Magical Gemstone Properties

Energy: Receptive
Element: Water
Planet: Saturn
Deities: Apollo
Powers:  Psychic Power, Defensive Magic, Prosperity

Sapphire is corundum, all corundum that is not colored red (which is Ruby) is referred to as Sapphire; although the name generally eludes to the stone which is a dark shade of blue. There are but trace amounts of minerals which separate this crystal into different gemstones. Corundum is an aluminum oxide crystal that became included with a variety of minerals to produce a rainbow of colors. Chromium will turn the crystal red, classifying it as a Ruby.

Sapphires can help one work to achieve material dreams and desires, as well as sustain wealth once it is acquired. It will also be of assistance in keeping a balanced perspective, allowing one to better organize the thought processes, ensuring continued success as one’s material situation evolves. Said to attract gifts of all kinds and to bring general prosperity.

Sapphire is considered a very powerful amulet – it protects against envy and perfidy, strengthens memory, awakens a thirst for knowledge, arouses inspiration. That is why it is often called a “talisman of wisdom”. Ancient Teutons believed that it helps to achieve victory, but only to those whose thoughts are pure. Sapphire protects against evil eye and curses. Even if the stone will be sold, lost, or presented to somebody, it will continue to render positive influence on the former owner, assist magic force is enormous. As a talisman of wisdom, sapphire grants secret authority to its wearer, promotes spiritual development, guards against slander.

Wearing a ring or a bracelet with Sapphire on the left hand strengthens health; a ring on the left hand brings relief from asthma, heart conditions and neuralgia.

Sapphires are the birthstone for September and are mainly associated with the 3rd eye Chakra, but can have a positive effect on all the Chakras.

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