A wonderful contemporary ring featuring a large emerald-cut aquamarine of approximately 7ct, set in a sleek, architectural bezel setting in 18ct white gold. The clean lines of the setting let the aquamarine take centre stage, creating a striking statement piece with a distinctly modern, minimalist feel.
About Aquamarine
Aquamarine is a variety of the mineral beryl, part of the same family as emerald, and gets its pale blue to blue-green colour from traces of iron. Ranking 7.5–8 on the Mohs hardness scale, it is a durable and hardwearing gemstone well suited to rings and other jewellery worn regularly. Its name derives from the Latin for "water of the sea," a fitting description of its clear, cool tone, which ranges from a very pale, icy blue to a deeper, more saturated blue depending on the stone's iron content.
Aquamarine is the traditional birthstone for March and is associated with calm, clarity and courage, historically believed by sailors to be a talisman for safe sea travel. Large, clean aquamarines like this 7ct stone are relatively accessible compared to gems such as emerald or sapphire of a similar size, making aquamarine a popular choice for those wanting an impressively sized centre stone at a more attainable price point. The emerald cut, as used here, suits aquamarine particularly well, as its long, open facets showcase the stone's clarity and allow the colour to read evenly across the surface.
Is aquamarine a durable gemstone for everyday wear? Yes — aquamarine ranks 7.5–8 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it a durable choice for rings, though as with most coloured gemstones, it's sensible to avoid knocks against hard surfaces.
Why are large aquamarines more affordable than similarly sized diamonds or emeralds? Aquamarine occurs more abundantly in nature and is typically found with fewer inclusions, meaning larger clean stones are more readily available, which keeps prices comparatively lower even at substantial carat weights.
Store Location: Wallingford
Ring Size: N
Gemstones: Central emerald cut aquamarine approximately 7ct.
Hallmarks: Stamped 750 and 18k for 18ct gold.
Measurements: 18mm top to bottom, 12mm wide
Item Code: LL58
A wonderful contemporary ring featuring a large emerald-cut aquamarine of approximately 7ct, set in a sleek, architectural bezel setting in 18ct white gold. The clean lines of the setting let the aquamarine take centre stage, creating a striking statement piece with a distinctly modern, minimalist feel.
About Aquamarine
Aquamarine is a variety of the mineral beryl, part of the same family as emerald, and gets its pale blue to blue-green colour from traces of iron. Ranking 7.5–8 on the Mohs hardness scale, it is a durable and hardwearing gemstone well suited to rings and other jewellery worn regularly. Its name derives from the Latin for "water of the sea," a fitting description of its clear, cool tone, which ranges from a very pale, icy blue to a deeper, more saturated blue depending on the stone's iron content.
Aquamarine is the traditional birthstone for March and is associated with calm, clarity and courage, historically believed by sailors to be a talisman for safe sea travel. Large, clean aquamarines like this 7ct stone are relatively accessible compared to gems such as emerald or sapphire of a similar size, making aquamarine a popular choice for those wanting an impressively sized centre stone at a more attainable price point. The emerald cut, as used here, suits aquamarine particularly well, as its long, open facets showcase the stone's clarity and allow the colour to read evenly across the surface.
Is aquamarine a durable gemstone for everyday wear? Yes — aquamarine ranks 7.5–8 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it a durable choice for rings, though as with most coloured gemstones, it's sensible to avoid knocks against hard surfaces.
Why are large aquamarines more affordable than similarly sized diamonds or emeralds? Aquamarine occurs more abundantly in nature and is typically found with fewer inclusions, meaning larger clean stones are more readily available, which keeps prices comparatively lower even at substantial carat weights.
Store Location: Wallingford
Ring Size: N
Gemstones: Central emerald cut aquamarine approximately 7ct.
Hallmarks: Stamped 750 and 18k for 18ct gold.
Measurements: 18mm top to bottom, 12mm wide
Item Code: LL58
