AQUAMARINE

Gemstone Characteristics 

• Color: Ranges from pale, watery blue to deeper blue, sometimes with greenish tints, due to iron impurities. 

    Mineral Family: Beryl (like emerald and morganite).

    Hardness: 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, making it durable for jewelry.

    Crystal System: Hexagonal, often forming columnar crystals. 

    Formation: Found in granite pegmatites, often alongside other minerals. 

Benefits and Properties

• Calmness and Serenity
• Communication
• Emotional Healing
• Protection
• Throat Health
• Digestive System
• Stress Relief
• Intuition
• Meditation Aid

Aquamarine is a stunning gemstone with a rich history and

a variety of benefits. Whether you appreciate its beauty in

jewelry, its calming properties, or its symbolic significance,

aquamarine has much to offer. Whether you choose to wear

it or keep it in your space.

Meaning and Symbolism

• Seawater Association: Its name comes from the Latin words aqua (water) and marine (of the sea). Ancient mariners believed the gem would calm waves and keep sailors safe at sea.
• Calmness and Communication: Symbolically, aquamarine is associated with tranquility, clarity, and harmony. It is believed to help the wearer express their thoughts clearly, overcome the fear of public speaking, and enhance self-confidence.
• Relationships: It is thought to enhance happiness in marriages and strengthen the bonds of love, making it a traditional gift for the 19th wedding anniversary.

Healing Properties: In crystal healing, it is linked to the throat chakra and is believed to alleviate problems related to the throat, lungs, and immune system.