Is a ruby a sapphire?

Sapphires and rubies are the names given to the coloured gemstone varieties of corundum. Ruby is the name given to red coloured corundum and sapphire is the name for all other colours. A ruby engagement ring is a romantic and timeless choice.

Can you wear a ruby engagement ring every day?

Rubies are rated 9 on the MOHs scale of hardness which means they are quite resistant to being scratched. This makes them an ideal choice for a coloured gemstone engagement ring that can be worn every day.

Are rubies rarer than diamonds?

Yes, rubies are rarer than diamonds, particularly as size and quality increases. They can also command a higher price per carat. The most important factor that affects a ruby’s value is its colour. The most desirable rubies have a vibrant red colour that’s not too orange and not too pink. Inclusions that reduce transparency or brightness may negatively impact the value of a ruby engagement ring.

What are the most common shaped cuts for ruby engagement rings?

While you can find rubies in a wide variety of shapes, the most common cut for a ruby is the oval. This is because the shape fits well into the natural crystal with little wasted material. It is also one of the best shapes for drawing out the deep colour of the gemstone.

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Jim Rose

00:48 14 Jan 22

So stoked that we were referred to Fleur and the team and Larsen Jewellery.They captured our thoughts and delivered a ring that surpassed our expectations, something that will be in our family for generations to come.

Irene

04:05 12 Jan 22

Got wedding rings in December which we needed ready within a relatively short amount of time. We were assisted by Jacinta, who was very helpful and absolutely delightful to deal with and made the experience a breeze. The rings were beautifully crafted, we just love them so much! Would definitely recommend Larsen for anyone after an easy, relaxed experience when shopping for a wedding ring.

Emily Kate Cowan

12:00 07 Jan 22

My fiancé and I first went to Larsen Jewellery because he was interested in their mokume-gane wedding bands. I already had my wedding band but had been having difficulty finding my engagement ring. We both found Jacinta Mainstone so helpful and pleasant that when she offered to design me an engagement ring too, I happily handed over my detailed design brief.I wanted something that would complement my wedding band but not imitate it, with a ‘garden’ theme. Jacinta ‘got’ my aesthetic perfectly. She is not only skilled in designing jewellery to suit her client’s style; she also communicates her vision in excellent detail. She showed us physical examples of design features to find out what I liked, sketched her ideas by hand, sculpted blu-tak on to a pre-existing ring to show a 3D ‘model’ of how her ideas would play out in scale, and then arranged for lifelike 3D renders of the final design to be emailed to us with her helpful notes.I had the opportunity to choose my stone from a selection Jacinta sourced for us to view. I wanted a peachy-coloured stone and am also intrigued by gems that are a bit quirky, with inclusions or characterful ‘imperfections’, but not cloudy. Jacinta excelled, finding me my incredible colour-changing burgundy sapphire. In daylight this stone is predominantly peachy pink, but in the evenings is burgundy or plum-coloured. It also surprises me with amethyst, cognac or even aquamarine hues in different lighting conditions. It is like something from a fantasy novel.I now have a custom-made engagement ring that constantly changes and delights me, that I will never tire of. Both the design and workmanship are exquisite, the process was straightforward and rather exciting, and price was extremely reasonable. I found the whole experience with Larsen Jewellery to be ethical and transparent, and neither my fiancé or I were pressured or cajoled at any point – which anyone planning a wedding will find refreshing. I have been recommending Larsen Jewellery and Jacinta Mainstone to family and friends ever since. I feel very fortunate that we found them.

Jason Pulis

12:00 07 Jan 22

Working with Jacinta and the team at Larsen Jewellery was an absolute pleasure. The consults were very comprehensive covering all design aspects of our wedding band and engagement ring. Jacinta was warm, professional and engaged in the process from the initial consult right to presenting us with the finished pieces. The rings were made exactly as designed and look incredible, with care and attention to detail and exquisite craftsmanship. Thanks Jacinta and to all the team at Larsen.

Chris

00:22 31 Dec 21

What can I say but what an excellent experience all around. From the moment I found the Larsen website, I knew that Larsen's would be able to create an engagement ring for me that would fit my brief. Working closely with Rod Sanders, he was able to create and deliver within a tight timeframe an absolutely stunning engagement ring. I look forward to working with Rod again in the future and highly recommend Larsen's being your first and last stop for engagement ring shopping.

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