White Sapphire

White Sapphire or Saffed Pukhraj represents the planet Venus and the Zodiac Libra. Blessing one with radiance and glamour, Saffed Pukhraj can make one stand apart from the crowd. White Sapphire is known to improve Megha shakti and innovative powers and also enhances sex appeal.

Pukhraj is recommended for people in career related to public relations. Also, for those who wish to shine among the crowd and be remembered, like players, models, writers and actors, Saffed Pukhraj is favorable.

White Sapphire brings radiance and helps in elevating a person’s potential. Also, White Sapphire generates keenness towards creative endeavors and increases the flow of wealth.

Saffed Pukhraj is the colorless form of Sapphire and often used as a diamond substitute. Less expensive than diamonds, White sapphires are also purchased by socially conscious purchasers to avoid any political issues by conflict diamonds.

A naturally occurring Saffed Pukhraj is very rare to find and hence most white sapphires are heat treated to obtain clear color. Chemically treated white sapphires are also obtained depending upon the quality and usage.

Care & Cleaning of Saffed Pukhraj

Sapphire is the most durable gemstone. It can be cleaned with warm water, soft brush and detergent. Also, ultrasonic or steam cleaners do not harm White Sapphire.

White Sapphire or Saffed Pukhraj should be embedded in ring or worn as a pendant on a Friday in presence of Bharani, Purvaphalguni and Purvashadha constellations. In case all the three constellations are not visible at the same time, then Saffed Pukhraj should be worn in Shukla Paksha (waxing moon) in hora of Venus.