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Magazine 58F
Aquamarine, stone of the month of March
Aquamarine is the birthstone for the month of March. From the beryl family, like emerald or morganite, its name means “sea water” and legend says it is a treasure of nymphs. Its blue hue has made this gem a talisman for sailors, so it is commonly the symbol of protection, calm and tenderness.
Its color can be light blue to intense blue or blue-green, a color found in particular with the stones whose origin is the most prized: Santa Maria in Brazil. Aquamarines are also found in Madagascar, Pakistan and Africa (Namibia, Zambia, etc.). Very large crystals have been discovered, and the largest gem quality stone discovered in Brazil weighed more than 110 kg!
A gem that can generally be found without inclusion, its color and size will play on its appeal, and it was particularly appreciated during the period Art Deco, where it went very well with the geometric shapes of jewelry, as well as in the 1950s. You will therefore find them on beautiful rings Art Deco vintage or some rings tank vintage or on other types of vintage jewelry.
Features :
Beryl family
Hardness: 7.5 - 8
Shock resistance: fairly good
Density: 2.68-2.90