

Aquamarine
The treasure of mermaids, with the power to keep sailors
safe at sea
Aquamarine, the gem of the sea, is named with the Greek word
for sea water. The reference is obvious: aqua sparkles like
the sea and its color is pale to medium blue, sometimes with
a slight hint of green.
Aquamarine is said to be a particularly strong charm when
immersed in water. Aquamarine was also said to have a soothing
influence on land, especially on married couples. Its power
to help husbands and wives work out their differences and
ensure a long and happy marriage makes it a good anniversary
gift.
Aquamarine is always a pastel but the darker the color, the
more valued it is. Conoisseurs also prefer a pure blue, with
no green in it. If you prefer a greenish tinge, you will find
that these stones are less expensive. Because the color is
generally pale, aquamarine should have a good clarity.
These stones are often cut in ovals and emerald cuts. More
saturated colors are unusual in small sizes; usually it takes
some
size for the color to hold in a darker shade.
Aquamarine is a durable and lively gemstone that is appropriate
for all jewelry uses. Its pale fire is flattering to most
skin tones:
even if you're not a mermaid, you'll want to add it to your
treasure chest.
Aquamarine is found in Brazil, Zambia, Mozambique, Angola,
Nigeria, and other countries. Specific Gravity - 2.80 Hardness
- 7.50 to 8.1 Normal. It is safe to clean aquamarine in the
ultrasonic cleaner.
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