Our jewelry and gemological specialists will work with you from start to finish to create your custom sapphire jewelry. All of our sapphires are cut on our premises and are available loose or mounted in a custom setting. We offer a vast selection of blue sapphires, pink sapphires, yellow sapphires, white sapphires and other unique natural sapphires. Our natural untreated sapphires offer true beauty, rarity and superior value compared to treated sapphires. Our sapphires are not synthetic, heated to extreme temperatures, diffused, irradiated, glass filled or oiled. This will give the emerald more protection, and decrease the risk of damage to your ring.At the Natural Sapphire Company we specialize in providing our customers with the finest quality natural sapphires. But not to fear: at Taylor & Hart, we have strict quality checks and always ensure that we’re providing you the most robust and beautiful emeralds on the market.Īdditionally, if purchasing an emerald center stone, consider bezel setting the gem. The inclusions found in the gemstone give it a distinct look, but contribute to the fragility of the stone. To start, an emerald center stone with a minimal amount of inclusions is ideal. If you know an emerald is right for you, then there are some simple things to keep in mind to make sure your gemstone will last the test of time. While an emerald is still a comparatively hard gemstone, it can falter under everyday wear and tear if it isn’t of a high enough quality or not set properly. An emerald only ranks 7.5 on the Mohs scale, meaning it is softer than a sapphire which ranks at 9, and far from a diamond which has a perfect 10.

A natural emerald, with its distinctive texture and inclusions, makes for an extraordinary engagement ring, however there are some small risks that come with the gemstone. An emerald engagement ring is a heartfelt and exciting choice for a wedding ring, but there are a few things you should know before purchasing an emerald.

Sapphire emerald cut engagement rings