The word sapphire comes from the Latin and Greek words for blue: ‘sapphirus’ and ‘sappheiros’, respectively. While we commonly think of sapphires as coming in vibrant blue colors, they actually come in almost every color of the rainbow including green, orange, peach, pink, purple, teal and yellow. Yellow sapphires belong to the family corundum. They are the second hardest natural gemstone after diamonds used in jewelry. The highest quality yellow sapphires are sourced from Sri Lanka. However, yellow sapphires are also available in Tanzania, Madagascar, Thailand and Australia.
A beautiful bright citron color is said to be a lucky stone and help improve financial status. Yellow sapphires are available in a huge range of 1 carat to 24 carats per stone.
Loose Yellow Sapphire Gemstones
Wedding anniversary: 7th
Mohs hardness: 9 / 10
You will also like: citrine
Looks great set in: yellow gold / white gold / platinum / sterling silver
