History
- The name Sapphire comes from the Greek word "Sappherios", meaning "blue". Sapphire is a type of the mineral Corundum. The name Korund comes from the word "Kuruvindam", meaning "Ruby Sapphire". Natural Sapphires are quite pale and have a bright colour. Only a small percentage of Sapphires show vivid and intense colours without additional treatments. The coloured Sapphire is often referred to as the "Fancy Sapphire". "Fancy Sapphire is usually traded under specific names such as Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire or Violet Sapphire.
- Synonyms, old names, trade names: Leucosapphire, Oriental Amethyst, Oriental Emerald, Oriental Topaz, Padparadscha...
Medicinal * Metaphysical properties
- pain, depression, spirituality, hyperactivity, pituitary gland, hormones, honesty, blood pressure, kidneys, peace, wisdom, indecisiveness, balance, truth, rheumatism, radiation, heart, fear, telepathy, joy, will, fever, loyalty, nerves, bile...
** The healing and metaphysical properties of the stones listed are compiled from several different sources. The information is provided as a service only and not for the treatment of disease. Moirai.si does not guarantee the full validity of the information provided.
Features of the mineral
| Chemical composition | AI2O3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Hardness (Mohs) | 9 |
| Density | 4.00-4.10 |
| Refractive index | 1.760-1.772 |
| Crystal system | Trigonal |
Origin and sources of the mineral
- Myanmar, Sri Lanka, India, Australia, Africa, Cambodia, Brazil and USA .
Care
- Simply clean the sapphire with a soft cloth or brush and warm, soapy water and rinse well to remove any soapy residue. Sapphire can change colour in high heat, so avoid large fluctuations in temperature. Also avoid using any type of harsh household chemicals and cleaners, including bleach or acid, as these chemicals can cause corrosion. It is best to store stone jewellery and the stones themselves in a cloth-covered box or wrapped in cloth separately from other stones to prevent self-damage and possible scratches.
- It is advisable not to wear jewellery during major physical activities such as exercise or sports. Avoid spraying perfume and hairspray directly on your jewellery and stones.
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