by the unconventional and embrace a non-traditional route in their choice of engagement rings.
Colored gemstone rings can achieve two goals at once - creating a one-of-a-kind piece while simultaneously representing a special element or theme in a couple’s story. Even though colored gemstones are already becoming increasingly fashionable, here are three more reasons why you should do away with diamonds in favor of these bedazzling colored jewels.
1. Celebrate Your Individuality
Gemstones come in a wide variety of hues and shapes - allowing individuals to express their creative side and embrace their unique personality. As color preferences can be highly subjective, you can always settle on one you resonate with the most or that best embodies your personal style. For fashion-forward women, this might mean selecting a gemstone that compliments (and even adds pizazz) to your outfits.
Unlike diamonds, whose color can be distilled to a single letter - D, E, F, G for example - colored gemstones are incredibly complex. On top of a primary color, there might be a secondary color to consider which alters the primary color (e.g. the gemstone might be considered greenish-blue, or pinkish-purple instead of a straightforward blue or purple).
Sometimes, there are even gemstones with two or more distinct colors present such as bi-color Tourmalines or Sapphires. Furthermore, there is also the aspect of tone (dark vs light) and saturation (intensity of color) which distinguishes each gem, making each colored gemstone truly one of a kind, just like your significant other.
2. Better Value
Another benefit of opting for the colored gemstone route is its value proposition. Relative to exquisite yet sometimes-costly diamonds, colored gemstones can be significantly more affordable while offering a wide variety of options that are just as stunning. With this option, you can find yourself spoiled for choice to create the most unique ring for your beloved without breaking the bank.
3. Their Symbolic Meaning and Healing Properties
Humanity has used gemstones for ornamental purposes since time immemorial. But in both ancient and modern times, cultures worldwide also believe that gems possess certain symbolic meaning and healing properties.
Some use gems in their spiritual practices, incorporating them into rituals to promote love and safety, gain inner peace, and more. At the same time, practitioners in other belief systems often place gemstones on specific body areas to promote healing. For many, simply wearing jewelry bearing a specific gemstone can already be reassuring in its own way.
Sentimentality is another reason why many gravitate towards colored gemstones. For instance, they might serve as a reminder of fond memories of their loved ones who loved a certain color or wore a particular piece of jewelry similar to the one they are wearing now. We even see instances where special pieces are custom made to incorporate birthstones of their loved ones to keep them close to the wearer’s heart.
As gemstone jewelry is often passed down as heirloom gifts, it is easy to see why these treasured pieces hold tremendous sentimental value.
Conclusion
From greater freedom in expressing one’s personality to embedding hidden meanings in one’s jewelry, colored gemstones are, without a doubt, incredibly special. They should thus be seriously considered alongside diamonds when creating personalized engagement rings and other fine jewelry.
Once you are ready to make your custom gemstone jewelry a reality, do not hesitate to get in touch with us at August Bespoke. As a premier artisan of unique engagement rings in Singapore, our renown comes from our ability to create one-of-a-kind pieces worthy of your forever. For more details, book a personal consultation with us or visit our Instagram page for a deeper look at our work.
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