Bold, unusual and mysterious, purple is not always the most common choice for engagement rings. However, as the trend for unique rings grows, so does the variety of stones and colours used in rings. This means that you don’t have to stick to conventional stones. You don’t even have to stick to neutral tones or subtle colours, either. Your ring is something you will be wearing for the rest of your life. It should be an expression of your style, with colours and stones that you truly adore.
If shades of purple are your thing, you’re sure to fall in love with these vibrant purple engagement rings.
Gorgeous Purple Toned Engagement Rings
Here’s how you can inject some purple into your engagement ring…
Sapphire
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Sapphires are typically known for their deep blue colour. These stones come in other colours, too, from paler shades of purple to deep violet. Much like pink sapphires, paler variations have a lower saturation. Deep purple sapphires are more similar to traditional blue sapphires. If you prefer more subtle pastel rings, a lighter shade that is closer to pink will be ideal. As a precious stone with a hardness rating of 9 on the Mohs scale, sapphire is an excellent choice for rings. The stone pairs well with diamonds, whether used as accent stones or primary stones.
Alexandrite
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This gemstone has a unique tone that changes colour depending on the light. It is most commonly found in a combination of red and green, which is where it gets its nickname of ‘ruby by day, emerald by night’. Purple alexandrite has the same colour shifting beauty, with purple and blue tones. It has a hardness rating of 8.5, making it a durable stone for rings. This stone is ideal as a centre stone to allow it to show off its colour variations. In this design, a diamond halo and pave band helps to showcase the main stone while adding more sparkle.
Amethyst
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There’s a reason that amethyst rings are popular. This stone has a wide range of purple tones. It works well with every metal colour, from platinum to rose gold. It works well in just about every ring style, too. As it is not a precious stone, it can be a more affordable option for rings. Use the stone as a centre stone or add accents to diamond solitaire designs.
Tanzanite
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Tanzanite is a beautiful stone hailing from Africa. It has a deep violet-blue colour that makes it stand out in any jewellery piece. Although the most common colour variant is a darker shade, it progresses from light to dark. Lighter shades can be a good pick for those who want a more subtle ring style. This stone has a hardness rating of 6.5. This means that it is best used in designs that will not easily catch on clothing. You should also remove the ring when doing any activities that could result in wear and tear.
Spinel
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Spinel is often known as a ruby alternative. Despite its early reputation as a stand-in stone, it has become a popular choice. One reason is its colour range, which includes shades of red, purple and pink, along with yellow, white, black, and brown. In rings, it is a great choice for those looking for deeply hued purple-pink stones that add visual interest. It works well with diamonds, on rose gold, yellow gold, white gold or platinum bands. It has a hardness rating of 7.5 to 8, making it good for rings.
Tourmaline
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Finally, we have tourmaline. This stone comes in a wide range of colours. Many stones have multiple colours, while others have a single colour. The most common colours include purple, pink, green and blue. Other shades such as brown, orange, yellow, and grey can also be found. This stone is ideal as an accent stone, especially in designs such as this three stone. It has a hardness rating of 7 to 7.5, making it a suitable stone for rings.
We hope that these stones will help you add a touch of colour to your ring. Cape Diamonds offers a bespoke ring design service that allows you to plan your perfect engagement ring, using your favourite stones and our world-class diamonds.