SAPPHIRE

ARCHANGELS:

Michael and Raziel

COLOURS:

Blue, yellow, green, black and semi-transparent purple

THE ORIGINS:

Origin and distribution of sapphire

Sapphire has been valued since ancient times throughout the world, both as an ornament and for its symbolic meaning. It is found in historical jewellery and in stories from various cultures. The most famous areas for its mining are: Australia, Thailand, India, Madagascar and especially Sri Lanka, where some of the most beautiful and rare specimens come from, such as the famous Star of India, now on display in New York.
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Historical and symbolic significance

The name comes from the Greek "sappheiros" = blue

For Greeks and Romans it was a sacred stone, linked to the gods and truth

Middle Ages: called "bishop's stone" for its spirituality

The Persians believed that the earth was reflected in the blue of the sapphire
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Symbolism of the Blue Colour

Blue recalls the broader and deeper elements of nature: sky, sea, horizon. It is a colour that conveys calm, depth and wisdom, but also trust and loyalty. Blue sapphire embodies these qualities, representing intuition, spirituality and the desire for truth.
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Chakra:

4th Centre ANAHATA - the heart, (improves relationships with others)

5th VISHUDDHA - the centre of the throat, (promotes communication)

6th AJNA - third eye, (enhances inner awareness).

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PROPERTIES, CHARACTERISTICS AND BENEFITS:

Physical properties:

Physical characteristics

• It belongs to the corundum family

• Chemical formula: Al₂O₃ with traces of iron and titanium

• Hardness: 9 on the Mohs scale (right after diamond)

• Silky sheen due to inclusions ("silk" effect)

• Sometimes shows birefringence, which slightly alters the colour

• Cut into cabochons, it can show the "star" (asterism) effect
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Mineralogical Characteristics

• Composition: hydrated silica (similar to quartz but with water).

• System: Amorphous.

• Hardness: 5.5 to 6.5 Mohs.

• Colour: Varies from white, black, pink, blue, orange.

• Main origin: Australia, Ethiopia, Mexico.
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Sapphire is a stone related to protection, purification and balance. In ancient times it was used by noble families to protect themselves from evil. Today it is widely used in work spaces to promote harmony, creativity and self-control.

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Energetic and spiritual properties

Spiritual and psychological benefits

In crystal therapy, sapphire is valued for many qualities:

• Stimulates creativity

• Strengthens the body and nervous system
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Effects on the psyche

Blue sapphire is ideal for those seeking spiritual development without losing connection with reality. It helps to:

• Relax and focus

• Follow your inner path

• Set and achieve goals

• Mitigate depression and anxiety

• Promote mental clarity, memory and determination

• Increase self-control, clarity and concentration

• Helps against anxiety, stress and insecurity

Makes it easier to deal with changes and make decisions. Symbolically it represents loyalty, wisdom, communication and mutual understanding.

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Physical effects: Body

Benefits

• Nervous system: Strengthens nerves, is useful in cases of neuralgia, dizziness, schizophrenia and stress.

• Psychosomatic disorders: Relieves headaches, insomnia, back pain and bowel disorders.

• Detoxifying and cooling effect: Helps in cases of fever, inflammation, high blood pressure, skin problems and summer fevers.

• Sleep and relaxation: Placing sapphire between the eyebrows before sleeping can improve sleep quality.

• Detoxifying for blood and lungs

• Natural remedy for: fever, inflammation, headache, back pain, skin problems

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Sapphire colours

Sapphire is not just blue! The different colours depend on the elements present:

• Blue: iron + titanium (the most famous and in demand)

• Pink: presence of chromium

• Yellow, green, white, black

• Padparadscha: very rare pink-orange variety, highly prized

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Value and rarity

The price varies depending on:

• Purity

• Origin (Kashmir, Sri Lanka...)

• Colour (deep blue and "velvet blue" the most expensive)

• Approximate price: from €400 up to thousands per carat

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CLEANING AND RECHARGING:

Use and purification

Cleansing: Immersion in water and salt for a few hours, or with Reiki, amethyst or rock crystal.

Recharging: Exposure to moonlight (avoid direct sunlight). When the stone breaks or loses energy, it is recommended to return it to nature.

Recharges with moonlight or on quartz druse

Better to wear it in contact with the skin

Useful during meditation and introspection