Padparadscha Sapphire is a rare and exotic variety of sapphire that displays a stunning pink-orange or lotus-blossom hue. The name “Padparadscha” is derived from the Sinhalese word for lotus flower, symbolizing this unique blend of sunset pink and golden orange tones. It belongs to the Corundum mineral family, like blue sapphire and ruby. In Vedic astrology, it is linked with both Jupiter (Guru) and the Sun (Surya), depending on the undertone and purpose. Its beauty and rarity make it a prized possession among collectors and spiritually inclined individuals.
Color: Pinkish-orange to orange-pink (lotus blossom tone)
Hardness: 9 on the Mohs scale
Sources: Sri Lanka (Ceylon – finest), Madagascar, Tanzania
Planet: Jupiter (Guru) / Sun (Surya) – depending on undertone and usageColor: Colorless, white, yellow, blue, pink, and champagne shades
Hardness: 10 on the Mohs scale (hardest natural substance)
Sources: South Africa, Russia, Australia, Canada, Botswana, India
Planet: Venus (Shukra)
