Buy Loose Sapphires Online

A member of Corundum fraternity Sapphire is a family member of Ruby. Actually, Corundum a colorless mineral is known as Ruby when inclusions emit hues of Red color. It is Sapphire when found in shades of Blue, Yellow, Purple, Orange or Green. The Name Sapphire like Ruby finds origin in the Latin language. In Latin, it is known as ‘Sapphires’ or ‘Blue Stone’. Being a member of Corundum family Sapphire is recognized for its hardness and is on the same level as Ruby at 9.0 on the Mohs scale.

Sapphire one from the exclusive group of Precious gemstones is a gemstone denoting devotion. It represents trust, honesty, purity, and loyalty. Its association with the royalty and romance can be gauged from the fact that Princess Diana was given a blue sapphire ring by Prince Charles on their engagement. Sapphire is a legendary gemstone which had been a glittering possession of many famous Emperors and Queens of the yore. Sapphires have adorned many historical crowns. Sapphires along with jewellery use have many non-jewellery uses due to its inherent hardness properties. It is widely used in circuits of electronic appliances. It is also used in scientific instruments and prostheses. 

Ancient Greek and Roman Nobles believed that Sapphire was a protector from envy and harm.  Holy men and ordinary folks linked Blue Sapphire with heaven and celestial bodies and they wore Sapphires to seek their blessings, guard chastity, create harmony among people etc. They regarded Sapphire as a stone delivering harmony, peace and good luck to the owner. In, Sri Lanka, a special pink -Orangy Sapphire known as ‘Padparshcha meaning ‘Lotus Flower’ is found. Sapphires are gifted to the couple completing togetherness for 5 years. Sapphire is the birthstone for people born in the month of September.

There is a very common test conducted for all precious gemstones known as 4 ‘C’s test of cut clarity color and carat weight which helps the buyer to determine their appearance and price. Sapphires generally blossom when cutting in a cushion or oval shape. Sapphires when cut in Cabochon shape give an impression of a six-rayed star. Clarity should be good in a nice Sapphire. Sapphires like other precious gemstones should be transparent and vibrant in color. A Sapphire of pastel color shall highlight other aspects of beauty and value. Light-toned Sapphires will be less valued as the inclusion will be more prominent. Light colored with the nice cut will be more reflective and enhance its liveliness and brilliance. A few more tips for making a good buy of quality Sapphires:

. The polish and symmetry of loose Sapphires should be excellent. While polish will make loose Sapphires charming and brilliant; symmetry will give it an elegant look.

. Always go for Sapphires with certification especially when buying online. Only certified Sapphires can lay a claim on good quality.

. The size of loose Sapphire should also be considered. The size of the stone bought should match its value.

. Always go for a trusty and honest vendor who offers competitive prices when you buy loose gemstone online.

Rasav Gems has been in the trade for over four decades has earned the immense reputation as a leading manufacturer, the wholesale supplier of quality precious, semi-precious gemstones. Based at Jaipur, a recognized gemstone centre globally, Rasav Gems takes pride in attaining buyer’s confidence and faith. Rasav Gems by its website www.RasavGems.com offers a wide spectrum of products in all shapes, sizes and lots for connoisseurs to choose from.

Rasav Gems’ online catalogue at www.RasavGems.com though has a huge inventory to choose from but the option to customize order as per the requirement of the buyer has found favours with buyers. Planning to buy Sapphire online visit our website Rasav Gems.