Stone of the month for September: sapphire

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Cultural history of sapphire

With its deep blue brilliance, sapphire was considered a symbol of loyalty, trust and protection. The ancient Greeks associated sapphire with Apollo, the sun god. They believed the stone guided and protected those who wore it. In Judeo-Christian tradition, sapphire is mentioned several times in the Bible, to symbolize purity, wisdom and truth. In addition, some Asian cultures attribute spiritual powers to sapphire, regarding it as a stone of healing and meditation. Over time, sapphire has remained a symbol of nobility, truth and wisdom. It has been used extensively for its values of loyalty, notably on engagement rings. Sapphire possesses a timeless aura of beauty and mystery that continues to fascinate and inspire.

September's jewel of the month

Limited Edition
Directly inspired by the stone of the month: sapphire

MATY

Necklace silver 925 sapphire 0.33 carat and zirconias 42cm

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A stone for every wedding anniversary!

The sapphire is a stone given to celebrate forty-five years of marriage! This gem is the object of a tradition that symbolizes the beauty, solidity and durability of the marital union. With its durability and strength, it's the perfect choice to represent the strength of the couple's union and their ongoing commitment to each other. Sapphire's deep blue color is often associated with trust, loyalty and serenity. The gift of a sapphire celebrates the depth of emotional bonding and peace of mind that characterize the marital relationship after more than four decades together.

Sapphire and the astrological dimension

Every natural stone can be worn by every zodiac sign, although some will be more sensitive to certain stones. The zodiac signs most sensitive to sapphire are : Virgo, Taurus, Sagittarius.

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Choose your legendary stone: a sapphire

A symbol of truth and fidelity, the sapphire is said to protect against evil spirits, making it a highly prized talisman for travelers in the past, and a good-luck charm to this day. Chosen for major commitments, sapphire is a beautiful stone to offer for an engagement proposal!

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Violet sapphire, cabochon shape, star, 6.85 ct

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Caring for and recharging your sapphire

Véronique,
gemmologist at MATY for 32 years, reveals her secrets...

To energetically recharge your stone, you can immerse it for a few hours in distilled water, then let it recharge in sunlight.

To clean your sapphire, use a soft cloth dampened with a little soapy water, or a small brush with soft bristles.