Gemstone Tuesday--A DAY LATE! 💙✨September’s birthstone is sapphire — also the traditional gemstone for 5th and 45th wedding anniversaries.Sapphires are a beautiful choice for engagement and wedding rings, not only because they’re durable (9 on MOHS hardness scale), but also because of their meaning. Traditionally, sapphires symbolize faithfulness, sincerity, truth, and nobility.They’re available in many shapes, sizes, qualities, and price points, making them wonderfully versatile for custom designs. These rings feature Chatham lab-created blue sapphires, known for their rich color and exceptional clarity.Lab-created sapphires offer the beauty of natural sapphires in a sustainable, budget-friendly option. 💍Would you choose a classic blue sapphire or a unique sapphire color? ...
Metals Monday ✨The same metals can create very different looks depending on how they’re layered.Both of these rings are Mokume made with 18K yellow gold, 14K palladium white gold, 14K red gold, and sterling silver.Our standard “A” metal combination includes a layer of sterling silver between each layer of gold. The Kirameki “KMA” combination also places silver between the gold layers, but with a thicker silver layer — giving the ring a brighter overall look. 💍Which do you prefer: the classic “A” combination or the brighter “KMA” look? ...