Sapphire

Basic Information

The word Sapphire is derived from the Greek word “sappheiros” which means “precious stone” and the sapphire is one of 4 precious gemstones in the Corundum family. Sapphire has been credited with profound powers such as the ability to protect the wearer against poisons and evil spirits.

Sapphire occurs readily in sizes up to 2 carats, and yet, it is not unusual to see gemstones in sizes of 5 to 15 carats.

Locations Found

It is found in many parts of the world, but the most prized Sapphires are from Myanmar (Burma), Kashmir and Sri Lanka.

Specifications
Colour: White, Colorless, Blue, Green, Yellow, Orange, Brown, Pink, Purple, Gray, Black, Multicolored
Hardness: 9
Refractive Index: 1.76 to 1.78
Specific Gravity: 3.9 to 4.1