Star sapphire: features, colors and properties

In nature, you can easily find sapphires of different colors and varieties. But experts call star sapphire one of the most beautiful and expensive stones, distinguished by its unusual appearance. This stone has a unique natural pattern that looks very much like a star. This kind of "defect" is considered to be the hallmark of this mineral. Such a special gem at one time the French called sapphire.

Star sapphire is one of the most rare minerals of incredible beauty with an amazing optical effect. Such an unusual look allows this stone to become the most desired acquisition for all true connoisseurs of precious stones. In the natural environment, such stones can be found in the form of ordinary nuggets, while they are of various sizes, sometimes similar to ordinary cobblestones, so you can find a lot of stories when ordinary people used stones in their homes, even without knowing their true price.

Sapphire is a close relative of ruby, according to experts, these two minerals are classified as corundum. They are from the same family and have many similar physical parameters, although the difference between the gems is huge. The geometry of the glare of light in sapphire is much stricter and most pronounced. On the cabochon of ruby, you will never see the effect of asterism, for which star sapphire is so highly valued.

The first stellate sapphires were found in Thailand, where to this day their massive prey is carried out. Thailand is the leading country in the extraction of this crystal. Sapphire deposits are also in Burma and Sri Lanka, mined it in Australia.

A gem is born in natural conditions, and for its emergence more than one million years are needed. For its "birth" you need the same substrates as for the usual sapphire, but such elements as aluminum and titanium in the soil need the greatest amount. These elements settle on a gem, and then a pattern appears that looks like a star with six rays.

On the part of the stones, this unusual pattern is viewed with high-quality lighting, and in certain instances it can be seen only with a significant inclination of the mineral. This is quite a common thing, and therefore, if the star is not immediately visible, this does not mean that you have acquired a fake.

A large number of colors - the main aesthetic property of the stone. Aluminum oxide (from which the crystalline mass of the mineral is formed) does not in itself have a color, the sapphire is painted with various impurities. In the natural environment, star-shaped sapphires from sky-blue to pinkish can be found, and mixed colors can often be found.

• Blue sapphire with a star is a classic and most common type of stone. The color spectrum can often change from completely white and pale blue to bright blue. The most expensive blue sapphire is considered to be a stone with a color of cornflower or palate.
• The black Sapphire can be found very often. Jewelry with such a beautiful black gem comes out strict and very concise.
• Yellow a rock. It is very expensive, its color ranges from almost colorless to a pale yellow color.Mages believe that if a yellow star sapphire has a defect, it is dangerous to carry it with you.
• Pink sapphire. It has a soft and delicate color, it is often put on a par with expensive diamonds. It is much cheaper than them, so it is so popular with lovers of expensive stones.
• Violet (also happens lilac or lilac). Very beautiful and in its own unusual color stone.
• Green. If you look at it well, you can see that a kind of green stone is given a strip of blue and yellow colors, which are superimposed on one another.
• Colorless. It has a high percentage of transparency, glitters like a real diamond. Often, experienced jewelers select a diamond as the main stone for the product and colorless sapphires as additional jewelry to decorate. This kind of product will have a price that is not as high as a jewelery completely encrusted with diamonds.
• Padparaja One of the popular sapphire hybrids. Its shade can be compared with the color of the sunset or the effect of melted gold, so delicate yellow, bright orange and rich pink-red tones are so unusual in this mineral. This option has almost no natural defects.

Long since, healers have argued that stellar sapphire has incredible cosmic energy. The presence of a multi-pointed star gives the crystal a wonderful power. 3 clear lines of silver color, which are crossed in the center of the stone, as if symbolizing faith, hope and love.

Choosing this beautiful mineral as a stylish decoration, you can significantly improve your health and get other amazing results. Stone has the ability to:

• influence the character of the host;
• increase energy levels;
• saturated with cosmic energy.

He should be carried with him all the time, and then his master can solve all his immediate problems. These unique gems may have magical qualities.

• If you get into the habit of looking at a star-shaped stone, you will get a feeling of harmony and tranquility. Mineral will help you find the real purpose in life. The owner of the stone will always have a choice of several ways for full development.
• Mineral bestows on its owner the ability to well understand other people.
• If you wear a ring with sapphire, the stone will give you the ability to identify detractors.
• Gem awakens thirst for knowledge, causes the desire to overcome laziness.

Sapphire can even heal a person:

• for the quick treatment of diseased eyes, you can rinse your eyes with water, in which there has been a stone for many hours;
• to improve sleep and get rid of nightmares, it is worth evening 5 minutes in a row to carefully consider the mineral;
• for the treatment of heart disease and reducing the level of pressure, you must always carry a product with a crystal with you, as it has a positive effect on the body;
• in order to boost the mood and drive away melancholy, it is necessary to put on a wide bracelet with a blue six-beam sapphire on your left hand.

This stone, in addition to this:

• helps to improve memory quality;
• will have a beneficial effect on the reproductive organs;
• will help with problems with the locomotor system;
• qualitatively improve the condition of diabetics;
• improve blood biochemistry.

Star gem can be worn by almost all representatives of zodiac signs.

• Aquarius will have the opportunity to become more confident in their own abilities, will be able to improve their intuition and redirect their own energy to those things that are relevant now.
• Have Fishes internal strength and energy will increase, they will be able to strengthen their resources and calm the soul.
• But balanced Capricorn it is better not to purchase products with a star-shaped stone, otherwise it will push this sign to commit thoughtless steps and will make confusion in their destiny.
• Aries can become much more discriminating in their own connections, learn to restrain their emotions.
• Green stone will allow Strelets to contain the excitement and various passions, as well as to overcome the fears of important decisions.
• Twins acquire peace of mind, avoid the influence of contradictions and bad energy from outsiders. The Gemini character will become more appeasable.
• Star mineral radiates positive energy and therefore fits perfectly Cancer and protect them from various bad phenomena. In this case, all water signs of the zodiac should not acquire and wear yellow crystals.
• Lions will be able to strengthen their diligence and get rid of excessive self-confidence. Their internal energy will grow, personal life will come to a harmonious state.
• Sapphire with a star is just the perfect stone for Dev The stone will help improve Dev's relationship with others, strengthen their self-confidence, allowing the sign representative to become more purposeful.
• Taurus, which are characterized by an active life position, and who are always ready to act decisively, can get jewelry with this unique star-shaped mineral. Astrologers recommend Taurus to wear yellow crystals.
• Libra it will be much easier to choose the right solution in the most difficult life situations, with the help of sapphire they will become more confident and fully reveal their potential.
• Internal energy Scorpions will come to a stable rate, the stone will improve their character, help reduce passion, fill life with positive emotions.

If natural sapphire has become your talisman or favorite jewelry that you want to carry with you every day, then you can combine this mineral with such stones as diamond and turquoise, aquamarine, moonstone, aventurine and amethyst, rock crystal and chrysoprase, ruby and pomegranate.

The natural mineral has a non-uniform composition, which can be seen under certain lighting conditions. There are a number of good ways by which you can find out if your stone is 100% fake.

• You can mute the mineral with a metal object. Natural sapphire will lose only diamond to durability, therefore no trace of scratching will be left on it.
• You can throw the mineral into the water. Natural stone will be denser than liquid, so it immediately sinks to the very bottom.
• You can use a magnifying glass. With its help, various inclusions will be well viewed inside the mineral.

Gem is actively used in the jewelry industry. Masters create cabochons with a rather high “dome”. Often not very symmetrical crystals are chosen for this. For a professional, the most important thing is that the rays of the stars on the stone are more vivid and beautiful.

Often the sapphire is heated specifically to make it clear so that the color more effectively refracts, and asterism becomes more pronounced.

The mineral has long been considered one of the symbols of strong marriage bonds. For this reason, it is best to purchase rings with this gem for both spouses. A pendant with a crystal, if cut with silver, will adorn the neck of a lady, regardless of her age - such a product will greatly enhance the attractiveness of a woman.

Men usually choose stylish rings made of pure white gold. They should be worn on the index finger of your left hand, which will bring good luck in business and help you easily achieve your goal.

Earrings with sapphire should be worn only purposeful women with a very strong character.

Star sapphires are amazingly hard, but very fragile, especially if they are not made by nature itself, but by some efforts of modern scientists. That is why in the treatment of artificial stone you need to be as careful as possible.

For high-quality care for products with stellar sapphires, you can use a warm solution of water with dishwashing detergent and a soft cloth. Hardware cleaning of this stone is absolutely contraindicated. During operation, these minerals must be protected from contact with acids, especially food.

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