Sapphire Engagement Rings- A Complete Guide..!!

 

From goofing around with each other to planning to spend your lives together is a big decision that calls for a celebration. A celebration of your love when you will officially go down on one knee and propose to your sweetheart with a stunning diamond engagement ring. Though choosing the right ring can be daunting, seeing her smile when you propose to her will melt your heart. Moreover, when you are successful in conjuring a beautiful proposal alongside an equally beautiful ring, that moment will forever stay anchored in your memory. 

The process of choosing the perfect ring can give you all the jitters in the world. So, it is better to have all your options in line before you make the final decision. If buying a diamond ring feels too daunting, given the number of options available, you can always opt for one with gemstones.  

If your girl fancies dark colors, sapphire is one of the darkest-toned gemstones you can get her. If you are skeptical about choosing a sapphire as the gemstone for your ring. Here is a brief insight into this marvelous gemstone and a few reasons why it would work as a gemstone for your ring. 

What Is Sapphire?

Sapphire is one of the most versatile minerals belonging to the corundum family. It is said to have spiritual values and is the alleged birthstone for September's born. They symbolize wisdom, virtue, good fortune, and sanctity for royals. As an engagement ring stone, sapphires denote faithfulness and sincerity.

History of Sapphires

Sapphires have been popular since the Middle Ages. Its celestial blue color symbolizes heaven and attracts divine favor and wise judgment. Different religions have different beliefs about this gemstone. Greeks wore them for enlightenment when seeking answers from the oracle. Buddhist believe that they bring spiritual enlightenment and Hindus use it during worship. These classical violet-blue sapphires came from Kashmir, India in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Later in the 1900s, sapphires were found in Madagascar, Australia as well. 

In 1981, sapphire became a symbol of love when Prince Charles gave Lady Diana a 12-carat blue sapphire engagement ring. Since then, many couples have started opting for the sapphire as its blue hue signifies the depth of your love. 

Benefits of Sapphire Rings

• They help boost metabolism
• They provide mental relief and enhance mental strength
• They protect from evil eyes and hexes
• They improve decision-making
• They soothe the senses and help gain self–control
• They remove negativity and unknown fears
• They give a positive financial boost
• They help lessen fatigue
• They improve focus and concentration
• They help manage digestion better

These are some benefits of wearing sapphire rings. Following your knowledge about sapphire rings, you might have made an image in your mind of where your girl is wearing a diamond and sapphire ring, right? If yes, you should know how to care for a ring like that. So here's how: 

How To Care For Sapphire Rings?

To clean your engagement ring, all you need to do is take a small drop of washing-up liquid and gently scrub your ring with a soft, clean toothbrush. After rinsing your ring under warm water, gently scrub it again to remove any soap residue. Dry with a microfiber cloth.

For those seeking a high-quality sapphire engagement ring, we recommend visiting Michael F & Co. in New York City. The store boasts a wide selection of GIA-certified diamond engagement rings and fine jewelry, including diamond earrings, necklaces, pendants, and wedding bands. Accredited by the Better Business Bureau of New York and with over a quarter century of credibility as a trusted jewelry store, you can confidently find the perfect piece for your special occasion at Michael F & Co. of New York Diamond District.