Compare Gemstones - Side-by-Side Comparison Guide | RichosRocks Australia

⚖️ Compare Gemstones

Side-by-side comparisons to help you choose the perfect stone

✓ Price Comparison ✓ Durability ✓ Color Options ✓ Value Analysis

💍 Sapphire vs Diamond

Feature Sapphire Diamond
Hardness 9 (Excellent) 10 (Hardest)
Price per Carat $100-$500 $3,000-$10,000
Color Options Blue, pink, yellow, teal, parti Colorless or fancy colors
Brilliance High Exceptional
Best For Unique engagement rings, color lovers Traditional engagement rings
Value Rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent ⭐⭐⭐ Good

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💜 Amethyst vs Blue Topaz

Feature Amethyst Blue Topaz
Hardness 7 (Good) 8 (Very Good)
Price per Carat $30-$80 $30-$70
Color Purple (light to deep) Blue (sky to London blue)
Treatment Natural (no treatment) Irradiated and heated
Birthstone February December
Best For Pendants, earrings, spiritual jewelry Daily wear, earrings, rings

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💰 Price Comparison by Budget

Under $100/ct

Amethyst, Smoky Quartz, Citrine, Small Garnets, Blue Topaz

Perfect For: First-time buyers, birthstone gifts

Shop Under $100

$100-$300/ct

Queensland Sapphires, Aquamarine, Premium Amethyst

Perfect For: Engagement rings, investment pieces

Shop $100-$300

$300+/ct

Premium Sapphires, Parti Sapphires, Museum-Grade

Perfect For: Heirloom pieces, serious collectors

Shop Premium

🛡️ Durability Guide (Mohs Hardness)

9-10 (Excellent for Daily Wear)

Gemstones: Diamond (10), Sapphire (9)
Best For: Engagement rings, daily wear rings, any jewelry

7.5-8.5 (Very Good for Most Jewelry)

Gemstones: Blue Topaz (8), Aquamarine (7.5-8)
Best For: Rings, earrings, pendants, bracelets

6.5-7 (Good for Protected Settings)

Gemstones: Amethyst (7), Garnet (7-7.5), Smoky Quartz (7)
Best For: Pendants, earrings, occasional-wear rings

💡 How to Choose Between Gemstones

Consider Your Budget

If budget is a priority, amethyst and blue topaz offer excellent value. For investment pieces, Queensland sapphires provide lasting value and appreciation potential.

Think About Durability

For daily wear rings, choose sapphires (Mohs 9). For pendants and earrings, amethyst and topaz are excellent choices with good durability.

Match Your Style

Love color? Sapphires offer the widest range. Prefer purple? Amethyst is your stone. Want brilliant blue? Blue topaz delivers exceptional color at accessible prices.

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