There’s no one-size-fits-all answer to the best gemstone for a wedding ring, it depends on your style, values, and how you live. Diamonds are a timeless choice, prized for their durability and brilliance, but they’re not your only option. Sapphires offer rich, meaningful colour in hues from deep blue to moody green and peach, while champagne and salt and pepper diamonds bring softness and individuality with their warm tones and organic inclusions.  

At Black Finch, we handcraft all our wedding rings in our Melbourne studio, using ethically sourced gems and recycled gold or platinum. Whether you’re after something bold or minimal, colourful or classic, the right gemstone is the one that feels like you. Choose a piece that suits your lifestyle, tells your story, and feels like home every time you wear it. 

Yes, wedding rings can have birthstones, and it’s one of our favourite ways to add personal meaning to a bespoke wedding band design. Whether it’s your partner’s birthstone, your own, or even those of children or loved ones, incorporating a birthstone makes the piece feel more intimate and uniquely yours. 

At Black Finch, we can set a birthstone subtly inside the band or let it shine as part of the design. It’s a beautiful way to honour your story while keeping the symbolism close.

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, but diamonds and sapphires are widely considered the best gemstones for forever rings, and for good reason. Both are incredibly durable (rated 10 and 9 on the Mohs scale, respectively), making them ideal for daily wear and lasting symbolism. Diamonds offer timeless brilliance, while sapphires come in a range of colours, from deep blue to soft peach or rich green, perfect for a ring that feels more personal. 

At Black Finch, we love working with both. A diamond offers classic elegance; a sapphire brings mood, story, and individuality. Whether you lean traditional or want something that stands apart, the best gemstone for your marriage, whether gender neutral, or mens and womens wedding bands, is the one that reflects your love and lifestyle.