Blue Sapphire (Neelam)

What is Blue Sapphire (Neelam)?

Blue Sapphire is the blue variety of corundum, the same mineral family as Ruby, with a hardness of 9. Ruled by Saturn (Shani) in astrology, Neelam is one of the most respected — and most talked-about — gemstones in South Asia.

Neelam Benefits & Who Should Wear It

In Vedic tradition Neelam is associated with Saturn and is believed to bring discipline, focus, protection and sudden fortune when it suits the wearer. Because it is considered fast-acting, astrologers usually advise a trial before wearing it permanently. Always consult a qualified astrologer first.

How to Identify an Original Blue Sapphire

A natural Neelam shows a pure blue colour, good transparency and a cool lustre, free of dye or heavy glass filling. Kashmir and Ceylon origins are the most prized. Buy only stones that can be laboratory-verified — we support certification on every Neelam.

Blue Sapphire Price in Pakistan — What Affects It

Neelam price in Pakistan is driven by colour, clarity, carat weight, origin and treatment. Kashmir and fine Ceylon sapphires command premium prices; heat-treated commercial stones are more accessible. Each stone is individually weighed and priced.

Why Buy Blue Sapphire (Neelam) from GemStore.pk

• 100% natural & certified — every stone is hand-inspected and independently lab-verifiable.
• Transparent pricing — the real weight, quality and price are listed on every single piece.
• Nationwide cash on delivery — delivered to Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan, Peshawar, Quetta, Sialkot and Gujranwala and every city in Pakistan.
• Easy returns — a clear return & refund policy so you can buy with confidence.

Blue Sapphire quick facts

• Also called: Neelam
• Mineral: corundum (aluminium oxide)
• Colour: light cornflower blue to deep royal blue
• Hardness: 9 on the Mohs scale
• Main sources: Sri Lanka (Ceylon), Kashmir, Madagascar, Thailand and Africa
• Astrology: ruled by Saturn (Shani); traditionally for Capricorn, Aquarius and Libra (September birthstone)

How to wear it

Traditionally the stone is worn on the middle finger of the right hand, set in silver or white gold, first worn on a Saturday evening. Choose a setting that keeps it in contact with the skin if you follow the astrological tradition, and confirm the details with a qualified astrologer — see our gemstones by zodiac sign hub for a starting point.

What decides the blue sapphire price

The price in Pakistan depends on colour and tone (medium-deep velvety blue is most valued), clarity, origin (Ceylon and Kashmir carry a premium), carat weight and treatment. Every listing in this collection shows the exact carat weight and price, and our gemstone price guide explains typical ranges so you can compare with confidence.

Care and cleaning

Sapphire is extremely durable; clean with warm soapy water and a soft cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals on oiled or fracture-filled stones.

Blue Sapphire (Neelam) price in Pakistan (October 2026)

Blue Sapphire (Neelam) sells in Pakistan for roughly PKR 2,300 to PKR 6,600 per carat, so a usual 3.8-carat stone costs about PKR 13,000 to PKR 27,500. That range is the middle half of 175 blue sapphire (neelam) listings surveyed at Pakistani online gem retailers in October 2026.

Untreated Kashmir and Sri Lankan (Ceylon) neelam command the highest prices; heat-treated and included stones are a fraction of that, and large clean stones rise faster than carat weight alone. At GemStore.pk the lowest listed rate works out to about PKR 1,710 per carat, below the surveyed median of PKR 4,900 per carat.

Currently listed here:

• Sri Lankan Blue Sapphire Stone 5 Carat — PKR 35,000 (5 ct)
• Original Blue Sapphire (Neelam) — PKR 12,000 (4.3 ct)
• Afghani Blue Sapphire Stone 5 Carat — PKR 15,000 (5 ct)
• African Blue Sapphire (Neelam) — PKR 12,000 (7 ct)

Prices are what sellers publicly ask, not an appraisal. A stone is worth checking in person or against an independent laboratory report before you pay.

Buying from GemStore.pk

How we verify every stone

Before a listing goes live the piece is weighed on a calibrated carat scale, examined under magnification for treatment and filling, photographed in daylight and described exactly as it is. Anything we cannot verify as natural is simply not sold. You are welcome to have any purchase independently tested — that is what lab-verifiable means.

Delivery, payment and returns

Orders are packed in a padded box and sent by tracked courier to every city in Pakistan, usually within 1–3 working days for major cities and 3–5 elsewhere. Pay the rider on delivery after checking the parcel. If the item arrives damaged or is not as described, tell us within 7 days for a replacement or a full refund — see the Return Policy.

Packaging and presentation

Loose pieces come in a sealed pouch with the carat weight on the invoice; rings and pendants arrive in a gift box. If the order is a present, tell us and we will leave the price off the packing slip. Every parcel is photographed before sealing so you can compare what left us with what arrived.

Sizes, settings and matching pieces

Most pieces are available loose or set in silver as a ring, pendant or bracelet; tell us the finger size or chain length and the setting is made to order in 3–5 working days. If you need a matched pair or a specific carat weight for an astrological prescription, send the details and we will suggest what is in stock or source it for you.

Explore more about Blue Sapphire: read Blue Sapphire Benefits (Neelam) & Who Should Wear It, read Ruby vs Sapphire: What's the Difference?, check the gemstone price guide for Pakistan, find your stone by zodiac sign.