Birthstone September | Sapphire
A look in my closet proves: Blue is one of my absolute favorite colors. For that reason alone, I was so excited to receive September's birthstone, the sapphire. But since I not only discovered fantastically beautiful sapphires in the typically radiant blue, but also in other bright colors, you can look forward to a collection this month that has something for every taste. Apart from red, sapphires come in all the other shades and colors of the rainbow – and very few people know this. And this despite the fact that the name "sapphire" translated from Greek means "blue stone".
The sapphire is not only the second hardest gemstone after the diamond, it is also considered to be one of the gemstones with the highest energy. Even in ancient Egypt, priests wore it in amulets to ward off evil and strengthen the spirit. In Asian countries it is considered a stone of truth and friendship. It symbolizes loyalty, knowledge and honesty and is intended to promote concentration and self-discipline. And if you know someone who will soon be celebrating their 16th wedding anniversary, sapphire jewelery is a suitable gift idea, because this anniversary is also called "sapphire wedding".
Speaking of weddings: besides diamonds, sapphires are traditionally used as engagement rings. Prince Charles proposed to Lady Diana with an engagement ring with a 12-carat sapphire in 1981 making this precious stone a symbol of “royal love”. Love did not last for Charles and Diana but with Prince William placing the same ring on Kate Middleton’s finger in 2010 our faith in the sapphire should be restored.
Curious? Click here to discover our new mini-collection for September starring the sapphire. I’m curious – which is your personal favourite? Which colour do you like most? I look forward to your feedback. And if your birthday is in September: Congratulations and all the best from us at JUVELAN!
