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Yellow Sapphires: The Jewelers Secret

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Fashion - Jewelry

Written by Andrew W John

Wednesday, 26 March 2008

by AndrewWJohn

Truly spectacular to see, yellow sapphires are one of the rarer members of the sapphire family tree. Like all other sapphires, yellow specimens are crystallized aluminum oxide. The yellow coloring comes from the presence of iron in the crystal in addition to aluminum oxide. They are uncommon enough that until recently years, many were unaware that yellow sapphires even existed!

Sapphires are very hard stones, registering a 9 on the Mohs scale, and second only to the diamond in hardness. This makes the yellow sapphire not only a unique stone, but a very durable stone that can take everyday wear and retain its brilliance. As yellow sapphires increase in popularity, it is easier to find them in rings, pendants and earrings.

These gems are mined in Tanzania, Madagascar and Sri Lanka; however, since they are more popular these days, synthetic yellow sapphires are being seen in greater numbers. Synthetic gems are made, not mined but for all of this are no less a sapphire than one dug from the earth. Other than being a little bit less expensive, they have all of the properties one expects from a sapphire.

Like other gemstones, price will depend on size, color and clarity of the stone. The skill of the gem cutter comes into play as well. A well cut stone will catch the light even in an artificially lit room. A naturally colored stone will also cost more than one that has been heat-treated to intensify the color or has been made synthetically.

Those who ascribe special meanings to gemstones say that yellow sapphires bring people together, generating feelings of warmth and friendliness. It is thought to alleviate depression, aid concentration and other mental skills and to bring financial success. Healing qualities for the yellow sapphire are said to be related to the respiratory tract and the liver. There is some traditional lore that says a yellow sapphire should only be worn on the first finger of the right hand, although most people don't bother to follow this advice.

Whether mounted in silver or in gold, worn in a necklace or a ring, yellow sapphires catch the eye. Possessing all of the elegance and luster of the other members of the sapphire family, they draw attention and garner compliments where ever the wearer goes. For this reason, they are gaining in popularity as a stone for engagement rings.

If your collection of jewelry lacks a yellow sapphire, what are you waiting for? Far too beautiful to do without, and to ignore once you are wearing it, it is a gem which demands attention.

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