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Mineral variety Gemstone Healing crystal

Sapphire

Gem variety of corundum.

Blue

Variety of Corundum.

Sapphire specimen
Sapphire01.jpg · Wikimedia Commons (see file page for author & license)

Properties

Chemical formula—
Elements—
Crystal systemTrigonal
Mohs hardness9
Density—
Streak—
Colorblue

“—” means no reliable value in Wikidata yet. Check Mindat for full data.

🌍 Where it's found

  • Type locality
  • Notable source / deposit
  • Country of origin

Marker positions are approximate (region or locality level). Type localities from Wikidata; notable sources curated by Crystopedia.

Varieties & related stones

✨ Metaphysical & Folklore

These are traditional and folk beliefs from crystal lore. They are not scientific or medical claims – crystals are not a substitute for professional care.

Long a royal and clerical stone, sapphire is linked to wisdom, loyalty and serenity.

Traditional uses
wisdom, focus, loyalty
Chakra
Throat Third Eye
Zodiac
Virgo, Libra, Sagittarius
Element
Water, Air

💞 Pairs well with (traditional pairings)

Lapis LazuliPaired in tradition for wisdom, with Lapis Lazuli bringing truth as well. Blue KyaniteShares the Throat & Third Eye chakra; adds alignment to sapphire's wisdom. LabradoriteAnother Third Eye & Throat chakra stone, used alongside sapphire for intuition. SodaliteWorks the same Throat & Third Eye chakra, adding logic. HematiteA grounding root stone to balance sapphire's high, spiritual energy.

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