Joden Girl
Baubles, Bling and Branded Things
This month, we celebrate those lucky enough to claim aquamarine as their birthstone. Meaning ” water of the sea”, this transparent, turquoise-toned gemstone symbolizes tranquility and calm. It has long been worn by sailors as a talisman of protection, safe travels and good luck. Past civilizations believed aquamarine to be the treasure of mermaids; it ensured safe passage across stormy waters.
Quite often, aquamarine rings are large knuckle-dusters. Another commonality is that it is most often cut in the emerald-cut shape. Finding a more wearable birthstone ring for March babies can be a tough undertaking. When I came across not one but two wearable aquamarine rings, I couldn’t resist sharing them.
This modern estate piece showcases a wide, 18-karat yellow gold band. The high-polished finish is the perfect background for the two gemstones nestled within. First is a 5.00 carat oval aquamarine; almost entirely encapsulated within a bezel border, this baby blue gem shines. Situated to the side of the center is a singular step-cut diamond. Rectangular in shape, this diamond weighs approximately .15 carat. Perfect on an index or middle finger, this ring is available for $3,200.00.
Also modern, but in stark contrast is that 14-karat white gold number. The center stone is a marquise-shaped pale blue aquamarine set in east/west fashion across the finger. It weighs approximately 3.00 carats and is set within a full bezel. Accenting that gemstone is a single round diamond. Also, bezel set, the .18 carat diamond is seated at the tip of the marquise; it looks very much like a sideways exclamation point. Suitable for any finger, this unusual ring is priced at just $2,450.00.
Here are a pair of two-stone modern aquamarine rings. Both are stylish and wearable, offering their own unique charm. The question is… which would you choose? This 18-karat yellow gold beauty? Or that distinct white gold enchantress? This? Or that?
“You can go to a museum and look, or come to us and touch.”
Written by Carrie Martin
Photos by Dana Jerpe
