Capricorn Birthstone - Blue Sapphire
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Sapphire fact file
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Crystal Structure: hexagonal
Chemical Composition: Corundum ( Aluminum oxide- Al203 )
Hardness: 9 MOHS
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Refractive Index: 1.762 to 1.77
Colors: yellow, green, pink, clear, and blue
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Capricorn, the goat, is a Cardinal sign, its element is Earth. Careful planning
and meticulousness characterizes this nature.
Those born under this sign are very
sensitive to their appearances and reputation.Blue Sapphire, the capricorn
birthstone, removes evil effects of Saturn, the ruling planet of capricorn. It
is said that this stone has the magical power to elevate its user to a higher
status from all sides. Some astrologers believe that Blue Sapphire or Neelam
is so powerful if used properly that it can alleviate even long-term misfortune.
However there is a caution. Sometimes this stone may react adversely. It is
advisable to first test it for a week before final wearing. It could give you
everything you could desire - health, wealth, longevity, happiness. It also
restores lost wealth and property. This is normally faint or dark blue in colour.
A man wearing blue reflects wisdom; on a woman, jealousy in love or diligence.
Sapphire or Neelam is a very cold gem. They may be yellow also. Sapphire is
believed to cure ulcers. It brings wealth, name and fame. Also gives good stamina,
longevity and security in life. Can improve fertility in a barren woman. Best
suited for joy, love and happiness. It cures fainting, fits, virility, mental
disorder, deafness and baldness. It should be used on 2nd finger of right hand
in gold or panch dhatu on Saturday and the weight is 5 or 7 grams.
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