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SAPPHIRE
Sapphire (from Hebrew Sapir) is the single-crystal form of aluminium oxide (Al2O3), a mineral known as corundum. It can be found naturally as gemstones or manufactured in large crystal boules for a variety of applications.
Cultural and historical/mythical usage
According to Rebbenu Bachya, the word "Sapir" in the verse Exodus 28:20 means "Sapphire" and was the stone on the Ephod representing the tribe of Issachar. However, this is disputed as the sapphire of the bible was likely lapis lazuli (Texas Natural Science Center, 2006). Sapphire is the birthstone associated with September. Lady Diana Spencer's engagement ring from Charles, Prince of Wales was a sapphire ring. In The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time sapphire was used in making of Zora's sapphire, one of three Spiritual Stones, and an engagement gift to Link (Legend of Zelda) from Princess Ruto.
