About Sapphire Stone
A Sapphire in Your Hand, Royalty in Your Soul!
- Sapphire is one of the two precious gemstones from the Corundum family. This precious gemstone has gained a lot of popularity and fame over the past. Its rich history and tremendous fan following come in almost all shades of the rainbow other than red. Some Sapphires exhibit the colour change phenomenon, which means they reflect blue colour during the day and are fluorescent to purple under incandescent light.
- Sapphires other than blue are also termed fancy colours and are scarce, most commonly gray, black, or brown coloured stones. This is one of the most romantic gemstones known for providing a lot of love, wealth, and fame. These huge ranges of colours attract a lot of gem and jewellery enthusiasts who want the perfect combination of tradition and class. Corundum is also valued for the asterism or the star effect phenomena - it appears as a six-ray pattern across a cabochon-cut stone’s curved surface.
Types of Sapphire Stone
Sapphires, the regal gems of the Corundum family, come in stunning varieties, each holding unique symbolism. From the protective Blue Sapphire to the prosperous Yellow Sapphire, green sapphire, the love-infused Pink Sapphire, and the rare colour-Change Sapphire, each gem exudes luxury, astrological power, and timeless charm.
Blue Sapphire Stone
For centuries, blue sapphire gemstones have been seen as a symbol of heaven. They are considered as a guardian stone, a bestower of truth, and a provider of health and wealth. This precious gemstone of the Corundum family is believed to bring a lot of joy, prosperity, inner peace, and protection. They signify the height of celestial faith and hope during the ancient times. Indian astrology prescribes Neelam stone for Makar (Capricorn) and Kumbh (Aquarius) rashi, Western astrology recommends blue sapphire for Libra.
Yellow Sapphire Stone
This variety of Sapphire represents divine grace and power. Also known as a Pukhraj Stone, It is tagged as one of the safest gemstones. A yellow Sapphire is closely associated with the planet Jupiter - the most powerful planet in the Universe. It is important to ensure that Jupiter is favorably placed in one’s birth chart before wearing this auspicious gemstone. Indian astrology suggests a Pukhraj gemstone for Sagittarius (Dhanu) and Pisces (Meen) zodiac signs. Western astrology recommends it for Sagittarius.
White Sapphire Stone
This variety of Sapphire represents prosperity and fortune. Also known as Safed Pukhraj, this rare variety of Sapphire is astrologically associated with the brightest planet Venus. White sapphire is also closely associated with the Chakra System of our human body i.e., the Crown Chakra also known as the Sahasrara Chakra. This chakra connects us with larger consciousness and attunes our body with the greater cosmic frequency. The birthstone for the Gemini, Taurus and Libra ascendants can wear this gemstone.
Pink Sapphire Stone
This variety of Sapphire represents love and is called as a symbol of love. Also known as Gulabi Pukhraj in Hindi, it is associated with the planet Sun (Surya). Vedic astrology recommends Gulabi Pukhraj ratna for Simha (Leo) rashi, western astrology prescribes a Pink Sapphire birthstone for the Libra zodiac sign. However, ascendants of Aries, Sagittarius, Pisces, and Scorpio can also wear a natural Pink Sapphire gem. Pink Sapphire is also an astrological substitute for Ruby stone.
Purple/Violet Sapphire Stone
This variety of Sapphire is related to the higher mind, intuition, and self-mastery. Also known as Violet Sapphire, Plum Sapphire, Khooni Sapphire, and Raktambar Neelam (Rakt means blood and Ambar means sky). It is associated with the karmic planet 'Saturn' aka Lord Shani. Indian astrologers recommend Purple Sapphire gemstone for the Virgo Zodiac Sign.
Star Sapphire Stone
This variety of Sapphire represents destiny, faith, and hope. It showcases a star-like effect known as asterism on the gemstone’s surface when viewed under a direct light source.
Colour Change Sapphire Stone
This is an exceptionally rare and allured gemstone known for adding a special dimension to the Corundum family of gemstones. It is one of the fancy sapphires, profoundly allured for its colour-changing ability. Because of its captivating appearance, rare nature, and beautiful colour, it is desired as a good source of investment along with being a great choice to make wonderful jewellery pieces.