Are You Looking For A Peach Sapphire Engagement Ring?
Coloured stone engagement rings have been growing in popularity over the last few years, with a real demand for unusual, pastel shades like teal, rose pink and peach.
You might be surprised to learn that sapphires come in a rainbow of colours. In addition to the beautiful oceanic blue of a traditional Ceylon sapphire, you’ll also find these stones in shades of yellow, green, pink, and even clear.
What Does a Peach Sapphire Look Like?
Just like the fruit, peach sapphires come in a variety of luscious, summery hues, from subtle pink champagne, all the way through to rich oranges. These rare stones make a strikingly beautiful choice for a bespoke engagement ring, with many couples opting for a peach sapphire in a rose gold setting, as the warm rosy hues complement each other perfectly..
A light peach sapphire gemstone.
A truly gorgeous option is the rare Padparadscha sapphire. Padparadscha is a Sanskrit word to describe the colour of the lotus flower. You might think of the colour as the outside of a perfectly ripe peach – deep pink and orange, with no brown undertones like some other stones have.
Why Should I Get a Peach Sapphire Ring?
We find it hard to go past the natural beauty of a peach sapphire. The gradations of colour in these lovely stones, and the huge variety of tones and saturation, bring to mind a beautiful summer sunset, making a peach sapphire ring the perfect alternative to a diamond when making an engagement ring.
Padparadscha sapphire engagement ring.
A peach sapphire engagement ring looks lovely against any skin tone, and has the benefit of being both unusual today, and classic enough to look just as elegant many years from now. Sapphires have been a popular choice for engagement rings for centuries, as they are associated with fidelity. A peach sapphire makes for a beautiful modern take on this traditional engagement ring stone.
Are Peach Sapphires Rare?
Peach sapphires are much rarer than their colour counterparts. Traditionally they are found in Tanzania, Madagascar and Sri Lanka. Padparadscha sapphires are one of the two rarest sapphire colours (the other being cornflower blue), making it one of the most sought-after peach sapphire gemstones today. However, there are a number of options for those looking for a peach engagement ring.
Peach Morganite Engagement Ring
Peach morganite is a popular choice, particularly because it rarely has inclusions (small natural defects like cracks or discolouration) that are visible to the naked eye. However, morganite tends to have less natural brilliance than its sapphire counterparts, and as a softer stone, is more prone to damage.
Peach Spinel Engagement Ring
A beautiful alternative to peach sapphires, that not many will have heard of, is spinel. Spinel is notable for its beautiful range of naturally occurring colours, and is fast becoming a popular alternative to sapphires and rubies – particularly in engagement rings, as it is a durable stone that will stand the test of time. In fact, the Black Prince’s ‘ruby’ at the front of the Imperial State Crown of the United Kingdom is actually a deep cherry red spinel.
Peach spinel stones range from blush-tinted pastels to glorious deep pinks and oranges. They are visually indistinguishable from sapphires, and the natural colour is equally as stunning in a bespoke engagement ring
Pearl coloured oval spinel.
What Setting Should I Choose?
You might be wondering about the best setting for a peach stone engagement ring. We often suggest diamonds to beautifully offset the soft, naturally warm tones of the sapphire. That said, peach sapphires are such a lovely stone in their own right, they are complemented by just about any setting and choice of metal – rose and yellow gold will enhance the warm tones, while white gold or platinum create a contrast that highlights the unique qualities of the peach sapphire.
Creating A Custom Peach Sapphire Engagement Ring With Simon Wright
If you are looking for a truly unique peach engagement ring, peach sapphires make a perfect choice. Contact us today about creating your peach sapphire engagement ring, right here in London.
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