September Birthstone: Sapphire

Sapphires are one of the most cherished coloured gemstones in the jewellery world. For centuries, sapphires have decorated the robes of royalty, clergy & some of the most sophisticated style icons of our time.

 

Diana, Princess of Wales' engagement ring, wedding ring; Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge presents medals to members of the Irish Guards at the Victoria Barracks

 

One of the most famous sapphire rings today is Kate Middleton’s Sapphire engagement ring previously worn by Diana. Mounted in a diamond cluster the style remains popular as an engagement ring and many a stylish lady wears it as a right hand ring to celebrate special life achievements.

 

Blue saphhire cabochon cluster ring from the vintage collection at designyard contemporary jewellery gallery dublin irelandBlue sapphire Magna ring by Ronan Campbell at designyard contemporary jewellery gallery dublin ireland

 

Sapphire is also the birthstone for September, making it the perfect gift for a September birthday, or indeed a meaningful way to mark a special occasion in  September.

 

Goldplated Silver sapphire Drift earrings by Mirri Damer at designyard contemporary jewellery dublin irelandSapphire diamond and pearl rotational earrings by Shimell and Madden at designyard contemporary jewellery gallery dublin ireland

 

Another popular reason for wearing sapphire is for any of the many qualities associated with it: Sapphire is believed to be good for attracting abundance, blessings, and gifts. It has been used to protect against negative energies, calm the mind, strengthen intuition, and invite spiritual clarity. We can all do with a bit of that!

 

18k gold and Sapphire bead necklace by Friederike Grace at DesignYard contemporary jewellery gallery dublin irelandSapphire and gold leaf necklace by Josephine Bergsoe at DesignYard contemporary jewellery gallery dublin ireland

Many of you are familiar with blue sapphire, but did you know it comes in a wide range of colours? If blue is not your jam have a look at some of these beauties:

 

https://www.designyard.com/products/18k-yellow-gold-pink-sapphire-ring18k rosegold pink sapphire ring by Kate Smith at Desigyard contemporary jewellery gallery dublin ireland

Pink sapphires like this cluster ring by Ronan Campbell make for the ultimate romantic engagement ring. Or choose the contemporary pretty in pink rosegold solitaire by Kate Smith. The orangy-pink Padparadsha Sapphire as worn by Princess Beatrice is one of the rarest varieties.

 

by Shimell and Madden at designyard contemporary jewellery dublni irelandby Shimell and Madden at designyard contemporary jewellery dublni ireland

 

The stunning asterism ring by Shimell and Madden in rich sunset colours is simply spectacular. Yes, that is a purple saphhire at the centre! And what of these striking green sapphire rings? From grassy green to mossy forest greens, they are simply spectacular.

 

Green sapphire diamond stacking ring by Shimara Carlow at designyard contemporary jewellery gallery dublin ireland Green sapphire compass ring by Shimell and Madden at designyard contemporary jewellery gallery dublin ireland

 
At the moment we are seeing the emergence of the two-tone Australian parti sapphire. Previously they were heated to get an even blue colour, but now small makers are appreciating them for their intrinsic beauty. Have a look at Mark Nuells fascinating parti sapphire ring set at DesignYard.

 

 

With so much to choose from you are sure to find something spectacular to celebrate your special September event. Book your appointment to view the Sapphire collection at DesignYard in person. 

 

book your appointment to view Sapphire jewellery at designyard contemporary jewellery gallery dublin ireland

 

 

September 13, 2023 — Nicole van der Wolf
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