Blue Sapphire Stones
Sapphires are among the most popular of all gemstones, and blue sapphires are especially prized. Also known as neelam stones, blue sapphires are said to represent wisdom, piety, and good fortune. In Hindu tradition, blue sapphires are also known as neelam ratnas, or “gems of the blue god.”
Blue is the most common favourite colour and is often seen as relaxing, calming and serene. There’s a reason we think of blue as relaxing; it actually tends to lower our heart rates, blood pressure, and even our body temperature. Blue can have an effect on the pituitary gland, affecting our sleep patterns, and it can slow our breathing as well. Studies of memory have demonstrated that memory is enhanced by blue light, and blue light can even kill some bacteria!
Sapphire comes from the French term “saphir”, the Greek term “sappheiros” or the Latin term “sapphirus”, which all means “blue stone”. While blue sapphires can be found in a variety of hues, the most valuable stones are those with a deep, rich blue colour.
There is something special about blue sapphire stones. They come in a wide range of colours, from cornflower blue to royal blue, and each stone has its own unique beauty. Some people prefer the pale blue stones, while others love the turquoise or teal stones. And then there are those who are drawn to the light blue or blue green stones. Hart & Halo’s collection of blue sapphires range from cornflower blue to royal blue, and everything in between. Whatever your favorite colour, there is sure to be a blue sapphire stone that will capture your heart.
