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The aquamarine gemstone<\/a> mirrors the colour of the ocean and is the birthstone for those born in March. Its name fits its serene blue hue as it\u2019s taken from the Latin \u2018aqua marina\u2019 meaning \u2018sea water\u2019 and symbolises harmony, courage, and communication. In this guide there will be tips on choosing it as your engagement ring<\/a> stone covering the colour, durability and settings. Now let\u2019s delve into why you should consider including the aquamarine in your engagement ring. \u00a0<\/p>\n

Why Choose an Aquamarine Engagement Ring?<\/h2>\n

An aquamarine has sentimental significance, making it a special choice for an engagement ring.\u00a0 Aquamarines symbolise hope, health and fertility and are felt to deliver the wearer feelings of happiness, clarity of thought and courage. Whilst diamonds<\/a> are the most popular engagement ring gemstone choice, an aquamarine ring<\/a> provides itself as a fresh and distinctive alternative, making your engagement ring feel even more rare and precious.<\/p>\n

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Aquamarine Colour Variations and What to Look For:<\/h2>\n

The aquamarine is known for its beautiful blue colour, but is available in multiple shades and can appear different depending on its cut and saturation \u2013 here is an overview on the variations.<\/p>\n

Shades of Blue<\/h3>\n

Aquamarine\u2019s colour range is narrow but they can appear in a variety of tones. A gemstone derivative of beryl, they are reminiscent of tropical waters. Some aquamarines are so pale they\u2019re almost clear, others are a dark blue or a greenish blue.<\/p>\n

Saturation & Tone<\/h3>\n

The most expensive aquamarines are richly saturated and light blue in colour. Typically, the more intense the colour is then the more valuable the aquamarine. Darker blue tones of aquamarine will also help mask any dirt or oil present on the ring, inevitable if worn every day. Aquamarine is pleochroic which means it can appear to change when viewed at a different angle.<\/p>\n

Cut & Clarity<\/h3>\n

Aquamarines are reflective and therefore emerald cuts and step cuts with sharp and straight angles are commonly used to accentuate the sparkle of the stone. Most faceted aquamarines have an eye-clean clarity meaning any inclusions and blemishes are not visible to the naked eye.<\/p>\n

Aquamarine Durability: How Suitable is it for Everyday Wear?<\/h2>\n

It sits at around a 7.5 or 8 on the Mohs scale of hardness, making it strong enough for regular wearing. However, it is important to take precautions when wearing your aquamarine ring, such as removing it before cleaning with chemicals that may discolour the stone and remove before doing sports or exercise as sweat, grease and dirt will affect the ring. In comparison to other gemstones like pearls<\/a>, opals<\/a> and turquoise<\/a> it is tougher and more suited to everyday wearing. It ranks similarly to emeralds<\/a> and slightly below sapphires<\/a> and rubies<\/a> and, the toughest of all, diamond ranking a 10.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Choosing the Perfect Setting for an Aquamarine Engagement Ring<\/h2>\n

Popular Settings for Aquamarine<\/h3>\n

The prong\/claw setting is a popular choice for an aquamarine ring as showcases the stones colour by allowing more light on the stone. For a sleek look, try the bezel\/collet setting, which will add protection to the stone. Vintage settings on the other hand are more intricate and romantic in detail.<\/p>\n

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Metal Choices<\/h3>\n

The metal used can enhance the beauty of the aquamarine. Generally, aquamarines work with any metal. White gold brings out the coolness and is especially good for more blue-toned aquamarines, opt for yellow gold for more green-toned stones and it will balance out the aquamarine as its warmer.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Accent Stones<\/h3>\n

The use of accent stones, such as diamonds, on an aquamarine ring, can provide some extra sparkle. If set in the shank it can enhance the main stone\u2019s sparkle or can create a halo effect when circled around the main stone. Accent stones can add some contrast to the feature stone making it stand out.<\/p>\n

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Finding the Right Shape for Your Aquamarine<\/h2>\n

Step cut designs, such as baguette, asscher and emerald cut aquamarines<\/a>, are faceted and will show off the aquamarines colour better than a brilliant cut. Whereas a brilliant cut, such as round, cushion and oval cut aquamarines<\/a>, reflect the light and hide inclusions in the facets.<\/p>\n

Round cuts are a classic engagement ring choice and lack sharp edges that will chip overtime and is able to easily accommodate diamonds to the design.<\/p>\n

Cushion cuts are almost square shaped with rounded corners and are easy to wear every day. The oval cut is a great option for a solitaire aquamarine ring, making the stone look larger. Cabochon cuts which are domed, polished and non-faceted are usually chosen when the aquamarine is fairly opaque.<\/p>\n

Aquamarine vs. Diamond: What\u2019s the Difference?<\/h2>\n

A diamond engagement ring is the most popular, classic choice which adds a certain rarity to choosing an aquamarine engagement ring. Diamonds are priced based on their carat weight and larger ones tend to be more expensive, whilst aquamarines are generally considered cheaper though you can still pay the same for an aquamarine ring as you would a diamond ring<\/a>, depending on the quality of each ring.<\/p>\n

On the Mohs scale of hardness, diamond is the most durable of all scoring a 10 and aquamarines are around 7.5 to 8, which is resistant enough to be worn daily. Clarity is more favourable with aquamarines as most faceted ones lack visible inclusions, some people even like the inclusions in aquamarines, whereas inclusions are typically not liked in diamonds and people pay more for higher clarity in diamonds.\u00a0 <\/p>\n

Both stones are symbolic of love and relationships. Aquamarines are associated with trust, harmony, tranquillity and general happiness and are used to celebrate long marriages, even believed to encourage partners to be more supportive, tolerant and understanding of each other. Diamonds are the stone for 60th and 75th wedding anniversaries and symbolise love, clarity, purity and fidelity, its natural durability signifies unbreakable strength, endurance and spiritual power.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Some of the unique qualities that make an aquamarine engagement ring stand out from a traditional diamond are its stunning blue colour in either vibrant or tranquil tones of blue\/greenish blue, it\u2019s aforementioned symbolism, it offers sparkle and compliments multiple metals, its durable, eye catching and works well alongside diamonds if you wanted to incorporate both stones into your engagement ring.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Caring for Your Aquamarine Engagement Ring<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s important to regularly care for your aquamarine ring to maintain its quality. Avoid wearing the ring when cleaning or doing sports\/exercise as chemicals, dirt, grease and oils can age the stone and it may get damaged. When not wearing the ring, ensure it is stored safely, such as in a jewellery box<\/a>, away from dust. You can enlist a jeweller to check the setting, and clean the ring once year and keep it in pristine condition. If you\u2019re wearing the ring all the time, consider cleaning it more frequently at home.<\/p>\n

How to clean the aquamarine ring at home:<\/h3>\n