Is Aquamarine a Good Choice for an Engagement Ring

As we enter March, it’s perfect timing to explore the month’s birthstone. In particular, is aquamarine  a good choice for an engagement ring?

Aquamarine is a well-known gemstone said to bring courage and loyalty, and has a history that precedes it. It’s believed to link to the Roman God Neptune, with Roman fisherman using it for protection on the seas. Much like the colour range of its namesake, the hues vary depending on quality- from pale white, to flashes of deeper aqua and almost green.

Whilst known more for the fact that it’s like looking through water, rather than for its sparkle, it can have a charming glint. This depends on the cut and how you look after it.  Aquamarine dulls quickly, if worn every day. Natural oils from your hands and general wear lay on the surface, however, with a clean, they are restored to their ocean-like essence.

Design Tips

If a bigger sparkle is what you seek, this can be captured more in round cuts, because of the higher number of facets.

Emerald and straight cuts stand out in Art Deco styles or statement rings, showcasing the gemstone’s captivating nature. With this in mind, for a more dramatic look you may opt for a higher quality and size aquamarine. As a result, this can be more costly compared to other blue gemstone engagement rings,  like topaz or sapphire.

We often use Aquamarine as the centrepiece for an engagement ring, which is unsurprising given its depth of meaning and beauty. Of course, it’s often then paired with a classic diamond too. The crisp white sparkle of a diamond is a magnificent partner to the watery Aqua, especially in a white metal such as platinum.

However, with a budget and the right stone sourcing experts (us!) you can certainly achieve the desired look, where your aquamarine will be a show stopper.