Aquamarine

Where does the name "Aigue Marine" come from?

The name aquamarine comes from the Latin "aqua marina", which literally means "sea water", in reference to the color of the stone.

Aquamarine is a mineral of the beryl family, just like emerald and morganite.

What color is Aquamarine?

As its name suggests, aquamarine has a color reminiscent of the sea, thus varying from pale blue to dark blue, sometimes with shades of green.

The most sought-after color is a deep blue, and it is possible to achieve this shade of blue for paler stones by heating them. However, this heat treatment must be specified when selling the stone and on its gemological certificate.

What is the symbolism of Aquamarine?

As aquamarine's color evokes the sea, it has long been used in sailors' talismans to guarantee them a safe journey.

Today, the stone is a symbol of youth, innocence, and patience in enduring suffering. It corresponds to births in March, and also to 23rd wedding anniversaries.

Where does it come from?

The most important aquamarine mines are found in Brazil.

How to care for my Aquamarine jewelry?

Aquamarine is fragile and susceptible to impact. It can be steam-cleaned or simply wiped with a cloth soaked in 70°C alcohol. We do not recommend ultrasonic cleaning or the use of chemical products, such as detergents, as these could dull the stone's brilliance.

Our Aquamarine pieces