Sapphire
Sapphire is a precious gemstone known for its remarkable hardness and brilliant luster. Typically found in shades of blue ranging from light sky blue to deep navy, sapphires can also occur in other colors such as pink, yellow, green, purple, and orange. Its crystal structure and clarity often give sapphire a transparent to translucent appearance, allowing light to reflect and refract within the gemstone, enhancing its sparkle and allure in jewelry.
Birthstone & Zodiac: Sapphire is the birthstone for the month of September. It is associated with the Zodiac signs Virgo (August 23 - September 22) and Libra (September 23 - October 22)
Physical and Emotional Balance: Sapphire is believed to promote overall health and vitality, supporting the immune system and enhancing mental clarity. Is thought to foster inner peace, wisdom, and mental discipline, aiding in concentration and promoting a sense of calmness and emotional stability.
Origin: Sapphires originate from various countries including Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Madagascar, Australia, and parts of Africa, formed deep within the Earth's crust under specific geological conditions.
Mohs Hardness: 9
Zafiro
Apariencia: Translúcido a transparente.
Azul aciano (el más valioso) a azul marino oscuro.
Los zafiros azules con tonos secundarios de púrpura, violeta y verde son de buena calidad.
Algunos zafiros pulidos pueden aparecer con una apariencia de estrella llamada "zafiros estrella". (Pueden existir de 6 a 12 estrellas)
Piedra natal por mes y zodíaco: septiembre/Virgo y Libra
Hechos : La más preciosa y valiosa de las piedras preciosas azules .
Logan Sapphire es uno de los zafiros azules con calidad de gema "facetados" más grandes que existen. Ubicado en el Museo de Historia Nacional, Washington, DC
Tercero después del diamante en dureza (segundo moissanita).
Tradicionalmente se da para celebrar el quinto, séptimo ( amarillo ), décimo (azul) y 45 años de matrimonio.
Equilibrio físico y emocional: Pureza y sabiduría; Serenidad- para calmar, aliviar el estrés y disminuir la tensión; Para disminuir la distracción y la negatividad; Proteccion.
Origen: EE. UU., Australia Oriental, Tailandia, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, China, Madagascar, África Oriental
Dureza Mohs: 9
