aquamarine 2.62cts - 9x6mm

Aquamarine is a dreamy gemstone that is light blue or greenish-blue in appearance. It derives its name from the combination of two Latin words that mean water of the sea. The color of this gemstone is a perfect reflection of a sea, and it evokes the same calm and deeper emotions in its bearers just like the sea would on its onlookers. Although discovered in 1723, the stone was used by ancient Greeks and Romans to be blessed by the true spirit of the sea during their seafaring journey. The crystal belongs to the Beryl mineral family and is often referred to as the queen of Beryl.

The gemstone is known for its luminous quality and these gemstones are type 1. Though high-clarity aquamarine does not include many visible inclusions, certain inclusions give the ethereal sparkle under the light at the correct angle to the crystal, called chatoyancy. This cat eye effect looks mesmerizing in the cool hues of the aquamarine. Even rarer inclusion in aquamarine is asterism. Aquamarine continues to be the inspiration for many jewelers including Harry Winston. Aquamarine is also given as a gift for the 16th and 19th wedding anniversaries.

Owing to its steady rise in popularity it is fondly admired as the gemstone of the future.

QUALITY

Beryl varieties are sometimes gently heated to produce the desired shade of blue but natural aquamarine gemstones are rare and expensive. Buy the best quality aquamarine, untreated and unheated, all-natural crystals online on Gempiece at the best price.  

Color: A good quality aquamarine has a clear blue or greenish blue color with no yellow, grey, or brown hues in it and the color is seamlessly distributed. The color intensity can vary from lighter to deeper hues. A pure blue colored crystal is priced higher than the greenish blue ones but let your preference for the stone stand higher.

Clarity: a good quality aquamarine is without any inclusions and blemishes. It is a type 1 gemstone known for its transparency and clarity. But small inclusions are acceptable in lower quality gemstones and few and rarer inclusions include asterism and silk inclusions giving the stone its chatoyancy.

Cut: An aquamarine can be cut in various shapes including emerald, oval, and pear, as well as more modern cuts like cushion and trillion. A multi-faceted aquamarine is more expensive than the traditional cuts. But the cut aims to bring out the best brilliance and color of the stone.  

Carat: Aquamarine Is priced according to the carat weight with larger stones priced higher than smaller ones. But stones above 25 carat are priced less due to the difficulty in using them in a jewel piece.

You can get the best quality Aquamarines online at Gempiece at the best price and choose from the array of gemological certificates we provide to determine for yourself the authenticity of the gemstone. Cross-verify it with other certificates to ensure that the gemstone is genuine.

METAPHYSICAL PROPERTIES ASSOCIATED WITH AQUAMARINE

The crystal being blue is known for its calming and soothing energy. Ancient Greeks believed that their god Poseidon himself created a quagmire and so believed that it could calm the waves of great seas themselves. Their sailors wore it as talismans and amulets to ensure safe passage. It is called the Stone of Courage.

 It is associated with the Throat chakra and Third eye chakra.

Connecting one with the throat chakra, Aquamarine influences their communication and self-expression, bringing out their honest self. By aligning one with their third eye chakra, it helps one tap into their inner wisdom, allowing one to grow in spirituality and stay more focused. It can help one in meditation and healing by promoting balance within oneself and providing tranquility just like the still water it represents.

It also helps in physical healing by building a strong vitality and respiratory system. Thus, ultimately it enhances creativity, emotional healing, intuition, clarity, and mental focus.

WHO CAN WEAR IT

Aquamarine is the birthstone for March. While the crystal is mostly associated with the zodiac sign Pieces, it is also beneficial for those born under the signs Aries, Scorpio, and Gemini.

Pieces being a water sign, creative and passion-driven, can wear aquamarine to feel more confident in themselves, enhance their intuitions, and connect with their inner wisdom.

Aries is a fire sign, known for their ambition and energy. Aquamarine helps them by enhancing their inner calmness and emotional balance which can help Aries to focus their energy on a goal more precisely and stay focused.

Scorpio being a water sign, Scorpios are highly intuitive and passionate. While aquamarine helps them by enhancing these qualities it also gives them a rooted emotional state which can give Scorpios more mental balance.

Gemini is an air sign and Geminis are quick to adapt, versatile, and intellectual. Aquamarine enhances their creativity, builds originality, and provides a better mental state to stay focused which can help their inventive nature.

Traditionally rings with aquamarine crystals are worn on the ring finger of the right hand.

Irrespective of the signs, if you are attracted to the crystal and if you feel that the gem resonated with your personality better, buy the best quality Aquamarine from the best of sources at Gempiece online and make it yours.

GEM CARE

Aquamarine has a hardness of 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale. It is a relatively hard gemstone and so can make durable jewelry. However, the stone has poor tenacity and so it can be chipped or scratched when it comes into contact with harder materials.

Aquamarine is temperature sensitive to an extent and so it shouldn’t be exposed to sudden temperature changes as it can change its color or cause damage to it due to thermal shock. Overexposure to the sun should also be avoided as it may lead to fading.

Do not use abrasive chemicals to clean the crystal and it shouldn’t be exposed to bleach etc. Clean it with lukewarm water, and use a damp, soft cloth while cleaning.

Store the gem separately from other jewelry and gems as it can cause scratches and store it in a jewelry box or soft pouch.

Have the crystal professionally inspected every few years to ensure that it is free of damage.

WHY CHOSE FROM US

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