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Aquamarine
Aquamarine is the blue to greenish blue variety of the mineral species beryl. The beryl family also includes emerald and morganite. The name aquamarine comes from the Latin word for seawater due to its color, which resembles the sea. In the Middle Ages, aquamarine was considered a symbol of happiness and everlasting youth. Today, aquamarine is the birthstone for the month of March and is designated for the 18th wedding anniversary.

Most aquamarines are heated to reduce any green overtones in the stone, bringing out a more desirable blue color. This enhancement is done on a routine basis and is stable.

Sources: Brazil, Africa, and Madagascar.

Other colored stones:

Alexandrite Amethyst Aquamarine
Citrine Diamond Emerald
Garnet Opal Pearl
Peridot Ruby Sapphire
Tanzanite Topaz Tourmaline
Zircon    

 
 

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