Sapphire
Sapphire is a gemstone that has been prized for its beauty and healing properties for centuries. It is a variety of corundum, the same mineral that produces rubies. Sapphires can be found in a variety of colors, including blue, green, yellow, pink, and purple.
Healing Uses
Sapphires are said to have a number of healing properties. They are believed to help with:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Headaches
- Migraines
- Thyroid problems
- Eye problems
- Blood disorders
- Fevers
- Burns
- Infections
- Inflammation
- Pain
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Headaches
- Migraines
- Thyroid problems
- Eye problems
- Blood disorders
- Fevers
- Burns
- Infections
- Inflammation
- Pain
- Stress
Metaphysical Properties
Sapphires are also said to have a number of metaphysical properties. They are believed to help with:
- Spiritual growth
- Meditation
- Clarity of thought
- Communication
- Expression
- Creativity
- Inspiration
- Focus
- Concentration
- Memory
- Learning
- Wisdom
- Truth
- Justice
- Balance
- Harmony
- Peace
- Love
- Compassion
- Forgiveness
- Hope
- Faith
Zodiac
Sapphires are said to be the birthstone for September. They are also said to be a good gemstone for people born under the signs of Aquarius, Leo, and Pisces.
Physical Properties
Sapphires are a hard, durable gemstone. They have a Mohs hardness of 9, which is second only to diamonds. Sapphires are also transparent or translucent, and they can be faceted or cabochon cut.
Meanings
Sapphires have a variety of meanings. They are often associated with royalty, wisdom, and truth. Sapphires are also said to represent loyalty, sincerity, and faithfulness.
History
Sapphires have been prized for centuries. They were first mined in India, and they were later found in other parts of the world, including Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and Australia. Sapphires were used by ancient civilizations for jewelry and ornamentation. They were also believed to have magical and healing properties.
Today
Sapphires are still prized for their beauty and healing properties. They are used in jewelry, and they are also used in industrial applications, such as lasers and watches.
