Gemstone Feature- Sapphire (September’s Birthstone)

Gorgeous deep blue Sapphires are the birthstone for September.  A symbol of truth, sincerity, and faithfulness, sapphire is said to help with mental clarity.  Sapphire is considered a precious stone.



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Color: 

Can range in hues, from colorless to blue, grey, black, yellow, pink, purple, orange, brown, and green variations. Blue sapphire with distinctly violet undertones is especially valued.  There’s also a rare variety of sapphire that changes colors altogether according to the light.


Source:  

Madagascar is the primary source of sapphires. But it can also be found in India, Australia, Thailand, Pakistan, Kenya, China, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, and the US.


Age:  It became known as a gemstone around Roman times.


Family:  Corundum


Hardness:  9 on the Mohs scale

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Gemstone Properties/Healing Properties:  

Associated with faithfulness and sincerity, sapphires are said to induce mental clarity and perception. It also helps one get rid of negative thinking patterns. Health-wise, it’s also helpful with sore throats and diseases of the blood.


Fun Facts/Stories:  

Prince Charles’ chose a sapphire engagement ring when he proposed to Princess Diana.

There is an ancient myth that says that Earth rests upon a giant sapphire and that the sky is a reflection of this stone.


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