A Guide To September’s Birthstone – Sapphire

September 1, 2025Birthstones, SapphiresBirthstone, Blue Sapphires, Pink Sapphires, SeptemberMark Johnson

What is Sapphire? September’s birthstone, Sapphire, endures as a symbol of wisdom, loyalty, and protection—and no one captures its enduring beauty quite like Serendipity Diamonds. From timeless sapphire engagement rings to delicate pendants that celebrate life’s milestones, Serendipity Diamonds showcases this iconic gem with craftsmanship and storytelling that make it a natural authority for anyone Read the full article…

About Mark Johnson

Mark founded Isle of Wight jewellers Serendipity Diamonds in 2007 after a career on the polished diamonds industry. Today he works in the Serendipity showroom, helping clients with jewellery, creating handmade designs and updating their two jewellery websites SerendipityDiamonds.com and Isle-of-Wight-Jewellery.co.uk

Pale Blue Sapphires vs Medium Blue Sapphires

March 22, 2016GemstonesBlue SapphiresMark Johnson

The Gatsby design, shown with a pale Cornflower blue sapphire surrounded by diamonds. Cheap vs Expensive Sapphires Buyers who are familiar with sapphires usually appreciate the enormous difference that one blue sapphire can possess compared to another. A large proportion of sapphires sold in jewellery are lower quality, commercial grade gemstones suitable for cheaper jewellery. You’ve probably seen small Read the full article…