New Member- Pink Sapphire Advice Please!

[mcpink928]

Hi everyone! Thanks for looking into my post! I’m new here and new to colored gemstone in general. It’s about my graduation and I want to buy myself a piece of jewelry. I was thinking about a teeny tiny diamond or a slightly bigger pink sapphire as I love light pink very much!

Then I came across this pink sapphire loose stone, it’s 0.65ct. I know for colored gemstone the brighter the color is the more value it would possess. However, I do have a very limited budget and I actually like this color instead of bubblegum pink, just my personal reference. So apart from the inclusions, there is still one problem as it’s been cut too deep. The dimensions are 4.5*4.4*4.2, so very very deep…

Can you guys please give me some advice on whether I should get this stone and what are the problems if it’s going to be sit very high on the ring setting? Or I should skip the whole pink sapphire idea and just purchase a 0.30ct diamond instead? Thanks a lot!

 

[nutellakitty]

This is going to look like grey or brown in person.

 

[mcpink928]

This is going to look like grey or brown in person.

Thanks for the reply!

 

[Mreader]

Can you let us know what your budget is? And yes agree that the color is a brownish pink based on pics.

 

[marymm]

Yes, please let us know your budget for this project.

Agree that the sapphire you posted is a "pass" based on color (pronounced grey/brown tint) and cut.

Not sure this is within budget nor whether you are open to Spinels, but this is a lovely pale warm pink Spinel with a wonderful cut

https://gemfix.com/gems/spinel-31-369 - be sure to adjust the video settings to 1080

 

[mcpink928]

Can you let us know what your budget is? And yes agree that the color is a brownish pink based on pics.

Yes I’m looking for any loose gemstone or diamond around AUD 650 (USD 500). I have only checked Blue Nile and James Allen so far as it’s quite expensive to get it set to a ring here in Australia and they have affordable setting options.

 

[mcpink928]

Yes, please let us know your budget for this project.

Agree that the sapphire you posted is a "pass" based on color (pronounced grey/brown tint) and cut.

Not sure this is within budget nor whether you are open to Spinels, but this is a lovely pale warm pink Spinel with a wonderful cut

https://gemfix.com/gems/spinel-31-369 - be sure to adjust the video settings to 1080

Thanks for the reply! The Spinel does look amazing! I like the color! Unfortunately I’m in Australia and they don’t ship outside the US. And it’s above my budget. Sorry for not providing my budget

 

[chrono]

With the stone as deep as the WxL, I am concerned it might need a custom setting, which will blow your budget out of the water completely.

 

[mcpink928]

With the stone as deep as the WxL, I am concerned it might need a custom setting, which will blow your budget out of the water completely.

Thanks for the reply! Yes for the brown/grey hint color and the depth it’s definitely a pass for me now

 

[Cerulean]

I was eyeing this one for myself, but decided not to buy any more loose gems

it has an interesting cut (Old European Cut) and I thought the color was lovely!

Pink Spinel 1.95ct - 8mm #SP0147

Natural Loose Baby Pink Spinel weighing 1.95ct & measuring 8.04 x 8.00 x 4.41 mm from Burma. The Spinel is cut in an ideal shape which compliments the gemstone very well. Certificate also available. Spinel gemstones are beautiful for all occasions and can be worn for many benefits as well...

www.starlanka.com

There is also this one, its a very pretty color to me, it’s much smaller and “sleepy” meaning it has a milkiness to it from inclusions. If you want sparkle, this one won’t be for you

Pink Spinel - Stag & Finch

Lovely pink spinel cut in our own ‘Stormlight’ design; minor inclusion. 0.56ct; 5mm; No Treatment Cut by Stag & Finch

www.stagandfinch.com

This one is also a little over budget and has some inclusions, but I love the color and the cut is flawless

Precision Gem - Gemstones for sale

Precision Gem Store - listing of current gemstones custom precision cut.

www.precisiongem.com

 

[lovedogs]

I was eyeing this one for myself, but decided not to buy any more loose gems

it has an interesting cut (Old European Cut) and I thought the color was lovely!

Pink Spinel 1.95ct - 8mm #SP0147

Natural Loose Baby Pink Spinel weighing 1.95ct & measuring 8.04 x 8.00 x 4.41 mm from Burma. The Spinel is cut in an ideal shape which compliments the gemstone very well. Certificate also available. Spinel gemstones are beautiful for all occasions and can be worn for many benefits as well...

www.starlanka.com

There is also this one, its a very pretty color to me, it’s much smaller and “sleepy” meaning it has a milkiness to it from inclusions. If you want sparkle, this one won’t be for you

Pink Spinel - Stag & Finch

Lovely pink spinel cut in our own ‘Stormlight’ design; minor inclusion. 0.56ct; 5mm; No Treatment Cut by Stag & Finch

www.stagandfinch.com

This one is also a little over budget and has some inclusions, but I love the color and the cut is flawless

Precision Gem - Gemstones for sale

Precision Gem Store - listing of current gemstones custom precision cut.

www.precisiongem.com

I like both of these options !

 

[Mreader]

I really like that OEC also. But I don’t know if OP is looking for a princess cut given her example. I think that maybe OP should look for complete rings on Etsy etc. because as someone else pointed out if you buy a loose stone and then try to find a setting to fit that can be a difficult task especially given the budget.

 

[ShinyPink]

Yvonne from etsy was at the Denver gem show as was Desertrose_gems on IG. I would definitely check with them and see if they have any new small, soft pink sapphires.

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[Cerulean]

I really like that OEC also. But I don’t know if OP is looking for a princess cut given her example. I think that maybe OP should look for complete rings on Etsy etc. because as someone else pointed out if you buy a loose stone and then try to find a setting to fit that can be a difficult task especially given the budget.

Oh yes, that makes sense. I was curious if these would fit in a stock setting, like this (it depends on which stone is chosen and a jeweler needs to be consulted):

ROUND SEMI-MOUNT 6 PRONG ENGAGEMENT RING SETTING WHITE GOLD VINTAGE SOLITAIRE

Featured here is a classic solitaire engagement ring setting with a vintage twist! This semi-mount ring has a timeless design that will never go out of style. It boasts a minimalistic design with a vintage inspired floral filigree head. Its timeless but also unique as this is a piece we designed...

ivyandrose.com

Or this

SOLITAIRE RING ENGAGEMENT SETTING 7.5mm ROUND WHITE GOLD MOUNT VINTAGE STYLE

This timeless and sophisticated 14k white gold solitaire semi-mount is beautifully designed to showcase a diamond or gemstone of your choice. The prongs are adorned with simply elegant petal cutouts, adding a sweetly feminine touch to this classic design. The 6 prong design is very classic and...

ivyandrose.com

 

[minousbijoux]

Well done, @Cerulean! I hope OP will consider other shapes because those are great finds - gentle pinks but with no significant grey/brown tones. OP: even if these are not the shape you seek, let us know if this is getting closer regarding tone and hue?

 

[Cerulean]

Well done, @Cerulean! I hope OP will consider other shapes because those are great finds - gentle pinks but with no significant grey/brown tones. OP: even if these are not the shape you seek, let us know if this is getting closer regarding tone and hue?

I have a soft spot for pale pink stones - I have stockpiled favorites

I have my heart set on one that’s far out of my budget so happy to have others buy my pickings!

 

[mcpink928]

Well done, @Cerulean! I hope OP will consider other shapes because those are great finds - gentle pinks but with no significant grey/brown tones. OP: even if these are not the shape you seek, let us know if this is getting closer regarding tone and hue?

I was eyeing this one for myself, but decided not to buy any more loose gems

it has an interesting cut (Old European Cut) and I thought the color was lovely!

Pink Spinel 1.95ct - 8mm #SP0147

Natural Loose Baby Pink Spinel weighing 1.95ct & measuring 8.04 x 8.00 x 4.41 mm from Burma. The Spinel is cut in an ideal shape which compliments the gemstone very well. Certificate also available. Spinel gemstones are beautiful for all occasions and can be worn for many benefits as well...

www.starlanka.com

There is also this one, its a very pretty color to me, it’s much smaller and “sleepy” meaning it has a milkiness to it from inclusions. If you want sparkle, this one won’t be for you

Pink Spinel - Stag & Finch

Lovely pink spinel cut in our own ‘Stormlight’ design; minor inclusion. 0.56ct; 5mm; No Treatment Cut by Stag & Finch

www.stagandfinch.com

This one is also a little over budget and has some inclusions, but I love the color and the cut is flawless

Precision Gem - Gemstones for sale

Precision Gem Store - listing of current gemstones custom precision cut.

www.precisiongem.com

Wow thanks for providing me those! I really do like them! I’m loving each cut in baby/light/pale pink!

 

[mcpink928]

Well done, @Cerulean! I hope OP will consider other shapes because those are great finds - gentle pinks but with no significant grey/brown tones. OP: even if these are not the shape you seek, let us know if this is getting closer regarding tone and hue?

Yes I do consider other shapes and what @Cerulean provided are really pretty and closer to the tone I would want!

 

[Bron357]

Hi, also in Australia.
I can recommend Ivy & Rose as I’ve bought a number of items from them. You won’t find a similar setting for such reasonable pricing here in Australia. You can also send them your gem for them to set. Thats what I did. I think setting was $75 US.
There are also Etsy vendors who do settings as well. I bought a very modestly priced (under $100) sapphire and had the setting made for around $800 Aust. That’s a good price for an 18ct gold ring, nice little diamonds, setting and delivery.
this is the Etsy ring.

 

[mcpink928]

Hi, also in Australia.
I can recommend Ivy & Rose as I’ve bought a number of items from them. You won’t find a similar setting for such reasonable pricing here in Australia. You can also send them your gem for them to set. Thats what I did. I think setting was $75 US.
There are also Etsy vendors who do settings as well. I bought a very modestly priced (under $100) sapphire and had the setting made for around $800 Aust. That’s a good price for an 18ct gold ring, nice little diamonds, setting and delivery.
this is the Etsy ring.

Thank you so much your ring looks fantastic!!! I’ll definitely check them out!

 

[Niel]

What’s your total budget for the whole shabang? I am watching some lower priced pink sapphire on eBay.

 

[mcpink928]

What’s your total budget for the whole shabang? I am watching some lower priced pink sapphire on eBay.

Thanks for the reply. I’m looking for something around $750 USD so $1000 AUD.

 

[Niel]

Thanks for the reply. I’m looking for something around $750 USD so $1000 AUD.

Ok. Let me look around at a few things we want pink or diamond and we want ring? Or any piece ?

 

[mcpink928]

Ok. Let me look around at a few things we want pink or diamond and we want ring? Or any piece ?

Thank you so much! Yes just rings please

 

[idola]

I was eyeing this one for myself, but decided not to buy any more loose gems

it has an interesting cut (Old European Cut) and I thought the color was lovely!

Pink Spinel 1.95ct - 8mm #SP0147

Natural Loose Baby Pink Spinel weighing 1.95ct & measuring 8.04 x 8.00 x 4.41 mm from Burma. The Spinel is cut in an ideal shape which compliments the gemstone very well. Certificate also available. Spinel gemstones are beautiful for all occasions and can be worn for many benefits as well...

www.starlanka.com

There is also this one, its a very pretty color to me, it’s much smaller and “sleepy” meaning it has a milkiness to it from inclusions. If you want sparkle, this one won’t be for you

Pink Spinel - Stag & Finch

Lovely pink spinel cut in our own ‘Stormlight’ design; minor inclusion. 0.56ct; 5mm; No Treatment Cut by Stag & Finch

www.stagandfinch.com

This one is also a little over budget and has some inclusions, but I love the color and the cut is flawless

Precision Gem - Gemstones for sale

Precision Gem Store - listing of current gemstones custom precision cut.

www.precisiongem.com

Omg I'm in love with that OEC! (the bottom one)

 

[Cerulean]

Omg I'm in love with that OEC! (the bottom one)

Isn’t it lovely? It’s like the perfect petal pink! I honestly think the inclusions won’t be obvious IRL either

 

[demantoidz]

pretty and well cut but maybe too purple/saturated - might need a custom setting, no idea

https://www.multicolour.com/detail/?/details/single/sapphire/ysa480ac/&1908205867

Regarding the question in your initial post, If you posted on Rocky Talky maybe theyd advise you go with a 0.3 diamond over a sapphire

 

[Double E]

Isn’t it lovely? It’s like the perfect petal pink! I honestly think the inclusions won’t be obvious IRL either

Agree it’s nearly perfect for a pale pink sapphire, I also don’t think the inclusion would be a problem. And let’s look at the cut!

 

[mcpink928]

pretty and well cut but maybe too purple/saturated - might need a custom setting, no idea

https://www.multicolour.com/detail/?/details/single/sapphire/ysa480ac/&1908205867

Regarding the question in your initial post, If you posted on Rocky Talky maybe theyd advise you go with a 0.3 diamond over a sapphire

Thanks for the reply! The stone does look a bit bright for me. I’ll also consider a diamond.

 

[mcpink928]

*** Update!!! ***

Thank you all for your incredible replies and suggestions! I decided to order a 0.5ct princess cut diamond ring and finally got my ring today! Here are some photos of it, it’s really hard to take pictures of diamond!

The diamond is a 0.5 carat princess cut in color K, vs1 clarity (feather, pinpoint and indented natural). VG in polish and symmetry with faint fluorescence.
I know the cut and color aren’t great, but I was thrilled to find a 0.5ct within my budget so I gave in K color is actually not visibly yellow to me, maybe faint fluorescence gives it kinda whiter look and I’m not color sensitive.

I got it from Blue Nile with 14k white gold very basic ring setting. The ring costs AU$1030 after bank wire discount, roughly US$764.

Thank you again for offering this lovely and friendly place to share ideas! Looking forward to seeing more stunning pieces!