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Traditionally, sapphires are the chosen gemstone for both the 5th and the extraordinary 45th anniversaries, signifying enduring commitment and lasting passion. Furthermore, sapphire is also bestowed the honor of being September's birthstone, captivating individuals born during this month with its captivating hues and the promise of wisdom, loyalty, and nobility. Its deep blue brilliance makes it a cherished gem for commemorating significant life events and embracing the beauty of September-born individuals.
Sapphire gemstone have been popular since the Middle Ages. The celestial blue color of this gemstone symbolized heaven and attracted divine favor and wise judgment. Although sapphire typically refers to the rich, blue gemstone variety of the mineral corundum, this royal gemstone occurs in a rainbow of hues. Sapphires come in every color except red. Trace elements like iron, titanium, chromium, copper, and magnesium give naturally colorless corundum a tint of blue, yellow, purple, orange, or green, respectively. Sapphires in any color but blue are called “fancies.”
