There are a lot of choices that are available in diamond engagement rings, but one may be surprised to find that there are just as many non diamond engagement rings available too. Diamonds have been used since 1477 as the traditional stone to propose marriage, but even still, other gemstones have been just as popular.
Non diamond engagement rings became a hit during the 1920’s and continue so till today. Inspired by all that jazz the Art Deco era was one that incorporated bold colored gemstones such as the bright red Ruby and the deep blue Sapphire. Our modern time now still favors these stunning gemstones for non diamond engagement rings. Both Rubies and Sapphires are considered precious gemstones and they also both have characteristics that make them almost as hard as diamonds themselves. Since engagement rings are to be worn for a lifetime, whatever gemstone is considered as the center stone should be a gemstone that is ranked high in “hardness” so that it can survive normal everyday wear.
One thing to keep in mind when choosing non diamond engagement rings is that although the engagement ring features a colored gemstone this doesn’t mean that the wedding ring can’t have diamonds. Diamonds compliment all colored gemstones in a manner that is absolutely breathtaking and can also provide a little of both worlds of bold color and beautiful brilliance. It is also quite possible to find wedding bands that incorporate both colored gemstones with diamonds which will further compliment any gemstone engagement ring further.
