aquamarine crystal
aquamarine, amethyst, & pearl bracelet
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| composition | a form of beryllium aluminum silicate |
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| name source | from the Latin aqua, meaning "water"; and mare, meaning "sea" |
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| historical aliases | "the sailor's gem," "stone of courage" |
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| color | pale to medium blue, sometimes with a slight hint of green |
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| color source | trace amounts of iron |
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| significant sources | Afghanistan, Brazil, Pakistan |
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| MOH scale | 7.5 |
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| care and treatment | Although very hard and not prone to scratching, due to its probable heat-treatment, the beautiful color of an aquamarine may fade upon prolonged exposure to light and the sun. Aquamarine can be cleaned in an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner or with warm, soapy water and a soft brush. |
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