Colored Diamond Engagement Rings

What could possibly be more fabulous than a beautiful, vintage design engagement ring set with a sparkling diamond? Said ring with sparkling colored diamond, that’s what.  Colored diamonds make a lovely alternative to the typically clear diamond used in engagement rings, especially for nontraditional, modern couples. Colored diamonds come in a variety of hues including pink and yellow, as well as the more unique colors like black or blue.

What Is A Colored Diamond?

Black and blue colored diamonds are genuine clear diamonds that have been color enhanced through heat treatment or irradiation. These processes alter the hue of the diamond to bring out a brilliant blue or black color that is permanent. The biggest benefit of choosing a beautiful colored diamond instead of using a gemstone with the same hue is the sparkle and brilliance that can only be reflected from a diamond. Though onyx and sapphires look similar to blue or black diamonds, they cannot create the same pop, fire or sparkle that is inherent to a diamond.

Our Favorite Colored Diamond Rings

We love the way black diamonds and blue diamonds dazzle when paired with a vintage style ring, which is why we’re highlighting our absolute favorite colored diamond designs. If you too love the unique beauty of colored diamonds, you just might fall in love with the styles below:

Vintage Style White Gold and Black Diamond Ring

Though this finely detailed piece (shown at right) would make a showstopper of an engagement ring, it makes an equally fabulous right hand ring. The black diamond creates a dramatic contrast against the engraved white gold band for stunning effect.
Art Deco Style Black Diamond and White Gold Ring

This ring has a uniquely architectural design that evokes a stylish Art Deco sensibility. The result is a surprisingly modern piece of jewelry that makes a statement with its black diamond center stone.
Vintage Filigree Blue Diamond Engagement Ring

Victorian era engagement rings often used colored stones in lieu of pricier diamonds, but this pretty ring (pictured at top) contains the best of both worlds. Girls who love color will enjoy the brilliant blue hue of the center stone, while fans of diamonds can appreciate the sparkle and fire of the gemstone in a whole new light.

Vintage Blue Diamond Filigree Band in White Gold

The intricate detail on this vintage style filigree ring is exquisite. The blue diamond set in the middle gives it a gorgeous sparkle that sets it apart from other antique style rings. It’s an ideal choice for women who appreciate old-fashioned craftsmanship and detailing.

Something Blue: Blue Diamond Engagement Rings

Colored gemstone engagement rings are one of the coolest ways to personalize an engagement ring. Though all types of gemstones are being used, colored diamonds are the most popular option for those en vogue. Walk the fine line between tradition and originality by rocking a sparkling blue diamond engagement ring. Something blue, anyone?

Blue Diamond Basics

Naturally colored diamonds are very rare, and consequently very expensive. Blue is one of the rarest and most highly sought after colors for diamonds. Blue diamonds in particular are so rare that most jewelers have never seen the naturally colored gems in person.

Thanks to modern technology, jewelers now have the ability to create intensely blue colored diamonds. The gorgeous blue color is achieved through a combination of irradiation and heat treatment to a natural, genuine white diamond.

What Makes a Blue Diamond Special

Some people wrongly believe that because the color was created in a lab, this makes the blue diamond less special. This is not the case, since the process used to infuse the blue color is expensive and is only used on high quality diamonds. Since the majority of diamonds do not fit into this category, very few are treated to become blue diamonds. So although they are created in a lab, blue diamonds are still a rare gemstone–and a natural diamond. Also, many other naturally colored gemstones are treated to enhance their natural coloring; it’s a common process for beautifying gemstones.

Another misconception is that using  a blue diamond is similar to having a sapphire as a center stone. However, blue diamonds have a fire and sparkle–a natural luminescence–that cannot be mimicked by a sapphire, or any gemstone other than a diamond.

Blue Diamond Engagement Rings

If you have your heart set on a blue diamond engagement ring, you are in luck. Below are three of our favorite styles, but you can also check out our much wider selection of blue diamond rings and fall in love with your own pick.

Blue Diamond Three Stone Ring – A blue diamond center stone is flanked by two sparkling white diamonds for the best of both worlds.

Blue Diamond Solitaire Rings - Sometimes the simplest engagement ring designs are the most timeless. This blue diamond solitaire is also available in 18k gold or platinum by request.

The Art Deco Blue Diamond Ring – inspired by the popular international design movement of 1925 throughl 1939. Available in 1/4 carat, 1/2 Carat, and 1 Carat Styles.