How to Add Colored Gemstones To Your Jewelry and Engagement Ring Style

If you are looking for something unique and set apart from the every day, colored gemstones might be perfect. Whether you are choosing an engagement ring that stands out from the rest or adding extraordinary dazzle to your everyday style, we can help you find that colorful piece. From sapphires and rubies to emeralds, amethyst, and blue topaz, our collection of colored gemstone jewelry spans rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets in a rainbow of hues.

Color has always been a beautiful way to make a piece personal, whether you are drawn to a birthstone, a meaningful anniversary hue, or simply a shade you love. For the full picture of what we carry, from trends to designers to choosing between stones, explore our guide to colorful gemstone fine jewelry.

Colored Accent Stones in Engagement Rings and Wedding Bands

Color in a ring most often arrives at the shoulders rather than the center. Sapphires set along the shoulders of a diamond ring give you something nobody else in the room is wearing while keeping the brightness a diamond center brings, and a gemstone band runs a ribbon of color through a stack without committing the whole ring to it. Browse our colored gemstone engagement rings, or explore individual hues in sapphire, ruby, and emerald.

Gabriel & Co. 14k White Gold Blue Sapphire Natural Diamond Engagement Ring Setting 3/8 ct. tw.

• Two pear-shaped blue sapphires flanking an oval diamond halo
• 14k white gold with a milgrain, vintage-inspired finish
• A setting, so you choose the center stone separately, 3/8 ct. tw.

Tacori 18k White Gold Blue Sapphire Natural Diamond Engagement Ring Setting 1/4 ct. tw.

• Trapezoid blue sapphires set close against a cushion-shaped halo
• 18k white gold with milgrain detail along the shoulders
• A setting for a round center stone, 1/4 ct. tw.

14k White Gold Ruby and Natural Diamond Wedding Band 1/10 ct. tw.

• Rubies alternating with natural diamonds along the front of the band
• 14k white gold, rhodium plated with a polished finish
• Slim enough to sit against an engagement ring, 1/10 ct. tw.

Gemstone Jewelry: Earrings, Necklaces, and Bracelets

Beyond rings, colored gemstones are a beautiful way to add personality to everyday jewelry. A pair of gemstone studs, a pendant on a fine chain, or a full line of color at the wrist layers easily with what you already wear. Explore all of our colored gemstone fine jewelry, shop by birthstone, or discover designer pieces from Doves.

Doves 18k White Gold London Blue Topaz and Natural Diamond Earrings 1/5 ct. tw.

• Deep teal-blue London blue topaz, each in a halo of natural diamonds
• 18k white gold, rhodium plated with a polished finish
• Studs rather than drops, so they wear under a scarf or a collar

14k White Gold Genuine Amethyst and Natural Diamond Necklace .05 ct. tw.

• A round genuine amethyst framed by natural diamonds, .05 ct. tw.
• 14k white gold on a fine cable chain
• The February birthstone, and an easy layering length

14k Yellow Gold Genuine Pink Sapphire Bracelet

• Genuine pink sapphires set the whole way around, tennis style
• 14k yellow gold, which warms the pink rather than cooling it
• Sapphire is the hardest colored stone, so it suits daily wear

If you would rather start from a color than from a category, the birthstone range is arranged that way.

The Robbins Brothers Difference

We have been helping people choose fine jewelry since 1921, and colored stones ask a different question of a jeweler than diamonds do. A diamond has grading language that does much of the work for you. A sapphire does not, so whether a blue is the blue you want is a judgment made with the stone in front of you, under the same light, next to another one.

Our master jeweler works in house, which matters more with colored stones than with diamonds: several of them are softer, some do not take an ultrasonic cleaner, and setting or resetting one is a job for someone who knows which is which. Every piece carries our best-in-class lifetime warranty with complimentary cleaning and inspection at any of our showrooms across California, Arizona, Texas, and Washington.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which colored gemstones work best for an engagement ring?

Sapphires are a favorite for engagement rings because they rank high on the hardness scale and hold up beautifully to daily wear, and they come in far more than blue. Rubies offer the same durability in romantic red. Emeralds are stunning but softer, so we often set them with a protective design. Visit any of our showrooms and our jewelry consultants can walk you through the trade-offs in person.

Can the colored stone be the center stone rather than an accent?

It can, and custom is usually the route. Most of the colored-stone rings we carry ready-made put the color at the shoulders and keep a diamond at the center, which is what the rings on this page do. To put the color in the center instead, we would build the ring around a stone you choose, and our master jeweler will tell you honestly how that stone will live on a hand before you commit to it.

Are colored gemstones durable enough for everyday wear?

It depends on the stone. Sapphires and rubies are among the hardest gems and wear well every day, while softer stones like emerald, amethyst, and topaz are better suited to pieces you can be a little gentler with, such as earrings and pendants. Our experts can recommend the right setting and stone for your lifestyle.

How do I choose a gemstone by color or meaning?

Meaning is the usual starting point when the color itself is not. Sapphire is linked with loyalty and wisdom, ruby with passion, emerald with renewal, and amethyst with intuition. There is no wrong reason to pick a stone, and plenty of people land on one simply because it looked right on them.

How should I care for colored gemstone jewelry?

Clean most gemstone jewelry with mild soap, warm water, and a soft brush, and store pieces separately so harder stones do not scratch softer ones. Avoid harsh chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners with porous or treated stones like emerald. If you are unsure which category a stone falls into, bring it to us and we will tell you before anything goes near a cleaner.

Can I mix colored gemstones with diamonds?

Absolutely, and it is one of our favorite looks. Diamond accents make a colored stone read even brighter, and a gemstone band adds color to a diamond stack. Many of our pieces already pair the two, and our master jeweler can design a custom mix if you have something specific in mind.

Can I create a custom colored gemstone piece?

Yes. Our in-house design studio works closely with you to create something uniquely yours, whether you are starting from scratch, modifying an existing design, or reimagining an heirloom. Our master jeweler can build it with you from the first sketch to the finished piece.

Do you offer both natural and lab-created gemstones?

We carry genuine natural gemstones and can talk you through lab-created options where available. Our consultants can explain the differences in origin, appearance, and value so you can choose what aligns with your preferences and budget.

Do I need an appointment to shop for colored gemstones?

Walk-ins are always welcome, but we recommend booking a personalized consultation so you have dedicated time with one of our experts. It also means we can have several examples of a stone pulled and waiting, which is what you want if you are choosing between two blues rather than looking at one.

Or find a Robbins Brothers near you to explore our colored gemstone collection in person. You can also browse our Pinterest board for inspiration.