Three Stone Blue Sapphire Ring 2.14 Ct., Platinum 950

This ring centers on a transparent, round blue sapphire of 2.14 carats, measuring 7.49 by 7.47 by 5.04 millimeters, cut in a mixed brilliant style and finished with an excellent polish. The sapphire displays a dark color saturation that yields rich, deep blue tones across the crown and table, while its clarity is graded as very slightly included evaluated at eye level, indicating modest internal characteristics that do not materially affect face up color or overall presence. The stone is untreated, with no enhancements, and is sourced from Madagascar, a locality known for producing sapphires with stable natural color. Flanking the central sapphire are white round natural diamonds totaling approximately 0.50 carats, graded Very Slightly Included in clarity across VS1 and VS2, and E in color, selected for their near colorlessness and clean appearance. The entire composition is set in 14K white gold, with prong settings for each of the three main stones that elevate the profile to optimize light return and viewing angles, while maintaining a restrained, classic silhouette.

From a gemological perspective, the mixed brilliant cut of the sapphire combines facets designed to enhance both color and scintillation, producing a balance between depth of hue and lively sparkle. The excellent polish contributes to surface brightness and improves light return to the eye. Clarity described as very slightly included evaluated at eye level means that under ordinary inspection most inclusions are not apparent, and the sapphire presents with a uniform, saturated color field. The fact that the sapphire is natural and unenhanced is important for long term stability, because no surface coatings or diffusion treatments have been applied that could alter appearance or performance during routine polishing or repair. The accompanying diamonds of high color and clean clarity provide contrast and increase perceived brightness, while their small size reduces the risk of structural compromise to the overall mounting.

The 14K white gold setting was chosen for its combination of strength and wearability. Compared to higher karat gold alloys, 14K offers increased hardness and resistance to deformation, which helps preserve prong integrity and band shape over time. White gold is commonly rhodium plated to enhance whiteness and surface luster. Rhodium plating will gradually wear with normal wear and requires periodic replating to maintain the bright white finish, however the underlying 14K alloy remains robust and repairable. The three stone prong construction delivers a secure hold on the sapphire and side diamonds, while the gallery and shoulder thicknesses visible in the design offer sufficient metal mass to protect the girdle and pavilion area from incidental knocks. Routine inspection of prongs and periodic professional cleaning and maintenance will sustain the ring's appearance and structural condition.

In comparison to similar designs on the market, this ring offers a favorable balance of gemstone quality and structural durability. Sapphires rate nine on the Mohs scale making them second in everyday hardness only to diamond, which provides inherent resistance to scratching and abrasion relative to many other colored gemstones. Because this sapphire is unenhanced, it avoids concerns associated with surface diffusion treatments that can be more vulnerable to repolishing or surface wear, and it does not rely on coatings that could be altered over time. Compared to rings set in higher karat gold such as 18K, the 14K alloy used here is less prone to bending and deformation, reducing the likelihood of prongs loosening under normal wear. When compared to platinum settings which offer excellent long term strength and resistance to wear, 14K white gold is lighter and more economical, and while it may scratch more readily than platinum it is easier to resize and rework. The prong style chosen for this ring provides more exposure to the sapphire than a full bezel would, so while it maximizes brilliance and visual impact it does require more attentive prong maintenance than a fully enclosed setting. When evaluated against common market variants that feature very thin shanks, fragile claw prongs, or heavily treated sapphires, this piece from The Natural Sapphire Company combines a naturally stable Madagascar sapphire, well proportioned mounting metal, and quality side diamonds to offer superior longevity in everyday wear, provided routine care and periodic professional inspections are observed.