Sapphire may come as second to diamond. But this September birthstone has already been the favorite of king and priest. And mentioned in all birthstones by month lists. The deep blue as the color of sapphire represents the cloudless night sky which is believed to be the most wonderful view of the world.
Sapphire is actually the type of Corundum, a rare colorful mineral. Sapphire is the symbol of wisdom and purity. There is even a legend which the Ten Commandments are festooned on a sapphire tablet. The name sapphire itself is coming from sapphirus, a Greek word which means blue. This September birthstone can be found on the crown of British King and Queen as a protective jewel. It is said that sapphire has the power to against the poison of the heart such as envious. When a sapphire stone is grounded into powder, it can be used to cure some sicknesses such as rheumatic, colic, and even mental illness. The powder is also useful to strengthen the poor eyesight.
With its position which is closed to diamond, giving a blue sapphire to people will represent the sincerity and truthfulness. Thus, this stone will bring happiness to a close and truth relationship as the clear color of the blue sky.
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