Complete Guide to Precious Gemstones

The world of fine jewelry can be quite mind-boggling. There are so many metals, settings and designs to choose from. But the one element that truly infuses brilliance and vibrancy into any piece is a gemstone. Now here too you’ll be spoilt for choice as there are endless gorgeous options available. But it’s usually the precious stones that take the cake.

If you’re wondering what makes them precious and which gems fall into this category then take a look below.

What Are Precious Gemstones?

Only four stones are considered “precious”: sapphires, diamonds, rubies, and emeralds. These four precious stones have historically been the priciest and most valuable kinds of gemstones. All the others are regarded as semi-precious. Some popular semi-precious types include tanzanite, opal, aquamarine, morganite, amethyst, London blue topaz, swiss blue topaz, moonstone, garnet, peridot, onyx, tourmaline, rose quartz, citrine, and many more.

Some semi-precious gemstones can fetch substantially higher prices than precious stones because of their cut, place of origin, or rarity. A gemstone price chart online will rank the gems based on the 4 Cs: clarity, cut, color, and carat. A lot of natural pearls, for instance, fetch high prices and are frequently more valuable than precious stones like sapphire, diamond, ruby, or emerald.

Diamond – The Forever Gemstone

The etymology of the word diamond comes from a Greek word, “Adamas,” which means “unbreakable and invincible.” This priceless gem has a Mohs hardness rating of 10, making it the hardest rock and suitable for daily wear.

Diamonds are most frequently offered as engagement and wedding bands because they represent lasting love. Elaborate yellow diamonds are classified as diamonds with a color rating higher than “z-light yellow” on the diamond color scale. Due to their rarity and higher cost than colorless diamonds, yellow diamonds are quite expensive. They are now considered a mark of originality because they are uncommon.

Diamond Wedding Bands

Wedding ring bands are an elegant reminder of your commitment and represent the special bond a relationship shares. This beautiful marquise and dot wedding ring has a traditional allure due to the delicate milgrain detailing along the ornate band.

Also Read: Facts About Diamond

Diamond Stud Earrings

Most women put a lot of consideration into dressing and accessorizing. Whether it is for a joyous wedding or a breezy Sunday brunch, you want to look your best. These Prong-Set Diamond Sunburst Stud Earrings by Angara are beautiful and need to make their way to your earring collection. There is nothing typical about the design. It is fashionable but still quite elegant. These earrings are stunning, inspired by the sun’s unique appeal. These earrings are an excellent choice for everyday jewelry because they complement both formal and informal outfits.

Diamond Pendants

Can you wear diamonds every day? Why not? As long as the accessory is not too dramatic, you are good to go.  Lightweight and simple diamond jewelry is ideal for everyday wear. Because of the diamond’s distinctive appearance and capacity to reflect light, they make for a brilliant sparkler. This elegant Pear Diamond Solitaire Floating Halo Pendant is a treat to the eyes. If you’re a cat person, you should check out this endearing and beautiful diamond cat pendant – from Angara.

Also Read: Discover the Different Types of Diamonds

Ruby-The Romantic Gemstone

The name of the priceless gem is derived from the Latin word “Ruber,” which means red. It is believed that rubies provide luck, nobility, and protection.

Ruby is most coveted when it is a deep shade of red with a touch of blue. Rubies are commonly used as a symbol of intense love and romance since they are known to arouse passion and devotion. The gem’s captivating look radiates strong yet comforting energy that draws people to both the stone and the person wearing it.

Rubies, which are commonly referred to as the “King of Gemstones,” have a variety of vivid red tones. Ruby is one of the most alluring and priceless gems and has long been linked to aristocracy, money, and power. The rich crimson stone complements every ensemble with a timeless, regal vibe. If you want to make a statement with your attire and accessories, be sure to incorporate a touch of this magnificent gemstone into your overall style.

Ruby-encrusted jewelry is great for everyday wear because of its durability and hardness. Celebrities like Emily Blunt, Naomi Watts, Scarlett Johanson, and others have been spotted wearing ruby jewelry on various occasions, contributing to the stone’s enormous popularity. So treat yourself to an exquisite set of ruby earrings or a pendant this season and be sure to check out our best jewelry pieces for inspiration.

Also Read: Ruby Gemstone’s Astrological Benefits

Ruby Ring

A ruby ring is an ideal gift to honor your love. So give your relationship some spark by adding a beautiful ruby to celebrate your anniversary. This stunning Art Deco Inspired Graduated Ruby and Diamond Ring features diamond-encrusted shanks with rubies that surround your finger, and are sure to make you the focus of attention wherever you go.

Ruby Earrings

When it’s a ruby, there are no rules! Rubies are versatile stones, and by that, we mean that they can be worn in all styles and various forms. Ruby earrings are a bold choice that especially function as statement pieces. Of course, a pair of ruby studs is an absolute staple for a jewelry aficionado. But, there are days when your heart yearns for something more. On those days, these exquisite ruby drop earrings could become your go-to. The stunning rubies in this piece are paired with a diamond halo for an extra sparkly touch.

Also Read: Different Types Of Exquisite Ruby Gemstones

Emerald – The Royal Gemstone

An Emerald is a striking green gemstone that is a member of the beryl gemstone family. This wonderful gemstone shines in an all-green splendor, providing a stunning amalgam of sophistication and style.

Emerald is well renowned for its calming qualities and represents rebirth and hope. This precious gem has also been linked for a very long time to stories of unwavering love, loyalty, and honesty. This enchanted gemstone certainly lives up to its promise of boosting the wearer’s appearance—from informal meetings to formal dinners and everything in between.

There are countless meanings connected to the eternal Emerald. This stone is translated as the “green stone” in Persian. It also has modern importance with the mention of the Emerald City in the classic musical fantasy Wizard of Oz. The lovely stone imbues its wearer with all the calming qualities of verdant green meadows. This stunning gem is healing and represents everything good, including love, truth, growth, the future, youth, and hope. View some of our timeless and breathtakingly beautiful suggestions for emerald jewelry.

Also Read: Different Types of Emerald Gemstone

Emerald Diamond Pendants

The emerald’s seductive green hues will carry you to a joyful realm. When wearing emerald jewelry, people often fall in love with the alluring color of the green gem. Dainty pendants are making quite a comeback in the world of fashion and jewelry, and can give you all the ‘Bridgerton’ vibes you need!

Emerald Infinity Bracelets

An emerald bracelet elegantly draws attention to the wrist, which is sure to give your look a classy appeal. What’s even more spectacular? This mystical jewel bestows upon you good luck! When it comes to bracelets for women, this gorgeous Emerald and Diamond Infinity Link Bracelet has our hearts. Spaced out lush green emeralds are held in claw settings on this sophisticated and graceful 14k yellow gold infinity bracelet.

Bling With an Emerald Ring!

A ring enthusiast ? Emerald engagement rings are a dramatic choice that makes a powerful proclamation of love. In addition, they demonstrate a mature sense of humility in a partnership.

Emerald-centered rings reveal a lot about the wearer’s character. These rinds are believed to bestow luck, wealth, and good health upon those who were born in the month of May.

Emerald Earrings

Looking to brighten your day with gorgeous gemstone-encrusted earrings that illuminate your face? These ethereal emerald earrings need to go in your shopping cart! Floating amid glimmering teardrop frames are pear-shaped rich green emeralds in prong settings. These are linked to diamond-studded tops with additional bezel-set accents.

Emerald jewelry, especially emerald earrings, play an extraordinary role in making you stand out from the crowd with their captivating and exquisite allure.

Also Read: Emerald Gemstones Astrological Benefits

Sapphire – The Prosperity Gemstone

Sapphires are one of the most expensive gemstones in the world. Sapphire comes in a range of hues, including blue, pink, and yellow. However, the blue variant is the most popular and expensive. This gorgeous gemstone will never cease to astound you with its deep ocean blue hues!

It’s simple to match a sapphire item of jewelry, like sapphire earrings, with your style.

It is not surprising that this stone is known as the “stone of prosperity.” Sapphires’ restoring properties are supposed to help lower anxiety and promote inner tranquility. View a few of our recommendations for Sapphire-embellished jewelry pieces.

Also Read: What Does Sapphire Symbolize?

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Wedding Bands

The royal diamond, thanks to Princess Diana and her 12-carat sapphire engagement ring, is a favorite amongst modern brides and makes for a stunning impression. Take a look at Angara’s sapphire engagement ring collection online to find your forever jewel.

Pink Sapphire Pendants

Pink sapphires are gorgeous jewels that are becoming more and more popular. Light pink sapphires, orange-hued pink sapphires, purplish pink sapphires, and just about every color, in between, are all available.

Pink sapphires represent sincerity, commitment, and trust. The rise in demand for pink sapphire engagement rings is a result of the gemstone’s rising popularity. In contrast to a white diamond or a blue sapphire, many brides choose the distinctive, feminine color. Check out the pink sapphires jewelry collection online at Angara.

Also Read: Pink Sapphire Gemstones Astrological Benefits

Value Order of Precious Stones

What comes to mind when you consider precious gemstones? Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, and Sapphires—right? However, the notion that diamonds are the most valuable gemstone is untrue; in reality, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds are far more priceless.

You might be surprised to learn that there are precious stones that are more expensive and rarer than these well-known ones.

Gemstones are cherished for their incomparable beauty, emotive symbolism, and their market value.

The most expensive and sought-after gemstones in the world today are:

• Tanzanite
• Black Opal
• Musgravite
• Red Beryl
• Alexandrite
• Emerald
• Ruby
• Diamond

The Logical Debate

When you take all the precious stones into account, there are certain things that stand out. Except for emerald (hardness rating of 7.5 to 8), the rest of the gems are exceptionally strong (hardness rating from 9 to 10). In their purest form, they are also translucent and blessed with a rich color. This is a traditional form of distinction between precious and semi-precious stones. However, there are certain gems with qualities that will make you question this bifurcation. For instance, the garnet is not considered a precious stone and is relatively inexpensive. But there’s a green variety of garnet known as tsavorite which looks very similar to the emerald. In reality, however, this gem has a higher value and will demand a steep price in comparison to an average-quality emerald.

Similarly when set against diamond, the violet-blue tanzanite is a relatively new gemstone. But in addition to showcasing eye-catching beauty it also happens to be much rarer than diamonds. This is because tanzanite can only be found in one part of the world – northern Tanzania. Its limited availability and exceptional splendor has made it a highly desirable gem in today’s time. However, it is still classified as a semi-precious stone.

Lab-Grown Precious Gems

Synthetic versions of precious gems are also available in the market. Yes, diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds can also be manufactured in labs. These synthetic creations are optically, chemically and physically identical to the natural ones, but are comparatively inexpensive. As a matter of fact, large quantities of synthetic diamonds are manufactured for industrial use as abrasives. Gem-quality lab diamonds have also gained popularity in recent times.

The truly amazing aspect of these synthetic precious gems is that they are made of the same mineral and are colored by the same trace elements. These lab-created marvels also possess the same hardness, density and showcase similar color spectrum and refractive index. The only difference is that they’re not born inside the core of the earth like the natural ones are.

Conclusion

In the big vibrant world of gemstones, there has to be one that truly speaks to you and connects with your inner vibration. Whether that’s a diamond, a ruby, or an emerald, everybody has their favorite gemstone that they resonate with. Whether precious or semi-precious, each gemstone gives the piece of jewelry a distinct quality. Pick jewels and hues that speak to you and your style and shine bright wherever you go!