What is an aquamarine?
Aquamarine’s are gemstones that belong to the beryl family. Due to its name being derived from the latin words for ‘sea’ and ‘water’, the gemstone is associated with the ocean. The aquamarine birthstone also represents the month of March.
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Is an aquamarine a precious stone?
No, aquamarines are semi precious stones as they’re less rare than precious stones.
Are aquamarine stones durable?
Yes! Aquamarines are durable and suitable for everyday use. While they’re not as hard as diamonds they have a hardness value of 7.5 - 8 on the Mohs scale, meaning they’re resistant to scratches and abrasions. This makes aquamarine jewellery an excellent choice.
What is the colour of aquamarine?
Aquamarine is a bluish green gemstone that contains a type of mineral that comes from the species of beryl. Its’ bluish colour comes from trace amounts of chlorine contained within beryl.
Can aquamarine be clear?
Yes, aquamarines can be clear and often the more high quality aquamarine gemstones are known for their clarity and minimal inclusions.