Blue Sapphire

Blue Sapphire gemstone guide

Blue Sapphire is one of the precious stones belonging to Corundum mineral family. Blue sapphire in Hindi is called Neelam and it is the fastest and most powerful gemstone in Vedic astrology. It represents planet Saturn or shani in Hindi. It also has a range of other names. Indian names are Neelamani, Indraneel, Indraneelam, Neela Pukhraj.  Blue Sapphire Neelam Raktamukhi Gemstone Ceylon is specifically useful and is known for bringing instant astrological benefits to the wearers. It is recognized for bringing in instant success, wealth and popularity to the ones who wear it. It is an amalgamation of aluminum and corundum, which gives it a striking blue colour. Original colour is vivid dark violet and purplish blue.

Gemstone Blue Sapphire

Here are the basic things that you must know about this stone-

Source of Neelam

Special colour is recognized for creating optimism in life and is also idealistic for meditation. Igneous rocks have alluvial deposits and blue sapphires are found in these rocks in the countries like

     Afghanistan

     Burma

     Kenya

     Sri Lanka

     Tanzania

     Thailand

     The USA

     Pakistan

     Some parts of India

     Myanmar

     Czech Republic

     Brazil

Some of the gems are also found in Kashmir region in India and these gems are quite popular because of their characteristic sparkle. Most classic feature of Neelam is that you can see an array of colours when you twist it on different angles and it comes with natural glow. It is slippery to touch and is extensively used in not just gems industry, but also in wrist watches and scientific instruments. You will be surprised to know that the heaviest found stone weighed 42 grams approximately and it was found in Sri Lanka.

Among the most popular variety is Ceyloni Blue sapphire which can be easily customized according to a customer’s need. It is available in different sizes and shapes. This stone appears slippery, transparent and lusturous. You may wish to buy natural blue sapphire or pure Neelam, but it is a rare commodity that isn’t available to commoners these days. Sapphires are therefore mostly treated so as to make their natural quality and colour better. Slight treatment is acceptable.

Who should wear Neelam?

Raktamukhi Gemstone Ceylon is associated with karmic Saturn. A Vedic astrologer may suggest people with ‘Shani Sadhe Saati’ or ‘Dhaiya’ phase to wear ring. However, one must understand that it is strongly associated with shani, which is one of the crucial planet in Indian astrology. Therefore, the Vedic astrologers who suggest it to people must do so with caution.

%  Benefits of Blue Sapphire Neelam in astrology are best attached to Makar (Capricorn) and Kumbh (Aquarius) rashi according to the Indian Vedic science.

%  In western astrology, it is recommended to Libra zodiac sign.

%  Tauras, Virgo and Gemini can also wear ring.

How to wear Blue Sapphire?

Blue Sapphire Quality

To assess the quality, one must look at certain attributes, which are common t all sapphires and precious gemstones. Blue Sapphire (Neelam stone) is measured on different factors, which are- Colour, clarity, origin and uniqueness. All these factors are important from astrological point of view.

Y  Colour - True blue colour is best suited to seek astrological benefits. The stone should not only be vividly saturated, but also look bright. It should neither be too violet, nor too purple. Kashmir Neelam stone usually have these features, which is why they are much more in demand. Deep blue colour Neelam blue sapphire gemstone in Hindi is called Indraneelam.

Y  Origin- Another factor that plays a vital role in determining the quality is their place of origin. Raktamukhi Gemstone Ceylon is of the best quality. Also, those from Kashmir are great in quality. Bangkok blue sapphires are also available in the market but because of their darker colour, they are less demanded.

Y  Clarity- Certain visible inclusions may be seen. These may appear in the form of color bands, fingerprints and fine silk (needles). You may look for natural stones, but it is rare to find pure blue saphhire. Even if you manage to find original Neelam, it will be priced at exorbitant cost.

Y  Uniqueness- One of the striking varieties is Blue Star Sapphire. It is this stone that exhibits asterism that appears to come out in six-ray star pattern. Because of such uniqueness, it is called Star Sapphire gemstone. This special variety is found in certain regions of South East Asia, Africa, Thailand, Myanmar, Australia, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Unlike Blue Saphhire, this particular Star Sapphire is opaque and hence its quality depends upon shine. One may look at its quality by placing it under direct sunlight and tilting it at different angles.

 Benefits

Blue sapphire has many benefits and these gems are said to possess healing properties. In fact, the serenity and calmness contained in Ceyloni Neelam is what people talk about the most. Let us now discuss -

\  Healing property - Because this gemstone is associated with Saturn and the planet is said to offer abundance, spiritualism and luck, therefore this tranquil stone can bring about positive changes and keep you on spiritual path. It helps you in transmuting negative energies and heals you from inside.

\  Instant source of success- Helps people by giving them instant success and bringing in prosperity, good luck; by breaking deadlock around professionalism.

\  Great good luck and fortunes- Among the most crucial benefits in astrology are strengthening Shani, which gives immense power and energy to multiply money and fortunes.

\  Popularity and fame- Wearers derive benefits by experiencing surging popularity and fame. A wearer may experience better work ethics and immense name and fame in their respective fields.

\  Strong body and mind- Health benefits of Neelam include keeping in line, your sensory organs. It relieves depression, anxiety, confusion and also helps in healing arthritis, gout and joint pain.

Blue Sapphire Prices

When you go to buy ring in market, you realize how valuable it is. This gemstone is much popular as a jewellery piece and ring price may be too high. It is extremely popular as an engagement ring and in right metal setting; engagement ring looks surreal and aesthetically appealing. Astrologically speaking, you must have a proper and in-depth conversation with your astrologist before wearing Neelam ring.

Price in India will root mainly from its popularity and rarity. Colour is another important factor, especially when we talk about astrological significance. Normally, you will find that the price comes within a range of ₹ 2,500 and ₹ 2,00,000. This is a per carat rate of blue sapphire Neelam in India.

¯  Origin- Kashmir blue sapphire price is ₹ 50,000 and ₹ 5,00,000. This is because of true blue colour along with velvety touch, which is a decent quality and astrologically most appropriate also. Ceylon sapphire is ₹ 2000 and ₹ 32,000. Then there are also other varieties, which are considerably cheaper. Thailand sapphires cost much lesser.

¯  Color- True blue colour can draw a higher price than purplish or less bright colours.

¯  Carat Weight, clarity & cut- These three Cs play a crucial role in determining exact rate in India. Because these are precious gemstones, therefore heavier stones will have higher price.

¯  Treatment- Usually, sapphires undergo heat treatments to remove colour zoning and make their appearance better and brighter. Slight treatment is acceptable in jewellery industry and also astrologically. It is very rare to find original pure blue sapphire. Yet, you should be cautious from those gemstones that are created in lab. These may often be available at genuine price, but they are not significant from jewellery or astrological point of view.

You may check or buy blue sapphire Neelam online as well.