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Sapphire

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Sapphire

Also known as: Blue corundum

Deep blue corundum and September's birthstone – a symbol of wisdom and loyalty, worn by royalty for centuries.

  • ColourBlue, Pink, Yellow, Green, Padparadscha
  • Mineral groupCorundum
  • ChemistryAl₂O₃ (with Fe, Ti)
  • Hardness (Mohs)9
  • Crystal systemTrigonal
  • Where it's foundSri Lanka, Madagascar, Myanmar, Australia, USA (Montana), Kashmir (historic)
  • ChakraThroat, Third Eye
  • ZodiacVirgo, Libra, Taurus
  • BirthstoneSeptember

What is Sapphire?

Sapphire is corundum in every colour except red (red corundum is ruby). Classic blue sapphire gets its colour from iron and titanium; sapphires also come in pink, yellow, green and the rare pink-orange padparadscha. At 9 on the Mohs scale, it is extremely durable.

Sri Lanka has produced sapphires for over 2,000 years, and the historic Kashmir mines are legendary. A famous blue sapphire engagement ring was worn by Diana, Princess of Wales, and later by Catherine, Princess of Wales. Most sapphires are heat-treated. Sapphire is the birthstone for September.

Sapphire astrology & birthstone

  • Zodiac signsVirgo, Libra, Taurus
  • Ruling planetSaturn
  • ElementWater
  • Birthstone monthSeptember

Zodiac, planet and element links come from crystal-lore traditions and vary between authors. Birthstone months follow the American Gem Society list.

Sapphire meaning & traditional properties

Sapphire is associated with wisdom, focus, loyalty and truth, and has long been linked with royalty and faithfulness.

  • Wisdom
  • Focus
  • Loyalty

Traditional and metaphysical properties are shared for cultural and educational interest. Crystals are not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.

How to use Sapphire

  • Wear sapphire as your September birthstone.
  • Choose sapphire for 5th and 45th anniversaries.

How to care for Sapphire

Very hard and durable. Clean with warm soapy water.

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Rituals & pairings

Pair Sapphire with a intuition & meditation ritual

A quiet meditation ritual for focus, intuition and clarity.

Traditionally paired with: Frankincense, myrrh, lotus or copal incense · A purple or white candle · Sage to clear the space

  • Clear the room with a little sage smoke and sit comfortably.
  • Light a purple or white candle and frankincense, lotus or copal incense.
  • Hold your crystal or rest it in front of you and breathe slowly for 5–10 minutes.
  • Note down any ideas or feelings that come up.

Safety: never leave candles, incense or smudge sticks burning unattended, keep them away from children, pets and anything flammable, and ventilate the room. Rituals are shared as tradition, not as a treatment.

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Sapphire jewellery & pendulums

Wear the energy of your favourite crystals every day – browse our handmade crystal jewellery and dowsing pendulums.

Sapphire FAQs

Are all sapphires blue?

No – sapphires come in almost every colour except red, which is ruby.

What month is sapphire?

September.

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