White Sapphires: Key Points to Consider when Buying this Gemstone

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As diamonds continue to maintain their dominance in the market for top precious stone for engagement rings and other fine jewellery; thus need for another gemstone challenger to its position was needed. Enter the white sapphire. A key addition to the sapphire gemstone family, that like the colourless diamond variant-which is also the most popular variant-is defined by its colourless character. White sapphires are an increasingly popular gemstone choice when it comes to fine jewellery items like engagement rings. However not many understand its strengths. Here we will uncover some of its core attributes and strengths.

The Characteristics of White Sapphires

White sapphires, like other natural sapphires, are a naturally occurring variant of the mineral conundrum. Those which exhibit gem-like qualities: such as exhibiting colour, have a degree of clarity upon being cut and polished and are formed over millions of years. Hence white sapphires are just like any other sapphire gemstone, however, their colourless character, which is a key selling point, is due to the absence of certain elements like titanium, chromium and iron. For it is these additions that give sapphires their attractive colour range. Thus white sapphires can be considered the purer variant in the sapphire family.

The Colour of White Sapphires 

If you are in the market for a genuine white coloured stone, the white sapphires might be the choice for you. Since most other popular 'white' gemstones like diamonds and moissanite are actually transparent stones. White sapphires on the other hand feature a milky warm tone that is spread lightly throughout the stone. Which can add a distinguishing look on the wearer. The white in white sapphire in other words is a real thing to contend with, which may work for certain buyers. 

The Clarity of White Sapphires

White sapphires, as a colourless gemstone, tends to come with fewer blemishes in contrast to coloured variants. Thus for those seeking a clearer variant of this precious stone, one that is reflective of the sense of clarity that many seek. White sapphires owing to their innate colourless character could be viewed as bringing a sense of clarity to the mind of the wearer. If you’re the type who likes simplicity but also quality, for like black, the colour white, which the white sapphire manifests makes it a worthy choice. 

White Sapphires Imply Purity

White is the colour of purity. According to certain mystical notions, which are popular in parts of the Sub Continent, white sapphires are believed to be gemstones that contain healing properties. A good choice for the mystical (or superstitious) types. However, regardless of one’s beliefs, white is a colour that has always stood for what is good. Clarity, purity and if you’re the religious type, holiness. It’s tough to go wrong with this gemstone option.

White Sapphire Treatment 

Sapphires that are featured in the industry for fine jewellery and gemstone are often subject to some form of treatment. The treatment of the stone is done to enhance the natural features of the stone. Such as making it more durable or the colour more vivid. In the world of sapphire treatment, it is important to note that the kind of treatment is limited to heat treatment or no treatment at all. Other kinds of treatments might alter the character of the stone. White sapphires could be heat treated to remove visible impurities or weaken the presence of inclusion. 

Right Metal of Choice for White Sapphire Jewellery

The answer to this question could be a straightforward one. If you are a person who prefers unity of colour and tone, then white gold is the best choice for your white sapphire jewellery. Notable in jewels such as engagement rings, where the gemstone needs to compliment the colour and style of the metal band. Of course, this is not a fixed rule, as other metals that come in the white to silver hues exist. Notable here are platinum bands and palladium options. So white metals for white sapphire jewellery is the safe combination to go with.  

In Conclusion 

White sapphires in recent years have started to ride off the popularity of corundum stones in the world of gemstone and fine jewellery. As competition is strong for high-quality diamonds, those which meet high standards of carat, clarity, cut and colour., in relation to price, white sapphires have come in to fill that space. Whilst comparatively cheaper, white sapphires, depending on the quality of the stone are a good match in all areas of gemstone quality. The key difference lies in the price. And it is also the more exotic choice. As the rarer stone white sapphires are a solid choice for fine jewellery like engagement rings and given their growing availability white sapphires tend to come in a growing range of ring designs for you to choose from.