Men’s sapphire rings are usually nicely contoured rings with large stones in a variety of cuts. Prices for most rings come in under $2,000, with some options available for as little as $300. An alternate choice for him might be a set of handsome sapphire shirt studs to sport with his tuxedo. They can be purchased for very reasonable prices, depending on the setting, metal, and quality of the gems.

Women’s sapphire rings appropriate for a 45th anniversary are available in many styles as well. White or yellow gold in 10k to 24k, sterling silver, titanium, or platinum allow her to select the metal that best complements her style and coloring. Single stones, or an assortment of sapphires, present more options. Diamonds pair wonderfully with sapphires creating a truly elegant look. Women’s rings are found in every price category, with many choices below $500. The most popular choices range from $500 to $2500, but truly exquisite larger sapphires can be 25,000 to 250,000.00 and are considered very collectible and desirable.

The same metal and stone choices are available in stunning pendants, bracelets, or earrings for her, for a tasteful ensemble that will bring her happy memories every time she wears it. Sapphire jewelry features stones in the traditional rich blue, but sapphires also come in gorgeous shades of pink, green, yellow and orange. Finding the perfect sapphire for your 45th anniversary will be a pleasurable pursuit given the rich options available. And the items you ultimately choose will be an enduring sign of the love you share.

In silver, titanium, or 14-18kt yellow or white gold, you’ll find many engagement ring stunners. Some simple yet beautiful choices cost less than $300. In the $500 to $750 range you’ll find more elaborate choices boasting larger stones, perhaps with a small contingent of side or accent diamonds.

Starting around $750.00 you will be able to enjoy some rings in platinum. Heavier rings, greater carat weight in the sapphires and diamonds, and more recognizable designer styling really start to make an appearance now.

Above $3500, you will find some of the most incredible engagement rings on the market. A full range of metals, large, exquisite gems, full borders of diamonds, and more, are all possibilities. The sky is the limit for options and prices, with sapphire rings your fiancée will love available into the millions!

There are a wide range of ring settings that combine affordability with stunning style. Many wonderful gold and silver options exist in fashions that cover the spectrum. Men appreciate simple, understated looks, with round or square-cut sapphires. Ladies often appreciate something with a bit more complexity in the setting or the cut of the stone. Celtic, traditional, contemporary, swirling, and bold motifs are among the most popular. A large selection of settings and stones mean you’ll easily find a perfect match for your September-born recipient.

There are wonderful options to be had in all price ranges. A simple chain and setting with a more robust stone, or a balanced combination both look wonderful around the neck of your favorite sapphire lover. Sapphire pendants are a great choice when you want the stone to be the center of attention, with a gold, silver, or platinum setting enhancing its glory.

Finally, simple sapphire bracelets with a single larger stone or several smaller gems can be purchased in this price range. Elegant, sporty, casual, romantic, or something completely unique, the options are nearly endless.

Take a few moments to peruse our selection. The only trouble you’ll have is choosing the perfect gift from the multitude of options.

Sapphire rings literally come in all shapes and sizes, and are a great choice for both women and men. In many rings sapphire is the primary stone. In others, it offers a brilliant complement to a center diamond or ruby, its sister stone. While second in hardness only to diamonds, sapphires can be cut into many shapes that produce a variety of looks and can be worn and enjoyed by many generations to come. Exquisite marquise cuts, romantic hearts, classic elegant rounds, and other shapes both traditional and contemporary expand the possibilities. Sapphire engagement rings are also becoming more popular with each wedding season. Any number of ring settings can be employed, and the aesthetics of all are richly enhanced by the inclusion of a gorgeous sapphire.

Sapphire pendants are another popular setting for a luxurious sapphire. Pendants serve to set off this precious stone to best advantage, hanging from a necklace befitting the stone’s prestige. The style options are limited only by the artisan’s imagination – or yours! Many sapphire lovers enjoy designing their own pendant setting, so once they have selected their stone, they can colaborate with the jeweler and create a piece of jewelry they will deeply cherish, .

Sapphire earrings may boast simple splendor or lavish luxury, the choice is yours. A wide selection of options allows you to choose a look that fits your style or personality, and if you own multiple pairs of sapphire earrings, you’ll have the right fashion statement for ever occasion.  Sapphire studs are available in all sizes and price ranges and can be dressed up or down.  Elegant oval sapphires surrounded by diamond melee are a dressier look and a timeless classic.

Sapphire bracelets can be as unique as you are. The selection available allows you to accentuate your look and produce a style all your own. Sapphire bracelets deliver an exquisite look with options available to meet any budget.  A sapphire bangle bracelet by itself, or in combination with other bangles, is a hot look.  Vintage Art-Deco bracelets in platinum featuring sapphires and diamonds are one of our most popular requests.

Remember that fine jewelry sporting sapphires is available in a full range of colors – not simply the traditional blue, but also pink, orange, yellow, and green.  The extra effort you put into your perfect gift selection will give her a story that she’ll love to tell and remember forever.

As you prepare to shop for a sapphire ring, pendant, necklace, bracelet or loose stone, here are some things to pay close attention to:

First, examine the stone’s color. Other factors beside the innate color of the natural gem material can affect the way we perceive the color of the finished sapphire.  The finest colors are those that exhibit intense, mid-range tones, deep and pure, not at all mottled. For example, if it’s a blue sapphire you are examining, it should be solid blue, not too pale, inky, or dark, and should not have flecks or veins of any other color running through it. Sapphires with areas of light and dark in a striped pattern called color zoning, are very common.  This can often be minimized by the cutter if he is able to rotate the stone so the zoning won’t be obvious in the finished gem.  Finer quality stones will usually be cut by master craftsmen who will be able to minimize the effect this natural phenomena will have on the finished product.

Secondly, look for a stone that is free of flaws to the naked eye. Such stones are known as “eye-clean.” Sometimes a high-quality sapphire can have a subtle silkiness throughout the gem.  The ideal clarity is gentler or less crisp than one finds in diamonds. This placid, liquid clarity produces a greater depth than a gem that is completely transparent, and is considered more desirable for its richer character.  Stones from the legendary Kashmir mines often display this softness but they are exceedingly rare.  For most sapphires, what you will look for will be something obvious resembling a cracks or inclusions within the stone.  A sapphire can be of such wonderful quality and exceptional cutting that even with an inclusion or flaw it is desirable and beautiful, but the rarity of the “eye clean” gems adds to their value.

One exception to the rule of clarity involves stones that feature an occurrence called asterism. This natural phenomena produces a beautiful and unique star-shaped sparkle in direct light, leading to the designation star sapphires. When the star is crisp and bright, star sapphires are highly sought after.  Stars are only seen in gems fashioned into cabachon shapes.

Many many other criteria can affect the value of a sapphire, but these few tips will allow you to mentally organize your first impression of the stone and possibly understand what it was that led you to like or dislike it.More than anything else, trust your eye. The human eye knows beauty when it sees it!

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