The name ‘Sapphire’is from the Latin word sapphirus and from the Greek word sappheiros, which means ‘blue stone’. There are pinkish-orange Sapphires that are called padparadscha. They can actually command higher prices than some blue Sapphires. This is because they must meet a required color saturation before they can be considered a Ruby. Pink Sapphires tow a fine line between Sapphire and Ruby. Sapphires that are not color blue are referred to as fancies. Trace elements like magnesium, copper, chromium, titanium, and iron give naturally colorless corundum a hint of green, orange, purple, yellow, or blue. Origins of the September BirthstoneĪlthough Sapphire usually refers to the rich blue variety of the corundum mineral, this royal gemstone actually occurs in a rainbow of colors. The lovely Sapphire gives people who are born in September a full spectrum of choice when selecting the color that best represents them. Although it also occurs in all colors of the rainbow, except for red. When people say Sapphire, they often refer to the royal blue variety of this gemstone. Focussing the mind, promoting self-discipline, and carrying higher powers are other properties. The September birthstone, similar to Taurus birthstone, is a precious stone of nobility, faithfulness, and wisdom. It was also revered as a symbol of trust and loyalty. Throughout the Middle Ages, Sapphire was believed to protect people from harm.
But its pink, green, and yellow varieties are also just as desirable. It is most desired in its rich and pure blue color.
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