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Sapphire
Sapphire is the non-red variety of the mineral Corundum (Ruby is the red variety). Although blue is considered the normal color for sapphires, they can be found in a full range of colors. Those other than blue in color are considered fancy color sapphires
BIRTHSTONE: Sapphire is the traditional birthstone for the month of September.
WEDDING ANNIVERSARY: Sapphire is the accepted gem for the 4th, the 45th and the 70th Jubilee wedding anniversaries.
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