How to match the precious stone to the color of the gold

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If I say “engagement ring” what do you think of? Most likely a lonely guy with an colorless round diamond. And it's normal that it is like that! Because this is The classic engagement ring. But it’s not necessarily the dream ring of every woman, and it’s not necessarily that all women enjoy wearing the sign of “girlfriend” status. And so... Why not choose a personalized engagement ring with a colored stone Instead of the colorless diamond? Attention, however: it is important to know how to match the precious stone to the color of the gold.

The blue sapphire pairs well with white gold but also with yellow gold.

The blue sapphire pairs well with white gold but also with yellow gold.

For a jewel that is worn every day, the hardness of the precious stone is very important because it guarantees resistance to impacts and scratches. The hardest stones after the diamond, therefore the most suitable to replace it, are the red ruby, the blue sapphire and the emerald green. But for a girl who is careful to protect what she wears, you can also choose slightly more delicate stones such as Australian opals, peridot, and Tanzanite., the aquamarine and many others... Actually, he is sapphire It exists in almost all colors in nature (yellow, pink, orange and green) but the Ceylon blue sapphire is the most precious and sought-after. 

A green corundum paired with yellow gold.

A green corundum paired with yellow gold.

Once the choice is made, the precious stone must be matched with the color of the gold.. Generally, this rule is followed: white gold is paired with cold colors, while yellow or pink gold is paired with warm colors. For example, with red ruby rose gold is combined because it matches very well with the reddish color of the alloy; blue sapphire It mounts on white gold but also on yellow gold; it emerald green, It is considered neither hot nor cold, and is suitable for both hot and cold weather. white gold Both on yellow gold; the pink opal has a white base, so it goes well with any gold alloy, but for its red reflections I see it best on rose gold, while the black opal, which has a blue base, goes best on white gold… The examples are endless!

Which color stone would you choose? Tell me right now!

Eva


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