September - Sapphire

Color

Pure rich blue is the color usually associated with sapphire.  However, sapphire not only appears in shades of many blues, but also in every color except red.  The finest blue sapphires have a velvety appearance. These, and fine pink, orange , and lavender sapphires are rare and costly.

Lore

Sapphires represents truth, sincerity and constancy.  Sapphire engagement rings are given to express the commitment and loyalty of their heart.  Related to the heavens and virtue.  Brings both physical and emotional balance.

Why Buy

Birthstone for September.  It is the recommended gift for couples celebrating their fifth and forty-fifth anniversaries.  The stone's durability, combined with unlimited beauty, makes sapphire the perfect alternative for an engagement ring.  It's tough, brilliant, and comes in just about any color.

Found

The finest Sapphires are found in Kashmir and Burma.  Many stones are also found in Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Tanzania, Thailand, United States, and Australia.

Care

Clean your sapphire in ultrasonic jewellery cleaner or with warm soapy water and soft bristle brush.