Sapphire: Meaning, Properties, Uses & Value

For years, I thought sapphires were just blue.

Not in a dismissive way—I knew blue sapphires were beautiful, that they were one of the “big three” colored gemstones alongside ruby and emerald, that they’d adorned royalty for centuries. But when I pictured a sapphire, I pictured blue. Deep, velvety, cornflower blue. The color of Princess Diana’s engagement ring. The color of a September sky.

Then one day, a dealer in Sri Lanka placed a tray on the counter in front of me, and my world expanded.

There were pink sapphires the color of sunset clouds. Yellow sapphires like liquid sunshine. Orange sapphires that seemed to glow with internal fire. Green sapphires the shade of mountain forests. Purple sapphires that looked like amethyst’s sophisticated cousin. And there, in the corner, a single padparadscha—pink and orange together, the color of a lotus flower at dawn.

I stared at that tray for a long time.

“Sapphire,” the dealer said, gesturing at the entire rainbow. “All sapphire.”

I knew the science. I knew that ruby and sapphire were both corundum, that the only difference was color. But knowing something intellectually and seeing it—really seeing it—are different things. That tray taught me that sapphire isn’t a color. It’s a world.

This guide is for anyone who has ever been drawn to that world. Whether you’re a September baby searching for your birthstone, a collector fascinated by the full spectrum of color, or simply someone who fell in love with a blue gem at a jewelry counter—welcome. You’re about to discover one of the most extraordinary gemstone families on earth.

Quick Facts Box

Gemstone Overview

Category	Details
Color(s):	Every color except red (which is ruby): blue, pink, yellow, orange, green, purple, violet, black, colorless, and color-change
Hardness (Mohs):	9
Crystal system:	Hexagonal (trigonal)
Transparency:	Transparent to opaque
Common uses:	Rings (including engagement rings), necklaces, earrings, bracelets, royal regalia, watch crystals, scientific instruments
Birthstone month(s):	September (modern), 5th and 45th wedding anniversaries
Zodiac association:	Virgo (August 23 – September 22), Libra (September 23 – October 22)

What Is Sapphire?

Let’s begin with the foundational truth that makes sapphire so remarkable.

Sapphire is corundum.

The same mineral species as ruby. Chemically, corundum is aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃). In its purest form, it’s colorless. But when trace elements enter the crystal lattice during formation, they create color .

The rule is simple and absolute: red corundum is ruby. Everything else is sapphire. Blue, pink, yellow, green, purple, orange, black, colorless—all sapphire.

The Chromium Connection

Ruby’s red comes from chromium. Sapphire’s colors come from different trace elements:

Blue: Titanium and iron together create the full spectrum of blue sapphires, from pale sky to deep midnight .
Pink: Chromium, the same element that makes ruby red, produces pink when present in lower concentrations .
Yellow: Iron is responsible for yellow and golden sapphires .
Green: A combination of iron and titanium, often producing stones that are blue-green or yellow-green .
Purple and violet: Vanadium and chromium create these rare and beautiful shades .
Orange: A delicate balance of chromium and iron produces the rare orange sapphire .
Padparadscha: The rarest of all—a perfect blend of pink and orange, named for the lotus flower .

The Hardness Factor

Sapphire ranks 9 on the Mohs scale, second only to diamond . This makes it one of the most durable gemstones on earth, suitable for daily wear in any type of jewelry. A sapphire engagement ring can last a lifetime—and then another lifetime after that.

Where Sapphire Is Found

Kashmir (India): The legendary source. In the 1880s, a landslide in the Himalayas revealed the world’s finest blue sapphires—deep, velvety, cornflower blue with a unique sleepy quality caused by microscopic inclusions . The original mines were worked for only a few years before being exhausted, and Kashmir sapphires are now among the rarest and most valuable gemstones on earth .
Myanmar (Burma): Produces fine blue sapphires with rich color and excellent clarity. Often slightly darker than Kashmir, with strong saturation.
Sri Lanka (Ceylon): The oldest continuously producing source, mined for over 2,000 years . Sri Lankan sapphires are known for their wide color range, excellent clarity, and lighter, brighter blues . The island also produces the world’s finest padparadschas, yellows, pinks, and virtually every other sapphire color.
Madagascar: Since the 1990s, Madagascar has become one of the world’s most important sapphire sources, producing material that rivals Sri Lanka in quality and color range .
Thailand (Siam): Known for darker, often greenish-blue sapphires that are typically heat-treated .
Australia: Produces large quantities of dark blue to greenish-blue or almost black sapphires, often with high iron content .
Montana (USA): Known for distinctive “Montana blue”—a cool, steely, often slightly greenish-blue . Also produces beautiful pastel pinks and yellows .
Tanzania: Important source for a variety of colors, including blues and the rare Umba River sapphires with unusual color-change properties .
Cambodia: The Pailin region produces fine blue sapphires, often with excellent clarity .

The Geographic Fingerprint

Each source leaves subtle clues in the stone:

Kashmir: Velvety texture from fine rutile silk
Kashmir, Myanmar, Sri Lanka: Low iron content, stronger fluorescence
Australia, Thailand, Montana: Higher iron content, darker colors, less fluorescence

Sapphire Meaning & Symbolism

Sapphire carries more symbolic weight than almost any other gem. Its history is the history of royalty, religion, and romance.

Ancient Persia and the Sky

The Persians believed that the earth rested on a giant sapphire, and the sky’s blue was a reflection of the stone’s color . This poetic idea captures something essential: sapphire has always been associated with the heavens, with divinity, with the infinite.

Ancient Greece and Rome

The Greeks associated sapphire with Apollo, the god of light, music, and prophecy . Visitors to the Oracle of Delphi wore sapphire to enhance their connection to divine wisdom. The Romans believed sapphire protected against envy and harm .

The Ten Commandments

According to Jewish tradition, the tablets on which the Ten Commandments were inscribed were made of sapphire . This belief gave the stone an almost sacred status in Judeo-Christian tradition.

The Medieval Church

In the Middle Ages, clergy wore sapphires to symbolize heaven and attract divine blessings . The stone was believed to represent purity, chastity, and spiritual wisdom. Bishops wore sapphire rings as symbols of their office, a tradition that continues in some denominations today.

Royal Connections

Sapphire has been the stone of kings and queens for millennia. The British Crown Jewels contain some of the world’s most famous sapphires, including the Stuart Sapphire and the sapphires in the Imperial State Crown . This royal association has never faded—sapphire still says “regal” more clearly than any other blue gem.

The Clarity of Thought

Across cultures, sapphire has been associated with mental clarity and wisdom. It was believed to sharpen the mind, dispel confusion, and help the wearer make sound judgments. This is why scholars and philosophers have long favored sapphire.

Modern Symbolism

Today, sapphire symbolizes:

Wisdom and truth: The stone of clear thinking and honest communication
Loyalty and faithfulness: A traditional choice for engagement rings, representing lifelong commitment
Divine favor: Ancient associations with the heavens persist
Protection: Believed to guard against negative energy and harm
Royalty and dignity: The stone of kings and queens

For those born in September, sapphire represents the transition from summer to autumn—the deep blue of September skies, the clarity of autumn light, the wisdom that comes with harvest.

Sapphire Healing Properties

I am not a doctor, and gemstones are not medicine. But sapphire’s healing associations are among the most ancient and respected.

Ancient Beliefs

In medieval Europe, sapphire was used to treat eye ailments, headaches, and mental disorders . The logic was sympathetic: the stone’s clear blue suggested clarity, so it must be good for sight and thought.

Mental Clarity

Modern crystal healers attribute to sapphire:

Mental focus: Sharpens the mind and dispels confusion
Emotional balance: Calms overactive thoughts and soothes anxiety
Communication: Helps express truth clearly and kindly
Spiritual wisdom: Deepens meditation and connects to higher awareness

Physical Associations

Sapphire is traditionally associated with:

The eyes and vision
The nervous system
The endocrine system

Chakra Associations

Different colored sapphires are associated with different chakras:

Blue sapphire: Throat chakra (communication, truth)
Yellow sapphire: Solar plexus chakra (personal power, confidence)
Green sapphire: Heart chakra (love, compassion)
Purple sapphire: Third eye and crown (intuition, spiritual connection)
Pink sapphire: Heart chakra (emotional healing, love)

Planetary Associations

In Vedic astrology, blue sapphire is associated with Saturn (Shani), the planet of discipline, karma, and justice . It’s considered a powerful stone that can bring focus and structure to the wearer’s life—but also one that must be worn with respect, as Saturn’s energy is intense.

Yellow sapphire is associated with Jupiter (Guru), the planet of wisdom, abundance, and good fortune . It’s considered highly auspicious and is often worn to attract prosperity and knowledge.

Sapphire Colors & Varieties

Sapphire occurs in more colors than almost any other gemstone. The rainbow is the limit.

Blue Sapphire

The classic. Blue sapphire ranges from pale sky blue to deep, inky midnight, with the most prized being a medium to medium-dark vivid blue with velvety texture—the legendary Kashmir blue .

The GIA describes the finest blue sapphire as having “a pure, vivid, velvety blue color that is neither too dark nor too light” .

Cornflower blue: The classic Kashmir color—medium blue with a slight violetish cast and a soft, sleepy quality
Royal blue: Deeper, more intense, often with a slightly darker tone—associated with Myanmar and Madagascar
Ceylon blue: Lighter, brighter, often with excellent brilliance—associated with Sri Lanka
Montana blue: Cool, steely, often slightly greenish—distinctive and sought after

Padparadscha

The rarest and most valuable sapphire color. Padparadscha is a delicate blend of pink and orange, named for the lotus flower . The ideal is a pastel sunset—pink and orange in perfect balance, neither dominating the other.

True padparadscha is exceptionally rare and valuable. Most “padparadscha” on the market is either heat-treated or misidentified pink-orange sapphire. A genuine unheated padparadscha of fine color commands prices that rival fine ruby.

Pink Sapphire

Pink sapphires range from pale baby pink to deep magenta. The finest have vivid, saturated color without brownish or purplish undertones. Sri Lanka and Madagascar produce the best pinks.

Yellow Sapphire

Yellow sapphires range from pale canary to deep golden. The most prized are vivid, saturated yellows without brownish or greenish tones. Sri Lanka is the classic source for fine yellow sapphire.

Green Sapphire

Green sapphires are rare and often overlooked. They range from mint green to deep forest, often with subtle blue or yellow secondary tones. Montana and Australia produce most green sapphires.

Purple and Violet Sapphire

Among the rarest sapphire colors. Fine purple sapphires have vivid, saturated color without brownish tones. Sri Lanka and Madagascar produce the best.

Orange Sapphire

Exceptionally rare in fine quality. True orange sapphire (not padparadscha) is vivid and saturated, the color of a ripe tangerine. Most orange sapphires are heat-treated; unheated fine oranges are treasures.

Color-Change Sapphire

Some sapphires change color under different lighting—blue in daylight, purple in incandescent; or green to reddish-brown. These are rare and highly collectible.

Star Sapphire

Sapphires with fine, oriented rutile inclusions can display asterism—a six-rayed star that moves across the surface when the stone is moved . The finest star sapphires have sharp, centered stars, good transparency, and attractive body color. The most famous is the Star of India, a 563-carat gray-blue star sapphire at the American Museum of Natural History .

Parti Sapphire

Sapphires with two or more colors in the same stone—often blue and green, or blue and yellow. These are increasingly popular for their unique, organic appearance.

Black Sapphire

Opaque black sapphires are used primarily for men’s jewelry and as accent stones. They’re durable and affordable.

White (Colorless) Sapphire

Colorless sapphire is sometimes used as a diamond substitute, though it lacks diamond’s fire and brilliance. It’s more durable than cubic zirconia but less brilliant.

Is Sapphire a Birthstone?

Yes—and its birthstone status is among the most prestigious in the calendar.

September Birthstone

Sapphire is the modern birthstone for September . It has held this position consistently across every major birthstone list for more than a century.

For those born in September—the month of transition, of harvest, of the first hints of autumn—sapphire represents wisdom, truth, and the deep blue of autumn skies. It’s the stone for Virgos, for Libras, for everyone born when the year begins to turn.

5th and 45th Wedding Anniversaries

Sapphire is the traditional gift for the 5th and 45th wedding anniversaries . For the 5th, it represents the wisdom gained in the early years of marriage. For the 45th, it celebrates nearly half a century together—a love as deep and enduring as the stone itself.

Zodiac Associations

Sapphire is primarily associated with Virgo (August 23 – September 22) and Libra (September 23 – October 22) . For Virgo, the earth sign known for practicality and discernment, sapphire brings clarity and wisdom. For Libra, the air sign seeking balance and harmony, sapphire’s calming energy is a natural fit.

Sapphire Uses in Jewelry

Sapphire’s hardness of 9 makes it excellent for all types of jewelry, including rings worn daily . It’s second only to diamond in durability.

Engagement Rings

Sapphire engagement rings have a long and royal history. The most famous example is Princess Diana’s sapphire engagement ring, now worn by Catherine, Princess of Wales . A 12-carat oval blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by diamonds, it’s one of the most recognizable rings in the world.

For those seeking an alternative to diamond, sapphire offers:

Color: The full spectrum, from classic blue to rare padparadscha
Meaning: Centuries of association with loyalty, truth, and commitment
Durability: 9 on the Mohs scale, suitable for daily wear
Value: Fine sapphires are less expensive than diamonds of comparable size

Other Jewelry

Rings: Solitaires, three-stone rings, cocktail rings, anniversary bands, men’s rings
Earrings: Studs, drops, chandeliers—sapphire earrings are timeless
Necklaces and pendants: Solitaire pendants, sapphire station necklaces, elaborate collars
Bracelets: Tennis bracelets, bangles, cuff bracelets with sapphire accents
Brooches and pins: Especially popular in vintage and royal jewelry
Tiara: Sapphire tiaras appear in royal collections worldwide

Metal Choices

Different metals complement different sapphire colors:

Platinum and white gold: Classic for blue sapphires, creating maximum contrast and making the blue pop
Yellow gold: Traditional, warm—beautiful with yellow, orange, and green sapphires
Rose gold: Romantic—stunning with pink and purple sapphires, padparadscha
Mixed metals: Can play with contrast and harmony in interesting ways

Setting Considerations

Because sapphire is durable, it can be set in any style:

Prong settings: Classic, allows maximum light to enter the stone
Bezel settings: Metal surrounds the stone, offering maximum protection
Halo settings: Surrounding diamonds or other gems add brilliance
Three-stone settings: Represent past, present, and future in engagement rings

Sapphire Value & Price

Sapphire pricing is complex, with fine stones commanding prices that rival diamonds.

What Affects Price

Color is the most important factor. For blue sapphires, vivid, saturated medium to medium-dark blues command the highest prices—the legendary Kashmir “cornflower” and Burmese “royal blue” . Lighter or darker stones are less valuable.

For fancy colors, saturation and purity are equally important. Fine padparadscha commands the highest prices of any sapphire color . Vivid pinks, yellows, and oranges are next, followed by pastels.

Clarity matters, but sapphires are rarely flawless. Minor inclusions that don’t affect beauty are acceptable. Heavily included stones are less valuable. Star sapphires are valued for their star, not their clarity.

Cut affects both beauty and price. Well-cut sapphires maximize color and brilliance. Poorly cut stones may have dead zones or appear darker than their actual color grade.

Carat weight has an exponential effect on price. Fine sapphires over 5 carats are rare; over 10 carats, they’re exceptional.

Origin dramatically affects price. Kashmir sapphires command the highest premiums, followed by Burmese, then Sri Lankan (Ceylon). Madagascar sapphires have gained acceptance and can approach Ceylon prices for fine material.

Treatment is the biggest factor after color. Most sapphires are heat-treated to improve color and clarity. Untreated sapphires of fine quality command enormous premiums.

Price Ranges

Note: These are approximate ranges for fine-quality stones. Prices vary dramatically based on specific characteristics.

Blue Sapphire

Commercial quality: $200–$1,000 per carat
Good quality: $1,000–$3,000 per carat
Fine quality: $3,000–$10,000 per carat
Exceptional (Ceylon, Madagascar): $10,000–$20,000+ per carat
Premium (Burmese, Kashmir): $20,000–$100,000+ per carat
Kashmir (any size): Collector pricing, often $50,000–$200,000+ per carat

Fancy Color Sapphire

Pastel pinks, yellows: $500–$2,000 per carat
Vivid pinks, yellows: $2,000–$10,000 per carat
Fine padparadscha: $10,000–$50,000+ per carat
Rare oranges, purples, greens: $3,000–$15,000+ per carat depending on saturation

Star Sapphire

Commercial quality: $100–$500 per carat
Fine quality (sharp star, good color): $500–$5,000 per carat
Exceptional (large, sharp star, fine color): $5,000–$20,000+ per carat

Sapphire Treatments and Enhancements

This is the most important practical information in this guide.

The Prevalence of Treatment

The GIA estimates that more than 90% of all sapphires on the market have been treated , primarily by heat . This is not deception; it’s standard practice. Treatment makes sapphires available to a wider market. Untreated sapphires are the exception, and they’re priced accordingly.

Heat Treatment

The most common treatment. Sapphires are heated to approximately 1600-1800°C, which:

Improves color by dissolving rutile inclusions
Reduces silk and improves clarity
Can create or enhance asterism in star sapphires

Heat treatment is permanent and stable. A heat-treated sapphire will not change over time. The GIA and other laboratories accept heat treatment as a standard enhancement and note it on reports.

Lattice Diffusion

A more extensive treatment where sapphires are heated with additional elements (beryllium, titanium) to change or deepen color . This treatment can create orange and yellow sapphires from pale material, or deepen blue in surface layers.

Lattice diffusion is less permanent than simple heat treatment and must be disclosed. It also significantly reduces value compared to untreated or heat-only stones.

Fracture Filling

Less common for sapphire than emerald or ruby. Fractures are filled with glass or other materials to improve clarity. These stones are much less durable and must be disclosed.

Disclosure Is Everything

A treated sapphire is not a “fake” sapphire. It’s a real sapphire that has been enhanced. The ethical requirement is full disclosure. A heat-treated sapphire should be sold as such. A lattice-diffused or fracture-filled sapphire should be sold as such.

If you’re buying fine sapphire, demand a laboratory report from GIA, SSEF, GRS, AGL, or other reputable laboratory that documents treatment status and origin.

How to Identify Real vs Fake Sapphire

Sapphire imitations are common. Here’s what to look for.

Common Imitations

Blue spinel: Similar color, single refractive (sapphire is double refractive), different inclusions
Blue tourmaline (indicolite): Different refractive index, often more included
Blue topaz: Much lighter, different refractive properties, often has a “brighter” look
Blue glass: Much softer, may show bubbles, feels warmer
Synthetic sapphire: Chemically identical to natural; requires laboratory testing to identify

Synthetic Sapphire

Synthetic sapphire has been produced since the early 20th century (flame fusion method) . Modern synthetics are indistinguishable from natural sapphire without laboratory testing. Look for:

Curved growth lines (flame fusion)
Flux inclusions (flux-grown)
Lack of natural inclusions
“Too perfect” appearance

Visual Clues

Color zoning: Natural sapphires often have subtle color zoning; synthetics are often perfectly uniform
Inclusions: Natural sapphire has characteristic inclusions (rutile silk, crystals, feathers); synthetics have different growth patterns
Double refraction: Sapphire is double refractive; spinel and glass are not

The Best Approach

The only definitive way to identify sapphire and verify its origin and treatment is through professional gemological testing. A GIA, SSEF, GRS, or AGL report provides certified identification.

Care & Cleaning of Sapphire

Sapphire’s hardness of 9 makes it one of the most durable gemstones, but proper care still matters—especially for treated stones.

Cleaning Methods

For untreated or heat-treated sapphire: Warm soapy water is always safe. Use mild dish soap, lukewarm water, and a soft brush. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth.

Ultrasonic cleaners are generally safe for untreated or heat-treated sapphire . However, if the stone has visible fractures or has been lattice-diffused or fracture-filled, avoid ultrasonics.

Steam cleaners are also generally safe for untreated or heat-treated sapphire .

For lattice-diffused or fracture-filled sapphire: Warm soapy water only, with extreme gentleness. Avoid ultrasonics and steam.

Storage Tips

Store sapphire separately from other gemstones. Sapphire (9) can scratch softer stones and can be scratched by diamond (10). Individual soft pouches or compartmentalized boxes are ideal.

What to Avoid

Harsh chemicals: Bleach, ammonia, and other harsh cleaners can damage sapphire and its setting
Extreme heat: Sudden temperature changes can cause thermal shock
Hard knocks: Sapphire is hard but can chip if struck sharply
Ultrasonics for treated stones: May damage treatment

The Legendary Sapphires

The Star of India

One of the most famous gemstones in the world, the Star of India is a 563-carat gray-blue star sapphire from Sri Lanka . It’s on display at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The star is sharp and centered, and the stone’s size is legendary.

The Logan Sapphire

A 423-carat blue sapphire from Sri Lanka, one of the largest faceted blue sapphires in existence . It’s on display at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of Natural History, surrounded by 16 carats of diamonds.

The Stuart Sapphire

A 104-carat blue sapphire set in the British Imperial State Crown . It has a long royal history, passing from Charles II to James II to Queen Victoria, and now resides among the Crown Jewels.

The Rockefeller Sapphire

A 62.02-carat rectangular step-cut blue sapphire of exceptional quality, once owned by the Rockefeller family . It sold at auction in 2001 for over $3 million, a record at the time.

The Bismarck Sapphire

A 98.56-carat blue sapphire necklace given to the Smithsonian in 1967 . The stone is exceptional for its size, color, and clarity.

The Blue Belle of Asia

A 392.52-carat blue sapphire from Sri Lanka, one of the largest in the world . It sold at auction in 2014 for over $17 million.

The Queen’s Burmese Sapphire Tiara

A tiara worn by Queen Elizabeth II, featuring a magnificent 23.6-carat Burmese blue sapphire surrounded by diamonds . It was a wedding gift from the people of Burma in 1947.

FAQs About Sapphire

Is sapphire expensive?

It depends on the quality. Commercial-grade sapphires are quite affordable. Fine blue sapphires, especially from Kashmir or Burma, are among the most expensive gemstones in the world. Padparadscha sapphires command the highest prices of any sapphire color.

Is sapphire suitable for daily wear?

Yes. Sapphire’s hardness of 9 makes it excellent for daily wear in rings, necklaces, earrings, and other jewelry . It’s second only to diamond in durability.

What does sapphire symbolize?

Sapphire symbolizes wisdom, truth, loyalty, and royalty. It’s associated with clear thinking, honest communication, and lasting commitment.

Is sapphire a birthstone?

Yes. Sapphire is the modern birthstone for September . It’s also the traditional gift for the 5th and 45th wedding anniversaries.

Are sapphires always blue?

No. Sapphire occurs in every color except red (which is ruby). Pink, yellow, orange, green, purple, violet, black, colorless, and color-change sapphires all exist.

What is padparadscha sapphire?

The rarest and most valuable sapphire color—a delicate blend of pink and orange, named for the lotus flower . True padparadscha is exceptionally rare and valuable.

Are most sapphires treated?

Yes. More than 90% of sapphires on the market have been treated, primarily by heat . Untreated sapphires are rare and command premium prices.

What is a star sapphire?

A sapphire cut as a cabochon that displays a six-rayed star pattern caused by oriented rutile inclusions . The finest star sapphires have sharp, centered stars and attractive body color.

How can you tell natural sapphire from synthetic?

Professional gemological testing is required. Natural sapphires have characteristic inclusions and color zoning; synthetics have growth patterns that differ.

What is the rarest sapphire color?

Padparadscha is the rarest, followed by fine orange, purple, and pure green. In blue, Kashmir “cornflower” is the most sought after and rarest.

I think about that tray in Sri Lanka often—the one that taught me sapphire isn’t just blue. I think about the way the light caught each stone, revealing colors I hadn’t known existed. I think about the padparadscha in the corner, pink and orange together, looking exactly like a lotus flower at dawn.

I didn’t buy any of those stones. I couldn’t afford them. But I carried something away that day that’s worth more than any single gem: the understanding that sapphire is not a color but a universe.

Red is ruby. Everything else is sapphire. Blue, pink, yellow, orange, green, purple, violet, black, white, color-change, star, parti. The whole rainbow, united by the same crystal structure, the same hardness, the same ancient symbolism.

That’s the miracle of sapphire. It’s the gem that contains multitudes. It can be the deep blue of a Kashmir sky or the pale pink of a Sri Lankan dawn. It can be the yellow of a Montana sunflower or the green of a Madagascan forest. It can change color under different lights, display a star, show two colors in the same stone.

And through all these variations, it remains itself. Corundum. Aluminum oxide. Hardness 9. The stone of wisdom, truth, and royalty.

Whether you’re buying your first sapphire or adding to a collection, whether you’re a September baby claiming your birthright or simply someone who fell in love with a colored stone at a jewelry counter—welcome to the sapphire family.

The whole rainbow has been waiting for you.

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