A woman’s opal engagement ring is one of the most valuable pieces of jewellery she will receive in her lifetime. Given the valuable nature of an engagement ring, it is important to choose one that is most practical for the intended woman’s day to day activities.
First to consider is the hardness of the stone that will be in the ring. Diamonds rank at 10, sapphires at 9.0, with emeralds rated at only a 7.0 and opals a 5.5. For a woman who often takes part in strenuous activity, softer stones may not be the best idea. However, for women who lead much gentler lifestyles, those stones can be considered. Also note that any gem, even Diamond, can get damaged if bumped or bashed. With any engagement ring regardless of the stone, it is advised to remove it before strenuous activity. Stone setting is another factor that should be taken into consideration when selecting the engagement ring of her dreams. As popular as prong and mounted setting can be, they make the stone more susceptible to impacts and surface damage. Prong settings are also notorious for snagging on to clothing and other items which can be inconvenient for day to day wear. Pave or Halo settings are the safest options as the stone is nice and snug within the bezel and this will ensure for the least amount of potential for damage.
Opal can make for the most breath-taking opal engagement ring given the large range of colour that can be featured in one stone unlike the single tones of a Diamond, Sapphire, or Emerald. For women who are great at handling their jewellery with care or are responsibly remove the ring prior to strenuous activity, Opal is a fantastic choice. All Opals are one of a kind and unique, so they are the perfect way to show that woman in your life just how valuable she is. Ensure to take all factors into consideration prior to making a final decision on this valuable treasure that will radiate special sentiment for the rest of eternity!
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