The sapphire is a gemstone of enchantment and prestige, admired for its vivid colors, brilliance, and exceptional durability (9 Mohs). Though best known for its deep royal blue, sapphire occurs in a stunning range of hues, including pink, yellow, green, purple, and orange, with the rare Padparadscha sapphire displaying an exquisite blend of pink and sunset orange.
For centuries, sapphire has been a symbol of wisdom, divine favor, and destiny. In ancient Persia, it was believed that the sky itself was painted blue by the reflection of a massive sapphire beneath the Earth. In medieval Europe, sapphires adorned the robes of kings and clergy, believed to grant divine protection. One of the most famous historical sapphires, the “Star of India,” is a breathtaking 563-carat gem with a celestial star-like effect, housed in the American Museum of Natural History.
Mined primarily in Burma (Myanmar), Sri Lanka, Madagascar, and Thailand, with each source offering unique characteristics, this extraordinary gem continues to fascinate, carrying an air of mystique and regality that transcends time.