Metal | Pros | Cons |
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14K Gold |
More affordable, durable |
Nickel content may cause allergic reaction. |
18K Gold |
Contains more gold, higher investment value |
Less durable due to higher gold content. Nickel content may cause allergic reaction. |
Platinum |
Excellent investment value, very durable |
Can be expensive |
. | Pros | Cons |
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White Gold |
More durable than yellow gold, can replicate look of platinum at a lower price |
Will tarnish over time requiring maintenance (need to re-rhodium plate) |
Yellow Gold |
Does not tarnish - will always retain yellow color, traditionally most popular metal for rings |
More easily scratched than white gold due to no rhodium plating |
Rose Gold |
Will not tarnish, extremely durable due to presence of copper |
Copper will naturally darken over time - can be good or bad depending on preference |
Platinum |
Very durable material, best for gem security (prongs do not bend or break easily) |
Can be expensive |
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Blue may be the most popular sapphire but orange is definitely the most fiery one. An orange sapphire looks like a ball of flame with its deep golden hues seizing your attention. The gem occurs in a magnificent range of warm colors, from yellowish orange to reddish orange. What gives orange sapphire its coveted color is the presence of iron and chromium in its crystalline structure. The brilliant hues of this gem make orange sapphire necklaces a must-have for jewelry lovers.
Orange sapphires are very rare and among them, stones that have a vivid orange color with no undertones are the rarest. These gems are only found in Sri Lanka and some parts of Africa. The rarity of orange sapphires makes them strong contenders in the eyes of modern brides who want a rare centerstone for their engagement ring. An orange sapphire engagement ring with a pure orange to red-orange centerstone with medium tone and vivid saturation is in a class of its own.
With a hardness score of 9 on the Mohs scale of hardness, the orange sapphire stone stands as a durable and fashionable option for everyday jewelry. These gemstones are prominently fashioned in all kinds of jewelry, with orange sapphire rings being everyone’s first choice. Men and women eyeing bold jewelry choose orange sapphire earrings and bracelets to best express their individuality.
Orange sapphire gemstones symbolize love, happiness, wisdom and creativity. With their earthy hues and magical aura, they represent positivity through and through. An orange sapphire acts as a driving force that encourages you to go beyond your limits to achieve your goals. The gemstone works wonders in boosting creativity and confidence by opening the sacral chakra.
The birthstone for September, orange sapphire, holds a special connection with the planet Mars that’s associated with qualities like leadership and ambition in astrological terms. Wearing orange sapphire jewelry can balance your emotions and empower your strength of purpose. September-borns are always in search of orange sapphire gemstones for sale to get these stunning beauties for their astrological benefits.
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*$50 off first order over $1,000. For lab and natural diamonds, the $50 discount applies to orders over $2,500.