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September Birthstone: Sapphire

Sapphire symbolizes wisdom, virtue, and good fortune. Its celestial blue color has made it a stone of royalty and clergy throughout history, representing divine favor and protection.

Mohs Hardness: 9 on Mohs scale (second hardest)

September Birthstone: Quick Answer

Birthstone
Sapphire
Hardness
9 on Mohs scale (second hardest)
Main Meaning
Wisdom
Best Gift Idea
Sapphire ring

💙 About Sapphire

Sapphire is the blue variety of corundum, though it also occurs in every color except red (which is ruby). Kashmir sapphires are considered the finest, with a velvety 'cornflower blue' color.

🎨 Natural Colors

💫 Symbolism & Meaning

Sapphire has been treasured throughout history for its beauty and symbolism. Here are the key meanings associated with this precious gemstone:

✦ Wisdom
✦ Virtue
✦ Loyalty
✦ Truth

📜 Historical Origin

Sapphires have been treasured since at least 800 BC. Ancient Persians believed Earth rested on a giant sapphire whose reflection colored the sky. Medieval clergy wore sapphires symbolizing heaven.

🌍 Cultural Significance

Ancient Persia

Earth rests on a sapphire giving sky its color

Medieval Church

Symbol of heaven, worn by clergy

British Royalty

Featured in Crown Jewels, Princess Diana's ring

Hindu Tradition

Associated with Saturn, brings luck

✨ Healing Properties

Throughout history, sapphire has been associated with various healing and metaphysical properties:

◆ Believed to enhance mental clarity and wisdom
◆ Said to promote loyalty and faithfulness
◆ Thought to bring peace and tranquility
◆ Associated with spiritual enlightenment
◆ Traditionally protected clergy and royalty

🧠 Personality Traits

People born in September with sapphire as their birthstone are often associated with these traits:

Wise Loyal Truthful Noble Serene

🎁 Gift Ideas

Looking for the perfect sapphire gift? Here are some ideas for every budget:

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Budget-Friendly

  • • Sapphire accent jewelry
  • • Small sapphire pendant
  • • Lab sapphire earrings
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Mid-Range

  • • Sapphire ring
  • • Sapphire tennis bracelet
  • • Natural sapphire earrings
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Premium

  • • Kashmir or Ceylon sapphire
  • • Star sapphire ring
  • • Padparadscha sapphire

💎 Care Instructions

To keep your sapphire jewelry looking its best:

1 Clean with warm soapy water and soft brush
2 Ultrasonic cleaning is usually safe
3 Durable for everyday wear
4 Store separately to protect other gems
5 Have prongs checked regularly

💡 Interesting Facts

✦ Sapphires come in every color except red
✦ Star sapphires show a six-ray star pattern
✦ Princess Diana's engagement ring was sapphire
✦ The largest star sapphire weighs 1,404 carats

💎 Alternative Birthstones

September also has alternative birthstones that offer additional options:

Blue Corundum Padparadscha (pink-orange variety)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best sapphire color?▼
The most valuable sapphire color is 'cornflower blue' or 'Kashmir blue' - a medium to medium-dark vivid blue with a velvety appearance. However, the 'best' color is personal preference.
Are pink sapphires valuable?▼
Yes, pink sapphires are valuable, especially padparadscha sapphires (pink-orange). Natural pink sapphires have become increasingly popular and valuable in recent years.
What's the difference between sapphire and ruby?▼
Both are corundum minerals. The only difference is color - red corundum is ruby, all other colors are sapphire. They have identical properties except for their color-causing trace elements.
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