37 Stunning Non Diamond Engagement Rings You Totally Need

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Does your partner march to the beat of their own drum?  Do they have their own distinct style?   Do they love pops of color? Is statement jewelry totally their vibe?  If so, a non diamond engagement ring is the perfect option.

Why Choose Non Diamond Engagement Rings?

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One of the many perks of opting for a non diamond engagement ring is that, generally speaking, the per carat cost of gemstones will be lower than that of diamonds.  So if your partner wants a larger center stone, gemstones are an incredible option.

Non Diamond Engagement Rings Can Be More Budget Friendly

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This is especially helpful if your partner loves the idea of a one-of-a-kind antique engagement ring.  Going with a non diamond engagement ring will allow you to snag the perfect ring, without breaking the bank.

Non Diamond Engagement Rings Can Be More Budget Friendly

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Diamond mining is certainly not the most environmentally friendly activity, and non diamond engagement rings (and lab created diamonds!) present a much more eco-friendly and ethnical option for conscious couples.

Gemstone Engagement Rings Can Be a More Sustainable Option

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That being said, it is certainly possible for gemstone mining to also have unethical and unsustainable practices.  Which is why in our guide, we share rings from brands who prioritize responsible sourcing for their non diamond engagement rings (like Catbird, Blue Nile, Brilliant Earth, Valley Rose, and Angara).

Gemstone Engagement Rings Can Be a More Sustainable Option

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We’ve hand-picked what we think are some of the most stunning, alternative non diamond engagement rings, and we’re sharing the details below!

Our Favorite Non Diamond Engagement Rings

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Valley Rose has some truly other-worldly non diamond engagement rings, and this gemstone engagement ring is one of our favorites! We love the starburst style and the beautiful bluish green color of the center sapphire gemstone.

1. Sapphire Starburst Gemstone Engagement Ring

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We love love love this alternative engagement ring’s celestial, starry night vibe!  The opal reminds us of a full moon, and the crescent moons on the side make the ring feel like it’s representing the full moon cycle. If your partner loves star gazing, there’s no dreamier engagement ring than this one. So pretty!

2. Celestial-Inspired Opal Engagement Ring

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We love the organic, nature-inspired look of this gemstone engagement ring. Its delicate vibe reminds us of little flower buds on a branch! We think this non diamond engagement ring is perfect if your partner loves the outdoors and wants an understated ring style with delicate, intricate details.

3. Organic Triangle Sapphire Gemstone Engagement Ring

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Ok, we are fully swooning at how special this raw blue apatite engagement ring is! There’s just something about raw gemstones that really make them stand out.  They have an organic, earthy feel to them that you just can’t get with a perfectly polished center stone, and we are here for it!

4. Raw Blue Apatite Non Diamond Engagement Ring

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Why have a single engagement band when you can have a stack of three?!  We love this triple stack gemstone ring from Blue Nile because it’s eclectic, fun, and totally makes a statement. The stackable trend is totally in right now, and we love that it has an elevated and styled look to it.

5. Geometric Triple Band Gemstone Stack Ring

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We cannot get over how stunning this rainbow non diamond engagement ring is!  Believe it or not, it’s made up of a beautiful variety of sapphires in different colors. We love how different this ring is from anything else out here.  If your partner loves pops of color, there’s no better engagement ring than this one. It’s gorgeous!

6. Eclectic Rainbow Sapphire Non Diamond Engagement Ring

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We love the storybook vibe of this chevron style alternative engagement ring with a pear shaped sapphire.  It has this classic yet totally distinct look to it that feels upscale without being fussy.

7. Pear Shaped Chevron Sapphire Ring

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We love the simple elegance of this pear shaped blue moonstone non diamond engagement ring! It has a handcrafted feel, and we particularly love the rose gold beaded details on the band itself. Plus, moonstones are actually some of the most budget friendly gemstones you can have as the center stone of your engagement ring!

8. Pear Shaped Blue Moonstone Engagement Ring

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Bypass style engagement rings like this gorgeous sapphire one are a stylistic throwback to the early-mid-1800s, when this style grew in popularity. The idea behind bypass rings is that the different sides of the band represent the two different people in the relationship.

9. Nature-Inspired Sapphire Gem Leaf Bypass Engagement Ring

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Where the bands meet the gemstones is where two become one unit.  But the different ends of the band not technically meeting also represents the individuality of each person in the relationship.  Basically, it shows that each person is their own distinct self, even though the relationship is now a unit.

9. Nature-Inspired Sapphire Gem Leaf Bypass Engagement Ring

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This gorgeous non diamond engagement ring features a delicate blue topaz (the birthstone for November!) with an emerald cut as the center stone.  We especially love the sweet and delicate look the rose gold band gives this gemstone ring.

10. Delicate Blue Topaz Gemstone Engagement Ring

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This non diamond engagement ring is for the minimalists out there.  How absolutely gorgeous is this tilted pear-shaped sapphire ring?!

11. Tilted Pear Shaped Sapphire Non Diamond Engagement Ring

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