The October birthstone, previously the pretty but fragile pink tourmaline, has received a well timed update in the pink sapphire, a stronger, more suitable gemstone to use in eternity and stackable birthstone bands. This new October birth stone brings to mind the vivid, beautiful hue of the prior gem while employing modern practicality. In folklore, the October birth stone was cherished as it was believed to promote creative thinking in the wearers, and given to signify hope. This conjunction of strength & value-- pink sapphires are the strongest naturally pink gem stone other than the exceptionally rare pink diamonds & are significantly more attainable-- set them apart as the obvious choice as modern October birth stones.