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Yellow sapphire engagement rings are luminous symbols of joy, optimism and a unique personal style. An elegant and colourful departure from traditional white diamonds and a more affordable alternative to yellow diamonds, they represent individuality and a fresh take on that precious symbol of love and commitment, the engagement ring - perfect for modern romantics in Australia and beyond. According to Vedic astrology, yellow sapphires are believed to protect, heal and enrich the wearer, adding meaningful symbolism to this stunning gem. Whether you opt for a soft, pastel yellow or a vibrant golden hue, a yellow sapphire engagement ring radiates warmth, individuality and timeless elegance - making it a truly unique symbol of love.
Yellow sapphires stand out due to their warm, golden tones, impressive durability inherent to the sapphire family, and timeless elegance. They seamlessly blend individuality with sophistication, making them a bold and meaningful engagement ring choice.
The beautiful colour of yellow sapphires comes from trace elements within the gemstone - mainly iron. According to GIA research, two types of iron-related colour sources, known as chromophores, are responsible for their golden tones. One involves iron alone, while the other is a more complex interaction between iron and a natural charge in the stone. Together, they influence how deep or bright the yellow appears - ranging from soft pastel hues to rich golden tones. This natural chemistry gives yellow sapphires their luminous and unmistakable glow (GIA, 2023).
Yellow sapphires are part of the corundum family, measuring 9 on the Mohs hardness scale - just below diamonds, making sapphire engagement rings of all colours a wonderful alternative to white diamonds. This exceptional hardness means they resist scratches and abrasions, making them an ideal gemstone for everyday wear. When set securely and cared for correctly, a yellow sapphire engagement ring will maintain its brilliance and integrity for a lifetime.
The chromophores responsible for a yellow sapphire’s colour also create a stunning spectrum of shades. Whether you prefer subtle elegance or vivid intensity, there’s sure to be a yellow sapphire to reflect your personal style.
Light yellow sapphires, often resulting from low Fe³⁺ concentrations, evoke a soft, romantic quality. Their pastel tones are perfect for those drawn to vintage-inspired or contemporary, minimalist aesthetics. These sapphires are subtle yet elegant - ideal for a timeless engagement ring with gentle charm. They look particularly luminous set in yellow gold as its colour gently enhances their warm, luminous glow. Light yellow sapphire engagement rings especially when set in yellow gold, can look like a ray of sunshine on your hand, bringing a touch of cheerful optimism to the everyday.
Sapphires with higher concentrations of iron exhibit a rich, golden hue. These gems are bold, bright, and luxurious - ideal for individuals seeking a standout piece that radiates warmth and confidence. Paired with yellow gold, their brilliance intensifies, creating a regal and refined statement ring. Bright yellow sapphires look wonderful with white diamond accents, which highlight their colour even more. A vivid yellow sapphire ring brings a burst of incredible natural beauty and colour.
From centre stone selection to metal choice and ring design, every element of a yellow sapphire engagement ring contributes to its uniqueness.
Yellow sapphires shine in a variety of settings. Trilogy, cluster and halo settings featuring white diamonds can provide rich contrast to bright yellow sapphires and enhance their colour and glow, while solitaire designs allow the natural colour to be the centrepiece. For a distinctive look, consider an east-west orientation, an asymmetric or a vintage-inspired ring design that frames the gemstone’s tone and cut with flair.
Yellow gold complements and deepens a sapphire’s golden hue, creating a warm, cohesive look. White metals like platinum or white gold provide a cool-hued, contrasting backdrop that can enhance the gem’s brilliance. The best choice depends on whether you prefer harmony or contrast.
While larger carat sizes may be impressive, the lustre, quality of cut and clarity is just as vital. Yellow sapphires typically exhibit excellent transparency, but it’s essential to look for minimal inclusions, a symmetrical cut and excellent lustre.
At Lizunova, we are committed to sustainable and ethical sourcing, thoughtful, timeless design, expert craftsmanship and local manufacturing. Every yellow sapphire is handpicked by us based on the criteria of exceptional quality, and comes from reputable suppliers who follow ethical sourcing standards. Every Lizunova yellow sapphire engagement ring is ethically handcrafted by our talented team in our Sydney studio, using sustainably produced Australian precious metals and high grade, conflict-free diamonds.
Our yellow sapphires originate primarily from Australia, Sri Lanka and Madagascar - regions known for producing some of the world’s finest sapphires. These areas yield stones with exceptional clarity and colour, including those with both major chromophores that enhance vibrancy. Sri Lankan yellow sapphires tend to have a more pure yellow hue and range from very bright, vivid yellows to light, pastel hues. Australian yellow sapphires tend to range from rich, honey-coloured hues, to golden wattle and lighter yellow colours, often with a secondary tinge of green. Sapphires from Madagascar tend to range from warm orangey-yellow colours to cooler lemon hues.
Whether you’re looking for classic elegance, modern minimalism, asymmetric uniqueness, or vintage-inspired charm, designing a custom engagement ring ensures your vision comes to life.
Our experts help you choose the ideal yellow sapphire based on tone, clarity, size and cut. We'll discuss colour intensity and help you find a gem that reflects your personal preferences and suitability for the desired ring design.
Drawing inspiration from one of our existing designs, your vision of your dream ring, or designing something completely bespoke and one-off, our jewellery designer will guide you through the process of designing your dream ring, as well as selecting the metal that works with your personal style and enhances your sapphire’s natural beauty.
Once we create your dream ring design and it is approved by you, our talented team of skilled jewellers begin crafting your ring in our Sydney studio, with expertise, precision and care. The result is an elegant, timeless ring of value and soul that celebrates your love and story.
To keep your yellow sapphire ring radiant, clean it regularly with mild soap and warm water, gently brushing it with a soft brush all over, especially under the settings, where dirt tends to accumulate. Regular check-ups and professional cleaning with your jeweller will help maintain your ring’s condition and ensure settings remain secure over time.
Lizunova offers one of Australia’s most refined collections of yellow sapphire engagement rings and loose yellow sapphires. We also offer custom sourcing of sapphires of the desired size, shape, colour and cut. Thoughtfully designed, ethically sourced, expertly crafted and fully customisable, our rings are made to be cherished for a lifetime.
Ready to find the yellow sapphire engagement ring that speaks to your heart? Explore our curated collection or book an appointment to start designing your bespoke ring today.
Not set on a yellow sapphire? Explore or green sapphire engagement rings if you’re drawn to nature-inspired beauty or teal sapphire engagement rings if you love cool, oceanic hues.
Yellow sapphires offer stunning colour, excellent durability, and rich symbolic value - making them ideal for couples seeking a unique and meaningful engagement ring. They also offer great value for money compared to yellow diamond engagement rings.
Traditionally, yellow sapphires symbolise joy, protection, wisdom and abundance - perfect sentiments for a lifelong commitment.
Most yellow sapphires are heat-treated to enhance clarity and colour. This process is stable and widely accepted within the gem industry.
Look for colour that speaks to you, be it a vibrant yellow or a pastel one, excellent clarity and cut, as well as an ethical origin. If a sapphire is unheated, it should have third party certification to confirm this.
Classic solitaire and trilogy designs, vintage-inspired halos, and custom asymmetrical designs are all favourites. Yellow gold and platinum are both popular choices for complementing the stone.
We specialise in bespoke designs tailored to your personal vision and all parts of your ring are completely customisable, from the centre stone selection, to metal choice and setting design. Book a virtual or in-person appointment with us and begin your journey today.
Each sapphire is carefully hand-picked for its quality, beauty and rarity. We use only high-grade, conflict-free diamonds.
Exquisitely designed and expertly handcrafted rings and jewellery, to be cherished forever.
Ethically handcrafted in Sydney by our team of master craftspeople.
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Level 5, Suite 6/74 Castlereagh St,
Sydney NSW 2000 Australia.
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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.