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PINK SAPPHIRES

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  A pink sapphire Belonging to the corundum mineral family, pink sapphires have traces of magnesium, copper, iron etc Sometimes, or is difficult to differentiate between a pink sapphire and a ruby, this may involve a gemologist.     A purplish pink sapphire Pink sapphires are perfect for engagement rings, traditionally given on the 5th and 45th wedding anniversaries. This posh stone helps those who're looking for love immensely. It helps make one's sun stronger, thereby rendering more appeal to one.  They are rarer than blue sapphires and can be extremely expensive. While pink sapphires are rare they are hardly as costly as pink diamonds.   An orangey Pink sapphire  Pink sapphires come in different shades including; light, purplish pink, orangey Pink sapphires. Deeper hues tends to be more valuable.    A purplish pink sapphire ring Pink sapphires symbolize different things such as good fortune, power...

YELLOW SAPPHIRES

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     A yellow sapphire Yellow Sapphires are canary-coloured sapphire options (blue, black, pink, white, green, orange...) They are made up of iron and colour centers present in the gem. Warmer toned metals like rose and yellow gold complement the sun-kissed hues of these sapphires. A yellow sapphire ring Yellow sapphires can range from greenish yellow to orangish yellow. The preferred yellow sapphire sapphire colour is the medium, vibrant canary yellow. Yellow sapphires resemble yellow diamonds, and tend to have fewer incursions than pink or blue sapphires. A greenish and orangish yellow sapphires As powerful stones they have myriad of positive effects on a body and mind when worn properly. Yellow sapphires are growing in value so they are safe investments!! They are not expensive, with the average price of a 1 carat yellow sapphire being $420 Found in Thailand, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Australia, Burma etc.

White sapphires

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   A white sapphire A white sapphire is any gem quality corundum that's colourless or white. Natural sapphires are  extremely rare. Fun fact:  Most white sapphires are not really white. White sapphires usually have blemishes. They also attract much dirt, which means one has to clean it more often.       A white sapphire Cost wise, they are the least expensive of all sapphire options.

PURPLE SAPPHIRES

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Purple sapphires are gemstones, also known as violet sapphires or plum sapphire, is a precious gem derived out of the corundum family. Purple sapphires always have purple as the dominant colour. They range from medium to dark reddish purple to violetish purple, with a weak to vivid colour saturation. They are rare and a regal delight. Worn for protection, good fortune and spiritual insight, violet brings the wisdom of spiritual awakening. It symbolizes nobility, truth, sincerity, and faithfulness. Purple sapphires are widely believed to negate unnecessary worries. It promotes stability. The stone is known to have a calming effect, known for strengthening the veins, and helps in dealing with blood related disorders. Purple sapphires are usually priced higher than yellows and greens but below blue sapphires. Cost ranges from $331 to $45600

MEDICAL USES OF SAPPHIRES

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  A pink sapphire Ancient Egyptians used sapphires for eye washes. It was also believed to reduce the outbreaks of rage, considered good for treating hysteria and mental illness.   A White sapphire During the 12th-14th centuries, members of the Christian clergy became interested in Lithotherapy, Blue sapphires were thought to increase lifespan, and end nightmares, nosebleeds and headaches when placed on the forehead. Known for stimulating concentration and enhancing purity and depth of thought. It releases depression, unwanted thoughts and confusion. Thanks to it's calming effects, it is believed to help slow down the mind and serve as a natural relief for those who struggle with insomnia.  sapphire Also known for boosting the immune system, said to calm over reactive body systems and treat disorders. Hiccups, allergies, rheumatism, biliousness and cancer are said to be treated by sapphires. They are also associated with the cure epilep...

WHAT DO SAPPHIRES SYMBOLIZE?

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    A black sapphire Sources say that sapphires are believed to symbolize virtue, good fortune, holiness for royals, gifts!   orange sapphires Known as the stone of NEW love and commitment, it is useful in encouraging loyalty.  Sapphires symbolize truth, wisdom, and good health. They also symbolize honesty.  Sapphire ring. When sapphires are given as an engagement ring, it means  sincerity and faithfulness.  It is associated with royalty . Believed to attract abundance and gifts!  A green sapphire pendant. For centuries, sapphires are seen as a symbol of the heavens, a guardian of innocence, a bestower of truth, and a preserver.

BELIEFS ASSOCIATED WITH SAPPHIRES 💙💙

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    A green sapphire ring  A traditional Hindu belief holds that Sapphires causes the planet Saturn to be favourable to the wearer. An Italian superstition holds that Sapphires are amulets against eye problems and melancholy. Pope Innocent III decreed that rings of bishops be made of gold, set with an ungraved Sapphire.     Helen of Troy Helen of Troy (12th century BC) owned a large star sapphire, which was believed to to hold the key to her desirability! The famous seal of Solomon (c. 1000-931 BC) was an inscribed Sapphire.    Seal of Solomon Arabian Kings were known to wear Sapphires against injuries and badluck. In medieval times, the gemstone was used in infidelity tests!    An Arabian king  The early christains saw sapphires as representing heaven and eternal life.   The ten commandments Moses ten commandments is believed to be written on tablets of Sapphire. Sailors w...