Hot Pink Sapphire

 
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A rich and saturated pink.

Gemstone Family: Quartz

Colour: Pink

Crystal symmetry: Trigonal

Origin: Myanmar, Sri Lanka, India

Durability: Mohs Hardness: 9

Care: Clean with warm water and a mild soap.

History: Throughout the middle ages, sapphire was used in medicine, as the gemstone was believed to have the ability to cure diseases of the eyes.