Sapphire

The term ‘sapphire’ is originated from the Sanskrit root ‘sani’ or Saturn. It is said that a hot bath of sapphire is highly effective for the sufferers of rheumatism. The magical powers of this gemstone relate back to the days of Hildegard von Bingen who used it successfully in treating those affected by the devil.

Legendary Significance

The Bible says that sapphire looks like the blue sky. According to the prophet Ezekiel, the firmament thronged by cherubims appears like the sapphire which looked just like a king’s throne. The Book of Revelations has it that sapphire is the material of the foundation stones of the New Jerusalem. It is said that sapphire receives its power from the sway of Saturn and had been highly regarded by the kings and monarchs of yore. Damigeron in 200 AD wrote that the gemstone had been blessed by the gods and kings wear it for protective purposes.

Properties for Healing

Sapphire is said to be highly effective for the nervous system as it controls the functioning of the thyroid gland. This is why it is used as a remedial for generating appetite and cardiac ailments. On a psychological note, sapphire consolidates the wearer’s confidence level allowing him to recuperate with weak conditions.

Charisma of Sapphire

The blue tinge of sapphire signifies faithfulness and belief, as well as the firmament, friendship and loyalty.

Connotation of Chakra

The stone is best and effective in the forehead chakra which is said to be the place of the third eye.

Suitable Star Signs

Blue sapphire is connected to Pisces; light blue to Taurus; yellow sapphire to Gemini and the star sapphire to Libra.

Uses and Application

These gemstones need to be and simultaneously recharged in sea salt. Avoid exposure to sunlight, if possible.

Quick Facts

Found: India, Myanmar, Australia, North America, Brazil

Colors: Generally blue or purple black, green or blue

Chemical Composition: Al2O3 + Ti, Fe

Density: 9

Availability: Jewelry cuts or for laying on the body

Crystallization: Sapphire belongs to the inflexible corundum family; it is a trigonal crystallized version of aluminum trioxide in gneiss, marble and slate. The color of the stone comes from metallic traces, especially the blue coning from titanium and iron