Star sapphire: features, colors and properties

In nature, you can easily find sapphires of various colors and varieties. But one of the most beautiful and expensive stones, experts call a star sapphire, which is 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 a distinctive feature of this mineral. Such a special gem was called sapphire in due time by the French.

Star sapphire is one of the rarest minerals of incredible beauty with an amazing optical effect. This unusual appearance allows this stone to become the most desirable 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 come in all kinds of sizes, sometimes they look like ordinary cobblestones, so you can find many stories when ordinary people used stones in everyday life, without even knowing their true price.

Sapphire is a close relative of the ruby; experts classify these two minerals 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 light flare in sapphire is much stricter and most pronounced. On a ruby ​​cabochon, you will never see the asterism effect for which star sapphire is so highly prized.

The first star sapphires were found in Thailand, where they are massively mined to this day. Thailand is the leading country in the extraction of this crystal.There are also sapphire deposits in Burma and Sri Lanka, and it is mined in Australia.

The gem is born in natural conditions, and it takes more than one million years for its appearance. For its "birth" the same substrates are needed as for the usual sapphire, but the largest amount of elements such as aluminum and titanium is needed in the soil. These elements are deposited on the gem, and then a pattern appears that outwardly resembles a star with six rays.

On some stones, this unusual pattern is visible under high-quality lighting, and on certain specimens it is noticeable 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 is the main aesthetic property of the stone. Aluminum oxide (the crystalline mass of the mineral is composed of it) itself has no color, all kinds of impurities give the sapphire color. In the natural environment, you can find star sapphires ranging from sky blue to pinkish tones, and you can often find mixed colors.

• Blue sapphire with a star is the classic and most common type of stone. The color spectrum can often range from stark white and pale blue to bold blue. The most expensive blue sapphire is considered a stone that has the color of cornflower or sky.
• Black sapphire can be found very often. Jewelry with such a beautiful black gem comes out austere and very laconic.
• Yellow stone. It is very expensive, its colors range from almost colorless to pale yellow. Mages believe that if the yellow star sapphire has a defect, then it is dangerous to carry it with you.
• Pink sapphire. It has a soft and delicate color; it is often ranked on a par with expensive diamonds. It costs much cheaper than them, which is why it is so popular with lovers of expensive stones.
• Purple (also available in lilac or lilac). Very beautiful and in its own way unusual color of the stone.
• Green. If you take a good look at it, you will notice that stripes of blue and yellow colors, which are superimposed on one another, give a peculiar shade to the green stone.
• Colorless. Has a high percentage of transparency, shines like a real diamond. Experienced jewelers often choose a diamond for jewelry as the main stone for a product and colorless sapphires as additional jewelry. This kind of product will not have such a high price as a piece of jewelry completely encrusted with diamonds.
• Padparadscha. One of the popular sapphire hybrids. Its shade can be compared to the color of a sunset or the effect of molten gold, so delicate yellow, catchy orange and rich pink-red tones shimmer in this mineral. This option has almost no natural defects.

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

By choosing this beautiful mineral as a stylish piece of jewelry, you can significantly improve your health and get other amazing results. The stone has the ability to:

• influence the character of the owner;
• increase the energy level;
• saturate with cosmic energy.

It should be carried with you all the time, and then its owner can solve all his pressing problems. These unique gems can have magical qualities.

• If you get in the habit of looking at a star-shaped stone, you will get a sense of harmony and tranquility. Mineral will help you find your real purpose in life. The owner of the stone will always have several paths to choose from for full development.
• The mineral endows its owner with the ability to understand other people well.
• If you wear a sapphire ring, then the stone will give you the ability to identify ill-wishers.
• The gem awakens the thirst for knowledge, evokes the desire to overcome laziness.

Sapphire can even heal a person:

• for quick treatment of sore eyes, you can rinse your eyes with water, in which the stone has been for many hours in a row;
• in order to improve sleep and get rid of nightmares, it is worth carefully considering the mineral in the evening for 5 minutes in a row;
• for the treatment of heart disease and lowering the level of pressure, you need to carry a product with a crystal with you all the time, since it has a positive effect on the body;
• to improve your mood and drive away melancholy, you need to put on a wide bracelet with a blue six-ray sapphire on your left hand.

This stone, in addition to this:

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

The star gem can be worn by almost all representatives of the zodiac signs.

• Aquarians they will have the opportunity to become more self-confident, will be able to improve their intuition and redirect their own energy to those things that are relevant at the present time.
• Have Pisces inner 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 take ill-considered steps and bring confusion to their fate.
• Aries can become much more discriminating in their own connections, learn to restrain their emotions.
• The green stone will allow Sagittarius restrain excitement and various passions, as well as overcome fears of important decisions.
• Twins gain peace of mind, avoid the influence of contradictions and bad energy from outsiders. At the same time, the character of Gemini will become more agreeable.
• The star mineral emits positive energy and is therefore great for Cancer and protect them from various bad phenomena. At the same time, all water signs of the Zodiac should not acquire and wear yellow crystals.
• Lions will be able to strengthen their hard work and get rid of excessive self-confidence. Their internal energy will grow, their personal life will come to a harmonious state.
• Sapphire with a star is just the perfect stone for Dev. The stone will help improve the relationship of Virgo with others, strengthen their self-confidence, allowing the representative of the sign to become more purposeful.
• Taurus, who are characterized by an active life position, and who are always ready to act decisively, can purchase jewelry with this unique star-shaped mineral. Astrologers recommend that Taurus wear yellow crystals.
• Libra it will be much easier to choose the right solution in the most difficult situations in life, 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 organically combine this mineral with stones such as diamond and turquoise, aquamarine, moonstone, aventurine and amethyst, rock crystal and chrysoprase, ruby and pomegranate.

Natural mineral has a heterogeneous composition, which can be seen under certain lighting conditions. There are a number of good ways you can tell for sure if your stone is 100% fake.

• You can slightly scratch a mineral with a metal object. Natural sapphire is second only to diamond in strength, so no scratches will remain on it.
• You can throw the mineral into the water. Natural stone will be denser than liquid, therefore it will immediately sink to the very bottom.
• You can use a magnifying glass. With its help, various inclusions will be clearly visible inside the mineral.

The gem is actively used in the jewelry industry. Craftsmen 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 star on the stone are brighter and more beautiful.

Sapphire is often specially heated to make it pure, so that the color refracts more effectively, and the 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 in silver, will adorn a lady's neck, regardless of her age - such a product will greatly enhance the attractiveness of a woman.

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

Sapphire earrings should be worn only by purposeful women with a very strong character.

Star sapphires are surprisingly hard, but at the same time very fragile, especially if they were not made by nature itself, but by some efforts of modern scientists. That is why you need to be as careful as possible when handling an artificial stone.

To take good care of your Star Sapphire garments, you can use a warm water solution with dishwashing detergent and a soft cloth. Hardware cleaning is absolutely contraindicated for such a stone. During use, these minerals must be protected from contact with acids, especially food.

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