Rubies - a Rare Gem

The Hot Trend For Diamonds & Ruby Jewelry

One of the latest trends in bridal jewelry today is a splash of brilliant red flash.

Diamonds and rubies in jewelry comes in all kinds of interesting and creative designs.

One of the most popular styles of eternity rings are multiple rubies set in a band of diamonds. The visual effect of the blood red ruby wedding band is particularly startling against the whiteness of a diamond. It is also flattering on any color of skin. Today you are just as likely to see diamonds and rubies in wedding rings on new brides.

So, Why Choose Rubies & Diamonds for Your Wedding Jewelry?
It might just have to do with the symbolism of the color red. Red symbolizes love, warmth and vitality. In Feng Shui it is considered to be the color of prosperity. It also looks particularly good cut in a heart shape and surrounded by diamonds in the ring. The diamond and ruby wedding ring is also very romantic. The glittering red ruby provides stark contrast to the glittering white diamonds.

The word ruby comes form the Latin word "rubens" which means "red." Ruby red is a color in itself and is used to refer to brilliant reds that are warm and fiery in color. The stone also symbolizes fire and blood, which of course equates to erotic and sexual passion. The flashing of its natural fire also symbolizes the beating of the human heart. A diamond and ruby wedding ring set is the perfect mix of Fire and Ice.

The Absolutely Most Expensive Rubies are the Star Rubies
When cut in a half shape it displays a star with six rays that moves across the surface of the stones. If such a stone does appeal to you keep in mind that the ones with the best value have a star that shines in the center of the stone and not slightly off to the side of the gem.

When shopping for a diamond and ruby ring you might want to consider what professional jewelers refer to as "the silk of the ruby." This is a deep glow that some rubies have that also gives them a soft yet brilliant appearance. This effect, which is caused by hundreds of microscopic scars in the stone, is also sometimes referred to as "asterism." The rubies that boast complete asterism are the Star Rubies.

What is nice about a ruby is that you can match the color of the stone to suit the preferences of the bride. Like people, rubies display quite a bit of personality and like a soul mate, the ruby with the perfect hue can take a lot of time and effort to find.

Engagement Rings Have Various Designs

An Engagement Ring is Important To Her

The diamond ring is perhaps is the most important piece of jewelry she’ll own and that you'll give.

Wedding bands can express our unique personality, as well. In fact, one of the chicest ways to wear your jewelry is by forgoing the bridal set altogether and opting for an eternity ring which are encirlced stones on the band symbolizing a love without beginning or end.

This ring style throws off sparkle from every visible surface, like a little galaxy of bright stars orbiting your finger.

Vintage
Yearning for some good old fashioned romance? Jewelry designs are simulating those your great-grandmother, even your great-great grandmother would’ve worn. Contemporary brides-to-be are happily going the retro route, embracing a look that’s at once both delicate and incredibly detailed.

Settings covered with intricate handiwork like carved scrolling, delicate floral and filigree patterns and airy latticework. Stones also reflect an antique aesthetic — cushion, round, pillow and Asscher cuts are classic shapes and their larger facets radiate more fire under less light (this was especially important in the past when the main sources of illumination were candles).

Another reason to consider these bygone beauties — the shanks shine with ornate diamond micro-pavé, milgrain beading and intricate engraving for extra overall bling that still radiates pure class.

Pavé
The pavé technique involves setting smaller stones so close together that no metal can be seen between them, thus maximizing the wattage of the ring without pushing the cost into the stratosphere.

For example — diminutive diamonds are nestled together to give the impression of one larger stone. But this cunning effect isn’t the only, or even the primary, reason that pavé is seeing a resurgence among those betrothed. The intensive piece-work is also breathtakingly beautiful when used to accent a bigger center stone. You’ll see a myriad of traditional rings with dazzling fully faceted, pavé-set diamonds encrusted on the band (sometimes on three sides) and winding their way up the basket to the solitaire.

Non-Traditional
I know what women want. Well, at least when it comes to our modern engagement rings. We’d like them to reflect our individual sense of style and represent the love we share with our intended. Classic rings like the diamond solitaire are enduringly popular, but gaining ground are designs that are decidedly out of the ordinary.

Colored stones have transcended trend and are now widely available and quite affordable (especially if we aren’t talking colored diamonds). Sapphires, rubies and emeralds are all properly precious stones whose hardness is suitable for this most important piece of jewelry.


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14k Yellow & White Gold Jewelry

Analysis: GOLD

Gold's Popularity Keeps Jewelry Demand High Be It Yellow or White

Gold prices have been on a steady incline over the past year, but the growing price tag seems to have had little effect on the overall global demand for gold jewelry.

While individuality and a lack of rules characterize fashion, here are a few suggested guidelines: Yellow Gold works fabulously with the current ethnic-inspired trends which have been a fashion fore-runner for several years. Black and white clothing calls for basic white gold jewelry.

Trends in jewelry fashion also include wedding jewelry, evident by the growing popularity of the 3 stone engagement ring. Metal choice should depend on stones and design. White gold is preferable for diamonds as diamonds are shinier with the white gold background, and yellow gold is better for more fashion-oriented styles.

As for wedding jewelry, women like the wedding band to make a statement. The unbroken circle is an age-old symbol of eternity. The diamond eternity ring symbolizes the never ending love of the couple. The circle of diamonds is thought of as to be endless, timeless and suggests an unbroken wholeness in time.

White Gold Jewelry - An Affordable Substitute For Platinum
White gold jewelry is widely accepted in place of platinum. Jewelry made with platinum comes with the heftiest price tag as compared to gold or other metals. White gold jewelry catches the eye but has to be replated every 6 months or so.

Various designs look absolutely stunning in this form of gold. If you love diamonds, combine them with white gold and you will have a sparkling piece of jewelry. White gold was specially developed as the substitute for platinum in making jewelry. Platinum jewelry is very expensive in comparison to white gold jewelry and the marriage season calls in for heavy demand of white gold jewelry. At Elsa Jewelry, we can make the jewelry as per custom design or choose from our quality selection of wedding jewelry.

Well-crafted white gold jewelry will brighten up your look and keep you shimmering throughout your wedding.