Sapphire
Sapphire is from the corundum family and is not
only blue, but ranges from violet, green, yellow, orange, pink,
and purple. These other colors are generally known as fancy
sapphires. The only color that is not a sapphire from the
corundum family is red (which is ruby). The legends behind
sapphire are many. Kings in ancient times believed it protected
them from harm and envy. The Persians believed that the earth
rested on a great sapphire, the color of which was reflected to
give the sky its blue color. It was also the symbol of truth
and constancy.
Wedding Anniversary:
15th – Blue Sapphire
30th – Fancy Color Sapphire
50th – Golden Sapphire
Astrological Sign: Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 23)
R.I.: 1.762 – 1.770
S.G.: 4.00 (+ .10, -. 05)
Hardness: 9
Toughness: Good
Care: Normal
Enhancements: Heated to produce or intensify color, make color
uniform, or lighten stones
Principle Sources: Australia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Burma
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