Blue Sapphire

 
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Blue sapphire is an established favourite, giving the wearer a broad scope.

Gemstone Family: Corundum

Colour: Blue

Crystal symmetry: Trigonal

Origin: Myanmar, Sri Lanka, India

Durability: Mohs Hardness: 9

Care: Clean with warm water and a mild soap.

History: In the beginning of the eleventh century, sapphire became a favourite stone for the rings of priests and clergymen, having previously been a preferred gem for the jewellery of medieval European kings.