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The birthstone for September – Sapphire. Upon hearing the word “Sapphire,” many immediately envision a stunning violet-blue gemstone. “Sapphire” is Greek for blue, after all. Since ancient times, the Blue Sapphire has represented a promise of honesty, loyalty, purity, and trust. To keep with this tradition, Sapphires are one of the most popular engagement gemstones today. Sapphire is found in many parts of the world, but the most prized Sapphires are from Myanmar, Kashmir, and Sri Lanka. Sapphires with a highly saturated violet-blue color and velvety or sleepy transparency are rarer. The purer the blue of the Sapphire, the greater the price. However, many people find that darker hues can be just as appealing. Sapphires are not only blue. They also come in pink, yellow, orange, peach, and violet colors. The most sought-after color of fancy Sapphire is the rare and beautiful Padparadscha — a pink-orange corundum with a distinctive salmon color reminiscent of a tropical sunset. These ultra-rare, ultra-expensive stones are among the most coveted gems in the world.