Gorgeous deep blue Sapphires are the birthstone for September. A symbol of truth, sincerity, and faithfulness, sapphire is said to help with mental clarity. Sapphire is considered a precious stone.
Color:
Can range in hues, from colorless to blue, grey, black, yellow, pink, purple, orange, brown, and green variations. Blue sapphire with distinctly violet undertones is especially valued. There’s also a rare variety of sapphire that changes colors altogether according to the light.
Source:
Madagascar is the primary source of sapphires. But it can also be found in India, Australia, Thailand, Pakistan, Kenya, China, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, and the US.
Age: It became known as a gemstone around Roman times.
Family: Corundum
Hardness: 9 on the Mohs scale
Gemstone Properties/Healing Properties:
Associated with faithfulness and sincerity, sapphires are said to induce mental clarity and perception. It also helps one get rid of negative thinking patterns. Health-wise, it’s also helpful with sore throats and diseases of the blood.
Fun Facts/Stories:
Prince Charles’ chose a sapphire engagement ring when he proposed to Princess Diana.
There is an ancient myth that says that Earth rests upon a giant sapphire and that the sky is a reflection of this stone.
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