Alternative Stones For Wedding Jewelry

When you think of wedding jewelry, you more than likely think of diamond engagement rings and diamond wedding bands. Diamonds have been the customary stone used in wedding jewelry since 1477, but that does not mean that all people have abided by using diamonds as the center stone. Some women find that they prefer vibrant colors instead of the white diamond and one gemstone that have been very popular as an alternative to diamonds are Rubies.

Rubies are popular for wedding jewelry because when a person sees red, they more than likely will automatically associate this color with passion and love. Besides its beautiful red color, other characteristics of Rubies that make them great for a gemstone that will be worn on a daily basis for a lifetime is that this gemstone is one of the hardest gemstones and is also very brilliant.

Another popular choice for alternatives to diamonds is Sapphires. Sapphires occur in a rainbow of colors such as pink, red, yellow, and white, but it is the deep blue sapphire that is loved by many. Sapphires, too, are considered one of the hardest gemstones and they also are derived from the same mineral as Rubies, corundum.

Whether you prefer deep blue Sapphires or passionate red Rubies, choosing either one of these gemstones as alternative to diamonds or in a combination with diamonds will make your wedding jewelry last the test of time. Your wedding jewelry should consist of stones and style that you preference because these rings will be worn for a lifetime.


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