The sea blue gem

The name aquamarine comes from the Latin: 'Aqua Marinus' which means 'Water of the sea'. A very appropriate name for a mineral that bears the colors of the ocean.

Family of the Emerald

Aquamarine is a variety of Beril. Green-blue to light-blue beryls are called aquamarine. The Emerald (green) and the golden beryl (yellow) also occur in the same family. In Christianity, the aquamarine is associated with Mary and images are often decorated with this gemstone.

Mermaid Legend

Legend says that Aquamarine came from mermaids and would lead to unconditional love. Seafarers wore the stone to protect themselves on their dangerous journeys where it would also help against seasickness.

Operation of Aquamarine

Aquamarine is said to aid in speaking. This can be public speaking or speaking yourself. It is also an ideal travel stone and helps with fear of flying or fear of water. As a love stone, aquamarine is the helper in finding harmony between people.