Sapphires are one of the most valuable gem stones on the planet they are greatly coveted for there great beauty and rarity. Women through out the centuries yearn to own such a beautiful gem stone the Blue Sapphire being the most coveted of them all due to its spectacular deep blue color that cannot be mimicked by another force in nature it is said to be more beautiful in color then the South Pacific lagoons themselves. Along with Rubies, emeralds and Diamonds these precious stones are the world’s most beautiful natural products that with a little help from man can be transformed into the most spectacular jewelry to adorn any human and dull the beauty of the most ravishing women.



The history of the blue sapphire is one of regality and romance they were first worn by the clergy in the 17th century during the height of power of the Roman Catholic Church. Long ago the clergy and royalty were nearly one of the same they were the most powerful and rich industries on earth and owned the most spectacular art and jewels available at the time Sapphires being the favorite due to its purity of color. Blue is the color of purity
and innocents it therefore it became the badge of clergy men to promote their purity of heart. Royals also wanted to be in favor with the church as it was a powerful force that nobody wanted as an enemy so blue sapphires where worn by queens and princess of the Christian world to translate their devotion and purity of heart and body.



In contrary to the religious connotations of Christianity magicians used sapphires in their magic spells and promoted its great healing and protective powers. Blue sapphires were used in healing and spiritual ceremonies and it was thought that the sapphire had fallen from the heavens and therefore could bring you closer to the gods of the sky and that it contained the powers of the purifying seas. Today however they are valued for their rarity and beauty sapphires come in many colors apart from blue such as yellow, violet, purple, pink and orange. Blue gemstones belong to the corundum categorization of gems and its value depends on weight, clarity and color. It is a favorite among collectors for its regal connections and historical romance, antique ornaments and jewelry pieces containing sapphires can fetch quite a sum at auctions among serious collectors and historians.