The September Blues
When most people think of sapphires, blue is the traditional color that comes to mind. The popularity of blue sapphires surged in 1981 when then-Prince Charles chose an 18-carat sapphire for Lady Diana Spencer's engagement ring. This trend has continued, especially since Princess Catherine now wears the ring, renewing interest in sapphires.
Sapphire is the birthstone for September and symbolizes love, devotion, and commitment, making it an ideal choice for celebrating a 45th wedding anniversary. Sapphires are also zodiac stones for Taurus, Gemini, Virgo, Libra, Capricorn, and Aquarius, believed to bring good fortune and a positive outlook to those born under these signs.
Sapphires are highly valued in both jewelry and industry due to their hardness, scoring a 9 on the Mohs scale, just below moissanite and diamonds. To clean sapphire jewelry, use warm, soapy water and dry with a lint-free cloth.
Sapphires are mined worldwide, including in Australia, Cambodia, Thailand, Montana (USA), and Vietnam. Some of the finest gems come from India’s Jammu and Kashmir region, Madagascar, Sri Lanka, and Burma. At Nugent Jewelry, we source sapphires ethically, and you can be assured of their authenticity. All our stones are verified by a third-party testing and certification lab, and digital copies of the reports are available for our customers upon request.
Sapphires are known for their calming effects, helping to clear the mind of worries and emotional tension. They restore balance and support spiritual growth, aligning with the throat chakra to promote clear communication and self-expression.
Browse our selection of sapphire jewelry, perfect for September birthdays or 45th anniversaries.
