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Yellow Sapphire
Corundum (Al2O3)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 9 on the Mohs scale, yellow color caused by trace iron, adamantine to vitreous luster, trigonal crystal system, and specific gravity of 4.0
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Physical properties
Hardness of 9 on the Mohs scale, yellow color caused by trace iron, adamantine to vitreous luster, trigonal crystal system, and specific gravity of 4.0
Formation & geological history
Formed under high-temperature and pressure conditions in metamorphic or igneous rocks like pegmatites and alkali basalts over millions of years
Uses & applications
Extensively used in high-end jewelry, luxury watches, and industrial abrasives or scientific viewports
Geological facts
Yellow sapphires are traditionally associated with prosperity and wisdom in Vedic astrology, representing the planet Jupiter
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high density, extreme scratch resistance, and characteristic yellow hues; found globally in Sri Lanka, Madagascar, and Australia
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