Aquamarine

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What Aquamarine looks like:Aquamarine ranges in a variety of color like colorless blue, blue-green or teal. The most popular color is a deep blue aqua color. Aquamarine gets its name from the Latin word water or sea.  Aquamarine is known as the poor man’s gold.

Aquamarine became the March birthstone in 1912. Aquamarine is also the birthstone for the Scorpio, the Zodiac sign. Aquamarine is the suggested gemstone to give for a 16th or 19th wedding anniversaries.

Aquamarine jewelry has been popular since 400 BC. It was especially popular to sailors because it was believed that the aquamarine gems would protect them from the evil sea monsters and that it would help prevent sea sickness.

 

 

Care should be taken to protect aquamarine from scratches and sharp blows. Keep aquamarine in a dark place because it can become paler if let out in the sun. Clean your Aquamarine in an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner with warm soapy water and a soft bristle brush.

Legend also says that Aquamarine heals nerve pain, glandular problems, toothache, and disorders of the neck, jaw and throat. It is also said to make  the liver and kidneys stronger. It takes away problems with ears, eyes, and stomach. It also cures coughs. It is said to take away grief and depression.