Guitar string engagement rings shopping on ElementalBands? Tungsten’s origins are far different from the “precious metals” often found in rings and other jewelry. It was never mined and coveted for its shine or beauty. From back in the late 1700’S, Tungsten was seen for what it is: stronger than steel, and an incredible strengthener when added to other alloys. This fact was made all the more clear during WWII, when both sides of the conflict put heavy pressure on Portugal (yes, Portugal… That country next to Spain that you rarely ever hear about after your 10th grade history class) to side with them, as Portugal was know to have massive deposits of wolframite ore, an excellent source of Tungsten.
Jewelry can be given to people of all ages: One of the hardest things about gift shopping is finding something suitable for each age group, and then running from one store to the next. With jewelry, all ages are relevant. From a wee newborn to a senior, jewelry appeals to every generation. When you gift jewelry, you take care of all ages with one gift idea, and possibly just one store.
Painite was first discovered by British gemologist Arthur Charles Davy Pain in 1951 and recognized as a new mineral in 1957. For many years only one specimen of the dark red crystal was in existence, housed at the British Museum in London, making it the world’s rarest gemstone. Later on other specimens were discovered, although by 2004 there were still fewer than two dozen known painite gems. However, in recent years a couple of mines in Myanmar have begun to produce some painite, and there are now said to be over 1000 stones known. The scarcity of this gem has made it extremely valuable and just one carat can fetch more than $60,000.
Often compared to diamonds for their brilliance, clarity, and sparkle, our moissanite stones are lab-created, ethical gemstones that won’t scratch, fade, or discolor over time. All of our moissanite engagement rings and moissanite wedding bands are made to order in your choice of 14k yellow, white, or rose gold. Each design has been expertly crafted and perfected to ensure the ring setting and stones are of the highest quality. Every ring comes with a full 30-day money-back guarantee to ensure the ring exceeds your expectations. To learn more about the moissanite stones we use in our moissanite engagement rings and how it is different than diamonds, check out our article about moissanite vs diamonds. Read even more info at moissanite engagement rings.
We always recommend buying the ring alone, and better yet, online. When it comes to closely analyzing a ring and determining your budget, you want to do this in private. Buying the ring in secret also lets the proposal be more of a surprise, even if she does have a clue that you’re thinking about popping the question. If you’ve tried the methods above, and you feel that a surprise engagement ring is not your style (or hers), then feel free to ask her directly about what she’s hoping for. From the type of gemstone (diamond or otherwise) to the setting color to the overall style, you’ll have all of the specs to go on.
Because they are grown in controlled environments using advanced technology, moissanites require absolutely no mining to produce. Therefore, their origins are easily traceable. Compared with natural gemstones, lab created moissanites have a smaller carbon footprint and result in less environmental impact. Fine jewelry made with moissanites and recycled metals is a responsible choice. A common thought when considering a moissanite is whether or not the gemstone will pair well with diamond accents. Moissanites look beautiful when set in rings featuring diamond accents. The image above features an oval moissanite set in a diamond accented three stone setting. Read more information at https://www.elementalbands.com/.