September Sapphires
Sapphires are the stone of September and a beautiful one at that! Known mostly for their mesmerizing blue hue, they are one of four precious gemstones and have long been admired in the luxury jewelry market. These stones make an elegant and stunning alternative to their pricey diamond counterpart. Most people remember the sapphire as the jewel Prince William used to propose to Kate Middleton a few years ago, but there is a lot about sapphires most people aren’t aware of.
Sapphires are one of the Four Precious Gemstones
A stone becomes a gem when it is transformed from its original form into a polished jewel. Not every stone is a gemstone; this is because some are considered more precious than others. Because of this, only four stones fall under the title of precious gemstone, sapphires being one of them, along with diamonds, emeralds, and rubies. Any other gemstones are referred to as semi-precious.
Sapphires Come in Many Colors
The most common, blue sapphire, gets its coloring from the presence of iron and titanium, but many people don’t realize that sapphires can appear in an array of colors including pink, orange, yellow, green, and purple. Sapphires that aren’t blue are referred to as fancy sapphires. While there are other colors to choose from, the deep blue is definitely the most sought after version. Even among the blue sapphires, those with a deeper purple coloring are valued higher than those with a green tint. Like any other jewel, the cut and clarity is also an important factor.
The Cut of a Sapphire
Although a sapphire’s color is its most unique feature, its cut is a close second. The reason for this is because the way these gemstones are cut directly affects its color. When cut correctly in the middle, a sapphire reflects light and color making it a stunning sight. If the center is dull and does not reflect these then it is considered a window and a sapphire with a large window typically calls for a cheaper price.
Before you pick your sapphire jewelry, be sure to check the way it was cut. Professional jewelers like ourselves will be able to give you a good idea of the value of a sapphire.
Sapphires are Durable to Wear
Aside from their brilliant beauty, sapphires are also one of the most unique and durable gemstones. Corundum makes up both sapphires and rubies and is one of the hardest crystal structures making the gemstone one of the best options for durable everyday wear! Ranked 1-10 sapphires are ranked just below diamonds at a 9. With this stone, you can be confident that it won’t scratch, chip, or break easily and will shine for years to come!
At Isbell Jewelers, we carry a large selection of sapphires and are happy to help you with a precious gemstone purchase today!
This beautiful heirloom brooch was gifted to a bride shortly before her wedding. She used it to accessorize her wedding dress. Look at how fun! Ten years later, that bride still wears the brooch and will gift it to her daughter one day. Maybe you have a specialpair of earrings, a necklace or a bracelet that was a gift to you that brings memories of that life event. Whether it be a pair of diamond or pearl studs, a gorgeous necklace, or an elegant bracelet, let us help you choose the perfect piece to share with your loved one. Do you have an older piece of jewelry that you would like to gift a younger loved one? We can give it a new cleaning or rebuild and revamp it into a style they will love!
Engraving is a time-honored way to literally etch memories forever. Below is a family heirloom that was engraved in the 1940s. It was passed from grandfather to his grandson’s bride after they were married. The grandfather and grandson shared the same initials and coincidentally so did his new bride and his grandmother. A year after their marriage, his grandfather passed away. This piece became even more special to this young couple. Isbell Jewelers can engrave almost any piece with a special message for your loved ones. Engraving takes an already thoughtful gift and memorializes it forever.
his wife at the birth of their first child, combines birthstones of the parents and new baby and engraving their names. Earrings, pendants, rings or bracelets with birthstones or anniversary stones are an elegant way and are always meaningful gifts. You can give any stone as an anniversary gift, but there are traditional stones for different anniversaries. Here at Isbell, we have a wide variety of birthstone and anniversary jewelry to choose from or we can help create a one of a kind custom piece for you or your loved ones. Here is a quick list of anniversary stones and birthstones. We would love to show you what gorgeous pieces we have showcasing these stones.
Charm bracelets and necklaces are a fun way to celebrate details of a loved one’s life with jewelry. This necklace has collected charms at each life event. As a gift from a mother to a daughter, a charm has been added for graduation, marriage and the birth of two children. So personal and sweet. Charms can be simple fun and quirky perhaps holding a fun secret or inside joke between the giver and receiver or they can be more sophisticated and elegant holding sacred the time commemorated. You choose what best speaks your style for the celebration!
