Sapphire is one of the world's most valuable gemstones. Did you know it was known as Lady Di's stone, as it was the Princess of Wales' favorite gem?
Surely, if you take a look at the collection of jewelry pieces that include sapphire stones on the Mumit website, it will become your favorite too. Not in vain, the hue of sapphire is one of those mesmerizing colors, with a truly unique purity and ability to reflect light.
But beyond that, it is a gem that hides secrets far beyond its unquestionable beauty. Do you want to discover them? Below, we are going to tell you everything you need to know about this spectacular gemstone.
Characteristics of sapphire
Its name comes from Latin and means "blue", offering us an unequivocal hint of its marvelous hues. Blue sapphires are transparent stones, noted for their unparalleled ability to reflect external light.
Origin and composition of blue sapphire
The origins of blue sapphire as a gemstone date back to 480 BC in Sri Lanka, which continues to be its premier producing region today. It is said that King Solomon courted the Queen of Sheba, gifting her sapphire jewelry from that territory.
It is a color variety of the mineral Corundum, just like ruby.
Why is it blue?
In truth, sapphire itself doesn't always have a bluish tone; rather, it is the blue sapphire variety that is most commonly used in the world of jewelry. However, there are sapphires of various colors, such as pink or yellow sapphires, which present a wider range of hues.
Blue Sapphire: Magical Properties
The properties of blue sapphire extend far beyond aesthetics. This beautiful gem is associated with rectitude of thought and good sense, considered by many to be the stone of wisdom itself.
It is said to be capable of increasing the concentration level of its wearer, as well as their ability to focus on important things. It also contributes to improving mental stability and inner well-being.
To take advantage of all these healing properties of blue sapphire, it is recommended to always wear the gem in contact with the skin so that it can transmit them directly.
How to style a sapphire
Virtually all types of jewelry include designs where this marvelous gem is the undisputed star. On the Mumit website, you'll find everything from sapphire rings to sapphire necklaces and sapphire earrings.
One of the most special rings is the Nina Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold from Mumit, a delicate work of art inspired by an iconic piece of jewelry. Its central sapphire is crowned by a delicate halo of diamonds that have been carefully chosen to exponentially enhance its beauty.
Our sapphire piercings, with their modern and spectacular designs, also deserve special mention. A good example of this is the Crown II Drops Sapphire Piercing Earring in 18k Yellow Gold from Mumit, inspired by royal history, which also combines the unparalleled brilliance and color characteristic of sapphire with six marvelous diamonds, creating a truly unique piece.
Now that you know all the details of the blue sapphire gemstone, we just hope you enjoy this iconic gem in your jewelry.
And if you're left wanting more, visit our article where we explain the difference between ruby and sapphire gemstones, although you might be more curious to learn about the world's most famous sapphires.
To continue discovering amazing designs with blue sapphire, we recommend you check out our Instagram profile and delve into other articles on our official blog. With Mumit, enjoying jewelry is much more enriching and satisfying.
