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The meaning of the gemstone in an engagement ring

Choosing an engagement ring involves a very important question: which kind of gemstone suits your future spouse best? Once you’ve found the perfect ring, you’ll want to know the meaning of the gemstone in an engagement ring. Along with the size and the colour, the symbolic side is equally important. BAUNAT summarises the most important gemstone meanings, including diamonds, emeralds, sapphires and rubies.

 

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What symbolic meaning does your engagement ring gemstone carry?

When selecting an engagement ring, the gemstone's symbolism can be as meaningful as its beauty. Diamonds, the most popular choice, represent purity and enduring love. Their name derives from Greek "adamao," suggesting strength and mastery.

For those seeking alternatives, emeralds symbolize vitality and eternal youth, making them perfect for May births and nature lovers. The calming green stone famously adorned Jackie Kennedy's engagement ring.

Sapphires, available in various colors but known for their deep blue, represent loyalty, wisdom, and serenity—qualities essential for a successful marriage. They're particularly meaningful for September birthdays.

Rubies signify passion and courage with their fiery red color. Associated with strong personalities, they're ideal for July-born individuals and those who embrace life's challenges together.

Your gemstone choice subtly communicates the values you cherish in your relationship.

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The diamond: symbolising the purity of eternal love

The most famous gemstone is the diamond and it’s synonymous with purity, longevity, and long-lasting love. The word diamond comes from the Greek "adamao", which also refers to mastery and strength. In the ancient world, it was credited with the power of protecting against disease, poisons and even enemies. It still supposedly has the ability to absorb negative waves today.

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Diamond is the birthstone for the month of April, which traditionally marks the start of the wedding season. The purity and symbolism of invincible love represented by diamond is what makes the gemstone the number one choice for an engagement ring. 
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The emerald: a symbol of beauty and vitality

The mother of all precious stones, emeralds symbolise love, eternal youth, and vitality. Emerald is the birthstone for the month of May because of its symbolic relationship to nature as the month of May is the height of spring. The word derives from the Greek "smaragdos", which recalls the intense green of this stone. This green colour gives the emerald soothing virtues and is also known for calming the nerves and appeasing resentment.

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Emerald engagement rings carry a passionate history. Such a ring was chosen by John F. Kennedy for Jacqueline Bouvier in 1953, forever pairing the emerald with iconic love.
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The sapphire: a celestial stone and protective talisman

Worn since the dawn of time as a protective talisman, sapphires symbolise strength, loyalty and peace. The word sapphire comes from the Greek "sapphirus", itself borrowed from the ancient Greek "sáppheiros", which means precious stone. The blue of the sapphire is said to bring patience and serenity to a union.

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Sapphire is the birthstone for the month of September. While the most famous sapphire is blue sapphire, there are also yellow, purple and pink sapphires. For centuries, royals and the elite have favoured sapphires, not only for their exquisite deep blue hue, but also for what they symbolise.

When you choose an engagement ring set with a sapphire, you're revealing the values you treasure in your partnership — wisdom, patience, and balance, three fundamental ingredients for a successful marriage.
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The ruby: The passion of ardent love

A red stone favoured by kings, rubies symbolise might, courage and power. Taking their name from the Latin "rubeus", which refers to their red colour, rubies have always held a special fascination and are known to be a source of energy to combat fatigue and stress.

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Rubies have been associated with love and passion for centuries, often gracing royal crowns with their fiery presence. The ruby's rich red colour and vintage appeal make it a unique and meaningful choice for the promise of a lifetime. Ruby is the birthstone of July, its vibrant colours pairing perfectly with summer. This stone is associated with those who have strong personalities. In a relationship, it is also credited with the power to prevent unfaithfulness.

Choosing a ruby gemstone engagement ring signifies not only the love you share, but also the courage to confront life together. This is a perfect gemstone for the engagement ring of a strong woman who loves the heat of summer!

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