sapphire

noun

sap·phire | \ˈsa-ˌfī(-ə)r

Definition of sapphire

1a : a gem variety of corundum in transparent or translucent crystals of a color other than red especially : one of a transparent rich blue

b : a gem of such corundum

2 : a deep purplish-blue color

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This fall, though, jewel tones are coming in strong, and with them, an urge to swap safe shades for vibrant amethyst, sapphire, and ruby. — Glamour Beauty Editors, Glamour, "Prepare to Want Jewel Tone Eyeshadow This Fall," 3 Aug. 2018 The sapphire also appeared at the 2002 Academy Awards. — Colin Kellaher, WSJ, "Millennium Sapphire Comes Out of Hiding in $50 Million Deal," 22 Aug. 2018 According to The Daily Mail, the 12-carat oval Ceylon sapphire was unpopular with the royals for a particular reason. — Amy Mackelden, Harper's BAZAAR, "Kate Middleton’s Engagement Ring Is Controversial Because of Princess Diana," 19 Aug. 2018 Swap your pastel dye job for luxe tones of sapphire, burgundy, and plum. — Lillian Chen, Seventeen, "8 Super Cute Fall Hair Color Trends That Will Make You Crave a PSL," 23 July 2018 For blue sapphires, traditionally the most sought-after color, the important trace elements are iron and titanium. — C. Claiborne Ray, New York Times, "From One Mineral, Brilliant Reds and Bright Blues," 22 June 2018 The loot consisted of loose diamonds and sapphires in large quantities, bundles of cash, and gold and platinum bullion. — Eric Konigsberg, Town & Country, "Old School Jewelry Heists Are on the Rise—And Celebrities Are the Target," 12 Apr. 2018 The Queen Mary Diamond Bandeau Tiara, made in 1932, features a diamond brooch in the center (Meghan’s tiara has, in the past, been spotted with a sapphire in the center). — Raisa Bruner, Time, "Meghan Markle’s Wedding Tiara Is the Sparkly Queen Mary Diamond Bandeau," 19 May 2018 In the Annunciation patterning also spreads across the floor: Mary and the annunciate angel are precious gems — a ruby, a sapphire — in a celestial jewel box. — New York Times, "Review: Art for the Soul in ‘Fra Angelico: Heaven on Earth’," 16 May 2018

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