

The fruits of the tree are Rubies, the base of the trunk is Diamond, and the roots of the tree are made of precious Sapphires. In Hindu Mythology, the Kalpavriksha is a wish-fulfilling divine tree, described as being made up of precious stones. 3 – Ancient PersiaĪncient Persians had a belief that Blue Sapphires were actually chips from a huge pedestal that supported the earth, the reflections of which coloured the sky blue. Later on, Sapphires were popular with necromancers and witches, due to their supposed ability to tap into the ‘third eye’.

At the famous oracle at Delphi, Sapphires were often worn due to the belief that Sapphires are connected to the spirit world. The Ancient Greeks associated Sapphire with the god Apollo. Sapphires feature in the Crown Jewels, as well as the infamous Ceylon Sapphire engagement ring given to the late Princess Diana by King Charles III, which is now proudly adorned by the Duchess of Cambridge.īut, did you know that Sapphire’s reputation as a regal gem dates back to around the 2nd Century AD? At around this time, it was said that kings wore Sapphires around their neck to protect them from harm. Sapphires have long been associated with the British Royal Family.

How many of them do you know? 1 – The Royal Gemstone Sapphires are steeped in myth and legend.
