september birthstone | sapphire

The name sapphire is derived from the Latin word saphirus and the Greek word sapheiros, both meaning blue. Sapphire was once believed to guard against evil and poisoning. It was thought that a placing snake in a vessel made of sapphire would render the creature harmless.

• Sapphire represents purity and wisdom.
• Sapphire also symbolizes chastity, piety and repentance.
• Sapphire is said to promote serenity and wisdom.