Sapphire: The Aura of Romance

The name “sapphire” applies to all gems in the corundum family that are not red (those are rubies). The most common color sapphire is blue but they come in a wide variety of colors including violet, green, yellow, orange, pink, purple, gray, black and brown. The blue sapphire is an extraordinary color and it is the standard against which other blue gems are measured.

For centuries sapphires have been the gemstone of choice by royalty. The world’s most famous engagement ring is Kate Middleton’s and Princess Diana’s sapphire. Today, sapphires are typically seen as accent stones on an engagement ring. This offers brides-to-be a classic and timeless style ring while still be unique in design.

Traditionally, sapphire symbolizes nobility, truth, sincerity and faithfulness. Sapphires are the birthstone for September, the gemstone gift for both 5^th and 45^th anniversaries, and a popular choice for “something blue” on a woman’s wedding day.

*Information provided by Gemological Institute of America