Nov 23, 2023
Montana Sapphire Engagement Rings
LISA
Something Blue, Made Just for You!
(Updated June 25, 2025)
Montana Sapphire engagement rings are having a moment and there's more to it than their beautiful delicate colors, almost-like-diamond durability, and ethical “Made in the USA” sourcing. We all know the time-honored rhyme that teaches how to have a happy and harmonious wedding day and marriage:
“Something old, something new, something borrowed,
something blue, and a sixpence in your shoe.”
A genuine Montana Sapphire (aka Mermaid Sapphire) also offers the convenience of crossing off “something blue” long before the actual nuptials!
However, blue isn't the only color; check out the color chart below!
Here's a closer look at these authentic American originals.
What Are Montana Sapphires?
The name doesn't say it all, but it does tell you a lot: Montana Sapphires are found in the western half of the Big Sky State. You might associate sapphires with only blue gemstones; however, sapphires from all over the world are found in a full rainbow of colors. Also, rubies and sapphires are from the same corundum mineral species: red corundum stones are rubies, and all other color stones are sapphires.
Montana Sapphires are well known for the exceptionally wide range of high-clarity colors: hues are delicate pastels, including soft greens, light blues, lush pinks, watercolor yellows, and gentle oranges. Most are discovered in secondary mines, meaning they're found closer to the surface, often loose, and recoverable using mining techniques that are environmentally friendly.
Montana Sapphires are beloved for having an earthy spirit that reflects the diverse imagery of nature, from the greens of forest leaves to the blue of rivers and wide-open skies and the warmer colors of sunrises and sunsets. The range of colors, along with a suitable high-quality cut, means they are ideal for bringing unique character to an engagement ring and helping tell the story of a special love.
At Krikawa Custom Jewelers, we're committed to superior quality in every detail. We partner with a Montana gem specialist for all our Montana Sapphire stones to guarantee that our customers receive authentic and beautiful gemstones they can be confident and proud of.
What Makes Montana Sapphires from Krikawa Special?
Four things to know about the majority of gem-quality Montana Sapphires used in custom engagement rings by Krikawa:
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Mined, cut, and polished in the United States.
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Ethically sourced from eco-friendly mines.
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Cut and polished to produce superior brilliance.
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Accompanied by complete documentation.
We know many brides have their hearts set on celebrating their engagement with an authentic Montana Sapphire from Big Sky Country.
How to Pick a Montana Sapphire for Your Engagement Ring
Start with a free consultation by booking an appointment. You can discuss your size, shape and color preferences (check out the color chart below!), and your ideas for your ring. Then, your design consultant will review the current Montana Sapphires available from the mine and put together some options for you to choose from!
Here are three of our favorite Montana Sapphires:
Teal, Bluish Green Montana Sapphire
Oval, 3.11 Carats
Teal, Greenish Blue Montana Sapphire
Radiant, 2.97 Carats
Pale or Light Blue Montana Sapphire
Emerald Cut, 2.40 Carat
Montana Sapphire Engagement Ring Design Ideas
When you work with Krikawa, you can start from one of our hundreds of existing designs, or we can create something entirely custom from scratch! Either way, your ring will be custom-made just for you.
The design possibilities are endless and offer the opportunity to choose a unique engagement ring that is truly special. Here's a look at two designs from Krikawa Custom Jewelers that show off the elegance and unique beauty of Montana Sapphire.
Petite Trinity Cluster Engagement Ring with Oval Montana Sapphire
What's distinctive about our Petite Trinity Cluster is the unique pronged basket setting that gives it a snowdrift look. It's a best-of-both-worlds design that allows a low-profile setting for the central Montana Sapphire stone, while also allowing light to shine through and create gorgeous prismatic sparkle.
This design blends traditional and contemporary elements to create an ideally feminine look that fondly recalls romantic notions from the past, while being on-trend in a way that's always in fashion. A cascade of diamonds adds extra bling and brings out the lush color of the center Montana Sapphire.
Want something a little more nature-inspired? Consider showcasing a beautiful Montana sapphire in a floral engagement ring to celebrate your love story with a botanical twist.
Our Petite Trinity Cluster engagement ring can be personalized with your choices for center stone setting, ring mounting or band, and accent stones. This ring is the perfect choice for a bride who favors romance, glamour, classic styling, and is not afraid to show off a little!
Embracing Tree Branch Bezel Engagement Ring with Montana Sapphire
Our Embracing Tree Branch Bezel Montana Sapphire engagement ring evokes a lot of meaning within its artisanal design. Sinuous branches shape a full bezel to define an elegant and naturalistic arboresque motif, coming together to cradle a pastel-hued Montana Sapphire.
The design is wonderfully unconventional and provides a refreshing opportunity to instill your engagement with unique character. This ring has the appearance of a fantastical treasure from a magical realm of romance and splendor.
Personalize your tree branch engagement ring design specifically for your Montana Sapphire, with a design that speaks to your heart in your favorite precious metal. Whether you choose a solitaire branch design or an accented branch design, nature engagement rings are a wonderful choice for brides who want their engagement ring to tell a story.
Creating Your Perfect Montana Sapphire Engagement Ring
From simple and sleek to rich with detail, a Montana Sapphire ring should reflect your personal style. If you love organic shapes with a modern edge, explore our twisted band engagement rings--they pair beautifully with Montana Sapphires for a ring that flows and winds with romance. Or, if you're drawn to bold forms and understated elegance, a thick band bezel engagement ring may be your perfect match. The wide band balances beautifully with the soft color tones of Montana Sapphire. The (big) sky's the limit! Choose your favorite metal (or metals), accent stones, setting style, and even hidden design elements. Each choice is an opportunity for you to express your personality, your desires, and the story of your love.
For more information about designing the engagement ring of your dreams, see our tips for developing your ideas and our complete buyer's guide and design checklist.
At Krikawa Custom Jewelers, our team is excited to listen to your ideas for the perfect Montana Sapphire ring and then apply our expertise and craft to bring them to life. Email us, text us at 520-322-6090, or book an appointment today and let's begin a conversation about making your dream style and look come true.
Accented Wedding Rings with Montana Sapphires
While Montana Sapphires often shine as center stones in engagement rings, they can also bring subtle brilliance and individuality to wedding bands. A small but exquisite supply of Montana Sapphire accent stones—ranging from soft teals and blues to pastel greens and (rare) pinks—makes it possible to create one-of-a-kind wedding rings that are as meaningful as they are beautiful.
Here's a look at two designs from Krikawa Custom Jewelers that show off the elegance and unique beauty of Montana Sapphire as accent stones.
Organic Scatter Wedding Band with Montana Sapphire
What's memorable about our Organic Scatter Wedding Band is the mixed sizes and colors of Montana Sapphires, Diamonds, and traditional Blue Sapphire to gives a perfect balance of color and flow in this contoured wedding band. The Montana Sapphires in this distinctive band range from Celery Green to Teal Blue.
These colorful accents add storybook charm to floral wedding bands, where tiny sapphires can nestle into petals and leaves like morning dew. They can also bring movement and grace when sparingly placed in one of our infinity diamond wedding rings, where the flowing metalwork wraps around each stone in a continuous symbol of eternal love.
Tree of Life Men's Band with Montana Sapphire
This couple was drawn to the Tree of Life wedding ring series and wanted their Men's wedding band to compliment the engagement ring. Instead of diamonds, we curated matching light teal Montana Sapphire accent stones, which were a perfect match to the center stone on her engagement ring.
For those who gravitate toward heirloom details, vintage-style wedding bands can also be a perfect match with Montana Sapphires set into engraved scrolls, millegrained edges, or filigree panels, lending a pop of color and a connection to American gem history that makes your ring even more personal.
If you're dreaming of a wedding band with soul, symbolism, and a rare splash of color, speak with our design team about available Montana Sapphire accents. These tiny treasures are rarely available in quantity, so designs incorporating Montana Sapphire accent stones are typically custom and limited edition. But when the opportunity arises, the results are nothing short of spectacular! We’ll help you craft a wedding ring as unique and enduring as your love.
Montana Sapphire Color Chart
