Gemstone Engagement Rings
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3.42ctw Genuine Diamond Tanzanite Ring 14k Solid White Gold, Wedding Engagement Ring
Magnificent engagement ring adorned with Tanzanite and surrounded by dozens of high-quality diamonds. **This gemstone ring is quite rare so order now before it goes out of stock**
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14K Yellow or White Gold Diamond and Oval Gemstone Engagement Ring-Garnet-full, half sizes from 5-8.5
An elegant engagement ring with a Red, Oval Garnet Gemstone. Available in both white and yellow gold with a current price of only $280 on Amazon.
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14K Yellow or White Gold Diamond and Octagon Gemstone Engagement Ring-Amethyst-full, half sizes from 5-8.5
This unique engagement ring has a purple Garnet gemstone surrounded by gorgeous diamonds and has the option of being in either white or yellow gold. Price is currently only $250.
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14K Yellow or White Gold Diamond-Burst Pear Gemstone Engagement Ring-Emerald-full, half sizes from 5-8.5
This beauty's focal point is the green Emerald stone and can come in either white or yellow gold. Current price on amazon is only $380.
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14K Yellow or White Gold Diamond and Petite Oval Gemstone Engagement Ring-Blue Sapphire-full, half sizes from 5-8.5
Blue sapphire, one of the most unique gemstone colors, is the primary color in this beautiful engagement ring. The oval gemstone on this ring is encapsulated with varying-sized diamonds. Available in yellow or white gold, this ring sells for only $288.
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14K Yellow or White Gold Marquis Gemstone Engagement Ring-Aquamarine-full, half sizes from 5-8.5
This aquamarine gemstone engagement ring is quite a catch! It's available in both white and yellow gold and sells for $493 right now on Amazon.
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Gemstone engagement rings come in a wide range of varieties, colors, designs and prices so they have a wide appeal. These types of engagement rings are designed to center your attention on a beautiful gemstone which is usually front and center.
There are a number of different types of gemstones in existence, so if you're looking for a particular color or cut in your gemstone, you'll likely find it if you look long enough. Pretty much every color of the rainbow can be found for a gemstone engagement ring.
Gemstone Engagement Rings- The Process
The process of making a gemstone engagement ring is actually quite simple. A gemstone is first taken and smoothed out through a basic process of spinning in a chamber over a long period of time. Usually a small amount of chemically-fused powder is added to help smooth the gems.
After the gems are smoothed, they are prepared and cut according to the ring manufacturer's desire. Once that's done, the smooth gems are then put into the ring an voila- the gemstone engagement ring is created!
Different Types of Gemstones
There are a number of different fine and rare stones that qualify as a "gemstone". Here's an exhaustive list of gemstones:
Agate
| Alexandrite
| Amazonite
| Amber
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Amethyst
| Ametrine
| Apatite
| Aquamarine
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Aragonite
| Aventurine
| Azurite
| Beryl
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Bloodstone
| Calcite
| Carnelian
| Cat's Eye
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Chalcedony
| Charoite
| Chrysoberyl
| Chrysolite
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Chrysoprase
| Citrine
| Coral
| Diamond
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Emerald
| Fluorite
| Garnet
| Hawk's Eye
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Hematite
| Iolite
| Jade
| Jasper
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Kunzite
| Labradorite
| Lapis Lazuli
| Malachite
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Marcasite
| Moonstone
| Mother of Pearl
| Obsidian
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Onyx
| Opal
| Opalite
| Pearl
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Peridot
| Quartz
| Rhodochrosite
| Rhodonite
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Rock Crystal
| Ruby
| Sapphire
| Sardonyx
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Serpentine
| Sodalite
| Spinel
| Sugilite
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Sunstone
| Tanzanite
| Tiger Eye
| Topaz
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Tourmaline
| Tsavorite
| Turquoise
| Unakite
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Zircon
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Below is a photo of some gemstones that have already gone through the smoothing process.
![Gemstones commonly used in jewelry such as engagement rings [click to enlarge]](http://z.hubpages.com/u/1504190_f260.jpg "Click to see full-size image.")
Meaning of Gemstones used in Engagement Rings
A big part of what makes gemstones so unique is the meaning behind each precious stone. If you wanted an engagement ring that symbolizes innocence and constancy, you'd be interested in a diamond engagement ring. Or if you wanted to get an engagement ring that represents a solid, unwavering friendship you could get a garnet gemstone engagement ring.
Yet another example of unique gemstone engagement rings might be emerald engagement rings. The emerald gemstone represents faith and hope.
Regardless of the gemstone in an engagement ring, they each have a rich story behind them. Show your girlfriend how much you care about her by researching the meaning behind the ring and sharing it with her after you propose!
Click here for one of the most thorough research guides for meanings behind gemstones that I've found online.
Non-Gemstone Engagement Rings
If you're looking for a different type of engagement ring or if gemstone rings simply don't appeal to you, consider your alternatives:
- Celtic Engagement Rings
- Three Stone Engagement Rings
- Affordable Engagement Rings
- Build Your Own Engagement Ring
- Cheap Diamond Engagement Rings
- Expensive Engagement Rings
Rare Gemstones in the News
- ‘Tis the season to invest inMoney Observer25 hours ago
This Christmas will hopefully be a time when families come together, shut the door on the economic gloom and share some festive cheer, even if it is on a more frugal scale than in years gone by.
- Cautious optimism reigns at diamond rallyMmegi22 hours ago
The Managing Director of De Beers has pointed to rising unemployment, low expectations of holiday sales and the static price of polished goods in the US as compelling reasons for being cautious about the recovery of the diamond industry.
- Bonhams to auction five-pound 'Princess' pearlNational Jeweler4 days ago
Los Angeles--Bonhams and Butterfields will auction off what is believed to be the world's second-largest documented pearl, a five-pound gem found off the coast of the Philippines that has been dubbed the "Palawan Princess."
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- Encyclopedia of Gemstones
This gemstone encyclopedia includes everything you'd want to know about a ton of different types of gemstones. It matches each type of gemstone with a description, color, care/treatment suggestions, deposit locations and much more. - Gemstone Guide from Wikipedia
Wikipedia offers a ton more information regarding gemstones that will help you learn more about them if that's what you wanted to do.
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2 months ago
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