September Birthstone

Sapphire, the September birthstone, is associated with qualities that are desirable in long term relationships. Read on to know more about the enchanting gemstone, sapphire, and the attributes associated with it.Sapphire is a favorite all over the world, on account of its availability in vivid colors and its versatility. Sapphire is the traditional, as well as the modern birthstone of September. It is also the birthstone of Virgo, the sixth zodiac sign. Sapphire is also considered to be the anniversary gem, for the 5th and the 45th years of marriage.Sapphires are available in all colors except red, because red pieces of the same mineral, corundum, are always called rubies. The most popular sapphire color is cornflower blue.