White Diamond Alternatives

At Sarah Lee Jewelry, we adore white diamonds, but there are many other stunning options to create a truly unique engagement ring! Explore our diverse selection to find the perfect gem that matches your style and vision.

Aquamarine

Aquamarine is the green-blue to blue variety of beryl, with a light pastel greenish-blue color. Named from the Latin for seawater, it was believed to calm waves and protect sailors, and enhance marital happiness.

Ceylon Blue Sapphire

Ceylon blue sapphires range from light to medium vibrant blue and are sourced from Sri Lanka, previously known as Ceylon. These sapphires are often untreated, enhancing their natural color and value.

Morganite

Morganite is the pink to orange-pink variety of beryl, which also includes emerald and aquamarine. Although rarer than aquamarine, large morganite stones are available due to limited promotion. Madagascar produces the finest morganite, known for its superior magenta-colored rough.

Pink Sapphire

Pink sapphires are increasingly popular for their modern, flattering look. Their pink hue symbolizes femininity and strength, complementing all skin tones with a variety of shades.4o

Salt & Pepper Diamonds

Salt and pepper diamonds feature a mix of black and white inclusions, giving them a unique, speckled appearance. This combination creates distinctive, smoky, and smooth looks, adding personality and beauty to each diamond.

Black Diamond

Black diamonds naturally occur but are often created by superheating lower-quality natural diamonds to achieve a mirrored black finish. They offer a stunning contrast when paired with white diamonds and are affordable for nearly any budget.

Emerald

Emerald is the green to bluish-green variety of beryl, including aquamarine. It's the most famous beryl member and was historically believed to bestow foresight, reveal truth, and protect against evil. Wearing an emerald was thought to test a lover's oath and enhance eloquence.

Fancy Colored Diamonds

Diamonds in the normal color range are graded D-to-Z, from colorless to light yellow. Fancy color diamonds, which exhibit colors beyond the Z range, include rare hues like blue, green, pink, and red. These diamonds come in every color of the spectrum and are highly prized for their unique and vibrant appearances.

Royal Blue Sapphire

Royal blue sapphires, from the corundum mineral species, feature a coveted medium to navy blue shade. Historically linked to royalty and romance, their popularity soared in 1981 when Prince Charles gave Lady Diana Spencer a royal blue sapphire engagement ring, connecting modern events with historical and fairy tale charm.4o

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Yellow Sapphire

Yellow sapphires are known for their cheerful, breathtaking beauty and are associated with wisdom and prosperity. In Vedic Astrology, they are believed to bring good luck and positive energy.

Moissanite

Moissanite is a diamond simulant that looks similar to a diamond but is artificially produced. At Sarah Lee Jewelry, while we prefer natural or lab-grown diamonds, we understand budget constraints and recommend moissanite for its durability and brilliance. However, moissanite has a light green hue and a distinctive purple flash. If you choose moissanite, we will source the whitest and most diamond-like option available for your jewelry.

Alexandrite

Alexandrite, a rare chrysoberyl variety, changes color from green in daylight to purplish-red in incandescent light, often described as "emerald by day, ruby by night." This striking color change, known as "the alexandrite effect," sets it apart from other gems with similar light-dependent color changes.

Padparadscha Sapphire

Padparadscha sapphires feature a blend of pink and orange hues. Named after the Sanskrit word for a tropical lotus flower, these gems are among the rarest in the world, unmatched by any other gemstone species or color substitute.

Ruby

Ruby, a variety of the corundum mineral species, owes its red color to trace amounts of chromium. This color ranges from orangy-red to purplish-red. Historically significant, rubies are mentioned in the Bible and are called "ratnaraj" or "king of precious stones" in Sanskrit.