Everything There Is to Know About September's Birthstone Sapphire
For all you September babies out there!
24 September 2017
Editor
The September birthstone sapphire is one of the rarest gemstones on the planet. They are formed of the mineral corundum, the same mineral that July’s birthstone rubies originate from. The obvious difference being that rubies are the red form, and all other variations of corundum come under sapphires. Corundum is a very hard, tough and stable mineral it is the second hardest mineral after diamond, unaffected by acids and most environments. This makes sapphires a popular gemstone and the most stable to use in jewellery.
Sapphires are most commonly known for their beautiful deep blue colour, known as cornflower blue sapphire or Kashmir sapphire being the most valuable of its kind. However, they also come in plethora of colours such as pale pink, orange, yellow, green, blue, violet, and brown, these colour variations are known as fancy sapphires. The colour of the sapphire varies due to where it is mined. The largest source of sapphires is found in New South Wales and Queensland Australia, which usually have a dark and inky appearance. They can also be found in the disputed Kashmir region of India and Pakistan, and tend to be the typical cornflower blue. Another popular source is the beautiful island of Sri Lanka.
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Mystical powers of the sapphire - It is said to have been a symbol of the heavens for centuries and bring wisdom, power and faith. Other mystical properties attributed to the Sapphire are that it is a guardian of innocence, promoter of health and bestowal of truth. Some believed it would ward off illness and provide protection for the wearer. For the superstitious among us a sapphire is the perfect gemstone to wear!
Sapphires make a lovely alternative to diamonds and even more fitting if you have a September birthday! They go nicely with any piece of jewellery and for every occasion. They are especially popular as a birthday gift for those with a September birthday, as a lovely personal gift a beautiful sapphire necklace pendant would go down charmingly. They are also very popular in rings and provide a more unique and colourful choice for an engagement ring, as well as being a more affordable option than the typical diamond.
