Helen of Troy was said to derive her beauty and power, in part, because she owned a star-stone. In cultures flanking the Mediterranean Sea, Star Sapphires were thought to be love charms and magical talismans. Star Sapphires were thought to have special powers, stronger and more unique than that of regular Sapphires. Polished opaque star-stones, have a silvery shimmer instead of a distinct star. The name refers to a curious phenomenon that results in a vivid white six-pointed star in polished transparent gemstones.
They come in every shade of the rainbow, although red ones will be called Star Rubies instead. They are included in some of the ancient and medieval lapidaries, texts that describe gemstones and their powers, and are sometimes given their own distinct section in modern lapidaries. Star Sapphires have been one of the most highly prized gemstones for centuries.
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