Aquamarine Engagement Ring Guide

The color of a gemstone is a key factor to consider when purchasing an engagement ring. The gorgeous aquamarine is known for its signature blues ranging from deep blue, to cyan blue and greenish blue tones. Aquamarines that feature rich and intensely saturated depth of color are more highly prized than just as beautiful, pastel variations that tend to be more modest in price. As aquamarine is a lighter-colored stone, any imperfections that are present may be more visible, so look for stones without any inclusions that can be seen by the naked eye. 

Cut

 

The cut of a gemstone is key to showcasing its luster and depth of color. When purchasing an aquamarine engagement ring, look for a cut graded as excellent, featuring consistency of color and shine throughout the stone without any dull or washed out areas. Deeper cuts such as Barion and emerald cuts will help enhance the stone’s sparkle. Lower crown settings elevate aquamarine’s luminosity, while higher crowns amplify the intensity of its rich color. 

Shape

 

The gemstone’s shape (in other words, the stone’s outline) is integral to revealing its exquisite radiance. While aquamarine will be sublime in a variety of shapes, emerald cuts, round or oval brilliants are popular, helping to maximize the stone’s beauty and luminosity. 

Metals

 

With its alluring and ethereal shimmer, aquamarine will play beautifully against a variety of metal settings. Icy blue variations of aquamarine will be gorgeously enhanced by the cooler tones of white gold or silver for a modern and sophisticated look. Yellow gold with its warmer hues will be ideal with aquamarines that feature more greenish blue hues, helping enrich the color’s vibrancy. For a uniquely feminine style, rose gold with its dreamy pink hues creates a mesmerizing, romantic glow against radiant aquamarine.