What do Princess Diana, The Duchess of Cambridge and Angelina Jolie all have in common? It has to be their love of stunning sapphire and diamond jewellery. This beautiful gemstone is a popular choice for engagement rings, as it is known for its Royal, deep, blue colour which makes it highly sought after and treasured by many.
September’s Birthstone is the Beautiful Sapphire
With summer transitioning to autumn, September is a month where the weather and scenery start to change. Leaves start falling off the trees, their autumnal brown, burnt orange and yellow colours lying on the pavement and outdoor trails and we start to wrap up and prepare for the colder months ahead. You see these colours in sapphire too and it makes you think of Sapphires at this time of year.
Sapphire is a birthstone that has been historically related with September for centuries as it features in both traditional and modern birthstone lists.
The gemstone is not just a popular choice for engagement rings but is also used to celebrate the fifth and 45th wedding anniversaries.
What Does September’s Birthstone Mean?
Sapphire holds many meanings for September as it is considered to have healing properties throughout history. It’s believed that sapphire jewellery was reputed to have healing powers, curing people with eye infections, headaches, thyroid problems and headaches.
The gem has long been associated with royalty and romance for centuries, with members of the Royal Family and members of the clergy, have been seen wearing this gemstone on their robes. Even In ancient Greece and Rome, it was believed that wearing blue sapphires protected them from envy and harm of their enemies.
What Colour is September’s Birthstone?
Blue sapphires are instantly the first thought that comes to mind when choosing a more unique engagement ring and find yourself wanting that pop of colour. Sapphires come in all sorts of colours, such as yellow, grey, orange and pink. Many people are not aware that you can also get red Sapphires however they are named Rubies, the same Rubies we all know of and love. Sapphires and rubies are derived from the mineral corundum.
Our Favourite September Birthstone Engagement Rings from our Collection
At Diamond Quarter, we love sapphire engagement rings, and work with them in all shapes in many different jewellery pieces. We stock a wide range of beautiful engagement rings that are guaranteed to leave your partner speechless.
What is an Art Deco Round Cut Blue Sapphire Cluster Ring
Does your partner like Art Deco-style jewellery? Why not pop the question with this exquisite Deco Round Cut Blue Sapphire Cluster Ring? or our Classic Oval cut Blue Sapphire Halo Ring. Both rings feature a magnificent blue sapphire centre, with an array of smaller diamonds outside the centre stone known as a diamond halo, but in different ways, you may prefer the Art Deco look for your engagement ring. If your partner already has a collection of classic sapphire jewellery, they will instantly love this Deco-inspired Round Cut Blue Sapphire Cluster ring. or the Classic Oval cut Blue Sapphire Halo Ring.
Classic Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Halo Ring
Want a ring that looks similar to the Duchess of Cambridge’s famous oval cut engagement ring? Our Classic Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Halo Ring with Its bright blue Oval sapphire as the centre stone, surrounded by an array of smaller diamonds, this ring will instantly make you feel like a member of the Royal Family. Whether you want the ring in Platinum, white gold or yellow gold, this blue sapphire oval cut engagement ring is the perfect accompaniment to your engagement proposal.
Dazzle Your Partner with a Sapphire Engagement Ring from Diamond Quarter
Why not give your engagement proposal a royal twist with a beautiful blue sapphire engagement ring. If you’re struggling to find the right ring to ask that all-important question, our team of experts will be on hand to find the perfect sapphire ring that your partner will love.
Book an appointment at our flagship Golden Square showroom in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter and make yourself or that special someone feel like royalty with a piece of stunning sapphire jewellery.
If you are still exploring the possibility of buying a sapphire ring, we’ve put together an article, outlining the reasons why you should choose a sapphire engagement ring.