Colored Sapphires

So they say Diamonds are girl’s best friend. Or are they..? Well here is an interesting new trend; Colored Sapphires are becoming a favorite stone, and of course, not just with the ladies! Needless to say, the myriad colors from blue, pink and yellow, to white and even green, with a million mesmerizing hues, you will be spoilt for choice at the sight of this spectacular array of glistening charms.

So what makes the Sapphire so unique and gain increasing preference versus a Diamond? There is a touch of class and style in wearing a Sapphire on your body. Some set it on souvenirs or even a piece of Jewelry. Adorning this gem stone will not only make you feel good, but give that little image boost you desire; a certain je ne sais quoi. Sapphires have been special for some time, and even more so since Princess Kate Middleton started sporting a royal Blue Sapphire that was once worn by Princess Diana herself. This set off a trend where ladies opted for Blue Sapphires as the stone of choice for an engagement ring, or even the wedding ring – aptly adding to ‘something blue’. Of course, this is the stone of royalty, and fit for a princess, so why not..?

Gem stones tell a story of a million years. Imagine this. A gem stone is formed in the rocks of earth’s crust, evolving over the years. A part of the planet’s history since the days of mythical creatures, dinosaurs and evolution. This rock has a soul of its own, for it has been part of a bygone era that we can only imagine. Now picture this creation of nature on a piece of your jewelry, around your neck, perhaps on a finger; and you are enveloped in timeless beauty. We often forget the deep value of this stone as an embodiment of the evolving universe and solar system, but this is what makes it so precious, in addition of course to its magnificence.

The Sapphire is not just worn for beauty and value. It means many things to different cultures. Not just the Royals of the modern world, but princesses of past revered this stone. Ancient Persians loved them, and even believed the earth was built atop a very large Blue Sapphire. Sapphires are known to symbolize wisdom, virtue and good fortune for some, while other cultures believe in its ability to calm the spirit and heal the body. This is what makes it special, and is worn by many irrespective of gender, for they believe in the positive energy it could bring to their mind, body and spirit.

If you are trying to decide between a Diamond and Sapphire, here are some tips to gauge its value. Diamonds are traditional, but Sapphires are modern with a classic touch. It can sit perfectly on vintage or contemporary jewelry designs, matching well with any kind of metal; white gold, yellow gold, rose gold, silver or platinum. A Blue Sapphire on white gold, a Pink Sapphire on rose gold or Yellow Sapphire on yellow gold – feel free to try a few combinations and see what suits your style and skin color. There is a stone for every skin tone.

If you are looking for a gem that is the epitome of ‘you’, the Sapphire is it. Each stone is unique from the other with many color variations, different cuts and sizes making it one of a kind; with an exclusive identity of its own. The Padparadscha Sapphire is the rarest of all Sapphires, originally found in Sri Lanka. It comes in stunning hues of pink and orange along with streaks of many rich colors. However, out of all types of Sapphires, the Blue Sapphire is still the most in-demand and universally renowned stone. A perfect Blue Sapphire is one that emanates a rich deep blue color, more specifically cornflower blue and royal blue, and is known to be of highest value. Pink and Yellow Sapphires are also becoming a favorite, specially used in rings, pendants and ear studs. Sapphires have now become the main stone, while diamonds are used for frosting jewelry, complementing the vivid hues of the colored stone.