Aquamarine, a soothing blue semi-precious stone, is the birthstone for March.  Aquamarine is linked with loyalty, beauty, honesty, foresight, courage, and contentment.  It ignites love, and opens up paths for new friendships. Color:   Spans a range of blues, from pastel blue to deep blue. Aquamarines form flawless crystals and are favored by many gemstone designers. Source:   Brazil has the majority of mines, producing high quality crystals.  It can also be found in Pakistan, India, Russia, Afghanistan, USA, Madagascar, Zambia, Nigeria, and Mozambique. Age:   Aquamarines were first associated with the Romans, who honored the gem’s supposed power. Roman grooms presented it to their wives on their wedding night, as it was associated with promoting marital harmony. Family:  Beryl Hardness:  7.5-8 on the Mohs scale Gemstone Properties/Healing Properties:   Symbolically, aquamarine is linked with loyalty, beauty, honesty, foresight, courage, and contentment. Considered to relieve discord in romantic relationships, it promotes mutual understanding and reconciliation. … [Continue reading]