Word Finder - sapphires

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A clear deep blue variety of corundum, valued as a precious stone.

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A white, yellow, or purple variety of corundum, either clear or translucent.

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A deep blue colour.

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Any hummingbird in the genera Hylocharis and Chlorestes, as well as the rufous-throated sapphire, which is now in the genus Amazilia.

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Any of the butterflies in the southern Asian lycaenid genus Heliophorus.

There are indications of sapphires and other forms of corundum.

Rubies and sapphires are mined in the Chantabun district in the south-east.

Sapphires are found in several gulches, especially on Yogo Creek, 16 m.

The minerals of Siam include gold, silver, rubies, sapphires, tin, copper, iron, zinc and coal.

Ceylon has for ages been famous for sapphires.

Under artificial illumination many sapphires appear dark and inky, whilst in some cases the blue changes to a violet, so that the sapphire seems to be transformed to an amethyst.

Some of the slightly cloudy Ceylon sapphires, usually of greyish-blue colour, display when cut with a convex face a chatoyant luminosity, sometimes forming a luminous star of six rays, whence they are called "star sapphires".

In 1875 sapphires were discovered in deposits of clay and sand in Battambang (Siam), where they have been worked on a considerable scale.

Sapphires are also found in Kashmir, where they occur, associated with tourmaline, in the Zanskar range, especially near the village of Soomjam.

In Montana, sapphires were discovered as far back as 1865, and have been worked on a large scale.

Sapphires are a precious form of the mineral corundum - second only to diamond in hardness.

Their total haul was estimated to be around £ 1.25 million and included emeralds, sapphires and valuable computer systems.

In addition they offered newly available American gemstones such as Montana sapphires and Mexican fire opals.

Over 2000 years ago the Romans were using sapphires, emeralds, garnets, and amber in their jewelry.

Sapphire males with sapphire males with sapphire pearl females have produced nice sapphires and sapphire pearls.

Colored stones such as these pink sapphires look very pretty.

Some of the slightlycloudy Ceylon sapphires, usually of greyish-blue colour, display when cut with a convex face a chatoyant luminosity, sometimes forming a luminous star of six rays, whence they are called "starsapphires" (see Asteria).

In Upper Burma sapphires occur in association with rubies, but are much less important (see Ruby).

Sapphire males with sapphire pearl females have produced nice sapphires and sapphire pearls.

The Cometes collection is composed of sparkling, celestial pieces created from materials such as rock crystal, sapphires, platinum, white gold, and Tahitian and Japanese pearls.

The Mademoiselle collection offers a delicate, feminine blend of colored stones, colored sapphires, freshwater pearls, and pink, yellow, or white gold.

The colors of aquamarine, peridot, citrine, amethyst, colored sapphires, tourmalines, iolites, and creamy freshwater pearls create an interplay with gold and diamonds that offers a refreshing and feminine appeal.

September - Sapphires are the stones for September birthdays.

Although commonly blue, sapphires can also be pink, green, purple, yellow or orange.

Tahitian, South Sea and Akoya pearls are paired with a selection of sapphires in blue, pink and yellow for a stunning effect.

This is an aluminum oxide of which sapphires are also composed.

The range of colors in a tanzanite stone are similar to those available from blue sapphires and at approximately one third of the cost it can represent a significant cost saving.

As such, while it is significantly cheaper than sapphires and other precious stones, it is more expensive than other semi-precious stones.

Sapphires range from the deepest of blue, through yellows and pinks and can make a dramatic statement within a pair of earrings.

September - Sapphires are the birthstones for September birthdays.

At one time sapphires were most commonly thought of as being a blue stone, however today many different colored sapphires are found and are highly valued.

Pink, yellow and green sapphires are all readily available and make a great alternative to the traditional blue.

Generally, high quality gemstones, such as fine sapphires and rubies, are not tumble polished, as these stones look better when they are faceted.

Pearl cluster rings often include other gemstones such as diamonds or sapphires and these bring a touch of added sparkle.

Retro styles often feature color diamonds or other gems such as aquamarines, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires.

Gemstone options for engagement rings including Rubies, Emeralds and Sapphires.

While Harry Winston rings are primarily designed with diamonds, there are also delightful choices involving rubies, emeralds, pearls, and sapphires for more colorful combinations.

Sapphires, rubies, and topaz are also popular choices.

Many earring styles use colored gemstones, such as rubies, sapphires, or emeralds as brilliant accents, or the diamonds themselves may be accents to more colorful earrings using semi precious gems.

For customers interested in gemstone jewelry other than diamonds, rubies and sapphires are also available, though Blue Nile does not typically carry fancy colored diamonds.

These "cardinal" gems included diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds.

Rubies, pink tourmaline, and pink sapphires are the most popular choices, though synthetic pink stones are also available.

Gems such as sapphires and turquoise are incorporated into some designs, and single studs are available as well.

Some alternative stones include both blue and pink sapphires, emeralds, peridot, aquamarine, rubies, amethyst, garnet, tanzanite, pink tourmaline, and pearls.

In addition to colorless cubic zirconia, Ziamond also reproduces artificial colored gems, including yellow diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds.

A few designs also use sapphires in a variety of hues.

Semi-precious gemstones with bright yellow colors include yellow sapphires, citrine, tourmaline, topaz, and cubic zirconia.

The company also offers gemstone rings with dazzling rubies, sapphires, emeralds, mystic topaz, aquamarine, garnets, citrine, peridot, and other beautiful colored gems.

Along with its beautiful engagement ring collection, Garrard also offers other jewelry collections including gemstone rings (rubies, sapphires, and emeralds are popular) and delicate tiaras, perfect for a discriminating bride.

Traditional choices are diamonds and other precious gems such as sapphires and rubies, and these stones also come in a variety of unusual shades and hues making them an exciting choice.