Sapphire Septembers birthstone
Sapphire is the birthstone for September
Coming from the Greek word Sappheiros, sapphires have been valued by cultures for many thousands of years.
Known for its beautiful blue colour, Sapphires come in many other colours, like pink and yellow, the rarest is an orange-pink colour called the Padparadscha, which originates from Sri Lanka.
This beautiful gemstone is from the same family as rubies and has been treasured since 800 BC, believed by ancient Persians to make the sky blue as a reflection of its colour.
It is also said to be the stone that reflects wisdom loyalty honesty and devotion, by adding positivity to the life of its owner.
Often popular with royalty as legend says these precious stones will attract wealth and protect them from envy and infidelity.
So where did this tradition of creating and wearing gemstone jewellery representing our birth month originate from?
According to the International Gem Society, it has roots dating back to biblical times as well as Hindu origins. A breastplate worn by Aaron, an Israelite high priest was decorated with 12 gemstones representing the 12 tribes of Israel. This was hundreds of years later connected to the 12 months of the year and the zodiac signs, whereby each stone was worn during its appropriate month. It was then believed that the precious stone held special powers and protective qualities.
Similarly in Hindu culture, the stones are thought to represent status harmony, and wealth.
In 1912 the modern-day list of gemstones was born by the then American National Association of Jewellers. Then 1937 was the year in which Britain’s National Association of Goldsmiths list of birthstones was created.
Although most of us associate birthstones with the month of our birth, gems are also historically connected to the signs of the zodiac, as well as the days of the week.
Sapphires are the stones for Taurus and the birthday of Saturday.
Famous Sapphires
One of the most famous sapphires in the world is of course set in the ring that Prince Charles purchased from Garrads ( the royal families jeweller) to propose to the then Lady Diana Spencer. This beautiful ring that is surounded in Diamonds is now worn by Kate Middleton the Princess of Wales, Prince Williams wife as a symbol of their love and in memory of his Mother
Take a look at our Sapphire collection
Gifts for September Birthdays
Sapphire jewellery is a thoughtful gift for anyone born in September. It is a lovely gemstone with a rich history and symbolism, and it is sure to be really treasured