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Sapphire

The name sapphire comes from Greek “sappheiros” and it refers to the gm variety of mineral corundum.

They are single crystal form of aluminum oxide. It is one of the varieties of corundum, the other being red ruby.

Sapphire may be colorless and also it occurs in non spectral shades gray and black. Pinkish-orange sapphire is known as padparadscha.
Sapphire founds naturally or it can be manufactured in large crystal boules. Its remarkable hardness helps to do many applications like infrared optical components, watch crystals, high durability windows and wafers for the deposition of semiconductors.

Precious Stone Sapphire

Color: Every Color, except red

Birthstone: September

Anniversary: 45th Year Stone

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Logan Sapphire

Pink Sapphire

The value of natural sapphire varies depending upon the color, clarity, size, cut, overall quality and also its geographic origin.

The deposits are largely found in Myanmar, Madagascar, Sri Lanka, Australia, Thailand, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tanzania, Kenya and China.

Sapphire can be treated by several methods to enhance its color and clarity

Ancient Persians believes that the earth rest on giant sapphire, its reflection result in sky color.

Mostly, blue sapphires were the popular choice for engagement and wedding rings.

Sapphire is the birthstone for people associated in the month of September

45th wedding anniversary is known as sapphire anniversary.