searching for a sapphire

[gprichards]

I've been searching for a sapphire upgrade for my wedding ring for over a year. I found one that I love but it is $3500...way over my budget of $2000. I wanted to consider other options before I make a decision. I'd love any support or ideas you all have! Here is what I am looking for- rectangular cushion to set east/west in the 7x5 or 8x6 range. Bright cornflower blue with sparkle not silk. Thank you!

 

[chroman]

So 2k for the stone (not counting the setting)? Any chance other shapes would be of interest?

 

[gprichards]

So 2k for the stone (not counting the setting)? Any chance other shapes would be of interest?

Yes- around 2k for the stone. I wanted a more uncommon shape that I why I was hoping for something rectangular. But...I'm realizing what I want and what I can afford might not match!

 

[gprichards]

Yes- around 2k for the stone. I wanted a more uncommon shape that I why I was hoping for something rectangular. But...I'm realizing what I want and what I can afford might not match!

I like the square cushion too...and maybe oval.

 

[chroman]

On the oval front, what about this?
http://www.pearlmansjewelers.com/gemstones/?sku=G89441#

 

[hobbitfancier55]

I’m guessing you’re wanting a darker more blue color, but thought I’d post this:

https://www.finewatergems.com/store/p47/1.65_ct_Unheated_Violet-Blue_Sapphire.html

 

[hobbitfancier55]

I’m guessing you’re wanting a darker more blue color, but thought I’d post this:

https://www.finewatergems.com/store/p47/1.65_ct_Unheated_Violet-Blue_Sapphire.html

Not sure if you care about heated vs. unheated.

 

[hobbitfancier55]

This one is more of a square but has a nice unique cut.
http://www.earthstreasury.com/product/1-75-carat-sky-blue-ceylon-sapphire/

 

[seaglass]

https://www.thenaturalsapphirecompany.com/1.77ct-ceylon-cushion-blue-sapphire-b7343-/

https://www.thenaturalsapphirecompany.com/1.53ct-ceylon-cushion-blue-sapphire-b7429-/

https://www.thenaturalsapphirecompany.com/2.42ct-ceylon-cushion-blue-sapphire-b8689-/

 

[gprichards]

On the oval front, what about this?
http://www.pearlmansjewelers.com/gemstones/?sku=G89441#

I like that one...I'll have to think about the shape. But I like the color and cut.

 

[gprichards]

This one is more of a square but has a nice unique cut.
http://www.earthstreasury.com/product/1-75-carat-sky-blue-ceylon-sapphire/

Beautiful cut and shape...and color. But, I'm looking for something darker.

 

[gprichards]

Maybe I have the color descriptor wrong...I've been saying cornflower but maybe that is too light. Maybe iI'm looking for more medium-deep blue.

 

[Jbows]

What about this one?
http://rogerdery.com/gems/blue-sapphire-rectangular-cushion-1801002/

And if you're open to other shapes...
http://rogerdery.com/gems/blue-sapphire-radiant-emerald-cut-1703009/
http://rogerdery.com/gems/blue-sapphire-classic-oval-1612021/
http://rogerdery.com/gems/blue-sapphire-round-1708045/
The last one isn't really the look you said you wanted, but the color would be perfect for your budget! Also, I'm not sure about your preferences, but the cushion in my avatar is still available. It's step-cut and has chunkier lit up areas, which wasn't to my taste but is still a beautiful color IRL.

 

[gprichards]

thoughts on this one?
https://gemfix.com/gems/sapphire-blue-11-1223

 

[chroman]

As long as the inclusion doenst bug you, I like the color!