Substitute Gemstone of Neelam Stone

Neelam stone is one of the most powerful stones and is known worldwide for its unique characteristics and benefits. It is said that the effects of this gem is so strong that no other stone can act as its replacement stone. However, the cost of neelam stone and the fact that it doesn’t suit everybody makes it tough for those who are fans of this stone to wear it. There are many people who love the color of blue sapphire but would mind investing so much in the stone, simply for jewelry purpose. Adding to that is that fact that the gem must always be worn after consultation from an astrologer. So an easy and affordable beautiful blue colored stone, that is a substitute of the expensive and valuable blue sapphire is – Amethyst stone.

Amethyst is a stone that is found in the same hues as a blue sapphire. If one doesn’t know the difference between these two stones, it will be hard to make out which one is blue sapphire and which is amethyst. 

Amethyst stone is known to be very good for those who are addicted to some bad habit. It is said that if people are addicted to drugs, alcohol or smoking, keeping this stone near them helps in getting rid of their bad habits. Amethyst, also known as neeli stone because of its bluish purple color also makes very good jewelry. Neeli stone is found in abundance in nature so people can easily get a gem made into the form of jewelry. 

Amethyst stone online can be found on many online stores and they can be made into all kinds of jewelry. It has many astrological benefits too, so it is used in general by many people for both astrological as well as fashion purposes. Amethyst stone online has been given the name jamunia stone because of its color, which resembles the fruit Jamun. Its purple color makes it look very beautiful. Jamunia stone or amethyst is worn to counteract the effects of Saturn or Shani. This is again one of the similarities between Amethyst stone and blue sapphire stone. 

Iolite stone is also one of the stones that look very similar to blue sapphire and is used as a substitute. Iolite stone has a beautiful hue and a nice texture. It makes very beautiful jewelry and is worn by people in the form if rings, pendants, bracelets and earrings most of the time.