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Sapphire — meaning, properties & history
Sapphire
The ancient Persian stone of celestial wisdom and divine favour.
Physical Characteristics
Hardness
Mohs 9
Composition
Al₂O₃
Mineral Family
Corundum
Lustre
Vitreous
September birthstone
Associations
Planet
♄ Saturn, ♃ Jupiter
Zodiac
♉ Taurus, ♍ Virgo, ♎ Libra, ♐ Sagittarius
Element
Air, Water
Chakra
Throat, Third Eye
Birthstone
September
FromRs 21,000
Healing Properties
- Celestial wisdom
- Mental discipline
- Truth
- Spiritual insight
- Inner peace
- Loyalty
Colour
Royal blue
Cornflower blue
Deep indigo
About this Sapphire bracelet
The ancient Persian stone of celestial wisdom and divine favour.
History
Ancient Persians believed the earth rested upon a massive sapphire, whose brilliant reflection gave the sky its blue colour. Throughout the Middle Ages, the stone was traditionally worn by European clergy to symbolise heaven and attract divine blessings. In classical antiquity, it was widely used to protect wearers from envy and physical harm. The name originates from the Latin 'sapphirus' and the Greek 'sappheiros', both translating to blue stone.
Care
☽Moonlight♪Sound
⚠Harsh chemicals