Aquamarine Gems and Jewelry

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Color of the Seas and Skies

The blue of the Aquamarine is both calming and inviting to me. It is the color of the sea and sky and brings a sense of lightness, brightness and elegance when worn.

I am a gem lover and collector and aquamarines are one of my favorites. They are one of those gemstones that look good as a single gem or set in both silver or gold.

Here you will learn about the amazing gem that is Aquamarine and see different kinds of beautiful jewelry with aquamarine.

Aquamarine Gemstone 

Sparkling Gemstones

Modern jewelry designers love to create jewelry with Aquamarines. The pretty blue of the aquamarine gem bring out the creativeness in designers to create stunning artistic jewelry pieces that really bring out the brilliance in these exquisite gemstones.

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Properties of Aquamarine Gem

Gem Family: Beryl
Birthstone for: March
Color: translucent to transparent blue to pale green - icy blue.
Refraction Index: 1.577 - 1.585
Birefringence: 0.005
Moh's Hardness: 7.5 - 8
Cleavage: almost never seen
Crystal System: hexagonal

Beautiful Aquamarine Rings

Look at some beautiful rings with Aquamarines. This stunning gemstone looks attractive on both silver and gold and is a favorite with the ladies with their light-blue color that compliments all skin and eye colors.

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Mystical Beliefs

It is believed that the Aquamarine stone possess the power to keep sailors safe at sea.

The Aquamarine is considered as a gem of the sea and the treasure of mermaids and the symbol of hope, health, youth and fidelity.

Aquamarines are also believed to have healing powers and can cure headaches, insomnia and several other ailments.

Other mystical properties Aquamarines are thought to possess include protection against the wiles of the devil, help attract new friends, increase the intellect and also help smooth out differences between people.

Gorgeous Earrings

Aquamarines come in so many shape and sizes and in all kind of jewelry. Aquamarines make beautiful earrings for every lady on any occasion.

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Aquamarine Earrings

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The Aquamarine is considered the best stone for the energy center at the throat and help improve an individual's communication skill. Aquamarines also have a calm and cooling effect and are good for soothing tempers, fevers and sunburns.

Exquisite Aquamarine Pendants

Women look beautiful in sky-blue - be it a dress or an exquisite little aquamarine pendant. There is something magical about the color and vibrancy of aquamarines that has made it popular for over 2,000 years.

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Where do Aquamarines come from?

Aquamarines can be found in several places around the world such as Brazil, Afghanistan, Angola, Kenya, Madagascar, Mozambique, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Russia and Zimbabwe.

Elegant Bracelets

For elegant night out or even fo everyday wear, aquamarine bracelets make their wearer feel a little more special.

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What do you think?

Is aquamarine your favorite gemstone?

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Yes, they are. I love them.

sukkran says:

yes i love this gem stone. it is my lucky stone too

rbc says:

I love them, but equally I love all kinds of stones, they just have that magical qualities about them. I like different stones depending on my mood or day or of course what I am wearing.

Rajays says:

I would say that they are one of my favorites. I love so many gems and it is impossible to pick just one.

No, not really. I prefer other gemstones.

N says:

Aquamarines are beautiful, but my favorite gems are diamonds.

 

Aquamarines are the birthstone for March and Pisces astrological sign.

Aquamarine Gem Buzz

Lots of people talk about this amazing gemstone
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Tucson,AZJanuary 29, 2012: The JOGS Gem and Jewelry Show hosted by theTucsonExpoCenterare proud to be hosting the largest known aquamarine in the world. Located in Booth W10 of the Tucson Expo Center 3750 E Irvington Rd Tucson, AZ 85714 the amazing ...
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Emerald is the country's biggest gem export in value terms while another mineral, amethyst is the biggest export by volume sending more than 700 tonnes to the global market. Other gemstones are aquamarine, garnet and tourmaline which are also in ...
Gem Show offers different experience for vendors
TUCSON - The Tucson Gem Show is in town and some rare items are on display at the Tucson Expo Center. The most stunning is the world's largest aquamarine gem at 120000 carats. It's the first time it's ever been on display in public, it comes from ...
Pakistan Gem Expo attracts large crowd
Sparkling rare gemstones of Pakistan such as emerald, ruby and aquamarine, attracted Ambassadors and diplomats of several countries including China, Brazil, Japan, Oman, Russia, Czech Republic, and EU Ambassador. While the unique, gleaming jewellery ...

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