Yellow Sapphire aka as Pokhraj is associated with the planet Jupiter (Guru or Brihaspati). It brings wisdom and intellect, financial prosperity and career growth, success in business and professional goals, and protection from negative influences by strengthening your Jupiter. Chemically, it is composed of Aluminium Oxide (Al2O3) with trace amounts of Iron (Fe3+ ions) causing its yellow colour. Like other sapphires it has a hardness of 9 on the Mohs scale making it a durable gemstone. This Pokhraj originates from the old mines of Ceylon (Sri Lanka) and are completely natural. Its characteristics generally describe lighter and lemon shades of yellow with greater clarity compared to other Yellow Sapphires thus placing it on the higher end of the price point compared to its counterparts as it known to provide stronger astrological influence.