What Is Aquamarine? Color, Meaning & the March Birthstone
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What Is Aquamarine｜Color, Meaning & March Birthstone
COLOR · MEANING · MARCH BIRTHSTONE
A clear, translucent ocean blue. Aquamarine is a beryl, like emerald and morganite, and its name comes from the Latin "aqua marina" (sea water). From its meaning as March's birthstone to its natural, unheated colour — an honest introduction.
What Is Aquamarine
About the Stone
A beryl, like emerald (green) and morganite (pink). A trace of iron gives it its soft pale-blue to blue. Highly transparent, and at Mohs 7.5–8 it's hard enough for everyday wear.
The Origin of Its Name
History
The name comes from the Latin "aqua marina" (sea water). For its clear blue, it was long treasured by sailors as a charm for safe voyages. Its sea-like blue has drawn people across the ages.
About the Color, Honestly
About the Color
Much of the market's aquamarine is heated to deepen the blue. SMUK's aquamarine is unheated — we deliver the soft, natural blue the stone was born with, including the slight colour variation only nature gives.
Meaning & Symbolism
Meaning & Symbolism
Clear-blue aquamarine has long been a stone of "happiness," "composure" and "courage." As March's birthstone, it's chosen as a treat for yourself and a gift for someone dear. From Brazil; the mineral is beryl.
Collection
The Aquamarine Collection
Unheated aquamarine on Silver 925 with rhodium plating — a clear blue in simple, everyday-friendly designs.
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A clear blue glow, as a quiet accent to your days. May its pure colour stay gently by you.
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