Let's Explore: The Beautiful Blue Sapphire Gemstone - Article

  -  by Edessa  |   13 Sep 2016   |   Culture & News

Did you know blue is the most common favorite color in the world for both men and women? It's no wonder people love sapphires. This beautiful gemstone has always played a role in history. In Ancient Rome & Greece, it was believed those who have worn this stone were protected from envy & harm. Here are 5 things you need to know about sapphires:

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*Sapphire is the birthstone of September. It's also the 5th and 45th wedding anniversaries. What better way to celebrate these moments with a sapphire.

*Sapphire is part of the corundum family; along with ruby. It comes in an array of colors; aside from the ruby red. Colorful sapphires are called fancy sapphires and come in a rainbow of colors; from yellow to violet. There are also color changing sapphires that alter colors based on the lighting. There are so many different options with sapphires; you could easily create a beautiful anniversary ring as well as a birthday gift.

*The most famous sapphire engagement ring is Princess Diana's and is now Kate Middleton's. Using sapphire in an engagement ring is a great option for those who want something less traditional or want a specific color in the center rather than a white diamond.

*Sapphires are 9 on the Mohs hardness scale. A diamond is 10 on the Mohs hardness scale. If we were to recommend a color stone in an engagement or wedding ring; we would recommend a sapphire; because of the hardness.

*The symbolism of sapphire is truth, loyalty, and sincerity; among others. When you give a sapphire, you are professing your loyalty to your loved one.

With all these great features to a colored gemstone; you can't pass up the opportunity to add sapphire jewelry to your collection.