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Rare Engagement Ring Gems
Rare Gems 101: A Guide to the Rarest Gemstones. A collectors choice for blue-chip investments; A versatile idea for a custom-made Engagement Ring
Alexandrite
**Alexandrite** is famous for its color-changing ability. It can look green in daylight and red or purplish under incandescent light. Mining Locations are Russia, Brazil, Sri Lanka, and East Africa (like Tanzania and Madagascar). Alexandrite Cat's Eye is a special version of alexandrite that displays a chatoyant effect (a narrow band of light that moves across the surface).
Rubellite Tourmaline and Paraiba Tourmaline
Rubellite Tourmaline is a vibrant pink to red variety of tourmaline. It is loved for its lively color and is often used in fine jewelry. Mining Locations are Brazil, Nigeria, Afghanistan, and Madagascar.
Paraiba Tourmaline is a rare and striking blue to green stone, known for its neon-like colors. It gets its unique color from copper Mining Locations are Brazil (specifically the Paraiba state), Nigeria, andMozambique
Fancy Color Diamonds
Fancy-color diamonds are diamonds that come in colors other than the typical clear or white. They can be yellow, pink, blue, green, and even more rare colors like purple or orange. The intensity of the color affects their value. Mining Locations are Australia** (famous for pink diamonds), South Africa, Russia, Canada**
Spinel
Spinel is often confused with ruby and sapphire due to its bright colors, including red, pink, and blue. It’s durable and offers great brilliance. Mining Locations are Myanmar (Burma), Tanzania, and Sri Lanka
Mahenge Spinel comes from the Mahenge region of Tanzania and is known for its vibrant pink to red colors, making it especially desirable.
These rare gems are not only beautiful but also unique, making them excellent choices for engagement rings or special jewelry pieces!