To follow are four unique gemstone and diamond rings with fresh appeal. Each combines a different gemstone with the matchless dazzle of a diamond, and each portrays a personality that’s vibrant and perfect for waking up your look.

Ruby and diamond rings are always eye catching as the combination of rich, red glimmer and colorless dazzle creates glamorous contrast. The Ruby and Diamond Flower Ring is no exception; however, this ring draws eyes not only for its contrast in color, but also for the unique shape that is formed with a collection of two timeless precious gemstones. Seven round rubies, totaling 0.43 carats, work together to form the shape of a perfectly symmetrical flower, while a scalloped frame of diamonds outlines this blossom’s curves. Holding this unique bloom is a band of gleaming 14K white gold, adding the perfect finishing touch.

Sapphire and diamond rings also display striking contrast, making those with unique shapes particularly striking. For instance, the Sapphire and Diamond Heart Ring demonstrates this combination’s ability to dazzle as 0.21 carats of round sapphires form the shape of heart, outlined by numerous glittering diamonds. Set on a shining 14K white gold band, this heart is simple but glamorous, and a fitting way to demonstrate your unabashed affection.

The Genuine Opal Heart Ring in 14K White Gold might not display a contrast in color, but the iridescence of the opal beautifully plays off of the colorless dazzle of diamonds. This romantic ring features a 6mm-high opal, and surrounds it with a sweeping heart of 14K white gold. Accenting this heart on either side is a small round diamond that adds the perfect finishing touch to this undeniably elegant piece. If you’d prefer a warmer expression of your affection, this ring is also available in 14K yellow gold.

The Citrine Flower and Diamond Ring in 14K Gold provides a decidedly sunny take on diamond and gemstone style. Four citrines, totaling 1.28 carats in weight, form the petals of an exotic flower, adorning your finger with the essence of spring in full bloom. A small round diamond glitters from the center of these golden stones, while additional round diamonds surround them to form the outline of a graceful blossom that will never wilt. A gleaming gold band holds this bloom and adds an extra touch of sunshine. The bright color and unexpected shape of this design gives it a standout quality that’s sure to draw compliments.

Any of these gemstone and diamond styles is a lovely way to take your look from winter to spring. Try one of these rings for a fresh burst of style.

Aquamarine rings are already fitting picks for spring: they display the lively color of the March birthstone, providing a can’t-miss-it reminder that winter is finally over. When these rings are given a floral twist, they become the perfect way to celebrate the season of new life.

The Floral-Inspired Aquamarine and Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold is a bold 14K white gold take on floral style. A 6.5mm round aquamarine serves as a vibrant light blue center for a flower that will never fail to be in full bloom. A total of 40 diamonds, over a third carat in weight, accent this alluring stone; a dozen of these glittering round stones pair off to form never-fading petals, while the remaining diamonds stud the band, creating the appearance of a glittering stem upholding a one-of-a-kind blossom.

Ruby rings might not be the first pieces to come to mind when you’re considering what to add to your spring ensembles, but a floral-inspired ruby style can be the perfect pick. Rubies have undeniable timeless beauty, and their enduring sparkle is perfect for creating flowers that will last for generations.

The Diamond and Ruby Flower Ring in 14K White Gold is a gorgeous example of a ruby ring that’s fitting for spring. Seven round 3mm rubies work together to create a striking six-petal flower, while six round diamonds serves as accents on either side like sparkling leaves, providing contrast and reflecting the rich crimson hue of the gemstones they surround. Reminiscent of a red rose or a red carnation, this ring is always in good taste.

Bright colors are more than welcome after a long, drab winter, and pink sapphire is the perfect stone when you’re seeking a wearable symbol that the season of new life has arrived. Pink sapphire rings of many kinds offer pops of unexpected color from a classic precious gemstone and provide lasting celebrations of spring.

The Asscher-Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring is a truly show-stopping style that captures the joy of the first opening flowers. An Asscher-cut pink sapphire serves as the striking centerpiece of this ring; its unique cut is designed to allow this gem to give off brilliant flashes of light. However, this unexpected but beautiful stone isn’t the only source of this piece’s sparkle: 20 round diamonds form two concentric circles around this ring’s main attraction, providing the look of petals in two sizes. This gorgeous piece is also available in 14K yellow gold, 14K rose gold, 18K gold or platinum by request.

Rev. Virgil A. Kraft once said, “Spring shows what God can do with a drab and dirty world.” Let one of these striking gemstone rings remind you that spring is finally here.

The ruby is one of the four classic precious gemstones, and it’s long been loved for its saturated red color that seems to glow from within. What better time than winter to wear this warm crimson stone? This gem adds a rich sophistication to rings that span the style spectrum, from vintage to modern. No matter what sort of ring holds it, the ruby is next to impossible to ignore.

The vibrancy of the ruby allows it to add a bold touch to rings that contain symbols of faith, demonstrating that you’re not ashamed of what you believe. For instance, the Insignia Ruby Cross Ring in 14K White Gold features a 6mm-high oval faceted ruby in the middle of an antique-style insignia cross, creating a look that stands out in a crowd, both for its good looks and for the meaning behind it.

The contrast found in ruby and diamond rings is particularly striking as the rich, fiery hue of the ruby plays against the light, dazzling sparkle of its colorless partner. The 3 Stone Ruby and Diamond Channel Stone Ring gorgeously demonstrates this contrast as three oval-shaped rubies—one 6mm high and two side stones—are gracefully accented by six round, channel-set diamonds. A simple, gleaming 14K yellow gold band adds extra warmth to this modern classic style.

The rich crimson of the ruby is the hue that’s most often associated with love and ruby engagement rings are unique ways to demonstrate a love that’s set your heart afire. The 1 Carat Ruby Art Deco Bridal Ring Set in 14K White Gold is a prime example. This engagement ring and wedding band set uses a 1920s design to express a bond that never grows old. The round ruby that serves as the star of the engagement ring sparkles from within the petals of a shining white gold flower, while leaf and paisley motifs accent both bands. This stone’s vibrant glimmer gives a style that’s nearly a century old a fresh burst of life. While this set’s coordinating beauty is truly stunning, you can also purchase the engagement ring alone as the 1 Carat Art Deco Ruby Ring and pair it with the wedding band of your choice.

In addition to their stunning color and warm sparkle, rubies are also quite hard, allowing them to resist wear and tear. Because of this, any of these rings would be perfectly suited to pass on to future generations and to become a cherished heirloom. Let one of these ruby rings add warmth to your winter—this year and for many years to come.

But, do you know how Santa Claus came to be? The real Saint Nicholas, the person that inspired the modern-day Santa Claus, was probably the bishop of Myra (close to modern-day Finke, Turkey) in the 4^th Century. While there are many legends about him, most of these stories share a few common characteristics and portray him as a man of great generosity.

According to many of these stories, Saint Nicholas was born into a wealthy family, and when his parents died he inherited a large sum of money. However, he didn’t use the money for personal gain; rather he gave all of it away to those who needed it. One of the most famous tales of Saint Nicholas tells of how he threw bags of gold coins into the windows of the home of three girls who were about to be sold into slavery or prostitution, providing a dowry for them so that they could be married instead.

By the 6^th century, Saint Nicholas was famous, and the emperor Justinian dedicated a church in Constantinople to him. He was revered throughout Europe for centuries and almost 400 churches were dedicated to him in England alone in late Middle Ages. Even after the Protestant Reformation, which discouraged the veneration of saints, he remained popular in Holland and the Dutch brought his legend to the New World by the 1770s.

The name “Santa Claus” comes from the Dutch nickname for Saint Nicholas, “Sinter Klaas.” The modern concept of Santa was greatly influenced by the poem now known as “’Twas the Night Before Christmas.” In it, Episcopalian minister Clement Clarke Moore described him as a jolly, kindly figure in a red coat.

The story of Saint Nicholas serves as an example of generosity for us today, and inspires us in our giving. Red and white jewelry, reminiscent of the colors of Santa Clause, is an excellent way to demonstrate your generosity this Christmas.

Garnet and diamond rings are excellent picks for any special person on your list. For example, the Cushion-Cut Garnet and Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold puts a 6mm cushion-cut garnet in the spotlight and surrounds it with a frame of glittering diamonds. A diamond-covered band ups the glamour of this piece. Or, choose a garnet and diamond pendant such as the Garnet Heart and Diamond Pendant in 14K White Gold, which suspends a heart-shaped garnet within a larger heart of white gold filigree.

If you’d prefer a piece that features two of the traditional precious gemstones, consider ruby jewelry accented with diamonds like the 2 Carat Ruby and Diamond Flower Ring. This classic style is a festive choice for the holiday season and an elegant piece year round. A 9mm-high, 2 carat ruby is encircled by a full carat of round diamonds like the petals of a flower.

These brilliant red and white pieces are both brilliant style statements and excellent ways to demonstrate your generosity. Choose one of in honor of the real Saint Nicholas.