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Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) Stone Price, Facts, Properties & Benefits
Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) Stone Facts
Yellow sapphire is called ‘Pukhraj’ in Hindi also known as kanaka pushya raga, kanakapushyaragam and pushyaragam in India. It belongs to corundum species. Sapphire comes in all colors, like Yellow sapphire (Pukhraj), Blue Sapphire (Neelam), Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire etc. If color is not specified, Sapphire means Blue Sapphire.
Red variety of corundum is given a special name – Ruby. So, all Color Sapphires including Ruby belongs to corundum species. Corundum also includes Star Sapphire, Star Ruby, Color Changing Sapphires & very desirable Pink-Orange Color Sapphire called ‘Padparadscha’
Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) Properties
Hardness | : | ‘9’ (Moh’s scale of hardness) |
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Optic Character | : | Anisotropic |
Refractive Index (RI) | : | 1.760 – 1.778. |
Birefringence | : | 0.007 – 0.010. |
Specific Gravity | : | 3.99 – 4.01 |
Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) Quality
If you see a transparent and clear stone, there is a very fair chance that it is not real. All Natural gemstones have inclusions. Even the top-quality gemstones would have inclusions (although very less). Only synthetic (man-made) stones are free of natural inclusions (flawless).
What is the Price of Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) Stone?
Pricing of yellow Sapphire depends on its Color, Transparency, Luster and Cutting style. A Good Quality Yellow Sapphire should have prominent Yellow Color, fair transparency to allow light to pass through. A Good quality yellow sapphire should not look dull, it should have luster (shine) on its surface. Yellow Sapphire should be cut symmetrically in Oval, Rectangular, Cushion or Round shape. The most desirable shapes are Oval and Cushion. The Pricing depends a lot on the density of Inclusions and Type of inclusions. All natural gemstones have inclusions. But Less inclusions means better transparency, hence less included gemstones command higher prices. The Nature of inclusions also holds importance. Presence of Black spots, Knots or cracks brings down the rate of Gemstones. It is so, because these kinds of inclusions are considered negative as per astrology. On the other hand, It also affects the appearance of the gemstone. As per current market trend in India, The Gem-quality Yellow Sapphire Gemstone Price should start at ₹ 5,000 ($ 67.23) per carat. Below that we can get only industrial-quality gems which would have black spots, cracks etc and hence priced so. If you get very good quality at lesser price, you should get cautious as it might be either a synthetic or Used Yellow Sapphire. Yellow Sapphire can range up to ₹ 50,000 ($ 672.34) per Carat (as per current trend in Indian market).
Benefits of Wearing Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) Stone
Yellow Sapphire is a gemstone of planet Jupiter (Guru). It is a very powerful and beneficial stone. Jupiter can nullify the ill effects of other planets too. Yellow Sapphire can be worn by anyone as it does not have any side effects.
Jupiter is the significator of Education, Career, Marriage and Children. Strong Jupiter ensures Good Education, Good lifestyle and Good Family Life. A weak Jupiter can result in break in education, frequent job change, delay in marriage, Unhappy family life or delay in children.
A person with weak Jupiter also faces financial stress and emotional instability. If you have any of the problems mentioned above, then you must wear yellow sapphire.
People with Financial issues or dis-satisfactory Professional life must wear Yellow Sapphire. As per western astrology, It is also the birthstone for people born in the month of November. It is lucky stone for people who have Sagittarius and Pisces as Zodiac sign in their birth chart.
How to Wear Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) Stone?
Yellow Sapphire should be worn on Thursday, which is the day for Jupiter. It is worn in Index finger and should be made in Yellow metal- Gold or Panchdhatu (alloy).
Men should wear Pukhraj it in Right hand while women can wear it in right hand or Left hand as per their choice. Yellow sapphire can also be worn as Pendant.
Day of Wearing Yellow Sapphire | : | Thursday |
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Metal for Yellow Sapphire | : | Gold or Panchdhaatu |
Finger for Yellow Sapphire | : | Index Finger |
Mantra for Jupiter | : | Om Streem Brahm Brihaspataye Namah |
Yellow Sapphire Mines: Sources and Origin
Currently, Ceylon mines in Sri Lanka are considered the best source of yellow Sapphire. Yellow Sapphires from Ceylon mines are called ‘Ceylonese or Sri Lankan Yellow Sapphires. But in recent times the price of Sri Lankan yellow sapphires have shot up exponentially, making Sri Lankan sapphires unaffordable for many. Due to this, people are now opting for yellow sapphires of Thai origin, also called Bangkok or Thailand yellow sapphire’. Bangkok yellow sapphires offer better color tone and quality in the affordable range.
Bangkok Yellow sapphires are widely accepted these days as they are considered equally beneficial astrologically and are superior in the overall look. These Bangkok sapphires have slight treatments for enhancing their quality. The treatments can range from first degree to severe treatment level.
Only first-degree heating is acceptable in Yellow Sapphire. Severe Treatments like Glass Filling, Dying, are strictly prohibited as it alters the basic physical properties of the stone. If you buy Bangkok Sapphire, You must ensure the stone has not undergone any treatment beyond slight heating of first degree. Always insist for Lab-report when you buy Yellow Sapphire. The Lab Report should clearly mention the Origin and Treatments (if any).
Know Yellow Sapphire
Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj in Hindi) belongs to corundum species. Sapphire comes in all colors, like Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj), Blue sapphire (Neelam), Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire etc. If color is not specified, Sapphire means Blue Sapphire. Red variety of corundum is called Ruby. So, all Color Sapphires & Ruby belong to corundum species.
Other varieties of corundum include Star Sapphire, star Ruby, Color Changing Sapphires & very desirable Pink-Orange Color Sapphire called Padparadscha from Sri Lanka. Yellow Sapphire, Pukhraj stone is worn widely due to its great importance in Indian Vedic astrology. yellow sapphire stone is associated with Jupiter planet (Guru) as per Indian Vedic astrology. Yellow sapphire ring made of gold or alloy is worn on Thursday in the index finger. We make customized Yellow Sapphire Rings for men and women as per requirement. Buy only certified natural Pukhraj stone for astrological reasons.
Yellow Sapphire, Corundum has a hardness of 9 on Moh’s scale of hardness. Refractive Index (RI) value Range is between 1.760 – 1.778 & Specific Gravity (SG) range is 3.99 – 4.01. Ceylon, Sri Lankan Yellow Sapphires are good in Transparency & Luster and considered premium in the gemstone market. Sri Lanka has been a major source of sapphires for few decades. At present also, world’s best sapphires come from Sri Lanka.
Ceylon Sapphires commonly have inclusions like Zircon Halos, Rutile Needles & Included Crystals. When you buy Yellow Sapphire, always ask for a laboratory report for its authenticity /Natural Origin. Pricing of Sapphires is a matter of comparison of their quality. Stones are graded carefully on quality parameters like Color Tone, Cut, Transparency / Clarity, Finish. Sapphires are normally heated to enhance their color & transparency. Slight heating is considered normal for sapphires by trade people.
Frequently Asked Questions About Yellow Sapphire Stone
1. Which Stone can be worn with Pukhraj?
Ruby (Manik)& Red Coral (Moonga) can be worn with Pukhraj stone. Pukhra is commonly not worn with Emerald (Panna) & Diamond.
2. Is a yellow sapphire expensive?
Yellow Sapphire is a Precious stone. It is very effective Astrological stone. Price of Yellow Sapphire depends on Color, Transparency, Cut, weight & Origin. Yellow Sapphire should be Unheated & Untreated for Best results. You should not wear Heated, Glass filled stones as they are less expensive & provide no Astrological results. Price range of Natural Ceylon Yellow sapphire stones is ₹ 5,000 ($ 67.23) to ₹ 50,000 ($ 672.34).
3. What color is the birthstone for November?
Yellow Sapphire & Citrine stone are Birthstones for November Month.
4. Which yellow sapphire is best?
Currently, Ceylon mines in Sri Lanka are considered the best source of yellow Sapphire. Yellow Sapphires from Ceylon mines are called ‘Ceylonese or Sri Lankan Yellow Sapphires.
5. What is the cost of Pukhraj (Yellow Sapphire) stone?
Costs of yellow sapphire stone vary depending on the quality, weight, color, cut, and clarity grade. The 4 Cs! Our yellow sapphire stone Price starts from ₹ 5,000 ($ 67.23) to ₹ 50,000 ($ 672.34), as you can see, there’s something for everyone depending on your budget and wants.