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Parti sapphires are precious gems that belong to the corundum family, of which ruby is also a member. Australia is famous for its unique parti sapphires that feature colour zones of two or more colours - typically blue, yellow and green. Some Australian parti sapphires display clearly delineated zones of colour, while others blend colours to a beautiful and unique effect. The exact colour zoning of a parti sapphire is best viewed when it's placed upside down, with its culet pointing up. Oftentimes sapphires that appear blue-green from the front are in fact blue and yellow, with two colours mixing beautifully to create all shades of teal and green. We love working with these gorgeous, one-of-a-kind natural gems and setting them in engagement rings and other special pieces.
Parti sapphires are nature’s way of blending colours like an artist’s brushstroke. While traditional sapphires are known for their single hues, parti sapphires display multiple colours within a single stone. These mesmerising gemstones shift and change as light passes through them, creating a truly unique visual experience. Each parti sapphire engagement ring is one of a kind, making it the perfect choice for anyone seeking an expression of individuality and personality.
Parti sapphires typically display zones of blue, teal, green and yellow, with some more unusual stones featuring orange, purple and pink colours. The exact mix of colours is determined by the chemical composition and how the stone formed millions of years ago beneath the Earth’s surface. No two stones are ever identical, ensuring that your engagement ring is a true original. The interplay of colours adds depth and character, making every ring a tiny masterpiece.
Cutting parti sapphires to show off their beautiful colours is a true art as the gem cutter has to determine the correct axis and proportions to bring the best out of the rough crystal. A cut can accentuate distinct colour zones or make the colours more blended.
A parti sapphire’s beauty goes beyond its colour blend - it’s also about how light interacts with the stone.
Unlike the classic blue sapphire, parti sapphire colour shifts in appearance depending on the angle you view it at, as well as the lighting conditions - appearing more vibrant in natural daylight and taking on a deeper and warmer tone under artificial light. This dynamic quality makes the ring feel endlessly fascinating to look at, as it subtly changes throughout the day.
Australian parti sapphires are among the most sought-after, known for their ethical sourcing and outstanding quality. Primarily mined in Queensland and New South Wales, these distinctive gemstones are treasured for their gorgeous, vivid colour combinations. Queensland sapphires tend to display bright, vibrant greens and yellows, while sapphires from New South Wales tend to have rich blue-teal colours, with distinct yellow zones. Choosing an Australian parti sapphire engagement ring means embracing individuality while owning a piece of the country’s rich natural heritage.
An Australian parti sapphire engagement ring is ideal for those who value an unrivalled expression of individuality, sustainable sourcing and expert craftsmanship. If you’re someone who loves jewellery with character and a story to tell, a parti sapphire is a stunning alternative to traditional diamonds.
If you answered "yes" to any of these, a parti sapphire might be your perfect match.
The right setting can accentuate a parti sapphire’s colours and enhance its beauty. Warm-hued metals like yellow or rose gold can emphasise golden and green tones, while white gold or platinum enhances cooler blues and teals. Adding diamonds as shoulder stones in a trilogy design or a diamond halo can highlight the sapphire’s colour and amplify its brilliance.
Parti sapphires, as well as teal sapphires, have been steadily gaining popularity among couples looking for a unique alternative to the more traditional diamonds. Their one-of-a-kind beauty, ethical sourcing, and affordability make them an attractive choice for contemporary engagement rings. Artisanal jewellers are embracing these multi-coloured gems, offering innovative designs and custom settings to showcase their beauty.
Finding the perfect parti sapphire engagement ring means selecting an Australian jeweller who understands the stone’s complexity and specifically focuses on working with parti sapphires, as high quality stones can be very difficult to source. At Lizunova we specialise in bespoke, ethically sourced parti sapphire engagement rings, offering the finest handpicked collections of loose parti sapphires and sapphire engagement rings.
If you’re ready to begin creating a ring that reflects your individuality and love story, book an in-person or virtual appointment where you can explore our curated collection of parti sapphires and sapphire engagement rings.
What Are Parti Sapphires, and Why Are They Popular for Engagement Rings?
Parti sapphires are unique natural gemstones featuring multiple colours within a single stone, making them a rare and deeply personal choice for engagement rings.
What Makes a Parti Sapphire Ring Different from Other Sapphire Rings?
Unlike single-colour sapphires, parti sapphires display a mix of two or more colours that often change under different lighting conditions.
Will My Parti Sapphire Ring Look Different In Various Lighting?
Yes! The colours of your parti sapphire may appear more vibrant and cooler-toned in natural daylight and warmer and deeper in artificial lighting, adding to its dynamic beauty.
How Do I Choose the Right Parti Sapphire for an Engagement Ring?
Choosing the right parti sapphire for your engagement ring can be an exciting and magical journey, with so many beautiful and unique options to choose from. Decide on the desired predominant colour hue, shape and size and look for a gem that resonates with you and will look spectacular in your dream ring design.
Can I Customise a Parti Sapphire Engagement Ring?
At Lizunova, nothing is mass-produced - each ring is individually designed and crafted, allowing an endless scope for customisation. We offer bespoke ring design to highlight the unique beauty of each stone, and reflect your individual preferences, wishes and desired design details.
Are Parti Sapphire Engagement Rings Becoming a Trend?
As couples seek unique, ethical, and colourful alternatives to traditional rings, parti sapphires are rising in popularity. Well-designed and meticulously crafted rings set with high-quality gems are a timeless choice that will never go out of style.
Each sapphire is carefully hand-picked for its quality, beauty and rarity. We use only high-grade, conflict-free diamonds.
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We use Australian ring size measurements, which are in an alphabetical range from A-Z.
As your fingers contract and expand due to the temperature, humidity, exercise, etc, your ring will fit on your finger tighter or looser. Your ring should fit comfortably and you need to find a balance between too big and too small. It is recommended that you should have to push your ring on tightly over your knuckle and it should spin slightly around the base of your finger. There should be some resistance when the ring is taken off – this will help to keep the ring on when your fingers are cold or wet. The correct size is the one that you feel the most confident and comfortable with.
We suggest that you size the finger you intend to wear your ring on at room temperature – this should provide you with a size that should be close to perfect most of the time.
Top-heavy rings can tend to spin on your finger, as the base of your finger is usually thinner than your knuckle. We suggest when sizing your finger for a top-heavy ring, that you err on the tighter side, rather than a loose fit. This will mean that the ring will stay on the top of your finger and it will ultimately be more comfortable to wear.
If you’re choosing a wide ring, you will tend to go up a size. There is more surface area on a wider ring and therefore more metal to grip to your finger.
If you are interested in a ring that is 5mm or wider, we suggest going up a size (one size larger than the sizing gauge). We suggest going up another size if the ring you are interested in is 9mm or larger (two sizes larger than the sizing gauge).
If you are buying a ring as a gift for someone, we recommend that you measure the inside diameter of a ring the person you’re buying the gift for, regularly wears on the finger your gift will be worn on.
If you do not know your ring size you can use this guide to obtain an approximate measurement.
Before measuring the finger on which the ring you’re purchasing will be worn, please ensure the following:
The number that lines up with edges of the opening is the ‘interior circumference’. Please note this number and then refer to our Ring Size Chart to choose the correct ring size.
If you do not know your ring size you can use this guide to obtain an approximate measurement.
If you have a ring that is worn on the finger you need sizing, print out the ring size guide (take care to print it at 100%), and place the existing ring over the circles. Measure the inside of the ring against the outside of the circle. If you can hardly see the black line which goes around each circle, you have chosen the right size. Compare the ring to the adjacent circles to check that you definitely have the right size.
You can then double check this measurement by measuring the inside diameter of the ring, and matching that against the ring diameter measurements shown.
Alternatively, if you don’t have a ring available, you can measure the finger itself to obtain an approximate ring size. You can do so by wrapping a piece of string or thin strip of paper around the finger on which you wish to wear the ring, marking it with a pen where it overlaps. Measure the piece of string with a ruler to obtain the circumference of the finger, and compare that to the European Size measurement shown on the chart. We would recommend that in order to obtain the most accurate measurement when taking your ring size in this way, you do so at the end of the day when the finger is at its largest, and not when your hands are unusually cold as this would lead to a smaller ring size.
If you require any further assistance in obtaining your ring size, please contact us and we will be happy to help.