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'''Sapphire''' is a gemstone of the first ray. It is the same mineral as [[ruby]] (corundum) but with a different coloring matter. The red gem is the ruby but all other forms of corundum are known as sapphire. The coloring | '''Sapphire''' is a gemstone of the first ray. It is the same mineral as [[ruby]] (corundum) but with a different coloring matter. The red gem is the ruby but all other forms of corundum are known as sapphire. The coloring minerals in blue sapphire are iron and titanium. | ||
Sapphire has been the most venerated of the colored gems. In the East it is the stone most frequently consecrated to the various deities. Buddhists believe it produces a desire for prayer and regard it as the stone of stones to give spiritual light and to bring peace and happiness—as long as its wearer leads a moral life. | Sapphire has been the most venerated of the colored gems. In the East it is the stone most frequently consecrated to the various deities. Buddhists believe it produces a desire for prayer and regard it as the stone of stones to give spiritual light and to bring peace and happiness—as long as its wearer leads a moral life. |