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History and Lore
Legends
say that Aquamarine is the treasure of mermaids, with the
power to keep sailors safe at sea. Its power is enhanced
when it is immersed in water.
Aquamarine
was also said to have a soothing influence on married
couples. Its power to ensure a long and happy marriage makes
it a good anniversary gift.
Aquamarine
protect against the wiles of the devil.
A dream of
aquamarine means that you will meet new friends.
Aquamarine
is the US birthstone for March.
Quality, Value & Availability
Aquamarine
is usually a pastel blue but the darker the colour, the more
valued it is. Connoisseurs also prefer a pure blue with no
green or gray in it. If you prefer a yellow green tinge,
these stones are generally less expensive.
More
saturated colours are unusual in small sizes: usually only
larger gems have a strong colour.
Because
the colour is generally pale and inclusions are very
visible, most collectors prefer aquamarine to have good
clarity.
Aquamarine
is most often cut in ovals and emerald cuts.
Sources
Aquamarine
is found in Brazil, Zambia, Mozambique, Angola, Nigeria,
Madagascar, and other countries.
Routine Enhancements
Greenish
aquamarine is often heated to remove the yellow component of
the colour. The treatment is stable and undetectable.
Care & Cleaning
With a
hardness of 7.5 on the Mohs scale aquamarine is a durable
gem, perfect for everyday wear.
Clean with
mild dish soap in warm water: use a toothbrush to scrub to
scrub behind the stone where dust can collect. |
