Pink Sapphire Rings " An Affordable Alternative to Pink Diamond Rings

By Fred Gagnon

Pink sapphire rings are the perfect gifts for the fifth and forty-fifth wedding anniversaries and for those who are celebrating their birthdays on September. Once believed by kings to protect from harm and envy, pink sapphire is calm and relaxing. Pink sapphires are also believed to heal emotional pain. Pink sapphire rings are stunning, yet highly affordable alternative to pink diamond rings.

The word sapphire means blue in Latin. Sapphires can be found in various colors and pink is one of these. Any colored sapphires other than blue are referred to as fancy sapphires or pink sapphires. Fancy sapphires are just made for lovers of individualized colored stone jewelry, purely for personal preference.

Pink sapphires, sometimes referred to as pink corundum, are a form of gemstone called corundum. While pure corundum is clear, pink sapphire contains traces of titanium oxide, which account for the pink coloration. Sapphire is 9.0 on the Mohs scale of hardness, making it the second hardest natural mineral.

The gemstone pink sapphire is believed to awaken emotional intelligence which fosters a strong sense of emotional identity. Some say that wearing pink sapphires can improve the ability to perceive energies, including gemstone energies. It is also believed by some to nourish and accelerate emotional development, ease emotional burdens and pains.

Pink sapphire rings in pale colors are the same with pink diamond. The deeper the pink color the more expensive its value. Pink sapphire rings are available in various ranges of colors. It ranges from pale pinks, to deep pinks and almost red color (ruby is the red variety of corundum).

Pink sapphire rings come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles that are created to look fantastic and draw many admiring glances. Increasing range of stylish and unique pink sapphire rings are now becoming available. Pink sapphires are a good choice for a ladies engagement ring, which are extremely personal and unusual.

Pink sapphires are cut into almost all of the known gemstone cuts, with cushion, emerald, pear and oval cuts being particularly popular these days. Pink sapphires can be made with a single or even multiple pink sapphires or a combination of pink sapphires with other gemstones like white diamonds.

Pink sapphire rings are a different yet wonderful choice for those who are looking for a romantic gift as pink is a very romantic color. The color pink has been used by artists and designers to symbolize love. Pink diamond rings may be the ultimate symbol of femininity, love and grace and are considered the treasure of treasures but these pieces are very rare and relatively expensive.

Like pink diamond rings, pink sapphire rings offer a beautiful vibrant pink color but at a more affordable price. Pink sapphire rings not only have a sparkle, they also have that added inner fire. Pink sapphires are a wonderful choice for fashion rings, dress rings and right hand rings.

Pink sapphire rings are not difficult and expensive to care and clean as pink sapphires are very tough and durable. Pink sapphire rings can be cleaned with modern mechanical cleaners or with soapy water or commercial solvent and a brush.

At pink-sapphirerings.com we offer affordable alternatives to pink diamond rings. If you want that stunning stylish look of pink but on a tight budget, the pink sapphires are a perfect choice for you. Our pink sapphire rings are not just affordable; discounts are also offered on selected items available on eBay and Amazon. - 29959

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