Blue Sapphire Stone: Virtues of Blue Sapphire
The therapeutic and medicinal virtues of Sapphire seem to have been recognized since Antiquity . On a psychic level, Sapphire is considered one of the most powerful spiritual stones.
- Origin of the name: From the Latin name “sapphirus” and derived from the Greek “sappheiros” meaning “blue”
- Group belonging to: Oxides
- Color(s): Blue, royal blue, deep blue
- Symbol: Purity
- Hardness: 9
- Main deposits: Brazil, the United States, Sri Lanka, Burma, China, Thailand and India
- Chemical composition: Aluminum oxide
- Day of the week: Wednesday
Varieties of Blue Sapphire
When we simply talk about “Sapphire”, we always mean blue Sapphires. But there are also Sapphires of other colors, which are then called “fancy sapphire” or “colored sapphire”. Traces of elements such as chromium, iron and titanium cause the appearance of blue , green, orange, red, purple and yellow tones, and combinations of these colors. There are also color changing sapphires.
Another variety of Sapphire is the Star Sapphire . Asterism is caused by the reflection of light from parallel acicular inclusions. Six-pointed stars are the standard for sapphires, but sometimes there can be twelve-pointed stars.
The Padparadsha Sapphire , which you can see in a photo a little higher on the page, is the only Sapphire with its own variety denomination. Other Sapphires are generally made up of the name of their color (Blue Sapphire, Orange Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Ceylon Sapphire, Sapphire tinted with purple...).
The rarity of the gems of this Padparadscha Sapphire as well as its sublime pink and orange colors make it a stone very popular with stone collectors but also with the greatest jewelers.
Be careful not to confuse what we call "Water Sapphire" with a real Sapphire. In fact, “Water Sapphire” is in fact Cordierite, better known under the name Iolite. The confusion between its two stones comes from its color which at first glance resembles a Sapphire.
Benefits and virtues of Blue Sapphire
Modern lithotherapy attributes to the precious stone an image of truth , wisdom and harmony . It is recommended to calm angry and impatient temperaments , bring serenity, calm and clairvoyance to the emotions . It intervenes on all the chakras.
Against physical ailments
- Relieves migraines and headaches
- Soothes rheumatic pain , sciatica
- Regenerates skin , nails and hair
- Treats fever and inflammation
- Strengthens the venous system
- Regulates blood effusions
- Relieves sinusitis , bronchitis
- Improves vision problems, particularly conjunctivitis
- Stimulates vitality
- It is used as an elixir to relieve headaches and earaches, purify the skin, fight acne and strengthen nails and hair.
On the psyche and relationships
- Promotes spiritual elevation , inspiration and meditation
- Calms mental activity
- Calms anger
- Encourages dynamism
- Lift the fear
- Stimulates concentration , creativity
- Soothes depressive states
- Restores joy of life, enthusiasm
- Develops self-confidence and perseverance
- Regulates hyperactivity
- Increases passions
- Strengthens will , courage
- Promotes sleep and positive dreams
Chakras
On the karmic level, Sapphire would be favorable to all chakras .
However, the preferred Chakras of Sapphire, according to some, would rather be the Summit Chakra and the Third Eye Chakra , especially because of the exceptional spiritual properties and extra-sensory faculties of the stone.
Astrological signs
Sapphire is the astrological stone of the Taurus sign . This gem perfectly represents the festival of colors and smells found in spring, the period to which Taurus are native .
In Chinese astrology, Sapphire is attributed to the rabbit or the cat . Cautious by nature, Rabbit or Cat think carefully before making any decision and never endanger their personal comforts. They thus avoid any conflict situation and they can sometimes be criticized for being superficial.
Recharging and purification
The Saphir can be cleaned normally, ultrasonically or using a steam cleaner. Like all stones, especially valuable ones, you will need to clean your stone carefully .
Although Sapphire is a resistant stone, avoid chemicals and use a good old dry cloth.
Meaning and history of the Blue Sapphire
The word sapphire from the Greek “sappheiros” means “blue”. The Greeks and Romans used sapphires from Sri Lanka in the 5th century BCE. The Egyptians revered and considered the Sapphire stone as sacred and indicative of justice and truth and the Persians believed that the blue of the sky resulted from its reflections. For the Catholic Church, the Sapphire stone is a symbol of purity, and cardinals wore it as a ring on their right hand.
In ancient times
The Sapphire stone is mentioned in the Old Testament . The Tablets of the Law would have been made of Sapphire, but not as a material, rather on a spiritual level because it would represent Moses' vision of God. We better understand the celestial and divine symbolism of the stone. The color blue is always associated with celestial and divine power among the Greeks and Romans. The Sapphire stone of Antiquity does not always correspond to the one we know, because the descriptions of the Greeks designated blue stones with golden dots corresponding rather to Lapis Lazuli. Different peoples associated the intensity of the color with a supposed sex of the stone: a dark blue Sapphire would be male and a paler female.
In the Middle Ages
In the 4th century, the Franks and Visigoths brought with them a complex goldsmithing technique, cloisonné, which consists of creating fine spaces with copper or gold to accommodate stones. The Catholic Church associates the stone with divine purity and the Virgin Mary. According to legend, the King of England Edward the Confessor offered his ring to a beggar, who became Saint John the Evangelist. Stories report that a giant sapphire of incredible beauty is found in the former home of Mary, converted into a rich basilica over the centuries. At the Louvre is exhibited a religious work decorated with sapphires and dating from the 15th century , bearing the image of Joan of Navarre. Gems at the time adorned jewelry (sapphire pendant, bracelet, necklace, etc.) and objects such as hanaps, large glasses in the shape of vases.
Modern times
The Grand Sapphire of Louis XIV is an intense blue piece of 135 carats , coming from Ceylon and probably offered. Its shape has long suggested that it was a rough stone, but it was certainly recut. Legend has it that it was discovered by a seller of wooden spoons in Bengal, and then belonged to an Italian prince named Ruspoli. In reality, there are two distinct stones. The Black Star of Queensland or black star sapphire was found by a young boy in Australia. The stone is ignored until it is sold to a jeweler who reveals its beauty by cutting it. With its 733 carats, it is estimated today at 100 million dollars.
Traditions of the Blue Sapphire stone
Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome : Sapphire was the sacred stone of truth and justice.
Moses : God would have engraved the tables of the law in sapphire.
East : Sapphire is the stone of intuitive knowledge and the irrational as opposed to rational intelligence.
Solomon : His seal was made of sapphire and used it to chain demons to take them to the celestial spheres.
Sapphire Wedding : 16 years of marriage.
The Elixirs
Sapphire elixir elevates the human being and allows their subtle bodies to vibrate with the aim of spiritual healing .
On a physical level, the digestive system is strengthened, making it possible to evacuate what numbs and tires the body's workings. This elixir facilitates the energy intake of necessary nutrients and allows their assimilation. It stimulates the pituitary gland and the solar plexus.
On an emotional and spiritual level, sapphire elixir clarifies thought, facilitates concentration of the mind, stimulates inspiration and allows spiritual opening through a different vision.
