Sapphire

Sapphire is the traditional birthstone for September.

Sapphires are gemstones from the corundum mineral family. The sapphire comes in diverse colors like pink, yellow, green, and even colorless, but it is most famous for its deep blue hue. The red variety is known as the ruby.

Known as the second hardest natural gemstone - only the diamond is harder - the sapphire is exceptionally durable for jewelry.

Sapphires symbolize sincerity and loyalty, and are often associated with royalty and romance.