One of the most emotionally meaningful pieces of jewelry anyone would love to wear or treasure is the engagement ring. All of us would love that this precious ring is uniquely personal. And this all can be achieved by customizing it in different ways in different styles. These different styles can be about placing birthstones of different sizes, with different gemstones at different places in different settings.
These different styles can incorporate birthstones of various sizes, with different gemstones placed in unique settings.
Let's explore different styles through which engagement rings can be personalized with birthstones.
But, before that you should know about your birthstone in a little detail….
You might be aware of the birthstones for your month, but it's important to know about their durability and other properties too. The Mohs Scale of Hardness measures the durability and scratch resistance of various gemstones. Some gemstones are durable and can be opted for in day-to-day wear, like diamonds. They are one of the hardest natural substances, scoring a perfect 10 on the scale. While garnets with a score of 6.5 are the softest. Tougher gemstones are usually more popular for engagement rings, but we have ways to help softer birthstones last longer.
Pearls are considered very delicate and can easily get scratched or damaged. They rank 2.5 on the Mohs Scale of Hardness, which indicates their low durability. June-born babies looking for durable options should consider tougher options like moonstone and alexandrite instead of pearls.
Birthstone for different months and their hardness value:
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Why Birthstones for your Engagement Ring?
An engagement ring with a birthstone symbolizes your unique taste and identity. It is a meaningful way of expressing your choice and connection with this particular jewelry piece. Birthstones with their own symbolism and cultural significance add a personal touch to your engagement ring.
You get a chance to explore creative and vibrant designs with a wide range of colors which can be combined with diamonds or other gemstones for a stunning look.
This is a budget-friendly option too, as some birthstones are more affordable than traditional diamonds.
Different Styles To Personalize Your Engagement Ring with Birthstone
There are several ways to incorporate birthstones into your engagement ring: let’s check out some of the traditional and stylish options:
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Solitaire Engagement Ring
One of the best ways to showcase a gemstone’s natural beauty is by crafting it in a traditional solitaire setting. This design speaks up loud due to its simple and effective appeal. It ensures maximum sparkle, as the light enters and exits from all angles due to raised prongs. So, whatever may be your birthstone diamond, ruby, sapphire, emerald, etc, this setting will expose it the best.
This eye-catching design is perfect for durable gemstones and for softer ones, a protective rub-over setting is recommended to ensure gemstone safety. Your birthstone gets all the attention, as there are no other stones to cause distraction.
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Trilogy Engagement Ring With Birthstones Flanking A Diamond
The trilogy engagement ring as the name suggests will have three stones placed closely together on the shank. This is a classic style in which colored stones and diamonds complement each other's beauty beautifully. This engagement ring typically refers to a larger diamond in the center and smaller birthstones on each side of the diamond.
This style is perfect for the occasion as it symbolizes the past, present, and future of a relationship. So, most of the couples choose it for its symbolism. The three stones are arranged in a row, to create a balanced and elegant look that seems visually appealing.
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A Birthstone Halo Engagement Ring
A halo engagement ring makes a big visual impact. A ring of the same size of small gemstones surrounds a central stone. These small birthstones are tightly packed in metal prongs or beads, creating a stunning visual effect that makes the central stone look larger and more brilliant. Smaller stones are more durable and this halo setting works well for both diamond as well as birthstones.
Because of their hardness and classic appeal diamonds and moissanites are considered the best central stones. Rubies and sapphires are the other great options. People born in other months like May and September can choose a halo of diamonds or other gemstones to encircle their birthstones.
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A Solitaire Diamond with Birthstones on the Shoulders of the Ring
Not only the top but decorating the sides of the ring is also equally important. Check out this exclusive diamond engagement ring with small birthstones engraved on the shoulders. Isn’t it impressive?
Tiny gemstones on the shank add a touch of charm to the piece. For affordable options, you can choose a combination of moissanite and lab-grown colored stones.
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A Secret Setting
Isn't the idea of an engagement ring with a secret setting lovely?
This setting will hide birthstones on the band. You don’t need to worry, if your birthstone is delicate or tough, shiny or not, as this setting will add that personal touch, without changing the look much.
Wrapping Up:
An engagement ring is a deeply meaningful piece of jewelry that can be personalized with birthstones for a unique touch. Knowing your birthstone is important, but understanding its durability matters too. For example, diamonds are highly durable, while pearls, ranking 2.5-4.5 on the Mohs scale of hardness, are delicate. For vibrant and budget-friendly options one can check creative designs with a combination of diamond and colored gemstones. Styles like solitaire, trilogy, halo, hidden and shoulder-set designs are some of the best choices for personalization. Personalize your engagement ring with birthstones to get a stylish and meaningful piece of your taste.
