Emerald-cut gemstones have “stepped” facets, which means that they resemble steps on a staircase. For this reason, this cut is sometimes known as a step cut. While it has fewer facets than some other popular cuts, its facets are larger, allowing it to give off large flashes of light as opposed to a more subtle sparkle. The long lines and geometric look of the emerald cut create a look that’s elegant and full of class, and gives many gemstones the ability to give off dramatic sparkle.

The 5.00 Carat Emerald-Cut London Blue Topaz and Diamond Ring showcases the emerald cut in simple yet sophisticated fashion. This ring’s starring player is a sizeable London blue topaz, the deepest, richest variety of blue topaz. This stone is over a centimeter high, giving the ring that holds it sense of richness and elegance. Two baguette-cut diamonds hug this striking stone, adding 0.15 carats of colorless sparkle on each side. If you’d like to extend this classy look to your ears, consider purchasing this ring as part of the Emerald-Cut London Blue Topaz Ring and Earring Set, which pairs it with coordinating earrings, each adorned with a single 8mm-high stone.

The color of the stone that takes the spotlight in the 7 Carat Emerald Cut Smoky Quartz Ring might be understated, but its cut is anything but shy. This striking piece features a chic emerald-cut smoky quartz, a full 12mm high, showcasing the long facets of the emerald cut and demonstrating the sophisticated appeal of this unusual gemstone. This name of this subtly-hued stone provides an apt description of its appearance—its sparkles with a tone that falls somewhere between brown and gray and that calls to mind the curls of smoke rising from a fall bonfire. This gem is accented with 0.12 carats of round diamonds that adorn the band as it splits to cradle this ring’s main attraction.

The Pink Sapphire Emerald-Cut 1/2 Carat Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold showcases the beauty of the emerald cut through both the bright dazzle of a unique gemstone and the colorless sparkle of diamonds. A 6mm-high emerald-cut pink sapphire is the centerpiece of this eye-catching piece, while two similarly-shaped, smaller diamonds—a quarter carat each—sparkle from each side. The simple shapes and stunning stones of this style give it a sense of timeless class and confident beauty.

Gemstone rings that feature emerald-cut gems display timeless design and dramatic dazzle. Whether you chose a piece that features an emerald-cut stone on its own or accented by diamonds, you’re sure to select a style that’s timelessly beautiful.

Smokey quartz is, as its name implies, a type of quartz, and as such it’s in the same family of gemstones as both amethyst and citrine. However, its appearance alone wouldn’t lead you to believe that it’s related to its brightly-colored purple and yellow cousins. The unique look of this stone calls to mind the smoke rising from a crackling fire on a cool day, making it a lovely choice for the last chilly days of February.

The unique, subdued hue of smokey quartz allows it to complement both warm and cool colors, making it an incredibly versatile addition to your jewelry collection. It’s simultaneously brown and gray, with a chic shimmer that emulates good taste and sophistication without losing its ability to work well with even the most casual of ensembles.

Smokey quartz earrings complement a wide range of skin tones and eye colors, allowing them to add flattering sparkle to just about anyone’s ears. While studs that feature smokey quartz are always lovely, the 1.20 Carat Smokey Quartz and Diamond Earrings add a slightly more dressed-up touch of smokey quartz that’s fitting for any day. This classy pair features 5mm cushion-cut smokey quartz stones, suspended under tiny accent diamonds for a style that would complement with nearly any outfit.

Smokey quartz pendants can add a dose of subdued sparkle around your neck and give your eyes an extra hint of sparkle. The 7mm x 5mm Oval Shaped Smokey Quartz and Diamond Flower Pendant forms a striking blossom that, despite the brown hue of its center, glistens with life. A 7mm-high oval-shaped smokey quartz is surrounded with a ring of 12 round diamonds like the petals of a delicate flower. The 14K white gold that holds these stones adds the perfect complement, as does the coordinating 18-inch box chain that’s included.

Smokey quartz gives a wide range of rings a subtly sophisticated look. From classic three-stone styles to feminine vintage designs to more modern looks, smokey quartz rings overflow with understated class and soft sparkle. While this stone may be a slightly unexpected choice for many of these designs, it’s always welcome.

Rings that combine smokey quartz and diamonds create a beautiful contrast between two incredibly adaptable stones for a look that’s chic and classy. For instance, the Cushion-Cut 3.52 Carat Smoky Quartz and Diamond Ring places a 9mm cushion-cut smokey quartz in the spotlight and surrounds it with total of 16 round diamonds. This lovely piece elevates the chic brown stone it holds like a piece of fine art, placed in a glittering colorless frame.

In addition to their versatile beauty and sophisticate sparkle, smokey quartz earrings, pendants and rings are remarkably affordable. Try one of these pieces for a fresh take on basic color.

Garnet is an unexpected but stunning choice for engagement rings. The deep red of this semiprecious gemstone is a natural symbol of love, and pieces that feature heart-shaped garnets play off of this connection to affection. For instance, the Vintage Filigree Garnet Heart Ring in 14K White Gold places a centimeter-high scarlet heart within a Victorian setting that emulates romance.

Tanzanite rings feature a stone that’s found only in one small area of the world, just five miles square. This sense of exclusivity makes them ideal symbols of the love that you feel only for your special someone. For instance, three alluring oval-shaped tanzanite stones are accented with six channel-set diamonds in the Three Stone Tanzanite and Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold, creating a look with a sense of rare beauty

Green amethyst is another out-of the ordinary stone that’s perfect for representing a love like no other. Its refreshing light green color is both full of life and mesmerizingly soothing, perfect for the one who makes you come alive and who sets your heart at ease. The Sea-Foam Green Amethyst and Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold showcases a 2.80 carat oval green amethyst, framed by diamonds and set on a diamond studded band. This straightforward but stunning style is fit for a fairytale.

Smokey topaz is a modern yet timeless gemstone. Its soft taupe sparkle is supremely sophisticated and incredibly versatile, making it ideal for expressing lasting love. The 1.75 Carat Oval Cut Smokey Quartz & Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold demonstrates this unique gem’s upscale beauty with a gently glimmering oval-shaped stone, accented by four small diamonds. Rings such as this speak of a love that’s mature and poised to endure for a lifetime.

If you’re looking for an engagement ring without a hint of shyness, don’t miss Apples of Gold’s pink topaz rings. While the bright hue of the stones in these rings isn’t the first color to come to mind when most of us picture topaz, it’s a surprising pop of color that’s sure to bring smiles as well as admiring glances. The Vintage Leaf Pink Topaz Ring in 14K White Gold beautifully features this bold yet feminine stone. A delicately engraved leaf motif adorns the slender band of this time-honored-style, and when it’s viewed from the side it reveals a surprise: a heart-shaped cutout beneath the gemstone, adding a secret symbol of your love that only the wearer will see. While this ring is inspired by the past, the stone it contains is an up-to-the minute burst of lighthearted, ladylike charm.

Unique gemstones are perfect engagement ring options for one-of-a-kind brides! Choose a style with an unusual stone to demonstrate that your love is anything but ordinary.