Blue sapphire is a precious gemstone that is a variety of corundum, a mineral made of aluminum oxide
Blue sapphires are made of corundum, aluminum oxide, and trace amounts of iron and titanium. The iron and titanium impurities in the corundum give blue sapphires their color
Blue sapphires are very durable, ranking 9 out of 10 on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness
Blue sapphires can range in color from pale baby blue to rich royal blue. The most prized color is a strong, vivid, velvety blue to violetish-blue.
Blue sapphires are dichroic stones, meaning their color changes depending on the angle from which you view them.
Blue sapphires are considered symbols of love, loyalty, power, and wisdom. In Buddhism, they represent the Third Eye of Buddha and are seen as a symbol of spiritual enlightenment and inner peace
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Sapphire is a precious gemstone, formed from a mineral called corundum. Blue sapphires get their colour from titanium and iron trace elements. On the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, blue sapphire rates 9 out of 10, so it is a very durable gem. The word 'sapphire' comes from the Greek word sapphirus which means blue.