

Some of the most expensive variants are salmon, pink-orange, and orange-pink gemstones called padparadscha. The gemstones of the non-blue variety are called fancy. However, this gem’s range of beauty calls to more people than just azure lovers, as it comes in many color variants (and even multicolored). If you love blue stones, a sapphire is a perfect choice. Sapphires stand out among other minerals thanks to their color and hardness. People appreciate blue sapphires the most. With KLENOTA jewels, however, you’re sure to find the name pink sapphire in our collections. Even expertly trained gemologists can’t agree on whether a pink corundum should be called a pink sapphire or a light red ruby. The hotly debated exception is the red ruby. Sapphires are usually blue all of the non-blue stones are the so-called fancy sapphires, with one exception. They protect their wearer, and their protection is thought to be so strong that the protection remains even when you take the stone off.Ĭorundum covers the whole range of colors with its variants. For centuries, people believed they bring calmness and wisdom to one’s mind. They are symbols of fidelity, honesty, and truth. It’s also said that sapphires watch over the people born in September. However, it is also compatible with Scorpios, Aries, Leos, and Sagittarians. In modern studies of the zodiac, the sapphire is found to be beneficial for Tauruses, as it is as simultaneously persistent and fragile as they are. Hinduists associated the padparadscha sapphire (the name means “a lotus flower”) with the highest caste, Brahmans, which it is supposed to protect. For example, nilamani is a name used for a blue gemstone, Jalneelam are stones with the color of light blue water, and indranila are dark blue Kashmir sapphires. And that’s how the so-called star sapphire came into existence.Įach color variant has its own unique name which is used in Asia to this day. It had a shiny blue color with the celestial reflection of the star. When an animal attacked the hunter one evening, he used his boomerang and hit the star, and a chip of it fell at his feet. He hunted with a boomerang, and he fell in love with a star that he admired in the sky every evening. One legend from Sri Lanka tells the story of a man who was an excellent hunter. Persians used to believe that the Earth was supported by a large sapphire and the sky blue color of the atmosphere is its reflection. A sapphire ring and matching earrings or a pendant is a sure-fire idea for a present not only on this occasion but on all the days you want to show your partner a little love. Traditionally, the 45 th wedding anniversary is called a sapphire wedding. It is also mentioned in legends of various nations. Its name comes from the Greek sappheiros, derived from the Hebrew sappire, which means “blue.” It was famous in ancient times, and it adorns a lot of jewelry from ancient empires. The mysterious sapphire, like the ruby, is a variety of corundum.
