The Beauty of Non-Diamond Engagement Rings

Is your soulmate one to skip to her own beat? Than you may want to consider non-diamond engagement rings. With brilliant marketing campaigns, such as “diamonds are forever”, and their stunning beauty, diamonds have been typically perceived as the norm for engagement rings. However, this hasn’t always been the case. In fact, prior to the 1930’s, other gemstones were often the centerpiece for engagement rings. At Schwanke-Kasten Jewelers, we’ll take a look at several non-diamond alternatives and why someone may opt to choose a precious gemstone for their engagement ring.

So why consider a non-diamond engagement ring? For one, you may have a family heirloom gemstone you can custom fit it as an engagement ring. This shows true love spanning generations and makes for a unique and deeply personal connection with the ring. You may opt to choose a ring based your bride-to-be’s birthstone.

Our SK Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring

This beautiful example of displaying a birthstone (Sapphire is September’s birthstone) as the centerpiece of an engagement ring.

Furthermore, precious gemstones typically have various metaphysical properties. One common example, which is a Roberto Coin motif, is the ruby (specifically touching the skin of the bearer). The ruby, worn close to the skin, is said to “promoted long life, health and happiness and even today it is believed to possess these magic powers including the extraordinary ability to give peace” (Roberto Coin). Or, you may simply just want to be unique and use a non-diamond gemstone. Either way, there are plenty of alternatives.

Make sure to stop by Schwanke-Kasten Jewelers to see how we can help you find, build and guide you to the perfect engagement ring!

Stop by Schwanke-Kasten Jewelers today to see our beautiful collection of both diamond & non-diamond engagement rings.