Diamonds are not the only gems that can adorn an engagement ring. It is not uncommon for colored gem varieties to catch the fancy of men who are thinking of proposing to their ladies.
There are the classic colored gemstones like rubies, sapphires, and emerald to choose from. Another popular choice is aquamarine. Not only does the light blue color of aquamarine engagement rings fascinate the eye, it also signifies a happy marriage.
Aquamarine engagement rings are as highly prized as its darker hued cousins: sapphire. For those men that are looking for a unique stone with shades of blue, then aquamarine engagement rings is ideal. There are some points to consider when purchasing these type of rings:
Clarity
It is easy to see inclusions in aquamarine engagement rings since they have an almost lucid blue color. Jewelry designers are fond of this stone because even large aquamarine crystals with very little inclusions are not a rarity.
Aquamarine engagement rings are flawless compared to other valuable stones. You can ask the assistance of the jeweler in inspecting the stone if you want to see defects such as cracks or patches.
Cuts
Designers have thought of different cuts to showcase the beauty of aquamarine engagement rings. There are oval and emerald cuts that are made to highlight the beauty of the stone and give it a dazzling brilliance.
Color
The different levels of iron compounds that is incorporated in the stone can be the reason for the varying intensity of blue among aquamarine engagement rings. The deeper and more intense the color of the stone, the more expensive it will cost you. One reason for the popularity of aquamarine engagement rings is the color of the stone. The deep blue shade can go with any eye or skin color.
Treatments
Ask your jeweler what type of heat treatment did those aquamarine engagement rings go through. It must be noted though that all aquamarine are treated under high temperature after mining to bring out the blue tones.
Engagement Ring Setting
The most suitable metal that is used for an aquamarine engagement ring is white gold. The white color is used to bring out the rich hue of the stone. The rings can be set in a variety of designs from Celtic knots to elaborate swirling designs. The type of setting used for the ring can be chosen to suit the personality of the woman who will be wearing it.