02, January 2015:
Big beautiful statement pieces of jewellery boasting coloured gemstones
are definitely on the rise, and while their inherent value is no match
for the classic diamond, they are ever more appealing because of their
price tag and the incredible design potential they hold for unusual
engagement ring designers. The world of jewellery is constantly pushing
boundaries and with an increasing number of price-conscious couples
looking for more and more unusual and unique engagement rings, coloured
gems are making their mark. Offering something different and yet
affordable, the use of these striking gemstones is understandably on the
up. But with increased popularity comes increased price tags.
F&L Designer Guides discovered that according to Antonia Ross of Holts Gems in London, an unheated 2-3 carat padparascha sapphire has doubled in value recently, as has the quality blue sapphire. Other stones to have seen a rise in value are the natural fine chalcedony, spinel and chrysoberyl cat’s eye. The Chinese and other emerging markets have a significant role to play in the increased prices of coloured gems, which are also making their presence felt in the leading jewellery markets and among the more unusual engagement ring designers. Last year Gemfields achieved a record average price per carat at the emerald auctions in Lusaka, Zambia and this clearly reflects the rise in enthusiasm for the coloured gemstone that is now highly regarded in many of the world’s leading jewellery houses. The demand for colour has meant that other stones such as the Paraiba tourmalines, spinals, pink sapphires and topaz are also coming into their own.
L, from F&L Designer Guides believes that it is fashion rather than intrinsic value that drives price changes and she notes that in the 1920s, for example, the fashion was for the unusual engagement ring designer to use coral and lapis lazuli, non-precious stones that fetched an increasingly higher price tag that was concurrent with their increased prominence.
The successful auctions, 17 in total, held by Gemfields have set records for per-carat prices and this is evidence enough that coloured gemstones are firmly establishing themselves as the stones of choice for more and more unusual engagement ring designers and consumers too.
About F&L Designer Guides:
F&L Designer Guides provide all you need to know about choosing an engagement ring designer. Showcasing some of the UK’s best designers, along with tips, advice and inspirations for choosing that perfect ring, the F&L Designer Guide is the first stop for choosing that perfect ring.
For Media Contact:
F&L Designer Guides
101 Parkway House
Sheen Lane
London
+44 208 878 3834
http://www.fldesignerguides.co.uk/
F&L Designer Guides discovered that according to Antonia Ross of Holts Gems in London, an unheated 2-3 carat padparascha sapphire has doubled in value recently, as has the quality blue sapphire. Other stones to have seen a rise in value are the natural fine chalcedony, spinel and chrysoberyl cat’s eye. The Chinese and other emerging markets have a significant role to play in the increased prices of coloured gems, which are also making their presence felt in the leading jewellery markets and among the more unusual engagement ring designers. Last year Gemfields achieved a record average price per carat at the emerald auctions in Lusaka, Zambia and this clearly reflects the rise in enthusiasm for the coloured gemstone that is now highly regarded in many of the world’s leading jewellery houses. The demand for colour has meant that other stones such as the Paraiba tourmalines, spinals, pink sapphires and topaz are also coming into their own.
L, from F&L Designer Guides believes that it is fashion rather than intrinsic value that drives price changes and she notes that in the 1920s, for example, the fashion was for the unusual engagement ring designer to use coral and lapis lazuli, non-precious stones that fetched an increasingly higher price tag that was concurrent with their increased prominence.
The successful auctions, 17 in total, held by Gemfields have set records for per-carat prices and this is evidence enough that coloured gemstones are firmly establishing themselves as the stones of choice for more and more unusual engagement ring designers and consumers too.
About F&L Designer Guides:
F&L Designer Guides provide all you need to know about choosing an engagement ring designer. Showcasing some of the UK’s best designers, along with tips, advice and inspirations for choosing that perfect ring, the F&L Designer Guide is the first stop for choosing that perfect ring.
For Media Contact:
F&L Designer Guides
101 Parkway House
Sheen Lane
London
+44 208 878 3834
http://www.fldesignerguides.co.uk/
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