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Birthstone for March - Aquamarine
By Sam and Tami Serio
Morning Light Jewelry
March Birthstone: Aquamarine
Birthstone Properties: Bestows courage, insight, and victory
Alternative Birthstone: Bloodstone
Aquamarine is the traditional birthstones for March. It is also the
accepted anniversary gem for the 19th year of marriage. Aquamarine is
mined primarily in Brazil, Nigeria and Zambia.
Water Baby
Created by combining Latin words for water (aqua) and sea (mare),
aquamarine does indeed resemble the bottomless blue of seawater. Like
Emerald, aquamarine is a variety of beryl (a mineral that crystallizes
within large rocks on the earth's crust).
Aquamarine varies in color from blue-green to a light sky blue, and for
generations, those stones containing green are often heat-treated to
remove this less desirable color. Surprisingly, unlike other coveted
gemstones, the majority of aquamarines are flawless. As a gift, aquamarine
is unsurpassed in its legendary abilities to preserve and enhance mutual
love, to ensure truth in relationships and to maintain a good marriage.
When In Rome.
Ancient Romans believed the magnificent gemstone was sacred to Neptune,
the god of the sea. Some legends say that it was gift from mermaids, while
others suggest that Neptune retrieved it after it fell from the jewel
boxes of sirens and washed onto shore. Early sailors wore aquamarine
talismans, engraved with the likeness of Neptune, as protection against
dangers at sea.
The association with water led to the belief that the Aquamarine was
particularly powerful when immersed. Water in which this gemstone had been
submerged was used in ancient times to heal a variety of illnesses of the
heart, liver, stomach, mouth and throat. Aquamarines were also used to
reverse poisoning and to aid in fortune telling.
Heal Me
Many believe that aquamarine helps dependence on drugs, is an aid in
digestion, and can be used as remedy for swollen glands and to maintain
the health of the jaws and teeth
On the non-physical plain, aquamarine is believed to release anger and
negativity replacing them with mental peace and clarity, providing
emotional and mental balance. It has been used as an aid in meditation and
to assist in self-expression.
A Gift of Love
To dream of aquamarine signifies the making of new friends. To wear
aquamarine brings love and affection. To give aquamarine is to offer the
gift of knowledge, foresight and individual inspiration. It is a universal
symbol of youth, fidelity, hope and health.
Ideal for carving into cameos and beads, the "blue sea" stone is said to
aid seafarers so it is a wonderful gift for sailors, fishermen, and
everyone who spends time at sea. A a gift of aquamarine symbolizes safety
and security, especially within long standing relationships.
Caveat Emptor (Buyer beware): The beautiful light blue to blue-green color
of aquamarine may fade upon prolonged exposure to light, so it is
especially important to purchase this gem from a reputable source.
The Authors of the above Article, Sam and Tami Serio have been
passionately involved with Jewelry and Gemstones for over fifteen-years.
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