What is it about birthstones that have captivated people for centuries?
Some may appreciate their varied colors reflecting all the shades of the rainbow. Others might enjoy the history and symbolism tied to each one. While there are a multitude of reasons to adore birthstones, many people are drawn to the one assigned to their specific birth month and zodiac sign.
While each zodiac sign can be linked to a few birthstones, there is always the one main gem, the “queen bee” if you will – the gem that’s most common for that specific astrological sign. If you were born between August 23 and September 22, you’re a Virgo. And if you’re a Virgo born in the month of September, your de facto gem would be the entrancing sapphire. Prized for its clarity and luster, sapphire is often associated with wisdom, virtue and good fortune.
In today’s blog, we’ll dive into the symbolism of sapphires, their significance for Virgos, and provide a little shopping inspiration with our 8 Top Blue Sapphire Jewelry Gifts for Virgo:
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The Virgo Zodiac Sign Explained
Virgo is the 6th astrological sign in the zodiac and is commonly represented as a young maiden carrying a sheaf of wheat (Virgo is Latin for “maiden”). She is sometimes recognized as a fertility goddess, such as the Babylonian and Assyrian Ishtar, or as a harvest maiden, like the Greek Persephone and others.
Hard-working is one of the main traits connected with Virgo. They are known to have high standards and be incredibly detail-orientated. They may be likely to enjoy small talk, gathering information, education and soaking in entertainment.
Virgo is an earth sign that is ruled by Mercury, known to represent principles of communication, mentality and thinking patterns. But what exactly does that mean for the people born under that sign? Here are some of the key personality traits and characteristics tied to the Virgo sign:
– Hard Working
– Modest
– Helpful
– Funny
– Curious
– Detail-Orientated
– Creative
– Stubborn
– Logical
– Reliable
– Independent
– Practical
Do any of these ring a bell for you? It’s crucial to note that astrological signs, the zodiac, and the positions of the earth, moon, sun, and stars are highly regarded by many in relation to their personal lives, but they don’t constitute an exact science. Numerous other factors, such as upbringing, life experiences, and personal choices, can also shape a person’s personality. Nonetheless, they are quite entertaining to think about, aren’t they?
The Qualities of the Sapphire
Now let’s take a look at some facts about the Virgo birthstone: the Sapphire.
Sapphires can be found in various locations around the world. Sri Lanka is known for producing some of the finest quality sapphires, including the famous blue sapphires. Other notable locations include Madagascar, Australia and Montana in the USA.
Composed of the mineral corundum and trace elements like titanium, silicon, boron, cobalt and iron, sapphires rate a 9 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. This makes them one of the hardest minerals, second only to diamonds, which rate a 10. This high level of hardness makes sapphires exceptionally durable and suitable for various types of jewelry.
The most well-known sapphire is the blue sapphire. However, due to trace minerals within them, they can appear in a range of colors (excluding red, as gemstones with red corundum are classified as rubies). Some other colors of sapphire include pink, purple, orange, yellow, green, white, black, grey and brown. Quite an array, don’t you think?
Throughout history and across many cultures, sapphires have symbolized nobility, honesty, and faithfulness. In ancient Rome and Greece, kings and queens believed that blue sapphires guarded them from jealousy and harm. During the Middle Ages, blue sapphires were seen as symbols of heaven. And today, many still associate sapphires with royalty.
Discovering the Beauty of Sapphires with Raisa
For a further dive into September’s birthstone, we invite you to hear from Raisa, one of the jewelry design creative directors at The Bradford Exchange. Throughout the fascinating video below, she offers some more fun facts from the vantage point of a jewelry professional, including what makes the sapphires so special and valued even today. This guide is filled with sapphire inspiration, and we hope you enjoy it. Watch Raisa’s Sapphire Guide Now:
The Power of Sapphires for Virgo
Not only is the sapphire a mesmerizing stone, but it carries with it various meanings and symbolism that align with the traits and characteristics commonly associated with Virgo individuals…making it a match made in heaven. Let’s examine a few.
Harmony– thought to protect the wearer from envy and infidelity, royals wore sapphires for dual purposes. Traditionally the gem is believed to bring harmony which bodes well with the Virgo tendency to seek balance and equity in life.
Wisdom – the sapphire is believed to enhance mental clarity and wisdom. This aligns with Virgo’s strong communication skills and attention to detail. Virgo individuals often wish to express themselves more clearly and effectively.
Calmness and Focus – It is commonly thought that Virgos strive for perfection and can become anxious or overly critical. Sapphires are thought to promote inner peace, calmness, and mental clarity, helping Virgos manage stress and maintain focus.
Purity and Truth – The qualities of sincerity, truth, and faithfulness attributed to sapphires align with Virgo’s inherent honesty and reliability.
Now that we have a better understanding of both the sapphires and Virgo, and their lovely symbiotic relationship, let’s dive into some great recommendations from the Gift Advisors at The Bradford Exchange.
Remember, if you know a Virgo, sapphire jewelry makes a wonderful gift. And they’re not just for birthdays either, they can make a special present for many occasions, including anniversaries and holidays. Each of the choices below also includes a custom presentation box and/or velvet jewelry pouch to make your gift giving experience easier and even more desirable. Check out our picks and let us know what you think. Some of them match perfectly, so look out for that too.
Love’s Devotion Personalized Ring
Featuring an over 1.5 carat blue sapphire! This ring boasts a striking midnight blue sapphire in the center surrounded by graceful waves of 34 genuine white topaz. Making this romantic ring even more meaningful, it can be personalized for FREE with two engraved names, beautifully united with the promise of “Always”!
Midnight Sky Ring
Featuring over 1 carat of genuine blue sapphires! This ring dazzles with a total of 14 deep blue sapphires that graduate in size on the top and bottom rows. Aligned on the center ribbon are 7 white sapphires in a stunning pairing of round and baguette cuts. It’s the perfect statement ring for a night on the town!
Royal Inspiration Ring
Featuring a 4-carat created blue sapphire! A beautiful tribute to Princess Diana and one of her most celebrated pieces of jewelry, this ring showcases an impressively sized Diamonesk® created sapphire at its center, surrounded by 14 brilliant Diamonesk® simulated diamonds of over 1-1/2 carats, for a total of over 5 carats. A stunning way to honor the incomparable princess whose memory will always live on.
Divine In Blue Ring
Featuring genuine white topaz and blue sapphires! A genuine London blue topaz center stone reflects the beauty of the sky and water meeting at dusk, surrounded by a halo of genuine white topaz and blue sapphires, totaling 3 carats of genuine gemstones. This stunner comes from acclaimed former Cartier designer Alfred Durante.
God’s Loving Embrace Diamond Pendant Necklace
Featuring a blue created-sapphire cross! Keeping his love close to the heart, this necklace is a gorgeous representation of faith. At the center is a genuine cultured freshwater pearl with a gorgeous blue created sapphire embellishing the center of the design and surrounded by a dozen genuine diamonds. Oh, how divine!
Sky Gazer Pendant Necklace
Featuring a blue created star sapphire! A sea of stars dancing across the midnight sky – that’s the kind of beauty this pendant necklace evokes! The stunning created star sapphire pendant is sure to delight any devoted sky gazer. It showcases a six-rayed, star-shaped pattern that seemingly dances across the stone. 3 genuine white topaz gemstones add to the sparkle!
Light of Grace Pendant Necklace
Featuring a blue created star sapphire! A mesmerizing symbol of faith, this necklace showcases a blue created star sapphire with a unique six-ray star-shaped pattern, accented by 4 more created sapphire stones for glamourous sparkle. The shiny cross is lined with 70 stunning genuine white topaz, creating a dazzling reflection of God’s love and guidance.
Sky Gazer Earrings
Featuring created star sapphires! A spectacular view of infinite cosmic beauty, these earrings showcase created star sapphires boast six-rayed star-shaped patterns that seemingly dance across the stones. Whenever light hits each earring, a beautiful star appears! These pierced-style earrings are also adorned with a total of 6 genuine white topaz, three on each earring, and feature coordinating solid sterling silver posts
If you liked our dazzling picks for Virgos, just wait until you see all our sapphire jewelry and our entire selection of birthstone jewelry available on our website. We invite you to take a peek today. In fact, we think sapphires look so great, you don’t even have to be a Virgo to enjoy them. What do you think?
8 Top Blue Sapphire Jewelry Gifts for Virgo by The Bradford Exchange
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