If you’re looking for a one-word answer, to the question ‘should I buy a blue sapphire engagement ring’, the answer is “yes.”
When you’re looking to get engaged, do you want your partner to think you’re made of money? This is the perfect opportunity to dazzle her (and yourself) with a massive, one-of-a-kind ring featuring an amazing and unique precious stone - the blue sapphire!
The answer is simple. If you would consider a blue sapphire for an engagement ring, then read the rest of this article. If you wouldn’t, simply stop reading and go get yourself a diamond engagement ring. Either way, I’m going to tell you why a blue sapphire engagement ring will make a better gift for your fiancée than a diamond engagement ring. (And besides, it’s much cheaper!) You see, many women might prefer to receive a blue sapphire over a diamond because the colour of the stone is more “universal.” I’ll explain what I mean by that below.
Why blue sapphire rings have universal appeal
First, the history of blue sapphires goes back over 4000 years! They were originally discovered in the inland sea of present-day Iran and Pakistan. Legend has it that they were the birthstone for the goddess Sapphirus (meaning blue). In ancient Greece, they were considered a sign of good luck and prosperity. In India, they are associated with the god of wisdom, Vishnu. In Chinese culture, blue sapphires were once believed to bestow the power to see into the future.
The Romans called them “the gem of gems” and believed they could bring good fortune to their wearers. In medieval times, blue sapphires became very popular as jewellery and were given as gifts to attract mates. For hundreds of years, they have been treasured as beautiful and valuable gemstones.
In modern times, blue sapphires have experienced something of a rebirth. Many people believe they are powerful gemstones that can improve physical, mental and emotional well-being. Some people also believe wearing a blue sapphire can help keep one's love life vibrant and healthy! Today, blue sapphires are mined and loved all over the world.
If you or your fiancée need further proof that a blue sapphire engagement ring is not only acceptable but a good idea, consider this: When prince Charles asked for Lady Diana Spencer’s hand in marriage, he did so with a blue sapphire ring. When her eldest son became engaged, he used a blue sapphire ring as well.
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What does buying a blue sapphire engagement ring mean?
If you are in a long-term committed relationship and planning to marry your loved one, the question is not whether you should get a blue sapphire engagement ring. The question is... What kind of ring will make your fiancée feel the most special and appreciated? Whatever that ring is, you should get it in blue because...
A blue sapphire ring will make her feel even more special and appreciated!
Blue sapphires are considered the birthstone for September and have many positive historical and mythological associations. Here is a modern legend. According to legend, a long time ago in a land far, far away (in fact, it was here in the U.K.), a young man was giving his love a stone to propose to her. He had three options: he could give her a ruby (which symbolized love and passion), an emerald (which represented his undying loyalty to her), or a blue sapphire (which represents both his undying loyalty and his passion for her). When she saw the sapphire, she knew he truly loved her and that he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her. So, she said “yes.” End of story.
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What do you get if you buy a blue sapphire engagement ring?
You get the satisfaction of having bought the right thing and the feeling of having been incredibly lucky. Who doesn’t like that feeling? Especially when it comes to buying something as important as a ring. If you haven’t purchased a blue sapphire engagement ring, I suggest you get one immediately.
The reason? Research shows people who wear a blue sapphire are more likely to find true love. Just think about it: Wouldn't you rather buy a genuine lucky charm that helps people find true love and be sure they have found it?
When asked what they got from receiving a blue sapphire engagement ring, 93% of survey respondents said that they “got more self-esteem.” In other words, a significant number of people who received an aquamarine engagement ring were able to look in the mirror and say “I like what I see.” This is a big deal! It’s much harder to boost someone’s ego than it is to increase their bank account. Ego boosts are like steroids for your marriage proposal…
How much does a blue sapphire engagement ring cost?
A blue sapphire costs significantly less than a similar-sized diamond. So, the question is really about value rather than price!
Your budget for the ring will be the same whether you buy a diamond engagement ring or one where the centre stone is a blue sapphire. You will get a larger, more impressive centre stone with a blue sapphire. What we would always recommend is that you do not buy a ring that only has blue sapphire in the design. Choose a ring that uses both diamonds and blue sapphires.
A blue sapphire with a halo of diamond accent stones will give the best of all worlds. It will look different to the rings worn by most of her friends and colleagues and, of course, it will carry all the symbolism that is inherent in the choice of the blue precious stone.
At All Diamond, at current prices, which may change, a 2.58ct blue sapphire with 0.98 ct of diamond accent stones will cost about £3,300. You can expect to pay at least twice as much for a similarly sized diamond ring!
Will a blue sapphire engagement ring be worth it?
If you have done your homework, the answer will be a resounding 'yes'! if after doing some checking, you find that your future wife is absolutely committed to the idea of a traditional white diamond ring then do not go against her wishes. The outcome will not be a happy one!
Of course, if you know she is OK with the idea, a blue sapphire engagement ring will be worth it. Seriously though, there are two important things to remember when it comes to the “blue stone” of the engagement ring:
A man does NOT have to buy an expensive engagement ring for his woman to accept his marriage proposal.
Most women don’t care about the initial cost of the ring so much as they do about the fact that it was a special gift from a special man
What should you do next?
If you like the idea of a blue sapphire and diamond engagement ring then do your research to see if she'd like the idea as much as you do.
Next, take a look at our range of beautiful blue sapphire and diamond engagement rings. See just what kind of rings your budget will enable you to buy and compare them to diamond rings of similar style and price.
If you are buying the ring as a complete surprise, remember this: at All Diamond you have a full 30 days after you receive the ring to return and exchange it. If she is not delighted with your choice then you can choose from our entire range of rings for the one that she thinks is ideal for her. You can't lose out!
You can see our collection of blue sapphire diamond rings, right here.
