8.35ct Blue Trapiche Sapphire, Oval Cabochon Cut

Trapiche Star Sapphire Trapiche star sapphire differs from traditional star sapphire in that the star does not move- it is embedded into the stone at the time of the crystal's formation.  The most common color of trapiche sapphire is grey.   More Information... The Weight: 8.35ct The Origin: Myanmar (Burma) The Measurements: 12.4mm x 10.96mm x 4.69mm The Scientific: Mohs hardness: 9 hexagonal crystal system (six faces) can come in every imaginable color and shade of color The Spiritual: sooths and calms, releasing psychological tensions mitigates bowel, brain, and nervous system disorder represents faith, hope, and destiny   About Sapphire: While many know sapphire to be blue, the gemstone forms naturally in any shade and saturation of color on the color spectrum.  Like ruby, sapphire is a member of the "corundum" family.  This means that all rubies are a particular shade of red sapphire.  Another notable variety of corundum is "padparadscha sapphire," a sunset, salmon pink