SAPPHIRE

Sapphire is a variety of corundum, an aluminum oxide. Although commonly known for being dark blue, Sapphire is found in a diversity of colors. It forms in prismatic, bipyramidal, tabular, or rhombohedral crystals. Sapphire is mined in multiple localities around the world with the most abundant source currently being Australia.

Sapphire is a stone of intuition and meditation. It is associated with the third eye and throat chakras, as well as the zodiac sign Gemini. Sapphire is said to facilitate clearer self-expression and mental clarity. It can assist in opening one’s throat chakra. It has also been known to have a calming and balancing effect on the nervous system. Historically, Sapphire has been used for protection from evil. In past times, magicians were said to have used Sapphire for directing their powers. Sapphire may also be useful in manifesting greater material wealth, as it has properties that attract fortune and prosperity.