Should you buy a sapphire engagement ring or choose a natural or lab-grown diamond? 

Designer Melanie Casey explains what makes sapphire so special, from its full spectrum of colors and one-of-a-kind character to durability, sparkle, sourcing, price, and everyday care.

In this episode, Melanie shares how to choose a sapphire color and shape, what distinguishes stones sourced from Montana, Australia, East Africa, and Sri Lanka, and how sapphire compares with diamond on the Mohs hardness scale. She also offers candid advice about budget and quality, including when a high-quality sapphire may be a better choice than a lower-quality natural diamond and when a natural or lab-grown diamond may make more sense.

You’ll also learn how to clean and protect a sapphire engagement ring, avoid common damage, and pair your ring with a wedding band that lets the center stone shine.

Learn more about designer Melanie Casey:
https://www.melaniecasey.com/