Sapphire colorful, bead strand 2.5 mm faceted

Strand length: approx. 32 cm
Stone size: 2.5 mm diameter
Cut: Round, faceted
Color: Multicolored (various natural sapphire colors: blue, yellow, pink, green, violet, etc.)
Mineralogy: Sapphire (corundum, Al₂O₃; color depends on trace elements; hardness 9 on the Mohs scale)

The name sapphire is derived from the Greek sappheiros ("blue") – yet sapphire encompasses all corundum varieties except for red (ruby). Depending on the trace elements, a wide variety of colors are formed: iron and titanium produce blue, chromium pink, and iron yellow and green. This multicolored strand combines the natural color diversity of the sapphire in fine 2.5 mm faceted beads – a vibrant, colorful material for high-quality jewelry.

Significant deposits: Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Madagascar, Kashmir, Australia.

Significance in crystal healing

In crystal healing, the sapphire has been considered a stone of inner clarity and calm since antiquity. Hildegard von Bingen described its effect on the nerves and mind. It is said to have a nerve-strengthening and calming effect. These attributions are based on long-standing tradition and are not scientifically proven. They are not a substitute for medical treatment.