Aquamarine, the dazzlingly blue birthstone for the month of March, has one of the most unique hues amongst precious stones. Its rich colour has long been a symbol of youthfulness, good health and hope.
Aquamarine is generally paired with metals like silver or white gold when set in fine jewellery. The colour combination works well together and can add a special, summery feel to any outfit. The mesmerising colours of this sublime blue gemstonerange from pale to deep blues and are often associated with the ocean.
Aquamarine is the name used for the mineral beryl within the colour range of greenish blue to blue.
Beryl was once one of the world’s only important ores of beryllium metal. However, the extraction of beryllium is very expensive. These days, small amounts of beryl are a by-product of gemstone mining.
Aquamarine gemstones can range from a very light hue to much deeper, vibrant shades of blue. The term aquamarine is derived from a combination of two Latin words. The first one, aqua, means water and the second, marina means sea. Together, the word translates to the colour of the sea.
