Aquamarine Pendants

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A perfect choice for yourself, or as a gift. Our aquamarine stud pendants feature sturdy cast basket settings and beautiful gems.

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Do you prefer a more understated piece of jewelry, but don't want something too plain? We have the perfect choice for you! Browse our collection of elegant aquamarine pendants.

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Express yourself with these unique aquamarine pendants. Whether you like elaborate filligree designs, or bold contemporary style, these pendants are just right.

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An elegant aquamarine necklace make a beautiful gift for any occasion. With an 18 inch chain, and sturdy lobster claw clasp, these unique necklaces are sure to please.

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We add new aquamarine pendants to our line all the time. If you've visited us before, and want to see what's new, look here for the latest additions to our extensive selection.

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So many choices, so little time... Find the aquamarine pendant you're looking for with our pendant finder. Search by price, gem shape, gem size and many other options to find exactly the pendant you're looking for.

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A sparkling aquamarine goes beautifully with gems like opal, peridot, aquamarine, and more. Combine aquamarine with any gem to create your own special pendant.

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Dazzle them all with these luxurious and elegant aquamarine pendants. These colorful gems are made all the more beautiful by their brilliant diamond couterparts.
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Are you a romantic? Then why not show the world? These aquamarine heart pendants are a perfect gift for Valetine's day or any occasion. Give one to that special someone in your life.

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Express your faith with these exclusive aquamarine cross pendants. A birthstone cross makes an excellent birthday or confirmation present.

Aquamarine Earrings

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So many choices, so little time... Find the aquamarine earring you're looking for with our earring finder. Search by price, gem shape, gem size and many other options to find exactly the earring you're looking for.

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Never more popular, dangly earrings are not just for diamonds anymore. Browse our selection of dangly and drop aquamarine earrings and make a fashion statement!

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Express yourself with these unique aquamarine earrings. Whether you like elaborate filligree designs, or bold contemporary style, these earrings are just right for you.

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Hoop earrings will never go out of style, but plain old gold hoops just don't stand out anymore. Select from unique aquamarine hoop and half-hoop earrings and be an original!

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A perfect choice for yourself, or as a gift, our aquamarine stud earrings feature sturdy cast basket settings and beautiful sparkling gems.

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Dazzle them all with these luxurious and elegant aquamarine earrings. These colorful gems are made all the more beautiful by their brilliant diamond couterparts.

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Do you prefer a more understated piece of jewelry, but don't want something too plain? We have the perfect choice for you! Browse our collection of elegant aquamarine earrings.
Design-Your-Own-Aquamarine

A sparkling aquamarine goes beautifully with gems like opal, peridot, aquamarine, and more. Combine aquamarine with any gem to create your own special earrings.

AQUAMARINE JEWELRY

So many choices, so little time... Find the aquamarine ring you're looking for with our ring finder. Search by price, gem shape, gem size and many other options to find exactly the ring you're looking for. A sparkling aquamarine goes beautifully with gems like opal, peridot, aquamarine, and more. Combine aquamarine with any gem to crea te your own special ring. An aquamarine engagement ring? Absolutely! Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but an aquamarine engagement ring is a unique, original, and far more affordable choice. Searching for a special and different gift for yourself or for the man in your life? An aquamarine men's ring makes for a distinct and stylish statement about the man who wears it. Live large with these bold and beautiful aquamarine rings. Sure to attract attention from all the way across the room, these rings are sure to please. Do you love the color and sparkle of a brilliant aquamarine? Then these solitaire aquamarine rings are just right for you. The gleaming gold mounting highlights the beautiful aquamarine without distracting from its beauty.

Do you prefer a more understated piece of jewelry, but don't want something too plain? We have the perfect choice for you! Browse our collection of elegant aquamarine rings. Dazzle them all with these luxurious and elegant aquamarine rings. These colorful gems are made all the more beautiful by their brilliant diamond couterparts. Some rings will never go out of style. These timeless aquamarine rings will look just as good in a generation as they do today. Are you looking for the latest styles and fashions? Browse our collection of contemporary and fashionable aquamarine ring designs. A lovely collection of smaller aquamarine rings for children, or women with petite hands. These rings are light and pretty and make perfect gifts. Express yourself with these unique aquamarine rings. Whether you like elaborate filligree designs, or bold contemporary style, these rings are just right for you.

Aquamarine Fukushima

Schools are the regular sites for children's education, and nowadays in Japan, all sorts of efforts are being made to foster children's academic ability and their "zest for life," through, for example, the introduction of a five-day school week, and the institution of a "comprehensive learning time." In local communities, adults' expectations of social educational facilities are continuing to grow. Nowadays people want social educational facilities not only to educate them but to enable them to use their leisure time to add meaning to their lives and to develop themselves spiritually and emotionally.


In order to meet this kind of requirement, Aquamarine Fukushima is now fully equipped not only with the usual functions of aquariums, but also a system to provide classes and instruction, with teachers dispatched specially by the prefectural board of education. We have a Web page and provide information online; we have a system of volunteers; we disseminate information to the local community; and we provide a venue for life-long learning to the local community. We aim to create a total system, one which will enable the Aquamarine to serve as a venue for environmental education as well as recreation, so that people can learn and actually experience things at the same time as they have fun.

To give concrete shape to its concept "The Oceans and What They Can Tell Us about Our Future," Aquamarine Fukushima has taken the conveyance of the importance of a favorable relationship between humankind and the ocean as the basic policy behind all its education and dissemination activities. We express this policy in the word "sustainability." We hope to consider how best to make sustainable use of marine resources with the help and advice of visitors, the local community, and interested parties.

AQUAMARINE, the blue variety of beryl

Aquamarine is the blue, or perhaps more correctly, blue-green or aqua variety of the mineral beryl. Other gemstone color varieties that belong to beryl include emerald, morganite, and heliodor. Other colors of beryl are simply referred to by their color, such as red beryl.

Aquamarine is colored by trace amounts of iron that find their way into the crystal structure. Most gem aquamarines have been heat treated to produce the popular blue-green colors from less desirable yellow or pale stones. The leading producer of aquamarines is the country of Brazil, which has many mines. Pakistan, as well as many U.S. localities, produce wonderful specimens as well.

Favorite Blue Gemstones - Aquamarine

By Karen Lockridge

Aquamarine is also one of our most popular and best-known gemstones. The color of aquamarine is almost entirely free of inclusions. The presence of Iron gives aquamarine its clear blue color, a color which ranges from an almost indiscernible pale blue to a strong sea-blue. The more intense the color of an aquamarine, the more value is put on it. The clear blue stone reflects the pure transparency and magnificent shine of this gemstone.

For many centuries, it was believed to be a good luck charm for anyone who traveled the seas. When amulets made of this precious gem were worn, sailors believed that unmatched bravery would be instilled into their souls, giving them the power to overcome even the most powerful storm.

Brazil, was previously the world's major supplier of aquamarine, however, African nations, such as Nigeria and Madagascar, provide a greater supply of this timeless gemstone, as well as Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Its first documented use of Aquamarine was by the Greeks between 480-300 BC. They wore aquamarine amulets engraved with the god Poseidon on a chariot. During the Middle Ages, it was believed to be an antidote against poison. Fortune tellers called it the "magic mirror", and used it for telling fortune. It is said that Emperor Nero used it as an eyeglass 2,000 years ago, and much later, aquamarines were used as glasses in Germany to correct shortsightedness.

Aquamarine is said to enhance communication skills, helps one focus and obtain goals. It brings out one's spiritual path, intuition and sensitivity. The great protector for anyone who travels the seas.

Find beautiful, one-of-a-kind, handcrafted Aquamarine necklaces, earrings and bracelets at Stonehinged.com. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Karen_Lockridge

Aquamarine Engagement Rings

By Julie Shields

What better stone to choose for an engagement ring than one that represents optimism, wellbeing, and faithfulness? We are talking about the beautiful Aquamarine gemstone. Not only is this gemstone a great conversation starter, it also is the birthstone for the month of March. The name aquamarine has Latin origins, "aqua" meaning water and "mare" meaning sea.

The aquamarine is aptly named because of the wide spectrum of blue colors that it comes in; from a pale blue to a deep sea blue-green. The deeper colors are more sought after, therefore more expensive. No matter what shade that you decide on for the stone for an engagement ring, the ring will is bound to be commented on. Most aquamarine stones have been heat-treated to enhance the blue coloring. This treatment has no effect on the quality or the hardness of the stone. The aquamarine rates a 7.5 on the hardness scale, making it a perfect choice for daily wear.

The aquamarine is a virtually flawless stone, rarely if ever having inclusions that are sometimes common in other gemstones. This gemstone is great for being cut into any shape and faceting enhances the sparkle and beauty of the stone. Due to the beautiful blue coloring of the aquamarine, the most common settings are either platinum or white gold. However, the blue is equally as beautiful in yellow gold settings.

Caring for the aquamarine gemstone is simple. Simple cleaning with soap and water brings back the beauty of the stone. Avoid using ultrasonic cleaners, rapid temperature changes, and contact with most household cleaners to prevent damaging the gemstone.

Finding aquamarine gemstone rings for engagement purposes should not be hard as most jewelers carry a variety of styles. But if you do have difficulties or cannot find a design that strikes you as the one you must have, you should look online and you will find many reputable jewelers. So if you are planning a wedding by the seaside or just want a ring that is special and unique, consider the distinctive aquamarine gemstone for the engagement ring you present to your beloved.

The author just celebrated her one year anniversary and sports a beautiful ascher cut ring. She and her husband put together the website: http://www.ultimate-engagement-ring-guide.com to help you find the perfect ring.

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Aquamarine - Gemstone Earring: One Small Way to Express Your Individuality

The people have specific color preferences while some people also like only specific stones, and are energized by being around them. Gemstone earrings exist so that people may be able to select their jewelry based on their own preferences, and customize their accessories according to their desires.

Experts in psychic phenomena believe that each gemstone stands for something. Certain stones perform certain functions, or encourage a specific aspect of one's personality. For example, wearing garnet is said to help ease the pain of a bad breakup, or cause jealousy between lovers. Amethyst is said to protect its wearer against the ill effects of alcohol, slow down intoxication and prevent hangovers. Turquoise is said to give emotional strength. Jade has always had enormous importance in Asian civilization; it is said to have the mystical power to protect its wearer against nightmares and other psychic attacks.

Diamond -- currently the hardest mineral known to man -- is said to stand for strength and purity, which is why it is in demand in gemstone earrings among both men and women. Emeralds are said to stand for harmony, strength of heart, and luck with love. Emeralds themselves are rare, and the extremely rare red emerald is said to be even more valuable than diamonds. Sapphires stand for wisdom, calm and faith. Finally, rubies stand for passion, excitement, loyalty and sexual pleasure.

Gemstone earrings may also stand for birth months, as some precious and semi-precious stones are also birthstones. The different birthstones per month are listed thus:

* January - Garnet

* February - Amethyst

* March - Aquamarine or Bloodstone

* April - Diamond

* May - Emerald

* June - Pearl, Moonstone or Alexandrite

* July - Ruby

* August - Peridot or Sardonyx

* September - Sapphire

* October - Opal or Tourmaline

* November - Topaz

* December - Turquoise, Zircon or Blue Topaz

Different gemstone earrings may lend strength to different aspects of an individual’s personality. Whether or not a person believes in the mythical and supernatural characteristics and powers associated with these stones, wearing gemstone earrings nevertheless may feel like the wearer has on a tangible part of his or her personality that looks good, as well.

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Aquamarine - Celtic Jewelry, A Lovely Gift For Almost Anyone!

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Jewelry possesses an irresistible charm and appeal to men and women of all ethnicities. Created in all shapes and sizes, Celtic Jewelry makes a lovely gift for anyone that likes jewelry.

Celtic knots add a particularly interesting flavor to any Celtic jewelry piece. The intricate designs create truly fashionable and timeless pieces. Celtic knots have come to be known as symbols that represent eternity, and some versions of the Celtic knot represent the holy trinity. Likewise, depending on the wearer, there are some Celtic knots that represent the maiden, mother, and crone aspect of the triple Goddess, and some people believe that the Celtic knot is a representation that symbolizes the power of reincarnation.

Alternatively, some Celtic Jewelry is created with special jewels included in the piece. Each jewel represents a specific month of the year. For instance, January is represented with the garnet, February is represented with the amethyst, March by the aquamarine, April is signified by the carnelian, May is represented by the emerald or the Jade, June by the Ruby or Pearl, August is typically signified by using peridots, September is denoted with Amber, October is marked with opals or Lapis, November is marked with citrine, and finally December is noted by the use of Turquoise or Topaz. Conversely, not all stones used in Celtic pieces represent months and it is not uncommon to find Celtic fashion wear that has hematite, sapphires, tiger eyes and other gemstones included.

Rings, earrings, ear cuffs, necklaces, watches, headpieces and more can be purchased - all that possess some sort of Celtic design. Wedding rings are particularly gorgeous and even diamond engagement rings with Celtic knots can be purchased from special designers. Celtic knot cuff links are also particularly beautiful and they add the perfect touch to any suit or tuxedo. Dangle earrings, bracelets - both for wrists and ankles, and even toe rings are created with various Celtic designs.

Spirals are another common Celtic symbol and any type of jewelry can easily have a spiral inscribed on its surface. Spiral brooches and pins make splendid stocking stuffers at Christmas, and if you want to spice up a little girl's Easter basket offerings, a pair of spiral earrings adds a lovely touch. Likewise, Celtic dragons and dolphins can also be purchased from designers who specialize in Celtic art and jewelry design. In fact, you can even purchase a harp brooch with a Celtic knot border or you can also opt to for the traditional Celtic Cross pendant.

Triquetra cuff rings are particularly popular among jewelry lovers as are Triquetra necklaces. As a matter of fact, one can easily purchase jewelry that is marked with the different Celtic astrological symbols. Without a doubt, when it comes to jewelry and Celtic designs there is something to suit everyone's tastes and preferences and all products can be ordered from online jewelry designers.

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Aquamarine > A-Z Healing Powers of Crystals

By: Jenny Lin

Agate - helps to awaken your inherent talents, increases creativity and stimulates intellectual as well as analytical abilities. This stone gives you the confidence to be the best you can be in achieving success by instilling courage and dispelling fears in the wearer.

Amber - Amber absorbs negative energies and transforms them into positive forces that stimulate the body to heal itself. It can also help counteract suicidal or depressive tendencies.

Amethyst - has the power to calm the mind and emotions, creating a sense of peace. Amethyst also stimulates the intellectual and creative side of you. Amethysts are very powerful for people who suffer sleepless nights or for those with disturbing dreams and nightmares.

Ametrine - is an extremely energetic quartz of courage and harmony that contains both Amethyst and Citrine. Ametrine expels prejudice, stimulates creativity, strengthens concentration, promotes optimism and aids thinking things through.

Aquamarine - This beautiful crystal is reputedly able to dampen fears and gives its wearer a sense of confidence. It promotes communication and helps one to express oneselves. It is beneficial to wear it to examinations or while meditating.

Aventurine – This crystal promotes clarity of mind and self confidence thus reinforces decisiveness and amplifies leadership qualities. Aventurine helps you to focus and find creative solutions when you’re feeling overwhelmed by problems.

Bloodstone - believed to have great magical and protective properties, possessing the ability to banish evil, keep out undesirable influences and dispel negativity. As its name suggests, Bloodstone is an excellent blood cleanser.

Carnelian - promotes happiness, creativity, steadfastness, confidence, courage, analytical power and assertiveness, and helps one to achieve greater success in career and personal matters.

Charoite - Charoite transmutes negativity and cleanses the aura. It bestows drive and vigor and is able to reduce stress and worry, bringing about a relaxed attitude. Charoite is also used to overcome obsessions and compulsions.

Clear Quartz - has very strong powers of protection against anyone who doesn’t mean you well. Clear Quartz is a pure and powerful energy source which has the ability to transmit and receive energy.

Garnet - is also known as the stone of health, passion and romantic love. It enhances one’s sexuality, sensuality and intimacy. Garnet also helps one to effectively deal with high stress, sadness, depression and critical situations.

Hematite - In physical healing, crystal healers credit Hematite with the ability to stimulate iron absorption, which in turn improves oxygen supply to the body and blood circulation.

Jade - is a desired stone prized for thousands of year in China for its protective powers and healing qualities. It is also said to stimulate creativity and mental agility, and enhance one’s health. Jade is regarded as a symbol of the good and the beautiful.

Jenny Lin is the author of Ideal Crystal Store, an online store offering crystal bracelets, necklaces, pendants, balls, décor.

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Aquamarine > Gemstones Diamond Or Yellow Sapphire

by Victor Epand

Yellow sapphires are beautiful gems and price varies as with other gemstones according to color and clarity. A stone fairly free of internal flaws and of an attractive color and "saturation" (deepness) of that color will bring a higher price than a cloudy gem with a faded color. With colored gems of all sorts, it is difficult to specify a particular shade of color, yellow in your case.

As you likely know, the stone blue topaz is available in several shades of blue. The shades and intensity of yellow in sapphires is also quite variable. The best thing to do when getting two or more stones is to ask the jeweler or other supplier to "Match The Stones." You might also want to see a sample of the color.

Most vendors will send a jeweler a selection on "memo", meaning the goods are not invoiced or billed for a period of time. This method allows the customer to see the stones and accept or reject. Some jewelers will charge you shipping for this service but those anticipating a sale of a ring, a diamond or two and labor will often get the stones for you to see at no charge. When you go shopping for the yellow sapphires, it is worth asking if they will obtain stones for you to see before making your decision.

Natural or Treated.I am not opening a can of worms here, rest assured of that. Most colored gems are treated one way or the other to improve the color nature provided. The topaz I mentioned is naturally more the lighter blue color of aquamarine until treated by irradiation. Tanzanite is not the lovely electric blue until it is heat treated.

Most all rubies and sapphires are heat treated to improve the color. Heating to a certain temperature and carefully cooling the stones results in stronger and improved colors, while masking or driving away unwanted tones. Yellow sapphire is available either totally natural as from the earth or heat treated.

Do not consider heat treating a bad thing. This is the standard in the trade for many gems and is the least intrusive of stone treatments and the closest to what nature does. Natural stones of the intense color of heat treated stones do exist but command a higher price if sold as totally natural gems.

Then again, that price is affected by the availability of the treated stones. I doubt you could even start to sell a natural untreated blue topaz. The color is much too pale compared to the irradiated ones on the market today and the darker colors are the "accepted" color for blue topaz! Yellow sapphires are neither so common nor nearly so inexpensive as blue topaz. Yellow sapphire, whether heat treated or not is a wonderful gemstone and the fact that a stone was treated would not affect my purchase one bit. The bottom line is what color do you like and what is available in that color.

"Stone Size". Remember that I said carat is weight and not size. A carat is simply a weight measured on a scale like a gram, an ounce,or pound would be measured. A pound of feathers weights a pound, just like a pound of chocolate candies. But the pound of feathers takes up a lot more space. Feathers are not as dense as chocolates and simply take up more space for the same weight. The same is true with gemstones. A diamond has a specific gravity (a scale of density or compactness of the material) of around 3.52.

A Sapphire has a specific gravity of about 4.00. A Sapphire is heavier. Sapphires will take up less space for the same weight. This is what to keep in mind even if you skip the rest of this paragraph: A 1 carat sapphire will be a tad smaller than a 1 carat diamond of similar proportions. In fact a sapphire of 1 carat is close to the size of a 0.90 carat diamond. The sapphire will be slightly smaller across the top when cut to similar proportions.

Sometimes sapphires are cut deeper than diamonds. This means the stone will be even smaller looking from the top. The reason I mention this is to suggest you shop for a particular "Size" rather than a weight like 1 carat or .75 carats. For your information, a decently cut yellow sapphire of .75 carats is about 5.5 millimeter across the top (round stone). A one carat stone is about 6 mm. A diamond of .75 is about 5.8mm and a 1 carat diamond is right at 6.5mm. The difference is small in visual size but you need to be aware of this.

Price varies some with heat treated and totally natural yellow sapphires, however, the price differences are not great. Competition sees to that as does the fact that most totally natural gems are paler and sometimes carry a greenish tone with the yellow. Please keep in mind the price will vary with clarity, intensity of color and depth of cut. Ask for stones in sizes you want to see, look at the stones and go from there. That is the simple answer and you don't need to worry so much about carat weight but the look you want. What I show are nice gemstones at normal to high retail.

The price may be lower at some retailers: 0.75 carat very nice stone, dark to medium yellow, treated $400/carat 0.75 carat very nice stone, canary yellow to golden, natural 650/carat

0.33 carat to .28 carat, 4mm quality same as above, treated 350-400/carat 0.33 carat to .28 carat, 4mm natural, golden or canary 400-490/carat

These are not expensive gemstones compared to some others and offer the wonderful color and durability of sapphire. Again, please ask for stones of a particular size more than carat weight and get a good look at all of them!

"What Size Stones?" The answer here is totally dependant on the setting you choose. Three stone rings generally will have stones of the approximate proportions between center and sides. That means a three stone ring with a 5.5 mm(.75 carat sapphire) will need 4mm diamonds, or diamonds of about 1/4th carat each if you choose diamond side stones.

I suggest you go to a good jewelry store and ask to see catalogs of ring settings. You can find one, I am certain, suitable for a yellow sapphire of about 3/4 carat with free form shape and multiple side stones. The smaller diamonds and smaller side yellow sapphires will run less money overall compared to going with larger sapphires. A 5 stone ring with side stones might call for a center the size you like and side stones of perhaps 3mm, which is 0.10 carat diamonds and close 0.12 to 0.15 carat sapphires (depending on cut).

Mountings like this of good quality in 14k will run about $200, give or take some dollars for the three stone with 5.5 mm center stone. So many settings styles are out there I hesitate to try and mention other prices. But like I said go to other jewelry stores in your area and talk to them about prices, see if you get the price that you want or around the price that you would like for the kind of style of ring that you would like to have. Don't be scared to talk to them about it and get as much information on the stones, size, color, ect.

About the Author

Victor Epand is an expert consultant for http://www.DiamondGems.info/. DiamondGems.info carries the best selection of loose diamonds, diamond rings, and diamond jewelry on the market. Browse through our selection of loose diamonds by size, cut, shape, type, and other features here: http://www.DiamondG

Aquamarine – March's Gemstone Of Ocean Dreams

by: Sarah Stephens

Aquamarine is a semi-precious gemstone frequently incorporated into some of the most modern, beautiful handmade jewelry in the world. It is most often found in shades of clear ocean blue, and is widely recognized as the March Birthstone and the gemstone for the 18th anniversary. But beyond its modern-day uses and associations, aquamarine holds a decadent mythological, spiritual and etymological history that adds nostalgic value to its already strong aesthetic worth. Read on for more information that will help you fall in love with your aquamarine jewelry – or inspire you to buy some today!

The beautiful Aquamarine is semi-precious, a light greenish blue to a vibrant blue variety of the species beryl, which makes it a relative of the Emerald. The name Aquamarine is derived from Latin, meaning seawater. "Aqua" translates to water and "marina" translates to sea. This seems especially appropriate for aquamarine's barely-there icy blue tones to intense greenish-blue tones, reminiscent of the sea. Also believed to embody the spirit of the sea, it has been regarded as a symbol of purification, ever-lasting youth, and happiness.

The sparkling tones and light blue hues are said to evoke feelings of trust, harmony and sympathy. The unique blues that the Aquamarine displays are said to represent eternity and life-giving properties, since it is, after all, the color of both the sea and the skies.

Aquamarine gemstones look best as parts of formal evening jewelry when paired with Black Onyx, black pearls or dark blue sapphire. More casual combinations include lighter, bridal colored combinations with quartz, raw diamonds or pearls. To see a selection of handmade artisan jewelry featuring aquamarine, visit www.dashaboutique.com/shopbygemstone. Aquamarine is typically considered a sophisticated gemstone that works well with any outfit. In earrings, it works especially well to enhance the luster of blue or green eyes.

According to legend, Aquamarine originated in a treasure chest for mermaids. Throughout history, Roman fisherman have used aquamarine as protection from the water, as the gemstone is believed to lend strength and confidence. Aquamarine's powers are said to develop best if the stone is immersed in sun-drenched water. Carrying aquamarine is also believed to guarantee a happy marriage, making the owner not only happy, but wealthy as well.

Mostly mined in Brazil, China, and Pakistan, Aquamarine is the designated birthstone for the month of March. It is also the zodiac sign Pisces assigned gem, and for the18th anniversary. This gem is often cut into faceted shapes, smooth cabochons, beads and carvings.

Mohs' Hardness score is based on a 10 point scale where 10 is the most resistant, like a diamond, and 1 is easily scratched, such as Talc. Aquamarine gets a score of 7.5-8, meaning that it is quite scratch resistant and therefore suitable as a component of jewelry. Aquamarine gemstones should be regularly cleaned by a professional or with a soft rag and mild soap and water or an ultra-sonic cleaner. Avoid solvents and harsh chemicals when cleaning your handcrafted jewelry as exposure to these elements can damage semi-precious and precious gemstones and pearls.

Learn more about all semi-precious gemstones, including amethyst, apatite, black onyx, blue topaz, carnelian, chalcedony, citrine, coral, garnet, white topaz, crystal, diamond, emerald, iolite, jade, Labradorite, moonstone, pearl, peridot, prehnite, rose quarz, ruby, sapphire, smokey topaz, tanzanite, tourmaline and tourquoise when you check out this gemstone chart: www.dashaboutique.com/gemstone chart.html.

About The Author

Sarah Stephens is the Fashion Director for Dasha Boutique. Visit our http://www.DashaBoutique.com today, featuring hundreds of handmade jewelry designs. Customize orders ship in 3 business days. Dasha Boutique is featured in Lucky, InStyle, People, Bridal Guide and Brides.

Aquamarine > Tips on Taking Care of Your Cubic Zirconia Jewelery

By: michel123

When cubic zirconia is set in gold or sterling silver, it can be worn everyday without any damaging effects. Of course the exceptions are as follows.

Make-up, face and body powder and lotions can also cause the shine of the cubic zirconia to dull. So remove your cubic zirconia jewelry before coming in contact with any of these products.

Polish your cubic zirconia jewelry with a soft cotton towel or a chamois skin cloth in between cleanings.

We all get business with various projects and responsibilities, so it is not uncommon for the cleaning of our jewelry to slip through the cracks. Have you caught yourself at the last minute of getting ready taking a couple of minutes to clean your jewelry before you put them on to go out for the evening? All jewelry requires regular cleaning and proper care to maintain their beauty. So, set aside one day a week, every two weeks, or every month to attend to the cleaning of all your jewelry. You will be amazed at the results, and you won't have to worry about what condition they will be in when you choose them to wear for a special occasion.

Cubic zirconia jewelry and diamonds jewelry

Since coming to the world's attention in the 1830s, diamonds in has been a favorite of stones for jewelry. Not everyone can afford to buy diamonds, so the search for the best man-made version has been battled for years. Cubic Zirconia is considered to be the best man-made diamond for jewelry on the market today.

There are other synthetic diamonds used in the market today to replace diamonds in jewelry settings. The moissanite is a mineral created by a laboratory as a good diamond replacement stone. It was introduced into the market in the 1990s. It has become the choice of some for their fine jewelry collection. There are those who prefer moissante to cubic zirconia. The moissante match diamond in the hardness of the mineral, but there is a downside. The cost is about $500 per carat and the moissante does not have the brilliance and fire of a diamond or the cubic zirconia.

The Russian cubic zirconias used in jewelry are hand picked from the highest quality raw stones, hand cut by master cutters and hand polished. The specifications used for each of the Russian cubic zirconias are the same as those set down by the Gemological Institute of America for diamonds.

For my money, I will take a cubic zirconia jewelry over the other synthetic diamond jewelry any day.

A Guide To Popular Gemstones

By: Lee Dobbins

Gemstones have been used as adornments in jewelry and other items since for centuries. In early times, only royalty could afford gems but today nearly everyone can have a bauble with a gemstone or two in it. Here's some information on seven gemstones favored by jewelry makers.

Amethyst

Amethyst is a type of quartz that comes in shades of purple. It is a highly accessible stone and used in all types of jewelry. This gemstone can vary greatly in quality and color and is the birthstone for the month of February. There are 14 different locations where Amethysts are abundantly found today.

Aquamarine

This light blue gemstone is the birthstone of March and is a favorite of jewelry designers today. It can range in shade from almost white to sky blue and can be rather expensive. This stone belongs to the beryl family of gemstones and is abundant in Brazil.

Bloodstone

The vivid red spots in this stone give it it's name, but the stone itself is really green jasper. The spots come from iron oxide deposits within the stone. This stone was used in ancient times for many carvings and was a favorite of Christian martyrs. A German Emperors seal carved in bloodstone is on display at the Louvre museum in Paris.

Emerald

One of the more expensive stones, this birthstone of May is the stone of love and life. One of the most popular gemstones of all time, it has been used in many crowns and scepters. Emeralds range in shades of green, but the deepest ones hold the most value and can even cost more than diamonds.

Opal

One of the most opulent gemstones, this stone is a combination of fiery colors like a rainbow of sparks. Opals are used in many different jewelry settings and are a favorite gemstone of jewelry wearers today. Originating from Australia, this stone has great history and lore.

Ruby

This red stone has long been associated with love, passion and power. One of the more precious stones, it is considered the King of gemstones and has been extensively used in crowns and jewelry of Kings, Queens and Emperors. Mined mainly in India, the finest rubies are quite rare and expensive.

Sapphire

When we think of sapphire, we mostly think of the deep blue stone, but in fact, this stone can come in many colors. This stone belonging to the corundum group of gemstones is hard to find and highly valued. Second only to diamonds on the hardness scale, sapphires can be more expensive than diamonds especially the most prized specimens.

Topaz

With it's rich golden glow, Topaz is often used as a symbol for the setting sun. Though typically a golden brown, Topaz can also be found in blue, green, pink and red. This birthstone for November is a hard stone but can crack with a hard blow so care should be taken when wearing.

These are just a few of the many stones that are used in modern jewelry designs today. Some designs use just one stone or incorporate many different stones for more color and interest. Perhaps you have picked a favorite from the list above, or if you are like me, you love them all!

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Aquamarine > The Tiara Effect: Princess Accessory

Author: Andrew Regan

n modern times tiaras are often seen at weddings, balls and other formal events; but at one time they were the preserve of royalty. Indeed, a tiara is a form of crown which has been worn throughout history by various kings, queens, and emperors around the world, from Persia to Pompeii.

Most historians credit the Egyptians with creating the first tiaras, but since then they have featured in high society circles throughout history; Napoleon Bonaparte is said to have influenced the wearing of tiaras by making them a required accessory at all social functions during his reign, to ensure that others would take note of him and his family's affluence and nobility.

At one time, a tiara could be made of leather or other fabric, but now, a tiara refers to a semi-circular metal band which is often decorated with jewels and worn by women as a decoration rather than a symbol of rank. Queen Elizabeth is famed for her love of tiaras, and is said to have the largest and most valuable collection in the world - many of which have been passed down from other members of the British Royal Family or given to her as a gift by other countries.

Some pieces of the collection have been modified to include new jewels that have been presents to Her Majesty on later occasions; for example the Aquamarine and Diamond Tiara which was first made in 1957 consisted of three upright rectangular stones mounted on a simple platinum band. The large central stone was originally the pendant of the necklace given to The Queen by the president and people of Brazil in 1953 as a Coronation gift. In 1971 the tiara was adapted to take four scroll ornaments from an aquamarine and diamond jewel given to The Queen by the Governor of Sao Paulo in 1968. It's a priceless collection, selected pieces of which are sometimes put on display in London museums.

The popularity of tiaras waned during the mid 20th century but have recently made a revival, and today women wear tiaras for many special occasions such as proms, balls, weddings and beauty pageants. Today's tiaras are easier to wear than the tiaras of days gone by because they are now constructed with lighter materials, and they are available in a wide range of prices, meaning they are no longer the sole preserve of royalty.

Tiaras may have descended from Royal circles, but they now form a fashionable and elegant accessory which can turn any women, into a princess.

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The Birthstone of March - Beautiful Aquamarine

By: Martin Mallett

March Birthstone - Aquamarine

It is more common for women to be aware of their birthstone then man, purely because women tend to wear more jewelry with their birthstone it in. Even if you do know what your birthstone is it is still doubtful that you will know that the significance of your stone is.

Aquamarine is also known for being the anniversary gem for the 19th year of matrimony. You can find the majority of this gemstone in Brazil, Nigeria, and Zambia.

The name aquamarine is made by combining the Latin words water (aqua) and sea (mare). Aquamarine is clearly named for resembling the blue dark seawater. Aquamarine is made up of a blend of minerals that crystallize within the earths crust.

Aquamarine can adjust is color from a blue-green to a light blue. For a while the stones that contained green were often heat-treated to get rid of the unsightly color. Generally aquamarine gemstones are faultless.

It is said that if you dream of aquamarine that this signifies the making of new friends. Wearing aquamarine brings you adoration and affection. Giving this gemstone offers the gift of knowledge, foresight, and individual inspiration. It also symbolizes youth, fidelity, hope, and health.

When purchasing this precious gemstone be sure to buy it from a reliable source. This gem can fade upon prolonged exposure to light.

There are many people who think that aquamarine can help on the dependence of drugs, as an aid in digestion, and can be used as a remedy for swollen glands. Aquamarine is also thought to release anger and negativity and replacing it with mental peace and clarity. It is widely used as an aid in meditation and to help assist in self-expression.

It is assumed that the connection with water led to the thought that aquamarine was particularly powerful if immersed in water.

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Aquamarine - Safety at Sea

By: Nigel Makin

The Aquamarine Gemstone is a variety of the mineral Beryl and is a beautiful pastel blue in colour. Aquamarine is the Birthstone for the month of March and is mined in Brazil, Madagascar, Mozambique Myanmar and Afghanistan; it is also available within the United States of America and is the official state Gemstone of Colorado. The Gemstone gets it's blue, sea green colouring from impurities of iron, and the host rock is pegmatite and coarse grained granite and their weathered material.

In the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, sea green was the preferred colour but now darker blues are much more desirable and command a higher price. Aquamarine is dichroic, which means the intensity of the colour changes depending on the angle it is viewed from, so the Gemstone is usually cut according to the best colour angle and not the biggest size.
To intensify the gems blue colouring it is usually cut in either the step or Emerald cuts.
Aquamarine also has a much better clarity than the Emerald, it has fewer inclusions and cracks meaning there is less internal stress on the stone, meaning it is a lot less brittle than it's green cousin. Because the jewel has less flaws than the more expensive Emerald, it is much easier to find clean stones at larger sizes.

The largest Aquamarine ever found of Gemstone quality was unearthed in Marambaya, Minas Gerais in Brazil nearly 100 years ago in 1910. The stone weighed 110.5 kg, was 48.5cm long and 42cm in diameter, it was cut into many stones and boasted a total weight of over 100,000 carats. Paler and inferior stones are usually heat treated to increase the gems to a more desirable blue, cloudy and nearly opaque gems do exist and these are usually cut into beads and cabochons, where they can on occasions produce a cat's eye effect.

Legends say that the Aquamarine Gemstone is the treasure of mermaids and that it has the power to keep sailors safe at sea. The stone was used in the creation of amulets that were worn by ancient sailors to render them fearless and protect them from the wrath of the oceans, these amulets were deemed to possess even greater power if they were engraved with the Poseidon chariot. Aquamarine is also believed to be a strong talisman if it is immersed in water. The blue Beryl Gemstone is also believed to promote friendship and harmony as well as blessing the wearer with courage and happiness, it is also the Gemstone for the sixteenth and nineteenth wedding anniversaries as it creates a strong bond between couples.
Aquamarine also helps in understanding difficult situations from a love filled viewpoint, is also the universal symbol of youth, hope and health which just increases the stones popularity even more.

Aquamarine looks at it's beautiful best when the stones are able to show their clarity with a generous light source and good quality stones should be free of any inclusions.
Aquamarine is quite hard at 7.5-8 on the Moh scale, making them absolutely ideal for use in Gemstone Jewelry. It is very easy to see why so many ladies love Aquamarine Jewelry, blue is a natural colour like the sea and the sky, it is also a feel good and happy colour, but the real stunning beauty of this Gemstone is that it looks good on anyone.

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Treasure Hunting For Aquamarine

By: David Cowley

Not every buried treasure has been discovered.  There still is a remarkable quantity of quality treasures still in Mother Earth, including the semi-precious stones to be found at Gem Mountain in North Carolina.  One of the biggest draws to Gem Mountain is aquamarine treasure hunting.  You find it – you keep it.  It's as fun and as simple as that.
Aquamarine is a transparent gemstone variety of beryl.  It is closely related to the emerald and the most common color is a delicate blue or turquoise that will remind you of the sea.  Other colors can vary from yellow to rosey pink.  The more intense the color the more valuable it is and can fetch from $120 to $500 a carat.

Rock hounding

One of the more popular of hobbies for Americans and Europeans is called rock hounding, or treasure hunting.  You can hunt for any kind of treasure from gold coins, artifacts or semi-precious stones.  Although metal detectors are used in other aspects of treasure hunting, they won't be of much help with aquamarine treasure hunting.  You need small pneumatic drills, picks, shovels and brushes … and a good pair of eyes.
Not only does aquamarine treasure hunting combine the thrill of the hunt with a practical skill, you get to meet lots of other people and often get to go traveling in beautiful outdoor locations.  Gem Mountain, for example, is located in the outdoors of beautiful Mitchell County, North Carolina.  Admission is free and all tools are provided.


Myth And March

If you were born in March, then you will have a special reason to go aquamarine treasure hunting, because it is your birthstone.  It is also the stone to give as presents on your 16 Th and 19 Th wedding anniversaries.  Legend has it that wearing or keeping an aquamarine on your person not only kept you safe at sea, but kept you from seasickness.
Over the years, aquamarines are said to give whoever wears them courage, happiness and the ability to see into the future.  It is also supposed to make your smarter and to make you more appear more youthful.  During the Middle Ages, it was thought to be an effective antidote against poisons, which is not currently recommended.  However, the pale blues are often very calming and have been used to help anxiety.
According to ancient Indian and Tibetan healing systems, the body has seven centers of energy called charkas.  The throat charka is said to be a blue color, and so blue or blue-sh stones like aquamarine are said to help the wearer not only with throat problems, but in help being able to communicate what they really feel.

Bushy Creak Mine

Whatever your reason for aquamarine treasure hunting, you are sure to have a fun time at North Carolina's Gem Mountain.  Tools needed to hunt in the mine query are provided by the mine operators if available.  Should you want to bring your own tools be sure to include a shovel, shifting screen, safety goggles, gloves pick, rock hammer and something to carry your treasures in.  They will also inspect all of your gem stones you unearth at no extra charge.  Gem cutters are on hand to cut and polish your gemstones.  If you are unable to get to North Carolina then you can mining buckets ranging from $15 to $120.


Happy Treasure Hunting.

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