Sapphire

Sapphire is a precious gem variety of the mineral corundum, distinguished by its rich blue hue. It forms in prismatic, tabular and bipyramidal crystals displaying a vitreous to greasy luster. Trace amounts of iron and titanium cause the blue color saturation. Sapphire has a Mohs hardness of 9.

Blue sapphire symbolizes wisdom, loyalty and spiritual truths. It facilitates meditation and enhances psychic abilities and inner vision. Sapphire also boosts mental clarity, focus and determination. It releases unwanted thoughts and calms the mind.

In crystal healing, sapphire alleviates pain, fever and bleeding. It stimulates cell regeneration and benefits the eyes, thyroid and blood disorders. Sapphire aligns the throat chakra and also purifies the mind. It helps manifest one’s true potential and highest truths.