Candy-colored gems are appearing in all sorts of jewelry designs, so why not consider one for an engagement ring that will stand apart from the rest? You can keep it somewhat traditional with a Kate Middleton–inspired sapphire or go for an unconventional pick like opal or pink tourmaline. Ahead, 16 ideas to get you inspired, from a five-carat orange sapphire to an emerald the size of a pinprick.
*This article appears in the Summer 2015 issue of New York Weddings.
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Verdura 10.39-carat spinel with yellow diamonds set in yellow gold, $39,500 at 745 Fifth Ave., nr. 58th St., Ste. 1205; 212-758-3388.Photo: Bob...Verdura 10.39-carat spinel with yellow diamonds set in yellow gold, $39,500 at 745 Fifth Ave., nr. 58th St., Ste. 1205; 212-758-3388.Photo: Bobby Doherty
Marie-Hélène de Taillac7.8-carat amethyst set in 22-karat yellow gold, $3,500 at 20 E. 69th St., nr. Madison Ave.; 212-249-0371....Marie-Hélène de Taillac7.8-carat amethyst set in 22-karat yellow gold, $3,500 at 20 E. 69th St., nr. Madison Ave.; 212-249-0371.Photo: Bobby Doherty
Larkspur & Hawk White quartz and Sienna foil set in 18-karat rose gold, $1,500 at Fred Leighton, 773 Madison Ave., nr. 66th St.; 212-288-1872...Larkspur & Hawk White quartz and Sienna foil set in 18-karat rose gold, $1,500 at Fred Leighton, 773 Madison Ave., nr. 66th St.; 212-288-1872.Photo: Bobby Doherty
Tiffany & Co. 5.06-carat cushion-cut orange sapphire with diamonds set in platinum, $26,000 at 727 Fifth Ave., nr. 56th St.; 212-755-8000.P...Tiffany & Co. 5.06-carat cushion-cut orange sapphire with diamonds set in platinum, $26,000 at 727 Fifth Ave., nr. 56th St.; 212-755-8000.Photo: Bobby Doherty
Irene Neuwirth Pink tourmaline with diamond pavé set in 18-karat rose gold, $7,190 at ireneneuwirth.com.Photo: Bobby Doherty
Jennifer Meyer Ruby set in 18-karat yellow gold, $675 at Barneys New York, 660 Madison Ave., nr. 61st St.; 212-826-8900.Photo: Bobby Doherty
David Yurman Pink sapphire and diamonds set in platinum, price upon request at 114 Prince St., nr. Wooster St.; 212-343-7918.Photo: Bobby Doher...David Yurman Pink sapphire and diamonds set in platinum, price upon request at 114 Prince St., nr. Wooster St.; 212-343-7918.Photo: Bobby Doherty
Melissa Joy Manning Round ruby set in 14-karat gold, $640 at 12 Wooster St., nr. Grand St., No. 1; 212-219-2195.Photo: Bobby Doherty
Graff 12.5-carat yellow cushion-cut diamond with white diamonds set in platinum and yellow gold, price upon request at 710 Madison Ave., nr. 63rd...Graff 12.5-carat yellow cushion-cut diamond with white diamonds set in platinum and yellow gold, price upon request at 710 Madison Ave., nr. 63rd St.; 212-355-9292.Photo: Bobby Doherty
Mociun Green sapphire and micro pavé diamonds set in 14-karat yellow gold, $2,800 at 224 Wythe Ave., nr. N. 4th St., Williamsburg; 718-387...Mociun Green sapphire and micro pavé diamonds set in 14-karat yellow gold, $2,800 at 224 Wythe Ave., nr. N. 4th St., Williamsburg; 718-387-3731.Photo: Bobby Doherty
Jennifer Meyer Emerald set in 18-karat yellow gold, $175 at Barneys New York.Photo: Bobby Doherty
Jennie Kwon Emerald and diamonds set in 14-karat yellow gold, $980 at Catbird, 219 Bedford Ave., nr. N. 5th St., Williamsburg; 718-599-3457.Pho...Jennie Kwon Emerald and diamonds set in 14-karat yellow gold, $980 at Catbird, 219 Bedford Ave., nr. N. 5th St., Williamsburg; 718-599-3457.Photo: Bobby Doherty
Maniamania Rose-cut opal with gray-and-white- diamond pavé set in 14-karat yellow gold, $1,400 at Catbird.Photo: Bobby Doherty
Verdura 6.82-carat tanzanite with diamonds set in platinum, $29,950 at 745 Fifth Ave.Photo: Bobby Doherty
Tiffany & Co. 4.6-carat pear-shaped aquamarine with diamonds set in platinum, $18,000 at 727 Fifth Ave.Photo: Bobby Doherty
Jennie Kwon Sapphire and diamonds set in 14-karat yellow gold, $1,100 at Catbird.Photo: Bobby Doherty
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