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Buying a Sapphire Engagement Ring

Sapphires are renowned for their vibrant array of colors and exceptional durability, scoring 9 on the Mohs scale. A sapphire engagement ring not only withstands daily wear but also makes a bold statement of individuality. At MySapphireSource, our extensive collection guarantees you'll find a ring that captivates you. MySapphireSource has a wide variety of sapphire rings, so you are sure to find a beautiful ring that catches your eye. The rainbow is the symbol of the LGBT community and each color has its own symbolic meaning. We hand pick each and every sapphire to match the tones and hues to form the perfect rainbow.

About Sapphire

Although its name comes from the Latin for blue, sapphires dazzle in a full spectrum of colors. Revered for their calming properties, these gems were once thought to ward off harm and envy. Before Kashmir's discovery in 1880, Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon) set the standard for fine sapphires; even after Kashmir's supply dwindled by 1930, Sri Lanka remained synonymous with exquisite stones. Today, sapphires are also mined in Madagascar, Australia, and Thailand in hues from red to pink—colors beyond blue and pink are known as “rainbow” or “fancy” sapphires. Sapphire jewelry is a classic gift for the 5th and 45th anniversaries, and sapphire is September's birthstone.

Enhancements

Shaping a gemstone is only the beginning of unveiling its inherent allure; a range of enhancement methods brings out its full spectrum of color, brilliance, and transparency. The vast majority of sapphires are subjected to heat treatment—a widely accepted, permanent technique that elevates their appearance, rendering them both striking and ideal for fine jewelry. With fewer than 1% of sapphires remaining untreated, these scarce stones command a premium when their quality rivals that of enhanced gems. At MySapphireSource, collectors may find select unheated sapphires, but our primary focus is on meticulously heat-treated pieces that offer outstanding vibrancy, clarity, and lasting value.

Fun Fact

Not limited to the classic blue, sapphires come in a breathtaking array of colors, earning them the title "rainbow sapphires." Their varied hues result from minute amounts of elements within the crystal lattice; for example, chromium produces red and pink, while the combination of iron and titanium yields the familiar blue, and vanadium adds touches of purple. This remarkable diversity means that every rainbow sapphire is a distinct work of art, embodying a full spectrum of colors that continues to captivate jewelry lovers and collectors around the world.