Aquamarine: Ocean Turned Into Stone

Aquamarine is the ocean turned from water into stone. The name ‘Aquamarine’ comes from its color range which is similar to sea water. Aquamarine is water element stone with cleansing and calming aura.

Those born in March can wear Aquamarine for bringing prosperity in their lives because it is their official birthstone. But other Zodiac signs can also benefit from wearing this stone. It is an amazing stone for those who are drawn to the cleansing energy of water.

Unique Properties of Aquamarine

It is light blue-green transparent variety of Beryl mineral family. Aquamarine’s sea-blue color ranges from pale light blue to medium dark blue and has caught the attention of many people. You can typically differentiate Aquamarine from others for this distinctive sea blue color.

Among the Beryl family, Aquamarine is very hard and sustainable. On the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, Aquamarine ranges from 7.5 to 8.

It has exclusive transparency and clarity which is very much visually appealing when worn.

It also has a hard to feel and vitreous glass-like luster which also makes it stand out from the other gemstones.

'Dom Pedro' the biggest Aquamarine gemstone weighing about 26 kgs was found in Germany in the year 1992 and created a major record. This also increased the popularity of this stone

Benefits of Aquamarine

Aquamarine stone is a very beneficial stone without any side-effects.

• Aquamarine enhances intelligence, wisdom and creativity.
• It is a great stone for learners. It opens your mind to learn new things faster and excel at it.
• Aquamarine is related to truth. More and more secrets and truths are revealed to you after you wear this stone. It saves from conspiracies at the workplace or in family.
• Couples should wear Aquamarine stone during courtship period. This helps them to understand each other in true sense.
• Aquamarine also enhances tolerance and sustainability within new environment.
• Aquamarine helps in overcoming pain, grief and fear from the past.
• In ancient times, it was said that sea merchants would carry Aquamarine in their pockets to protect them from the fear of drowning

Aquamarine is the best gifting option for those who have perfect aesthetic sense. If you want to sweep your girl off her feet, there is no better gift than Aquamarine gemstone studded jewellery.

How is Aquamarine evaluated?

Aquamarine gemstone price depends on its color, origin, cut & clarity. Aquamarine price per carat starts from ₹ 900 ($15) per carat and can go up to ₹15,000 ($200) or above per carat, depending upon the quality. While Aquamarine is evaluated, the major factor that is kept in mind is the intensity of its color and the amount of clarity.

Origin

The main sources of Aquamarine are Brazil, Madagascar & Zambia. Brazilian stones are regarded best due to their fine blue hue & transparency. Aquamarine is highly extracted in Brazil and exported across the world.

Color

Aquamarine has all the colors of sea water. Its shades range in color from greenish-blue to pastel blue to blue-green. Aquamarine of pure & bright blue color is regarded best. However, stones with green, yellow & brown tints are less valuable.

Clarity

Natural Aquamarine generally has fingerprints & fluid inclusions. The visibility of these inclusions determine its clarity.The best quality gemstones are free of eye visible inclusions and highly included stones are less valuable.

Cut

Aquamarine is cut to bring out its potential beauty. A fine cut Aquamarine stone looks bright & consistently colored. Premium quality stones are preferred to be cut in faceted Oval, Cushion, Round & other fancy shapes. Highly Included or less transparent stones are generally cut as cabochon. Highly Faceted stones are more expensive due to losses incurred in the process.

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