Did your loved one propose to you with a sapphire engagement ring? Have you ever wondered why he chose this particular gem? Engagement rings with diamonds and sapphires are among the most popular. Often, a precious stone is chosen for a reason, not only its color, shape and shine are taken into account, but also its symbolic meaning and history. We invite you to find out why sapphire symbolizes the beginning of the love journey of the two! The experts of the jewelry house ""Auksinė Svajone"" also shared what criteria are used to evaluate a sapphire stone and what determines the price of an engagement ring.
MEANING OF ENGAGEMENT RING WITH SAPPHIRE
Since ancient times, sapphires have been considered a symbol of trust and loyalty, so it is no wonder that they are so loved by lovers. Blue sapphire color symbolizes trust, sincerity and loyalty. Also, it is believed that blue sapphires give peace and inner fulfillment to those who wear them.
So, if a person gives you jewelry with a sapphire, it means that he wants to reveal his feelings to you, to show loyalty and love.
HISTORY
The word SAPPHIRE is derived from the Greek word ""saphheiros"" meaning blue stone. Blue sapphires were believed to be a sign of divine favor and protection, a symbol of undying love.
Ancient civilizations such as the Babylonians, Egyptians, Greeks and Romans began to use sapphires in jewelry. Sapphires gained international popularity around the year 1700, when noblemen who were fascinated by them began to inlay their royal jewels with these precious stones. Sapphire was believed to symbolize Heaven, strength, loyalty and nobility. Gemstones were used in church rings and other religious artifacts.
Today, engagement rings with sapphires are extremely popular. Whether you're looking for a classic blue gemstone or something more unique with a green or pink sapphire, a sapphire engagement ring will be the perfect reflection of your love and precious feelings.
Further enhancing and contributing to the popularity of sapphire as an engagement gemstone was Diana, Princess of Wales's famous blue sapphire engagement ring, with which Diana's son, Prince William, later proposed to his fiancée, Kate Middleton.
HOW TO CHOOSE AN ENGAGEMENT RING WITH SAPPHIRE?
Sapphires are among the most prized gemstones in the world. Like other gemstones, sapphires are valued based on the unique characteristics of each gemstone. ""Golden Dream"" jewelers explained in more detail how the price of an engagement ring with a sapphire is determined.
Color and transparency
The two most important evaluation criteria to consider are sapphire color and clarity. Although sapphires are best known for their deep blue hues, they can come in other colors besides red. A unique feature of sapphire that sets it apart from other gems is multi-color, one sapphire stone can reveal several different colors at the same time, such as pink, green, yellow, purple and others. A gemstone's hue affects its price and value, as more intensely colored gemstones are rarer and more expensive.
Clarity determines the amount of inclusions (internal blemishes) in the gemstone. The fewer internal inclusions, the more valuable the gem. Sapphires are graded from flawless, ultra clear and translucent to opaque.
Edging (grinding - cutting)
The cut defines the brilliance of the gem. Faceting is the only aspect that depends only on the professionalism of the person who shapes it, because the other criteria for evaluating a gem are natural gifts of nature.
Sapphires can be of various shapes: oval, princess, heart, emerald, pear, etc. One of the most popular shapes is the oval, as it maximizes the brilliance of the stone.
Origin
The main sources of sapphires are countries such as Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Australia and Montana (USA). The stones of each region have unique properties that can affect their transparency, color, and luster.
