Sapphire has long symbolized truth, sincerity and faithfulness. Tradition holds that Moses was given the Ten Commandments on tablets of sapphire, though now it's believed they were actually lapis lazuli. Because sapphires represent divine favor, they were the gem stone for kings and high priest. The British Crown Jewels are full of large blue sapphires, the symbol of pure and wise rulers. Sapphire is the birthstone for September.
Ancients believe the cool blue of sapphire, had calming effects.
They used it as a remedy for eye ailments and as a charm against swelling, boils, ruptures, melancholy and other physical problems. Care Sapphire jewelry can be cleaned with mild jewelry cleaner or in an ultrasonic jewelry cleaning machine. Even though the stone is among the most durable of all gem stones, care should be taken to protect the stone from knocks or blows which could damage to the stone.